Automatic Tablet & Capsule Counting Bottling Line
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This automatic counting bottling production line is designed for the precise counting, filling, sealing, and labeling of tablets, capsules, softgels, and granules. The line integrates an unscrambler, electronic counting machine, desiccant inserter, automatic cap feeding and capping machine, aluminum foil induction sealer, round bottle labeling machine, and laser coding system into one intelligent workflow. Designed for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and chemical industries, the system delivers accurate counting, dust-free operation, stable packaging, and reduced labor costs.
Machine Overview and Functional Description
The automatic tablet and capsule counting bottling line is a fully integrated packaging solution developed for the accurate counting, filling, sealing, and labeling of solid dosage products and granular materials. It is suitable for tablets, capsules, softgels, pills, gummies, and free-flowing granules, providing continuous, automated, and GMP-compliant production.
The process begins with the bottle unscrambler, which automatically organizes and buffers empty round bottles before transferring them orderly onto the conveyor system. Constructed from premium stainless steel, it ensures smooth bottle feeding and stable line coordination.
Bottles are then transferred to the electronic counting machine, where products enter vibration channels and are guided into the counting hopper through controlled vibration feeding. Equipped with photoelectric counting sensors, the system ensures high counting accuracy while maintaining smooth and damage-free product handling. Advanced dust-resistant sensing technology enables stable operation even in high-dust environments, while intelligent functions such as “no bottle, no counting” improve reliability.
The desiccant inserter automatically feeds, cuts, and inserts desiccant sachets into bottles through a servo-controlled feeding system and color mark detection. Its intelligent control system ensures stable insertion accuracy across different bottle sizes and materials.
After filling, bottles enter the automatic cap feeding and capping machine, which performs cap sorting, cap placement, and four-wheel capping in one continuous process. The machine supports multiple cap types and provides stable torque adjustment for secure sealing.
The electromagnetic aluminum foil induction sealer creates leak-proof, moisture-resistant, tamper-evident seals, improving product protection and shelf life.
Next, the round bottle labeling machine applies self-adhesive labels smoothly and precisely, followed by the CO₂ laser coding system, which permanently marks production dates, batch numbers, and traceability information.
The entire production line operates through intelligent linkage control, reducing labor requirements while maximizing packaging consistency and production efficiency.
Application Areas and Suitable Materials
Pharmaceutical Industry：Tablets (including irregular tablets)，Capsules，Softgels (transparent & opaque)，Pills and pellets，etc
Nutraceutical & Health Supplement Industry:Vitamin capsules,Mineral tablets ,Probiotic supplements ,Herbal capsules ,etc
Food Industry:Candy tablets ,Gummies ,Functional nutrition products ,Small granules ,etc
Chemical Industry: Disinfection tablets ,Industrial solid granules ,Functional pellets ,etc
Technical Specifications
| Bottle sorting machine | |
|---|---|
| Turntable Diameter | 600 mm–1200 mm (customizable based on bottle size) |
| Overall Dimensions | 1200 × 900 × 1300 mm |
| Voltage | 220 V / 50 Hz |
| Motor Power | 0.12 kW |
| Weight | Approx. 65 kg |
| Applicable Product Range | Diameter: 20 mm–100 mm; Height: 20 mm–150 mm |
| Round Bottle Labeling Machine | |
|---|---|
| Applicable Product Dimensions | For cylindrical bottles and labels: Diameter: φ20mm–φ100mm; |
| Applicable Label Dimensions | Length: 20mm–320mm; Width (backing paper width): 15mm–175mm; |
| Labeling Speed | 30–150 pieces/minute (depending on product dimensions); |
| Labeling Accuracy | ±1mm (excluding product and label tolerances); |
| Overall Dimensions | Approx. 1930 mm × 1120 mm × 1340 mm (L × W × H); |
| Operating Voltage | 220 V/50 Hz; |
| Net Weight | Approx. 185 kg. |
| Electronic Counting Machine | |
|---|---|
| Suitable Bottle Types | 10–500 ml round and square plastic bottles |
| Filling Applications | Capsules (sizes 00–5), soft capsules, plain tablets (Φ5.5–22 mm), irregular-shaped tablets, sugar-coated tablets, and pills (Φ3–12 mm) |
| Production Capacity | 20–30 bottles/minute |
| Filling Volume Range | (Depends on bottle specifications, fill volume, and drug specifications) |
| Power Supply and Power Rating | 1–9,999 |
| Accuracy | AC 220V, 50Hz, 0.6kW |
| Air Supply | Greater than 99.5% |
| Dimensions | 0.6 MPa |
| Weight | 1400 × 1400 × 1560 mm |
| Desiccant Insertion Machine | |
|---|---|
| Suitable bottle types | round, oval, square, and rectangular bottles |
| Desiccant pouches | disc-shaped desiccant pouches; specific dimensions determined by bottle size |
| Production capacity | 50–120 bottles/minute |
| Power supply and power | AC 220V, 50Hz, 0.5 kW |
| Air supply | 0.6 MPa |
| Dimensions | 1600 × 750 × 1780 mm |
