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SOP for Capsule Polishing Machine
January 27, 2026
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Capsule Polishing Machine for Cleaner Capsules Before Packaging
Remove loose powder from filled hard capsules before inspection and packaging. Finetech’s Capsule Polishing Machine uses brushing and dust extraction to improve capsule presentation and reduce powder carried into later production stages. Choose a polishing and sorting configuration that suits your capsule product, filling equipment, and daily production requirements.
Capsule Polishing Machine Overview
The Finishing Step Between Filling and Packaging
Once capsules are filled and closed, loose powder can remain on their shells. Polishing removes this residue before it travels into inspection and packaging equipment. Inside Finetech’s Capsule Polishing Machine, a rotating brush loosens the powder as filled hard capsules move through the chamber. A vacuum system draws it away, giving the capsules a cleaner finish for the next production stage.
For commercial production, start with a configuration that matches your capsule size and your filler’s output. Compatible models connect directly to the filler to reduce collection and reloading between stages. If you also need to remove empty shells and unusually light capsules, choose a model with sorting. A trial with your actual capsules helps establish suitable brush settings and a realistic production rate. During production, operators monitor the feed and check the capsules leaving the machine.
Key Benifits
Cleaner Capsules at the Packing Stage
Loose filling powder can make otherwise acceptable capsules look unfinished. Brushing and extraction remove surface residue before the next production step. This gives your team a cleaner product to inspect and reduces powder entering packaging equipment.
Less Transfer Work After Filling
A compatible connection lets capsules move from the filler into the polisher without repeated collection and reloading. For routine production, that reduces manual handling between stages and gives operators more time to monitor product condition and machine performance.
Earlier Removal of Empty Capsules
Sorting configurations divert empty shells and unusually light capsules during finishing. Removing these rejects before packaging reduces the number reaching later checks. Operators can review the separate reject stream and investigate recurring problems in filling.
Finetech Engineering for Your Capsule Polishing Line
From Machine Selection to Ongoing Support
Finetech helps manufacturers plan the polishing stage as part of a complete capsule filling line. Its team can review your product, required output, and workshop layout to select equipment and define suitable connections. In-house CNC machining and mechanical design capabilities also support equipment customization where the standard arrangement needs adaptation.
Installation, commissioning, and operator training help your team put the equipment into service. Training covers operation, routine maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Ongoing technical guidance and spare-parts support help with later servicing. Confirm the required components and documentation before ordering, particularly if your project includes equipment qualification or changes to an existing line.
Finetech’s Core Strengths:
- ISO 9001:2015-certified quality management processes
- cGMP-compliant pharmaceutical equipment systems
- Precision-cut machine bodies with tolerances below 0.3 mm
- Technical workers averaging more than seven years of experience
View Different Types Of Capsule Polishing Machine
Our capsule polishing machines are made of 316L stainless steel, with polished surfaces that can safely come in contact with capsules and tablets.
YJP-A Capsule Polishing Machine
The YJP-A capsule polishing machine can effectively remove dust from the capsule’s surface and increase its glossiness. It is suitable for capsules of various sizes. The surface of the machine is polished and each part can be quickly disassembled and cleaned.
FTP-110A Capsule Polishing Machine
FTP-110A is a newly designed Capsule Polisher to polish capsules and tablets, it is a must for any company producing hard gelatin capsules.
LFP-150A Capsule Polisher and Sorter
The LFP-150A series capsule polishing machine integrates polishing and sorting functions. It quickly removes excess dust on the capsule surface and automatically separates empty and unqualified capsules. It can be quickly installed and disassembled and is easy to move. It is auxiliary equipment for capsule filling machines.
Application Industries
Capsule Finishing for Drug and Supplement Production
Preparing Medicinal Capsules for Inspection
Drug manufacturers polish filled hard capsules before inspection and packaging. Brushing and vacuum extraction remove loose medicinal powder from the shells. Where empty shells or unusually light capsules are also a concern, a polishing and sorting model adds a rejection step. Test acceptable and defective capsules to establish suitable sorting settings for each product.
A Cleaner Finish for Supplement Brands
Supplement brands need a consistent capsule appearance before bottling or blister packing. Polishing removes loose vitamin, mineral, or botanical powder left on the shells after filling. Since shell materials and printed designs vary, trials should use the capsules intended for sale. Check surface cleanliness and print legibility before agreeing on operating settings.
Cleaning Between Contract Manufacturing Runs
For contract manufacturers processing multiple customers' capsules, cleaning between products affects how quickly the next job can begin. The FTP-150A uses quick connections so operators can dismantle components for cleaning and reassemble them afterward. Time the cleaning and reassembly steps during evaluation so production plans allow for changeovers.
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Key Features
The right polisher must clean effectively, fit your filling line, and remain accessible between batches. Finetech’s models offer the following capabilities, with details depending on the selected configuration.
