Bottle Ropp Capping Machine

Q: What is the production capacity of the Bottle ROPP Capping Machine?

The machine is available in different models: Four Head : Up to 80–120 bottles per minute Six / Eight Head : Up to 120–180 bottles per minute It is suitable for medium to high-volume production lines.

Q: What bottle and cap sizes can the Bottle ROPP Capping Machine handle?

The machine supports a wide range of formats: Bottle Diameter : 24 mm to 90 mm Bottle Height : 50 mm to 250 mm ROPP Cap Sizes : 20 mm, 25 mm, and 28 mm (with suitable change parts) It works efficiently with both glass and hard plastic bottles.

Description

Bottle ROPP Capping Machine is a specialized device used in the packaging industry to securely seal bottles with aluminum caps, ensuring tamper-evident closures. These machines are widely utilized in industries such as pharmaceuticals, beverages, cosmetics, chemicals, and food processing for sealing glass, plastic, or metal bottles. ROPP capping machines are designed to apply and seal unthreaded aluminum caps (ROPP caps) onto bottles by forming threads and a tamper-evident band during the capping process. The caps are pressed onto the bottle neck, and rollers shape the aluminum to conform to the bottle’s threads and ridges, creating a secure, tamper-proof seal. These machines are available in semi-automatic and fully automatic configurations, catering to both small-scale and high-volume production.

ROPP capping machines are essential for industries requiring secure, tamper-evident bottle sealing. Their versatility, efficiency, and ability to integrate into production lines make them a valuable asset for both small and large-scale operations. While the initial cost and cap size limitations may pose challenges, the long-term benefits of consistent, high-quality sealing and reduced labor costs make them a worthwhile investment.

Cap Size Limitation: Running multiple cap sizes may require additional capping heads, increasing costs.

Bottle Material: Requires rigid bottles to withstand threading pressure.

Bottle Placement: Bottles are placed on a conveyor or manually positioned.

Cap Feeding: Caps are sorted and fed into the capping head via a cap feeder or elevator.

Cap Placement: The capping head aligns and places the unthreaded aluminum cap onto the bottle neck.

Sealing Process: The capping head descends, applying downward pressure while rollers rotate around the cap, forming threads and a tamper-evident band by pressing the aluminum against the bottle’s neck.

Release: The sealed bottle is released for further processing, and the capping head resets for the next bottle.

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Salient Features of Bottle Ropp Capping Machine

Compact GMP model.
Quick and very easy change over and setting from one size of Container to another by a Single Ratchet.
Parts coming in contact with the Container or the Aluminum cap or exposed to atmosphere are made out of stainless steel for long life.
Single motor synchronizes Conveyor, star wheel and Platform Turret and speed can be varied by VFD.
IQ/OQ documentation can be provided.
Machine construction in Stainless Steel Finish
Cap Feeder with Variable Speed System for feeding control of caps. (optional)
Digital counter for counting production output.

“No Bottle – No Cap” system.
“Container Overturn – Machine Stop” mechanism.
Hopper can be completely dismantling for easy cleaning
Various safety features including Clutch system to avoid Bottle Breakage or Jamming
Star Wheel is equipped with safety clutch for automatic stoppage of machine in case of jamming or overloading.
PLC system with Graphical User Interface can be offered.
Inbuilt Laminar Air Flow can be offered for sterile class 100 filling.
Sampling and Rejection system can be provided on demand.

Working Principle of Bottle Ropp Capping Machine

The filled bottles moving on conveyor belt and fed into an in feed star wheel by in-feed worm. While moving in feed star wheel, bottles pick up caps one by one from delivery chute. The descending rotary sealing heads hold bottle’s neck with desired pressure. The sealing is done in a programmed roll-on manner, accurate positioned of the caps is done mechanically by means of a rotating unscramble, to direct the caps correctly into the chute, when the chute is filled up the rotating unscramble drive is disengaged, hence, there is no chance to damage of caps. The sealing roller takes place due to rotating sealing head and transfer movement of sealing & threading rollers due to sealing cam. The sealed bottles are discharged by exist star wheel on conveyors.

