Capsule conveyors for gentle capsule transfer

Streamline your capsule production line with a system designed for high-speed, gentle transfer of gelatin and vegetarian capsules, ensuring reduced damage and seamless integration into processing operations.

Transfers and Loads Capsules Efficiently

The Hanningfield CapsuJet Capsule Transfer Systems, including the C20 and FCC models, revolutionize capsule handling for pharmaceutical manufacturers and nutraceutical companies. Designed to enhance the efficiency of pill production lines, these systems excel in automating the loading and unloading processes for both empty and filled capsules.

The CapsuJet C20 efficiently transfers up to 300,000 empty capsules per hour from ground-level hoppers into filling machines, while the CapsuJet FCC manages filled capsules, conveying up to 200,000 per hour to downstream processes. Both models utilize a gentle conveyance method to minimize capsule damage, making them ideal for a wide array of capsule types including gelatin, vegetarian, and CBD capsules.

Constructed with 316L stainless steel contact parts and FDA-compliant seals, these systems offer robust durability and compliance with stringent pharmaceutical standards. The optional level control feature facilitates automated loading, reducing manual intervention and ensuring consistency during high-speed operations. Customizable hoppers accommodate various capsule sizes, further enhancing flexibility.

Integration into existing production lines is seamless, supported by full validation documentation and customization options to meet specific operational demands. Whether you’re in the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, or chemical industry, Hanningfield’s CapsuJet systems provide reliable, high-performance solutions for your capsule handling needs.

Benefits

  • Minimizes manual labor by automating capsule loading and unloading processes.
  • Ensures operational continuity with high transfer rates, reducing machine downtime.
  • Protects product integrity through gentle handling techniques, preventing capsule damage.
  • Enhances production line flexibility with customizable hopper and system configurations.
  • Complies with FDA standards, ensuring reliability in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.

General


Applications
Nuclear,Nutraceuticals,Chemical,Food and beverage,Cannabis,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Gelatin capsules,Nutritional supplements,Cbd capsules,Probiotic capsules,Soft gel capsules,Herbal supplements,Vegetarian capsules,Effervescent tablets,Pharmaceutical powders,Vitamin capsules
Steps before
Empty Capsule Preparation,Capsule Sorting
Steps after
Filled Capsule Inspection,Capsule Packaging
Input ingredients
empty capsules,hard-shelled gelatin capsules
Output ingredients
filled capsules,downstream container
Market info
Hanningfield Process Systems is known for manufacturing high-quality, customized process handling, and containment equipment for industries such as pharmaceutical, food, and chemical, specializing in milling, sieving, and powder handling solutions.

Technical Specifications


Transfer Rate (C20)
300,000 capsules/hr
Transfer Rate (FCC)
200,000 capsules/hr
Max. Vertical Convey Distance (C20)
10m (33ft)
Max. Vertical Convey Distance (FCC)
5m (16ft)
Max. Horizontal Convey Distance (C20)
5m (16ft)
Max. Horizontal Convey Distance (FCC)
2.5m (8ft)
Standard Hopper Size
200L / 100,000 size "o" capsules (C20)
Approx Dimensions (C20)
(H) 1180mm x (W) 760mm x (L) 1215mm
Approx Dimensions (FCC)
(H) 1150mm x (W) 500mm x (L) 885mm
Approx. Weight (FCC)
150 kgs (330 lbs)

Operating Characteristics


Capsule Transfer Rate
200,000 to 300,000 capsules/hr
Automation Level
Optional Level Control
Noise Level
Very low
Manual Handling Elimination
Yes
Gentle Handling
Virtually zero capsule damage
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Batch
Vertical Convey Distance
Up to 10m
Horizontal Convey Distance
Up to 5m

Material Compatibility


Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Yes
Cleanability
High
Biological compatibility
FDA Compliant

Physical Characteristics


Machine Footprint
CapsuJet C20
CapsuJet FCC
(H) 1150mm x (W) 500mm x (L) 885mm
Material
316L stainless steel for contact parts,304 stainless steel for non-contact parts
Contact Parts
316L stainless steel (1.4404)
Non-Contact Parts
304 stainless steel (1.4301)
Standard Hopper Size
CapsuJet C20
CapsuJet FCC
No hopper required
Customisable Hopper
Available to accommodate extra capsules
Approx Weight (CapsuJet FCC)
150 kgs (330 lbs)

Custom Options


Hopper Design
Customisable to accommodate extra capsules
Level Control
Optional level control in filling machine hopper
Material of Construction
Upgradeable/downgradeable materials and surface finishes