Adjustable Brush Speed
The YJP-A offers adjustable polishing speed, and the FTP-150A uses a frequency converter to control speed. Operators can refine brush settings during product trials to balance powder removal with the condition of the capsule shell.
Vacuum Dust Extraction
A vacuum connection draws loosened powder out of the polishing chamber. This reduces loose dust around the capsules. Maintaining the required suction supports effective powder removal as capsules continue through the machine.
Airflow Capsule Sorting
The FTP-150A uses negative-pressure airflow to separate empty shells, fragments, and underfilled capsules that are light enough to be rejected. Testing with your actual product establishes whether the separation suits your formulation and filled capsule weight.
Adjustable Height and Angle
The FTP-110A allows height and angle adjustment to align with a filler discharge. This helps accommodate the existing equipment layout and gives operators a way to adjust capsule transfer into the polishing stage.
Protection for Printed Capsules
The FTP-110A uses a cylinder design that keeps capsules away from direct contact with the metal mesh, protecting printed markings throughout polishing. Send your printed capsule shells for a trial to verify legibility and surface condition after processing.
Accessible Cleaning Components
The YJP-A has removable polishing components, and the FTP-150A uses quick connections for disassembly. Access to these parts makes it easier to remove accumulated powder, inspect the brush, and prepare the machine for another product.
Certification
Finetech has obtained CE certification for the European market and passed ISO 9001 quality system certification. Our machinery is eligible for export to international markets, including Europe, the United States, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, South America, and Africa.
CE Certificate
ISO Certificate
Test Report
Our Services
We offer a wide range of services for you to choose from, ensuring a worry‑free purchase.
Installation and commissioning at site
On-site installation and commissioning support for your pharmaceutical machinery.
Machine Operation Training
Operator training to help your team understand the correct operation of the machine.
Technical Support
Online technical assistance for machine operation and troubleshooting.
Spare Parts Supply
Support spare parts: Brush, stainless steel shell, Capsule Sorter and Inlet.
Turnkey Solution
We providing complete turnkey solution. From manufacturing to packaging line.
Small-Scale Capsule Filling Solution
We develop sustainable capsule‑filling solutions for small‑scale manufacturers.
Capsule Filling Line Solution
We can customize capsule filling lines to suit your production scale.
Finetech's Manufacturing Resources in Numbers
Production Plant Area
10,000+
m²
Capsule Filling Machine Assembly Workshop
1,500
m²
Blister Machine Production Workshop
1,000+
m²
Average Technical Worker Tenure
7+
Years
Specification
| Model | YJP-A | JFP-110A |
|---|---|---|
| Production | 150000 Pcs/hr | 150000 Pcs/hr |
| Power | 220V,50Hz,2A, single phase | 220V,50Hz,2A, single phase |
| G.W. | 60kg | 60kg |
| N.W. | 40Kg | 40Kg |
| Negative pressure | 2.7m3/mn ---0.01mpa | 2.7m3/mn ---0.01mpa |
| Compressed air | 0.25m3/min--- 0.3mpa | 0.25m3/min--- 0.3mpa |
| Size(long*wide*high) | 1025x550x900(mm) | 800*500*1000mm |
| Package size(long*wide*high) | 1130x620x750(mm) | 870*600*720 |
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FAQs
Start with your capsule type, required sizes, and the operating speed of your filling line. The Capsule Polishing Machine should remove residue without slowing production. Also compare sorting needs, product-contact materials, cleaning access, utilities, and inlet/outlet positions. Before purchase, test your own capsules at the production rate you expect to run.
Finetech lists the FTP-110A at up to 150,000 capsules per hour. Actual output depends on capsule size, powder residue, feed consistency, polishing settings, extraction, and rejects. For a production decision, ask Finetech to test your capsules at your planned filler speed and record the stable accepted output.
Finetech positions the FTP-110A for capsule and tablet polishing. Still, actual products should be tested before selection. HPMC shells may behave differently from gelatin, and printed capsules should be checked for ink wear. For tablets, test the actual shape and coating for dust removal, marking, chipping, and discharge performance.
Changeover time depends on the product and your cleaning procedure. It normally includes clearing the machine, removing relevant contact parts, cleaning the brush and product path, clearing the dust system, drying, inspection, and reassembly. During the FAT, ask for a full cleaning and reassembly demonstration so you can estimate routine downtime more accurately.
Yes, but compatibility should be checked before installation. Compare the filler discharge height and direction with the polisher inlet, then review the outlet position for downstream equipment such as a sorter, checkweigher, metal detector, or counter. Confirm power, vacuum, compressed air, and line dimensions for the exact model you order.
No. A sorter and a checkweigher perform different jobs. The sorter uses airflow to separate empty or unusually light capsules within its configured range. It does not verify the individual weight of every capsule. If weight control is required, use a suitable checkweigher or validated weight-control process separately.