Capsule & Tablet Counting Machine

Our machines use an advanced combination of three-stage vibratory feeders and high-speed infrared sensors. The vibration trays singulate the pills into a single file so they pass through the detection zone one by one. If two pills overlap or pass simultaneously, our unique dynamic logic algorithm instantly flags and corrects the count, preventing false dual-counts.

Heavy powder dust is the #1 cause of sensor miscounts in traditional counters. To eliminate sensor blinding, we integrate original Japan KEYENCE fiber-optic sensing technology combined with an aerodynamic dust extraction shield. The infrared beams dynamically cut through floating powder, while the continuous suction ports draw away loose dust before it can coat the lens.

Yes. Our advanced counting systems feature a size-verification threshold. When fragment dust, broken pieces, or unseparated empty capsule shells pass through the optical window, the sensor identifies them based on a cross-sectional light interruption deficit and can trigger a stop-alarm or divert them away, guaranteeing only perfect solid doses reach the final container.

Our integrated SIEMENS control system features an intelligent "Self-Teach Mode". When switching to a new tablet geometry or capsule size, operators simply drop a few samples through the channel. The sensors instantly capture and map the unique optical shadow profile of the product, setting precise counting thresholds automatically without manual micro-adjustments.

Static electricity can cause capsules or lightweight tablets to cling together or stick to the glass turntable, throwing off the feed cadence. To eliminate static charges, all material feeding structures are fully grounded. For extremely dry cleanroom environments or hygroscopic powders, we offer integrated anti-static ionizer bars that neutralize surface charges directly on the vibratory tracks.

Our counting lines offer universal container flexibility. They accommodate round, square, oval, and rectangular bottles made of HDPE, PET, PP, or glass. The automatic bottle-gating tracks feature tool-less adjustable guide rails, allowing quick adjustment for bottle diameters from 30 mm up to 100 mm in under 5 minutes.

Absolutely. Transparent softgels often cause normal light sensors to fail. Our KEYENCE infrared sensors utilize a dual-beam refraction analysis that accurately catches clear oil-filled gel capsules. For sticky gummies or oiled products, we can customize the vibratory tracks with specialized teflon coatings or dimpled surfaces to prevent clumping and sticking.

Our multi-channel vibratory tracks and drop-chutes handle a broad size matrix. They smoothly sort and index standard pharmaceutical hard gel capsule sizes from #000 down to #5, as well as pressed tablets or spherical pills with diameters ranging from 5 mm up to 25 mm, making the machine highly flexible across diverse product lines.

No custom mechanical changeover kits are required. Unlike old-fashioned slat counters or rotary disk counters that require distinct dedicated molds for every single pill size, our electronic infrared counting channels are universally configured. You only need to adjust the lane dividers and configure the HMI settings, saving thousands in tooling costs.

Yes. We provide a series of interchangeable discharge dropper nozzles tailored to your specific container lineup. For small vials or narrow openings, we implement custom-tapered nozzles that funnel the counted doses cleanly into the bottle neck without bridging, ensuring a fast and clean drop every cycle.

This is a common issue when utilizing pure white HDPE bottles. Glossy white surfaces can emit powerful light reflections that blind the container positioning photoelectric eye. This is easily resolved on our machines by adjusting the sensitivity potentiometer on the bottle sensor or recalibrating the background light parameters via the SIEMENS touch screen.

Pills pouring outside the container happens when there is an excessive distance gap between the discharge chute nozzle and the bottle mouth. Our filling nozzles feature a mechanical vertical-lift height adjuster. By lowering the dropper nozzle directly into the neck of the bottle (ensuring the drop distance is less than the capsule diameter), bouncing and product spill are completely eliminated.

First, inspect the sensor glass window for dust film and wipe it clean. Second, verify if the vibration speed is set too high; excessive vibration amplitude can cause a bottleneck or force capsules to bunch together through the chute. You can execute our automatic HMI "Self-Teach Mode" to instantly self-calibrate for new product dimensions.

Discharge jamming typically occurs when large, irregular tablets or long capsules are dropped at an excessive feed rate, causing them to bridge across the bottleneck neck. Our pneumatic gating systems are engineered to alternate cleanly. If bridging occurs, the quick-release chute assembly can be detached by hand without tools to clear the track instantly.

Our fully automatic models (such as PZS-A) require a stable pneumatic input of 0.4 to 0.6 MPa to drive the gating cylinders cleanly. If the external air compressor pressure drops below threshold limits, a safety air-pressure interlock trigger pauses operation and sounds an alarm on the screen, preventing incomplete bottle fills due to lazy gating.

Yes. Our automatic counters are equipped with standard industrial communication ports (RS485/Modbus). It can interlock with bottle unscramblers, desiccant inserters, capping machines, and induction sealers. If a downstream machine jams or backs up, the safety signal tells our counter to instantly pause feeding, preventing material pile-ups.

While all product contact parts are tool-free quick-release SS304 and fully washable, the optical sensor heads must NOT be flushed with direct liquid water. Sensors should be wiped down exclusively with a soft lint-free microfiber cloth moistened with 75% isopropyl alcohol to avoid moisture scoring the internal fiber optics.

Yes, completely. All main discharge ports, product-contact areas, and hoppers are strictly fabricated from premium Stainless Steel 304 (0Cr18Ni9) to eliminate cross-contamination and material degradation. The structural bodywork aligns perfectly with international sanitary and cleanroom cGMP guidelines.

Thanks to our modular, tool-free quick-release architecture, the entire product contact assembly—including the hopper, glass turntable, and discharge chutes—can be fully dismantled by hand in less than 5 minutes. A complete washdown, dry, and reassembly cycle takes roughly 15 to 20 minutes, minimizing cleanroom downtime.

Yes. Our customized SIEMENS HMI smart touch panels come pre-installed with multi-language operation firmware, enabling seamless one-click switching between English, Spanish, French, and other custom localization parameters. This ensures effortless operation, troubleshooting, and diagnostic tracing for global packaging facilities.