Capping Machines Bottling Lines

Capping Machines help to speed up the process of finishing packaging your liquid products by placing and tightening caps onto the bottles. These machines are available in a range of sizes and styles to accommodate different bottle types and cap sizes.

Chuck TORQ Packaging USA machines are able to achieve some of the highest torque values among other types of cappers. Typically, changeover for these machines takes only a couple minutes as it simply involves changing the chuck to match the cap style being used.

Bottling Lines

If you’re looking to automate the entire bottle-filling, capping, corking and labeling process in a single line, a Superbloc is an excellent choice. It has sensors to detect if a bottle doesn’t meet fill level standards, or if it is corked, waxed, or labeled improperly and will stop the line to eliminate waste and product loss.

Depending on the type of cap your production line uses, you’ll need feeders and sorters to properly deliver caps to your machine. A vibratory bowl feeder or bulk elevator sorter will ensure the caps are correctly oriented before entering the conveyor system so they are ready to be capped.

A chuck cap tightening machine will tighten the container with a chuck mechanism rather than using side tightening, and they’re easy to scale up for high-speed production. When shopping for a chuck capper, look for key factors like torque power, speed options and a conveyor line requirement. These will impact your operation and the quality of your finished product.

Cap Feeders

The cap feeder is where the action starts for any capping machine. They work by taking a bulk hopper of closures and orienting them based on geometry, then gently lifting them up to a sorter bowl and conveying the properly oriented caps into the feed line to be used on containers. These cap feeder systems are often tied into the centralized system HMI to coordinate the operation of the whole system, including the capper.

These feeders and sorters are usually built around a flighted conveyor belt and have a hopper sized to the number of parts that need to be moved for maximum efficiency. They are also capable of using a number of adjustment and changeover mechanisms for different types of caps and closures.

When choosing a capping machine, it’s important to consider whether or not your production is likely to grow in the future and buy accordingly. It can be expensive to upgrade to a more powerful machine, so it’s best to purchase one that can handle the demand you have now and plan for future growth.

Cap Placement

Whether the caps are being screwed onto bottles or pressed on with a special nozzle, they need to be positioned correctly. This can be done with a cap sorter, which will ensure that the correct caps reach each bottle. Sorters can be configured to accommodate a wide variety of different types and sizes of caps and containers.

Once the cap is in place, it needs to be tightened. That’s where a capping machine comes in. Capping machines can vary in size and features, but some common options include chuck cappers, snap cappers, and vertical wheel pluggers.

Be sure to consider your current and future capacity when deciding which capping machine to invest in. Think about how large your orders are now and how you expect them to grow six months down the line. This will help you determine how much torque your capping machine should have. You’ll also want to make sure the equipment you buy can handle specialty items, such as induction seals or child-resistant caps.

Cap Sealing

Cap sealing is a vital part of the packaging process. It protects products from environmental factors like moisture and expiration date, ensuring customer satisfaction. It also prevents product pilferage. Whether your business produces liquid agrochemicals to boost crop production, pharmaceuticals for safety, or chemical solutions for industrial use, the right capping machine will make sure your products are sealed properly.

Induction cap sealers use an electromagnetic induction heating method to adhere aluminum foil to the bung hole of bottles and containers. This type of capping equipment offers a secure, tamper-evident seal that keeps contents safe from contaminates and moisture. It’s also a popular choice for food and drug businesses due to its versatility, scalability, and ease of integration.

In addition to induction cap sealers, IFS offers a wide variety of feeders and sorters to complement any capping line. Regardless of your needs, our sales engineers will help you find the right solution. From single head electric chuck and dual head air chuck designs to pick and place or starwheel variations, IFS has the right equipment for your production line.