Capsule filling and sealing system for coffee production
Achieve precise coffee capsule production with a machine that seamlessly fills, seals, and adapts to various capsule types, boosting efficiency while minimizing downtime.

Fills and Seals Capsules Efficiently
The SR SMART Series from IMA Group offers versatile and flexible solutions in capsule filling and sealing for coffee producers and beverage companies. Designed with an ergonomic cantilever structure, these machines benefit from easy maintenance access and reduced downtime. Equipped to handle plastic, aluminum, and compostable capsules, the SR SMART Series offers a double feeding system for bulk and stacked inputs, ensuring seamless integration into high-speed production lines. The machines are capable of dosing in a modified atmosphere to preserve aroma, utilizing a highly precise dosing mechanism. With production speeds ranging from 60 to 120 capsules per minute, the SR SMART Series incorporates nitrogen flushing and special sealing technologies for reliable operation. Available in stainless steel construction, the equipment adheres to food safety standards and offers customization for processing different capsule types and sizes. The ergonomic design further ensures hassle-free cleaning, while a quick-changeover system enhances operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Increases production efficiency by reducing line downtimes with quick-changeover and easy maintenance access.
- Supports sustainable operations with the ability to handle compostable and recyclable capsule materials.
- Preserves product quality by filling in a modified atmosphere to maintain aroma and freshness.
- Versatile processing capabilities allow for handling a range of capsule types and sizes.
- Enhances operational flexibility with dual feeding systems for bulk and stacked capsules.
- Applications
- Soluble beverages,Tea,Coffee,Capsules
- End products
- Espresso coffee capsules,Hot chocolate capsules,American coffee capsules,Nespresso compatible capsules,Instant coffee capsules,Herbal tea capsules,Tea capsules,Cappuccino capsules
- Steps before
- Grinding,Roasting
- Steps after
- Packing,Cartoning,Sealing
- Input ingredients
- empty capsules,plastic capsules,aluminum capsules,compostable capsules,bulk capsules,stacked capsules
- Output ingredients
- filled capsules,sealed capsules,capsules with aluminum film lid,capsules with micro perforated lid,capsules with filter paper lid,capsules with triplex coupled lid,capsules with PP lid,capsules with compostable lid,capsules with filters,capsules with diaphragms
- Market info
- IMA is known for its expertise in manufacturing automated packaging machines and solutions, particularly for the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea, and coffee industries, offering innovative, high-quality equipment and comprehensive customer service.
- Production Speed
- 60–120 capsules/min
- Power Consumption
- 27 kW
- Machine Weight
- 3280–3335 kg
- Nitrogen Consumption
- 28 Nm3/h
- Compressed Air Consumption
- 28–38 Nm3/h
- Compressed Air Pressure
- 6 bar
- Capsule Material Compatibility
- Plastic,Aluminum,Compostable
- Lid Type
- Aluminum film,Micro perforated,Filter paper,Triplex coupled,PP,Compostable
- Changeover Time
- Very fast
- Feeding System
- Double integrated for bulk and stacked capsules
- Sealing Technology
- Special technologies for inner components and lid
- Dosing System
- Extremely precise
- Modified Atmosphere Production
- Yes
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC
- Changeover time
- Fast
- CIP/SIP
- Easy Cleaning
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Energy efficiency
- Improved Efficiency
- Capsule material compatibility
- Plastic / Aluminum / Compostable
- Lid sealing material compatibility
- Aluminum film / Micro perforated / Filter paper / Triplex coupled / PP
- Compostable material handling
- Yes
- Production environment
- Modified atmosphere
- Machine footprint
- Compact
- Feed system
- Double integrated feeding system
- Discharge method
- Exit pick,place
- Control panel type
- 15” touch-screen operator panel
- Compact footprint
- Ergonomic cantilever design
- Control panel type
- 15" touch-screen operator panel
- Integration possibilities
- Integration with nitrogen flushing and in-line weighing systems
- Feeding system
- Double integrated feeding system for bulk and stacked capsules
- Sealing technology
- Special sealing technologies for inner components and lid
- Accessibility
- Ergonomic cantilever design for great accessibility
- Capsule material compatibility
- Plastic,aluminum,and compostable materials