Blister thermoforming solution for pharmaceutical packaging

For high-speed blister packaging of solid dose pharmaceuticals, this integrated solution offers seamless thermoforming, sealing, and cartoning, ideal for ensuring packaging integrity and efficiency.

Thermoforms and Cartons Pharmaceutical Blister Packs

The INTEGRA 320 from Marchesini Group is a sophisticated blister thermoforming and cartoning machine designed for pharmaceutical manufacturers and packaging companies. It combines a servo motor-controlled blister section with a seamlessly integrated cartoning system, enabling efficient high-speed production for solid dose products such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and vitamin supplements. Its continuous motion ensures smooth operation, while the robotized ROBOCOMBI blister feeding system enhances precision in handling. The INTEGRA 320 can process up to 320 blisters and 260 cartons per minute, with capabilities for both flat sealing and advanced splicing. Built for energy efficiency, it meets pharmaceutical industry standards, ensuring compliance and reliability. The machine’s compact footprint and configurable design allow for easy integration into existing production lines, supporting customization for specific packaging requirements.

Benefits

  • Streamlines blister packaging with integrated thermoforming and cartoning functions.
  • Enhances precision and reliability through servo motor control and robotic blister feeding.
  • Boosts production efficiency with a throughput of up to 320 blisters and 260 cartons per minute.
  • Supports flexible production lines with customizable configurations.
  • Ensures compliance with stringent pharmaceutical industry standards.

General


Applications
Supplements,Solid dose pharmaceuticals,Pharmaceutical tablets,Nutraceuticals,Blister packaging
End products
Multivitamin blister packs,Ibuprofen tablets,Vitamin d supplements,Fish oil capsules,Aspirin tablets
Steps before
Product preparation,Blister raw material loading,Forming material preparation
Steps after
Cartoning,Packaging,Distribution
Input ingredients
thermoforming film,blister packaging materials,carton materials,leaflets
Output ingredients
formed blister packs,cartoned blister packs
Market info
Marchesini is renowned for manufacturing high-quality packaging machinery for the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries, offering innovative, customized solutions with advanced automation and technology.

Technical Specifications


Automation
Integrated continuous motion monoblock machine
Blister Width
30 - 86 mm
Blister Length
70 - 140 mm
Forming depth
Up to 9 mm
Carton Width
35 - 90 mm
Carton Height
15 - 90 mm
Carton Length
75 - 150 mm
Blisters per minute
Up to 320
Cartons per minute
Up to 260
Blister section
Available as stand alone machine
Servo motors
Yes
Splicing tables
Two
Cross control product-carton-leaflet
Yes
Lane configuration
1 lane (2 lanes only after technical evaluation)
Flat sealing
Yes
Minimum product and materials load control
Yes

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Integrated continuous motion monoblock
Blister Management
Servo motor management with automatic grip vacuum
Blister Handling
3 axis translation with robotized feeding system
Automation Level
Servo driven independent pushers
Changeover Time
Manual evaluation required
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Continuous
Cleaning Method
Hidden cutter with splicing tables
Load Control
Minimum product and materials load control
Cross Control
Product-carton-leaflet synchronization

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Integrated continuous motion monoblock
Blister size
Width
Carton size
Width
Feeder system
ROBOCOMBI robotized blister feeding
Control panel type
Sophisticated with servo-driven controls

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI
Servo Motors
Yes
Integration with cartoning section
Specially designed belt conveyor
Customization of lanes
1 lane (2 lanes after evaluation)
Blister Feeding System
ROBOCOMBI robotized system