High-speed laser writer for soft gelatin capsules and caplets
Achieve precise laser marking on up to 300,000 tablets or capsules per hour with a solution designed for high-speed, continuous operations in pharmaceutical production.

Marks Tablets and Capsules with Laser Precision
The IBM CO2 Laser Writer from R.W. Hartnett is a high-speed laser marking solution designed for precision marking of tablets and capsules in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and supplement industries. It features a single-sided laser marking system, utilizing a servo drive for precise print registration and an adjustable hopper for optimal fill rates. With an impressive throughput of over 300,000 pieces per hour, it integrates seamlessly into continuous high-volume processing and packaging lines. The equipment is 21 CFR Part 11 compliant, ensuring that it meets stringent regulatory standards. Optional vision inspection systems and validation document packages further enhance its applicability in FDA-regulated environments. The machine is engineered for ease of use, offering a 15″ touchscreen HMI and Wi-Fi connectivity for simple operation and monitoring. It requires minimal maintenance, supported by quick change tooling that reduces downtime.
Benefits
- Enhances production efficiency by processing over 300,000 pieces per hour.
- Ensures regulatory compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 standards.
- Minimizes operator intervention with easy-to-use touchscreen HMI and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Reduces product identification errors with precise servo-driven print registration.
- Minimizes downtime with quick change tooling for fast adjustments.
- Applications
- Vitamins,Supplements,Pharmaceutical tablets,Caplets,Soft gelatin capsules
- End products
- Ibuprofen tablets,Vitamin c chewable tablets,Multivitamin softgel capsules,Paracetamol caplets,Calcium tablets,Glucosamine supplements,Fish oil softgel capsules
- Steps before
- Bulk Loading,Flood Feeding
- Steps after
- Vision Inspection,Batch Recording,Single Piece Rejection
- Input ingredients
- soft gelatin capsules,caplets
- Output ingredients
- laser marked soft gelatin capsules,laser marked caplets
- Market info
- RW Hartnett is known for designing and manufacturing precision printing and vision inspection equipment for the pharmaceutical and confectionery industries, offering high-quality, innovative solutions tailored to client needs, with a strong reputation for reliability and excellence.
- Output Speed
- 300,000 pieces per hour
- Electrical
- 240 VAC / 30 amp/ 3 phase
- Air Requirement
- 90 psi @ 5 scfm
- Single Sided Laser Marking
- Yes
- Adjustable Hopper
- Yes
- Servo Drive System
- Yes
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Yes
- Batch Recording
- Yes
- 21 CFR Part 11 Compliant
- Yes
- CE and UL Certified
- Yes
- Working mechanism
- CO2 laser marking
- Automation level
- Swingarm touchscreen HMI,Servo drive system
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Single sided marking,batch operation
- Air requirement
- 90 psi @ 5 scfm
- Output capability
- Over 300,000 pieces per hour
- Compliance
- 21 CFR Part 11,CE and UL certified
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Tooling changeover
- Quick change tooling
- Hopper
- Adjustable for maximum fill rate
- Feed method
- Bulk hopper and flood feeder
- Control panel type
- Swingarm 15” touchscreen HMI