Automatic Four Wheel Cap Capping Machine Glass Bottle Plastic Bottle With CE Certification For Food And Skincare Products
In pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing, cap integrity is non-negotiable. A loose cap means product contamination, regulatory non-compliance, and brand damage. The CM140 automatic four-wheel capping machine with vibrating bowl feeder addresses these challenges head-on — delivering servo-controlled torque precision, consistent cap seating, and full traceability for GMP-compliant production environments.
The vibrating bowl configuration is purpose-built for the small, lightweight caps that dominate pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging: child-resistant closures, dropper assemblies, fine-mist sprayers, disc-top caps, and tamper-evident seals. Where elevator-based systems struggle with lightweight components, the vibrating bowl excels.
Amber pill bottles, syrup containers, and liquid medicine bottles require consistent torque to meet child-resistant packaging standards (ISO 8317, US 16 CFR 1700). The CM140's servo torque system records every cap applied, providing batch-level traceability for quality audits.
Vitamin bottles, protein powder jars, and supplement tubs in HDPE or PET. High-speed capping at 30-40 bpm keeps pace with filling lines while ensuring seal integrity for moisture-sensitive products.
CBD oil bottles, essential oil vials, and liquid supplement droppers require precise vertical compression before threading. The CM140's center compression device seats the dropper bulb first, then the four-wheel spindle tightens the threaded collar without cross-threading the delicate glass threads.
Reagent containers, buffer solution bottles, and diagnostic kit vials. All-stainless construction and sealed electrical cabinet prevent dust ingress, meeting cleanroom compatibility requirements.
Glass serum bottles with dropper caps, airless pump bottles, and treatment vials. The vibrating bowl gently orientates delicate pump assemblies without scratching or marring cosmetic-grade finishes.
Plastic or glass jars with screw caps from 30-200mm. The dual-belt clamping system stabilizes wide jars during capping, preventing label scuffing and maintaining presentation quality.
Small-volume glass bottles (5-50ml) with fine-thread closures. Precision torque control prevents over-tightening that could crack glass necks — a common defect in manual capping operations.
Flip-top caps, disc closures, and push-pull caps on HDPE and PET bottles. The four-wheel mechanism uniformly tightens without cap deformation, preserving the snap-fit function of dispensing closures.
- Torque Traceability: Every cap torque value recorded and exportable via HMI data logs
- Sealed Electrical Cabinet: IP65-rated enclosure prevents dust and moisture ingress
- Audit Trail: HMI maintains timestamped records of parameter changes, alarm events, and production counts
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CM140 (Vibrating Bowl Configuration) |
| Cap Types | Child-resistant, dropper, sprayer, disc-top, flip-top, screw |
| Cap Diameter | φ15-80mm (optimized for φ15-50mm) |
| Bottle Diameter | 50-200mm |
| Bottle Height | 100-400mm |
| Capping Speed | 10-45 bpm (30-40 bpm typical for small bottles) |
| Capping Success Rate | ≥99.99% |
| Torque Control | Servo motor, programmable ±0.5% accuracy |
| Construction | SUS 304 stainless steel |
| Control | PLC + HMI |
| Power | 1500W, 110/220V, 50/60Hz, 1-phase |
| Dimensions | L2000 × W1000 × H2000 mm |
| Weight | 400 kg |
| Problem | CM140 Solution |
|---|---|
| Inconsistent torque — some caps too loose, some too tight | Servo-controlled torque with ±0.5% repeatability |
| Operator fatigue and repetitive strain injuries | Fully automated, one operator supervises entire line |
| Cross-threading on expensive glass bottles | Four-wheel synchronized engagement prevents misalignment |
| High cap rejection rate from manual over-tightening | Programmable torque limits eliminate cap damage |
Q: Can the CM140 handle child-resistant (CRC) caps?
A: Yes. The center compression device applies the downward force needed to engage CRC push-and-turn mechanisms, while the four-wheel spindle simultaneously rotates to tighten. The servo control ensures the dual-motion sequence is precisely synchronized.
Q: Can it cap glass bottles without breaking them?
A: Yes. The servo torque control can be programmed with very low torque limits for delicate glass threads. The four-wheel design distributes rotational force evenly around the cap, eliminating the concentrated stress point that single-spindle cappers create on glass necks.
Q: How quickly can I switch between different cap and bottle sizes?
A: HMI recipe recall takes under 90 seconds. Physical adjustments — vibrating bowl track change, wheel diameter adjustment, belt spacing — take approximately 5-10 minutes depending on the size difference between products.
Q: Can the CM140 integrate with my existing filling line? A: Yes. The CM140 features standard conveyor height and speed matching. Our engineering team can provide integration drawings and I/O interface documentation for line control integration. We also offer turnkey line solutions combining filling, capping, and labeling.
Q: Is a preventive maintenance program available? A: Yes. We provide recommended daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedules. Spare parts kits are available with commonly replaced items (silicone capping wheels, bowl tracks, belt segments). We can also establish a customized PM program based on your production volume.
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