Capsule Filling & Sealing Machines

Equipment used for dosing and filling gelatin or nongelatin shells typically with dry ingredients for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications, such as ground herbal supplements.

Category Explained

Capsule filling and sealing machines are designed to accurately dose and encase various substances within gelatin or alternative material shells, catering primarily to the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. These machines are capable of handling a range of dry ingredients, including powdered herbs and supplements, ensuring precise measurement and containment within capsules. This equipment streamlines the production process, from initial filling to final sealing, facilitating the efficient preparation of capsules for consumer use.

Typical products and applications include:

  • Herbal powders and plant-based supplements: Dosed into capsules for over-the-counter health products
  • Vitamins and minerals: Filled into gelatin or vegetarian capsules for multivitamin formulations
  • Probiotic blends: Encapsulated to protect live cultures during storage and digestion
  • Nutraceutical powders (e.g., collagen, turmeric): Packed into hard or soft shell capsules for targeted delivery
  • Pharmaceutical active ingredients: Precisely filled and sealed for consistent medicinal dosing

Additional Considerations:

  • Ensures accurate dosing: Reduces risk of under- or overfilling, which is critical for product effectiveness and safety
  • Handles a variety of capsule types: Compatible with gelatin, HPMC (vegetarian), and other capsule materials
  • Improves production speed: Automates multiple steps—filling, alignment, sealing—for faster, more consistent output
  • Supports clean and hygienic processing: Built with sanitary design features and often compatible with clean-in-place (CIP) systems
  • Available in semi-automatic and fully automatic models: Scalable for small batch operations or large-volume production