Technical Specification of Bottle Ropp Capping Machine

Model	ACSR-60	ACSR-120	ACSR-200
No. of Capping Heads	Single	Four	Eight
Production Rate	Up to 50 Containers/Minute	Up to 80 Containers/Minute	Up to 180 Containers/Minute
Container Diameter:	24mm to 90mm	24mm to 90mm	24mm to 90mm
Container Height:	50mm to 250mm	50mm to 250mm	50mm to 250mm
Cap Diameter:	20mm, 25mm & 28mm with the help of change parts	20mm, 25mm & 28mm with the help of change parts	20mm, 25mm & 28mm with the help of change parts
Power Specification:	1 H.P.	1 H.P.	2 H.P.
Electrical characteristics	440 Volts, 3 Phase, 50 Hertz, 4 Wire System	440 Volts, 3 Phase, 50 Hertz, 4 Wire System	440 Volts, 3 Phase, 50 Hertz, 4 Wire System
Conveyor Height	800mm to 900mm adjustable	800mm to 900mm adjustable	800mm to 900mm adjustable
Optional Accessories	Safety Cabinet Covering Machine	Safety Cabinet Covering Machine	Safety Cabinet Covering Machine
–	PLC with HMI	PLC with HMI	PLC with HMI
Overall Dimension	1500mm (L) X 850mm (W) X 1800mm (H) approx.	1675 (L) x 1000mm (W) x 1800mm (H) approx.	2000 (L) x 1000mm (W) x 1800mm (H) approx.

* Power voltage can be adjusted as per customer’s domestic power voltage requirements.
* Rights of technical improvements & modification reserved.
* Illustrations & dimensions are shown for information purpose only.

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Advantages of Bottle Ropp Capping Machine

Tamper-Proof Security: Ensures consumer safety with visible tamper evidence.

High-Speed Operation: Enhances productivity in large-scale production.

Flexibility: Adapts to various bottle and cap types.

Energy Efficiency: Modern designs minimize power consumption.

Low Maintenance: Durable components and simple designs reduce downtime.

Key Features of Bottle Ropp Capping Machine

Tamper-Evident Sealing: Ensures product integrity by creating a seal that shows visible signs of tampering.

Versatility: Can handle various bottle materials and cap sizes.

High-Speed Operation: Automatic models support speeds from 30 to 300 bottles per minute, depending on the number of capping heads.

Adjustable Settings: Height-adjustable systems and interchangeable capping heads allow for quick changeovers to accommodate different bottle and cap sizes.

Durability and Hygiene: Stainless steel construction ensures corrosion resistance and compliance with GMP standards for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications.

Precise Torque Control: Advanced PLC systems and variable frequency drives ensure consistent torque application, preventing leaks or cap damage.

Ease of Integration: Can be integrated into existing packaging lines with filling, labeling, and induction sealing machines.

Safety Features: Includes clutch systems to prevent bottle breakage and digital counters for production tracking.

FAQ for Bottle Ropp Capping Machine

What is a Bottle ROPP Capping Machine?

The Bottle ROPP Capping Machine is a fully automatic rotary capping machine designed to apply and seal Roll-On Pilfer Proof (ROPP) aluminum caps on glass and rigid plastic bottles. It forms threads on the cap and creates a secure, tamper-evident, and leak-proof seal. This machine is widely used in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, chemical, and cosmetic industries for packaging oral liquids, syrups, tonics, and other liquid products.

What is the production capacity of the Bottle ROPP Capping Machine?

The machine is available in different models:

Four Head: Up to 80–120 bottles per minute
Six / Eight Head: Up to 120–180 bottles per minute

It is suitable for medium to high-volume production lines.

What bottle and cap sizes can the Bottle ROPP Capping Machine handle?

The machine supports a wide range of formats:

Bottle Diameter: 24 mm to 90 mm
Bottle Height: 50 mm to 250 mm
ROPP Cap Sizes: 20 mm, 25 mm, and 28 mm (with suitable change parts)

It works efficiently with both glass and hard plastic bottles.

What are the key features of the Bottle ROPP Capping Machine?

Key features include:

GMP-compliant stainless steel construction
“No Bottle – No Cap” system
Safety clutch to prevent bottle breakage
Quick size changeover with single ratchet
Variable speed control via VFD
Digital production counter
Easy-to-clean dismantlable hopper

What are the key benefits and optional features?

Key benefits include reliable tamper-evident sealing, high-speed operation, consistent capping quality, low maintenance, and easy integration with filling lines. Optional features include:

PLC with HMI and touchscreen
Laminar Air Flow (LAF) unit
Full safety cabinet enclosure
Variable speed cap feeder
IQ/OQ documentation

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