| Laser Marking Machine | |
|---|---|
| Machine Material | All-aluminum construction |
| Laser Output Power | ≥40W |
| Laser Wavelength | 10.6 μm |
| Engraving Speed | ≤12,000 mm/s |
| Control Board | Industrial-grade, highly integrated all-in-one motherboard |
| Operating System | Linux or Windows |
| Cooling System | Ambient air cooling (no compressed air required) |
| Engraving System | Designed specifically for laser marking |
| Work Surface | 10-inch touchscreen |
| Interfaces | SD card slot / USB 2.0 port / Communication port |
| Data Protection | Ensures user data is not lost in the event of an unexpected power outage |
| Lens Rotation | Scanning head rotates 360 degrees to any angle |
| Power Requirements | AC 220V, 50-60 Hz |
| Total Power Consumption | 700 W |
| Protection Rating | IP54 |
| Machine Weight | 70 kg |
| Machine Dimensions | 650 mm × 520 mm × 1480 mm |
| Contamination Level | The marking process itself does not produce any chemical byproducts |
| Fully Automatic Cap Sealing Machine | |
|---|---|
| Power Supply Voltage (V/Hz) | AC 220/50 |
| Power (W) | 1500 |
| Suitable Lid Diameter (mm) | 30–80 (customizable) |
| Suitable Bottle Diameter (mm) | 25–140 (customizable) |
| Operating Air Pressure (MPa) | 0.3–0.5 |
| Output (Bottles/Minute) | 20–30 |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 2000 × 700 × 1600 |
| Net Weight (kg) | 250 |
| Aluminum Foil Sealing Machine | |
|---|---|
| Output Power | 4 kW |
| Power Supply | Single-phase AC 220 V ±10%, 50 Hz |
| Anode voltage | 2800 V |
| Anode current | 200–300 mA |
| Grid current | 30–50 mA |
| Filament voltage | 6.3 V |
| Sealing diameter | 10 mm–50 mm (custom sizes available) |
| Sealing speed | 0–12 m/min |
| Cooling method | Dual-cooling self-circulation |
Structural Design and Working Principle
1. Vibratory Feeding with Photoelectric Counting
The electronic counting system adopts multi-channel vibration feeding combined with photoelectric sensors for highly accurate counting. Products are fed evenly and gently, minimizing breakage while maintaining counting precision even under high-speed operation.
2. Visualized Desiccant Insertion Design
The desiccant inserter features a transparent visual operating structure, allowing operators to monitor pouch feeding, cutting, and insertion status in real time for stable and accurate desiccant placement.
3. Flexible Capping for Multiple Cap Specifications
The automatic cap feeding and capping system is compatible with various bottle cap designs, including screw caps, tamper-proof caps, press caps, and specialized closures, making it suitable for diversified packaging requirements.
4. Four-Wheel High-Speed Capping System
The machine adopts a four-wheel rotary capping mechanism with adjustable torque control, ensuring fast capping speed, consistent sealing force, and stable bottle handling without cap damage.
FAQs
Q1: What products can this counting bottling line handle?
The line is suitable for tablets, capsules, softgels, pills, gummies, pellets, and other solid granules, including irregular-shaped tablets.
Q2: Is the counting accuracy reliable?
Yes. The electronic counter uses high-precision photoelectric sensors with intelligent counting technology, ensuring counting accuracy that complies with pharmaceutical industry standards.
Q3: Can the machine automatically insert desiccants?
Yes. The production line includes an automatic desiccant inserter, which cuts and inserts desiccant sachets into bottles automatically without manual intervention.
Q4: What types of bottles and caps are supported?
The line supports round, flat-round, square, and rectangular bottles made from different materials, as well as multiple cap types including screw caps and tamper-proof caps.
Q5: Can the line print production date and batch information?
Yes. The integrated CO₂ laser coding machine can permanently mark production dates, batch numbers, QR codes, and traceability information directly onto packaging surfaces.
Compliance and Certification Standards
At HONGDI Machine, we prioritize operational safety, electrical stability, and rigorous hygiene across all our custom industrial machinery. As a verified SGS-audited manufacturer, our equipment undergoes strict testing to meet and exceed global manufacturing regulations.
As demonstrated in the certification documents, our core product categories hold official CE Certifications, fully complying with the strict European Machinery Directives and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards.
Key safety and quality guarantees include:
Certified Safe Operation: Advanced electrical and mechanical engineering that protects your facility’s personnel and ensures uninterrupted daily workflows.
Sanitary Stainless Steel Construction: Premium food-grade stainless steel contact parts designed for simplified washdowns, preventing cross-contamination and meeting strict food safety compliances.
Global Export Readiness: Dependable, customized equipment built to perform seamlessly in diverse international manufacturing environments.
Whether you are integrating a complete automated production line or a standalone unit, our CE-certified systems guarantee stable, continuous operation while protecting your product’s integrity.
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