Equipment

High-Speed Rotary Capping Systems

Industrial-Grade Sealing Solutions for 5,000+ BPH Production Lines.

Turret-Based Technology & Operation

Turret-Based Technology Advantages


Technical Specifications

Parameter Standard Model Pharma Grade Heavy-Duty
Throughput 20,000-35,000 BPH 15,000-25,000 BPH 50,000-80,000 BPH
Stations 8-16 heads 6-12 heads 24-48 heads
Cap Size Range 15-120mm 8-50mm 20-150mm
Power Servo-electric Cleanroom Servo Dual-servo + Hydraulic
Compliance CE, UL cGMP, FDA 21 CFR 11 ATEX, SIL-2

Cap Compatibility Matrix

Sealing Method Cap Types Industry Applications
Torque Control PET Screw Caps, Continuous Thread Beverages, Chemicals
ROPP Sealing Aluminum Roll-Ons Pharma, Spirits
Press-Fit Crimping Flip-Offs, Crown Seals Food, Veterinary
Compression Guala™ Closures, Stopper Insertion Cosmetics, E-Liquids

Industry-Specific Engineering

Sector Critical Features Performance Benchmark
Pharma Isolator integration, VHP compatibility 99.98% seal integrity
Beverage CO₂ retention tech, CIP/SIP <0.3% ullage variation
Chemicals Explosion-proof motors, Halar coating 100% ATEX compliance
Cosmetics Gloss-preserving jaws, CRC systems Zero surface marring

System Architecture

Core Components:

  1. Starwheel infeed with precision guides

  2. Rotating turret with servo capping heads

  3. Cap delivery system (elevator/vibratory)

  4. Torque verification sensors

  5. Rejection station with SCADA integration

Automation Stack:
PLC Control → HMI Recipe Management → OPC-UA Data Export → MES/ERP Connectivity

Key Specifications:

  • Heads: 4, 6, 8, or 12 stations

  • Throughput: 5,000-20,000+ BPH

  • Cap Transfer: Sequential wheel-to-wheel handoff

  • Sealing Process: Simultaneous cap placement and application


Advantages vs. Linear Systems

Parameter Rotary Cappers Linear Cappers
Speed ★★★★★ (20k+ BPH) ★★★ (5k BPH max)
Stability Vibration-free operation Bottle oscillation issues
Footprint Compact circular layout Extended linear space
Changeover 30-90 minutes 15-30 minutes
Minimum Output 5,000 BPH 500 BPH

Cap Compatibility & Sealing Methods

Core Technologies:

  1. Aluminum Crimping: Flip-off caps (K-1, K-2, K-3 series)

  2. Torque Control: PET screw caps, child-resistant closures

  3. ROPP Threading: 28/32mm aluminum caps

  4. Press-Fit Insertion: Dispensopak, Guala™ security seals

  5. Sprayer Actuation: Trigger pumps, dosers

Specialized Tooling For:

  • Pharmaceutical flip-offs

  • Cosmetic pump dispensers

  • Chemical drum bungs

  • E-liquid nozzles


Integration Requirements

Automated Line Configuration:
Filler → Cap Orienter → Rotary Capper → Labeler → Packout

Essential Components:

  1. Cap Feeding: Vibratory bowls or elevator systems

  2. Precision Handling: Starwheel guides with ±0.1mm tolerance

  3. Quality Assurance: Integrated torque sensors

  4. Material Handling: Accumulation tables between stations


Industry Deployment

Sector Typical Output Common Caps
Pharmaceuticals 8,000-12,000 BPH Flip-off, ROPP
Beverages 15,000-20,000 BPH Crowns, ROPP
Cosmetics 6,000-10,000 BPH Pumps, CRC
Chemicals 5,000-8,000 BPH DIN plugs, bungs
E-Liquids 7,000-10,000 BPH Child-resistant nozzles

Technical Specifications

Component Standard Model Pharma Grade
Frame Powder-coated steel 316L SS electropolished
Drive Servo-pneumatic Full servo control
Accuracy ±0.1 Nm torque ±0.02 Nm with data logging
Compliance CE, UL cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11

Competitive Differentiation

+ Patented Anti-Backoff Technology
+ Tool-Free Changeovers (<15 min)
+ Integrated Vision Inspection
- Competitors require secondary stations

Throughput Comparison:

Machine Type Max Output Changeover Time
Rotary Turret 80,000 BPH 15 min
Linear Automatic 5,000 BPH 45 min
Benchtop Auto 3,500 BPH 5 min

Integration & Scalability

Turnkey Line Configurations:

  • Pharma Tri-Block: Filling → Capping → Sealing

  • Beverage Monobloc: Rinsing → Filling → ROPP Capping

  • Chemical Lines: Drum decanting → Net weight filling → Bung sealing

Upgrade Paths:

  1. Add AI-powered defect detection (+$28k)

  2. Integrate nitrogen blanketing (+$15k)

  3. Install track-and-trace serialization (+$42k)

Why Global Manufacturers Choose Us

+ 40% higher uptime than linear systems
+ Patented anti-jam transfer system
+ Quick-change tooling (under 90 min)
- Higher initial investment
- Requires trained technicians

Included Services:

  • FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing)

  • 72-hour onsite commissioning

  • Remote diagnostics support

Why Global Leaders Choose Locus

Our ACM-300 rotary capper delivers:

  • Industry-Leading Uptime: 98.7% OEE with predictive maintenance

  • Future-Proof Design: OPC-UA connectivity for Industry 4.0

  • Zero-Compromise Precision: ±0.2% fill-to-cap alignment

  • Global Compliance: CE, FDA, GOST-R, TÜV certifications»*

Included With Every System:

  • Factory acceptance testing (FAT)

  • 72-hour onsite commissioning

  • Operator training simulator

Implementation Process

  1. Consultation: Cap dimension analysis

  2. Simulation: Throughput verification

  3. FAT: Performance sign-off

  4. Installation: Line integration <5 days

Our ACM-300 capper handles 8,000 vials/hour with 98.92% seal integrity — ideal for vaccine production and high-volume injectables.


Contact for High-Volume Solutions

Ready to scale beyond 5,000 BPH?✉ Email:mail@locuspack.com

📞 Phone: +7 927 056-19-99

Ask about:
  • Pharma validation packages.

  • ATEX-compliant chemical models.

  • Turnkey line integration.