Bottle and vial inspection and coding system

Ensure seamless coding and inspection of vials and bottles with rapid 360° evaluation for error-free packaging and compliance in high-speed production lines.

Inspects, Codes, and Verifies Bottles and Vials

The TQS-SP-Bottle Vision and Printing System from Wipotec is an indispensable solution for streamlined operations in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic industries. This compact unit offers high-speed, automated inspection and coding for bottles and vials, ensuring precise label verification and traceability. Utilizing a 360° integrated camera module, the system inspects cylindrical objects at rates up to 500 pieces per minute, catching and sorting out mislabeled or faulty items with precision. The machine features continuous inkjet (CIJ) printing for auxiliary code marking, supporting higher-level aggregation in bundles or cartons.

Wipotec’s system is designed for optimum integration into existing production lines, offering modular flexibility and a central adjustment unit for easy setup and configuration via the ConfigureFast interface. It excels in handling diverse product types, from prescription drug bottles to aerosol cans, thanks to secure side-pressing handling. The unit’s compliance with IQ/OQ validation and GMP standards underscores its commitment to quality and regulatory adherence. Maintenance is simplified through tool-free format changes, enhancing uptime and productivity. With material options to suit various environments and applications, the TQS-SP-Bottle ensures robust, reliable performance tailored to your packaging needs.

Benefits

  • Enhances quality control with high-speed, all-round inspection ensuring accurate label verification.
  • Improves production efficiency by seamlessly integrating printing and verification in a single step.
  • Reduces operational errors through automated sorting and ejection of mislabeled or defective products.
  • Facilitates easy integration and configuration, minimizing setup time and maximizing line flexibility.
  • Ensures compliance with industry standards, supporting regulatory adherence and quality assurance.

General


Applications
Food,Chemicals,Medical devices,Cosmetics,Aerosols,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Sauce bottles,Medical testing vials,Essential oil vials,Perfume bottles,Condiment bottles,Chemical reagent bottles,Prescription drug bottles,Aerosol cleaning products,Over-the-counter medicine vials,Spray deodorant cans
Steps before
Serialisation,Label application
Steps after
Aggregation,Packaging,Carton bundling
Input ingredients
bottles,vials,cylindrical objects,serialized labels,bundles,cartons
Output ingredients
inspected bottles,inspected vials,correctly labeled products,ejected faulty labels,rejected incorrect codes
Market info
Wipotec is renowned for its precision weighing technology and high-speed checkweighers used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals and food. They are recognized for their innovation and high-quality engineered-to-order solutions in weight measurement and inspection systems.

Technical Specifications


Inspection Speed
Up to 500 pcs/min (300 pcs/min standard)
360° Inspection
Integrated 360° camera module
Printing Method
CIJ printer
Detection Method
Omnidirectional detection using multiple ultrafast cameras
Code Verification
Ability to verify auxiliary codes on bottles/vials
Aggregation Capability
Hardware supports auxiliary aggregation code for higher-level packaging
Configuration System
ConfigureFast interface for sub-component setup

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
Changeover time
Fast
Cleaning method
Tool-free format change

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Container type
Bottles / Vials
Container size
Varied
Print location
Top or Underside
Material type
Plastic / Glass
Inspection type
360° Camera Inspection
Marking type
UV-visible
Ejection Method for Faulty Items
Lockable Containers
Maximum Throughput
500 pcs/min


Validation packets
IQ/OQ

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Compact
Control panel type
Single interface
Discharge method
Side pressing belt

Custom Options


Control panel type
ConfigureFast interface
UV Code Printing
CIJ printer for UV codes