High-Speed Rotary Capsule Encapsulation Machines (HGC)

High-Speed Hard Gelatin Capsule Production Systems

GMP-Compliant Automation, Peristaltic & Powder Dosing Options, Global Validation Support.

Automated Encapsulation Solutions for Global Pharma Standards.

LOCUS ROBOTICS delivers end-to-end solutions for hard gelatin capsule encapsulation – from supply and installation (SAT) to operational qualification (OQ) and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).

Band Sealing Technology: Tamper-Evident Protection.

We provide semi-automatic capsule fillers and fully automated rotary encapsulation systems for hard gelatin capsules. Unlike manual benchtop or semi-automatic units, our automated machines feature rotary technology that streamlines capsule separation, filling, and sealing with minimal human intervention.

High-Speed Rotary Encapsulators: Precision & Efficiency

Rotary capsule machines represent the pinnacle of encapsulation productivity, achieving outputs of 10,000 to 100,000 capsules/hour. Operator involvement is limited to initial setup and material loading:

1. Load empty capsule bodies into the feed hopper.

2. Fill product reservoir with powder/granules.

3. Initiate automated cycle:

   • Capsule separation via precision tooling

   • Dosing of powder/liquid into lower capsule halves

   • Rejoining of capsule bodies/caps

4. Filled capsules exit via conveyor for downstream processing.

Automated hard gelatin capsule filler with band sealing.

Our servo-driven fillers maintain <±1% dosing accuracy even with hygroscopic powders. Integrated moisture control (20-40% RH) prevents capsule brittleness during sealing – a key challenge in tropical climates.

Handles plant-based (HPMC), bovine, and marine gelatin capsules. Compatible with oils, suspensions, and PEG-based fills.

Voltage stabilizers (110V-220V-380V-480V) and dust-proof control panels ensure reliability in areas with unstable power grids.

CIP/SIP integration (cleaning/sterilization).

GMP capsule production line for Southeast Asia market.

LOCUS PHARM differentiators to highlight:

• Precision: Laser-guided capsule alignment eliminates body/cap mismatch

• Compliance: Integrated metal detection meets FDA 21 CFR Part 211

• Speed Range: 50-3,000 capsules/min scalability

Product Taxonomy Update

Encapsulation Systems (Parent Category)  
├── Hard Gelatin Capsule Machines  
│   ├── Semi-Automatic Fillers (50-200 caps/min)  
│   ├── High-Speed Lines (300-1,000 caps/min)  
│   └── Industrial Systems (1,500-3,000 caps/min)  
├── Auxiliary Equipment  
│   ├── Capsule Polishers  
│   ├── Band Sealers  
│   └── Checkweighers  
└── Change Parts  
    ├── Dosing Discs (Size #00-#4)  
    └── Powder Mixing Modules 

Dosing Systems: Twin-screw powder dosers, Peristaltic liquid fillers.

Integrated Post-Processing & Dosing Technologies

• Dust Removal/Polishing: Optional dedusting-polishing units eliminate surface residue from hygroscopic powders.

• Advanced Filling Systems:

  • Twin-Screw Dosers (1-4 units): For powders/granules, featuring:

    • Agitators with sweepers

    • Level sensors

    • Continuous feeding via loss-in-weight screw feeders

  • Peristaltic Pump Fillers: For liquids/semi-viscous products (e.g., oils, PEG suspensions)

Capsule Handling: Body/cap separation tooling, Dedusting/polishing modules.

GMP Compliance & Material Flexibility

• Tooling Compatibility: Handles capsule sizes 00-5 with quick-change format parts.

• Pharmaceutical-Grade Construction:

  • Product-contact surfaces: AISI 316L stainless steel

  • Full compliance with EU/US GMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 211

• Cross-Industry Applications:

  • Pharmaceuticals (oral solid dosage)

  • Nutraceuticals & dietary supplements

  • Sports nutrition (creatine, L-carnitine, BCAAs)

Compliance: IQ/OQ/PQ validation, AISI 316L product-contact surfaces.

Turnkey Capsule Production Lines

We engineer integrated solutions including:

• Capsule fillers (semi/full-auto)

• Checkweighers & vision inspection systems

• Powder handling: Bin blenders, V-cone mixers, tumble blenders

• Material transfer: Pharma-grade bins & containment

Hard Gelatin Capsules (HGC) band sealing (tamper-evident feature).