Flat-sealing continuous-motion blister packaging solution

Enhance your blister packaging with precise, high-speed sealing and comprehensive film compatibility, making it an adaptable choice for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical production lines.

Forms, Seals, and Punches Blister Packs

The BQS from ACG is a continuous blister packaging machine designed for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. It efficiently forms, seals, and punches blister packs for solid dosage forms, including tablets and capsules. Powered by servo technology, the BQS ensures precise control and reliability, enhancing productivity on the packaging line. It accommodates a variety of thermoform films and cold-form foils, providing flexibility for different packaging requirements. Operating at high speeds, it achieves up to 45 thermoforming cycles per minute and 35 cold-forming cycles per minute, with a maximum forming area of 240 mm x 180 mm. The BQS is fully PLC-controlled with ACG SMART CONNECTED technology for remote monitoring and real-time performance insights. It conforms to CE/EAC/UL certifications, ensuring compliance with international standards. Its ergonomic balcony design facilitates easy access and cleaning, minimizing downtime during changeovers. With its capacity to integrate seamlessly with cartoning machines, the BQS supports efficient downstream operations, making it a versatile choice for packaging lines aiming for high throughput and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Enhances productivity with high-speed, continuous blister packaging.
  • Reduces changeover time with easy access and cleaning.
  • Increases packaging yield with edge-to-edge blister-pack punching.
  • Ensures compliance with global standards through CE/EAC/UL certification.
  • Provides real-time monitoring and reduced maintenance costs with SMART CONNECTED technology.

General


Applications
Soft gelatine capsules,Hard capsules,Pharmaceutical tablets
End products
Ibuprofen tablets,Omega-3 gel capsules,Vitamin d capsules,Antihistamine tablets,Fish oil softgels,Amoxicillin capsules,Multivitamin tablets,Paracetamol tablets
Steps before
Formulation,Tablet compression,Capsule filling
Steps after
Cartoning,Vision inspection,Aggregation,Label serialisation
Input ingredients
thermoform films,cold-form packaging foils,PVC,PVC/PVdC,Aclar,Triplex (PVC/PE/PVdC),cold-form foil (Alu),lidding materials,push-through foil,child-resistant foil,peelable foil
Output ingredients
blister packs,packaged tablets,packaged hard capsules,packaged soft gelatine capsules
Market info
ACG World is known for manufacturing capsules and capsule filling machines, providing integrated pharmaceutical solutions with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and comprehensive service offerings in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.

Technical Specifications


Forming cycle - Thermoforming
Up to 45 cycles/min
Forming cycle - Cold-forming
Up to 35 cycles/min
Forming depth - Thermoforming
Up to 12 mm
Forming depth - Cold-forming
Up to 9 mm
Maximum forming area
240 mm x 180 mm
Forming materials
PVC,PVC/PVdC,Aclar,Triplex (PVC/PE/PVdC),cold-form foil (Alu)
Lidding materials
Push-through foil,child-resistant foil,peelable foil
Blister width
Up to 127 mm

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Flat-sealing,continuous-motion
Automation level
SERVO technology
Remote monitoring
ACG SMART CONNECTED technology
Customization capability
High flexibility for specific requirements
Changeover time
Hassle-free

Material Compatibility


Thermoform films
PVC,PVC/PVdC,Aclar,Triplex (PVC/PE/PVdC)
Cold-form packaging foils
Aluminum (Alu)
Lidding materials
Push-through foil,child-resistant foil,peelable foil

Product type Characteristics


Blister packaging material
Thermoform films,cold-form foils
Dosage forms
Tablets,hard capsules,soft gelatine capsules


CE marking
Yes
UL certification
Yes
EAC certification
Yes

Physical Characteristics


Blister width
Up to 127 mm
Maximum forming area
240 mm x 180 mm
Forming depth - Thermoforming
Up to 12 mm
Forming depth - Cold-forming
Up to 9 mm
Compliance,Certifications
CE/EAC/UL

Custom Options


Control Panel Type
ACG SMART CONNECTED technology
Integration Possibilities
Effortless downstream integration with cartoning machines
Customization Flexibility
Highly flexible for custom requirements
Rotary Indexing
Suitable for large blister sizes,up to 127 mm width