High-speed capsule cartoning solution

Optimize your capsule packaging line with a versatile cartoning machine that accommodates various capsule types and configurations while ensuring high-speed operation and gentle handling to maintain product integrity.

Packs and Cartons Beverage Capsules Efficiently

The IMA Group’s C-900 embodies a high-speed solution for coffee producers and beverage manufacturers, engineered to handle any market-available capsule with ease and precision. This capsule cartoning machine is fitted with an advanced capsule transfer feeding system that features a buffer and recirculation unit, ensuring gentle handling and preventing capsule damage. Capable of processing up to 900 capsules and packaging up to 90 cartons per minute, the C-900 is a cornerstone for flexible production lines.

Ideal for secondary packaging tasks, it caters to espresso, latte, green tea, and herbal infusion capsules, including compostable and recyclable varieties. Choose from a range of carton styles, such as nested arrangements or multi-layered packs, complemented by a variety of closure options including tamper-evident systems. The fully servo-driven technology ensures high-speed, continuous operations, and quick size changeovers for seamless integration into existing setups. Its energy-efficient motorization minimizes power waste, sharing kinetic energy across modules, and supports sustainable packaging with its ability to handle recyclable materials.

Benefits

  • Enhances efficiency by packing up to 90 cartons per minute, maximizing output.
  • Maintains product integrity with gentle handling, reducing capsule damage.
  • Saves packaging material and shelf space with optimized carton configurations.
  • Supports sustainability efforts by accommodating compostable and recyclable materials.
  • Lowers energy consumption through efficient motorization and kinetic energy redistribution.

General


Applications
Beverage capsules,Secondary packaging,Coffee capsules,Compostable capsules,Carton packaging,Recyclable capsules
End products
Variety pack cartons for beverage capsules,Espresso coffee capsules,Green tea capsules,Latte macchiato capsules,Multi-layered carton packs for capsules,Compostable espresso capsules,Tamper evident beverage capsule packs,Herbal infusion capsules,Nested arrangement cartons for capsules,Flip top closure carton packs for coffee capsules,Recyclable tea capsules
Steps before
Capsule filling,Capsule transfer feeding
Steps after
Carton packing,Carton closing
Input ingredients
capsules,flat blank cartons
Output ingredients
packed cartons,cartons with capsules
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.

Technical Specifications


Production speed
up to 90 cartons/min
Capsule feed rate
up to 900 capsules/min
Average power consumption
15 kW
Operating Pressure
6 bar
Maximum air consumption
800 Nl/min
Weight
5000 kg
Automation
Fully servo-driven movement
Carton styles
Variety including tubes
Changeover time
Quick size changeover
Carton filling configuration
Single or multi-layer with interlayers/inlays
Closure options
Top Flap,Additional lateral flaps,Flip Top closure

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Fully Automated / Servo-driven
Capsule handling method
Pick,Place / Gripper-suction cup
Size changeover
Quick changeover
Carton feeding method
Flat blank carton magazine
Feeding system
Bucker chain / Capsules recirculation
Efficiency
Optimized carton space / Material saving
Speed
900 capsules/min,90 cartons/min
Modularity
Single or double magazine option
Carton closure types
Top Flap / Flip Top
Motorization
Energy-efficient / Kinetic energy recovery

Material Compatibility


Compostable material compatibility
Yes
Recyclable material compatibility
Yes
Recycled material compatibility
Yes

Custom Options


Capsule arrangement
Alternated / Nested
Carton styles
Single / Multi-layer / Tubes
Closure options
Top Flap / Flip Top / Lateral flaps
Material compatibility
Compostable / Recyclable
Changeover time
Simple size changeover
Carton magazine
Single / Double flat blank