Capsule Filling Line

Finetech’s Capsule Filling Line is designed to automate the process of filling empty capsules with powders, granules, or pellets and preparing them for final packaging. Commonly, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical facilities are equipped with this production line.

Instead of treating filling, polishing, and inspection as separate operations, our system connects everything into one line. Capsules move through each stage without manual transfer, which reduces handling errors. This way, you are running a controlled system.

What makes this line practical is its flexibility. You can run powders, pellets, micro-tablets, and even liquid fills on the same setup.

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Capsule Filling Line Machines

Price: 30,000.00 USD

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Wide Output Range: Depending on the configuration, the machine can handle 20,000 to 200,000 capsules per hour. This gives you room to grow without replacing your system.
Full Capsule Compatibility: Our system supports a complete range of capsule sizes (000# to 5#) and materials, including gelatin, HPMC, pullulan, and other specialty capsules.
Installation, Training, and Support: We provide complete installation support, operator training, and technical guidance to help you get started. Our team ensures the system runs as expected from day one.
Multi-Format Filling Capability: Designed to handle powder dosing, pellet filling, micro-tablet insertion, and liquid fills. This allows you to run different formulations.
Centralized PLC Control with HMI: The entire line operates through a PLC system with a touchscreen interface that can store over 100 product recipes. You can switch between products without manual recalibration.
After-Sales Service: With the purchase of this machine, you get a standard one-year warranty along with ongoing technical support.

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facilities: If you are producing regulated products, this line gives you the control and traceability required for compliance. It fits into environments where validation and documentation are part of production.
Veterinary Product Manufacturing: The system works well in setups where large batch production is required with consistent dosage control. This helps maintain uniformity across production.
Cosmetics and Capsule Products: It is also used for producing oil-filled or specialty capsules with controlled filling and sealing. As a result, the product maintains its quality and presentation.

Workflow

Step 1: Capsule Loading: Empty capsules and filling materials are introduced into the system. The feeding mechanism controls the flow to keep everything stable.
Step 2: Capsule Separation: Capsules are then split into cap and body using a controlled system. This prepares them for accurate filling.
Step 3: Filling Stage: The capsule bodies are filled with your selected material using precise dosing systems.
Step 4: Capsule Closing: Capsules are rejoined after filling. For liquid applications, sealing is applied to prevent leakage and maintain product integrity.
Step 5: Polishing and Cleaning: Then, the capsules pass through a polishing unit to remove excess powder and improve surface finish.
Step 6: Inspection and Rejection: The system checks each capsule for weight and quality. Any defective units are automatically removed, so only compliant products move forward.
Step 7: Discharge: Finished capsules are transferred to downstream systems such as blister packaging or bottling. This completes the capsule filling line.

Applied Capsule Size:	000#, 00#, 0#, 1#, 2#, 3#, 4#, 5#.
Applied Capsule Types:	Gelatin Capsules, HPMC (Hypromellose) Capsules, Pullulan Capsules, Starch Capsules, PVA (Polyvinyl Alcohol) Capsules, Fish Gelatin Capsules, Alginate Capsules
Applied Industries:	Pharmaceuticals, Nutraceuticals, Veterinary, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Food & Confectionery, Chemical & Industrial.
Service:	“Turnkey” & Integration Services, Installation and Training, Maintenance and Technical Support.

What types of capsules can be used?

Modern capsule filling lines accommodate both:

Hard Gelatin Capsules: Traditional two-piece capsules
HPMC Capsules: Vegetarian/vegan alternatives (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose)
Specialty Capsules: Delayed-release, enteric-coated, or custom formulations

Standard sizes range from 000 (largest) to 5 (smallest), with sizes 0, 1, and 2 being most common for pharmaceutical applications.

What industries use capsule filling lines?

Pharmaceutical: Prescription drugs, OTC medications
Nutraceutical: Vitamins, minerals, supplements
Herbal/Alternative Medicine: Plant-based formulations
Clinical Research: Trial batches for new drug development
Cosmetics: Encapsulated skincare ingredients

What is the difference between dosator and dosing disc machines?

Dosator Machines: Use a piston inside a tube to compress and eject powder. Better for fine powders and achieving higher weight accuracy. Easier to clean but requires precise powder flow properties.
Dosing Disc Machines: Use rotating discs with cavities that fill by volume. Better for free-flowing granules and high-speed production. Typically faster changeovers but less suitable for cohesive powders.

What production speeds are available?

Manual/Semi-Automatic: 2,000 - 10,000 capsules/hour (ideal for R&D and small batches)
Mid-Range Automatic: 20,000 - 60,000 capsules/hour
High-Speed Automatic: 80,000 - 200,000+ capsules/hour
Industrial Scale: Up to 300,000 capsules/hour for multi-head systems

What fill materials can be handled?

Powders: Fine pharmaceutical powders, granulated materials
Pellets: Time-release pellets, multi-particulate systems
Micro-Tablets: Multiple small tablets within one capsule
Liquids/Semi-Solids: Oils, suspensions, pastes (requires liquid filling module)
Combinations: Powder + pellets, powder + liquid, etc.