Seals and Bands Capsules with Gelatine

The HERMETICA from IMA Group is an engineered solution for secure capsule sealing, ideal for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors. Leveraging a design legacy since the 1970s, it employs a two-roller system with independent speed regulation to apply a gelatine band around capsules, ensuring tamper-evidence. It handles high-speed continuous operations with models capable of sealing up to 100,000 capsules hourly. This machine integrates seamlessly in-line with IMA capsule filling machines, optimizing workflow efficiency. With a focus on operational ease, HERMETICA’s balcony structure provides excellent accessibility for maintenance and size changeovers, featuring a pre-drying unit that accelerates gelatine setting before transferring to the drying box. It supports various capsule sizes—from 00 to 4—and features a dual gelatine bowl system with temperature and viscosity control, ensuring consistent banding quality. The equipment meets rigorous industry standards and offers process flexibility, capable of managing both liquid and powder-filled capsules while maintaining GMP compliance.

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Fills and Seals Beverage and Food Capsules

The FS 960 from Rychiger is a high-speed capsule filling and sealing machine tailored for coffee producers, tea manufacturers, and multi-beverage companies. This engineered-to-order solution excels in zero-stop continuous production, processing up to 1,560 capsules per minute. With its advanced Total Productive Maintenance concept, the FS 960 minimizes both scheduled and unscheduled downtimes, thus improving overall efficiency conforming to DIN 8743 standards. It effectively manages a variety of capsule materials, including plastic, aluminum, and paper, making it versatile across different product lines such as coffee capsules, tea pods, and vitamin supplements. The machine design prioritizes hygiene with easy access for maintenance, reducing cleaning cycles and facilitating troubleshooting. Featuring a linear transport system, it can integrate seamlessly with additional processes, like integrated secondary packaging units, supported by its modular structure for customization. Enhanced by integrated Delta robots, it offers precise and fast operations, ensuring that only products meeting the required quality standards are processed. The FS 960 supports GMP compliance, with options for further customization depending on specific operational needs.

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Fills and Seals Beverage Capsules Efficiently

The FS 190 from Rychiger is a versatile Coffee Capsule Filling & Sealing Machine engineered to maximize efficiency on a compact footprint. This machine employs a high-speed, continuous operation process capable of filling and sealing up to 240 capsules per minute across four lanes. Ideal for coffee producers, tea manufacturers, and beverage companies, the FS 190 handles a variety of capsule formats, including Nespresso compatible, K-Cup, and Dolce Gusto, with materials ranging from plastic to compostable composites.

Its compact design features integrated control systems and safety casings, facilitating easy installation in confined spaces. The FS 190 boasts optimized accessibility with quick retooling capabilities, ensuring minimal downtime. Additionally, its low-waste foil punching and one-stroke sealing technologies ensure high sealing quality, reducing material waste. This machine supports seamless integration into existing production lines and offers scalable solutions for beverage companies looking to enter or expand in the capsule market. With built-in compliance to industry standards and Rychiger’s technical support, the FS 190 stands out as a robust and flexible investment for future-proofing your packaging operations.

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