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Vial Cap Sealing Machine

Automatic multi-head rotary vial cap sealing machine with gradual-pressure aluminium closure sealing, No Vial–No Cap operation and 4, 6, 8 or 12-head configurations.

ISO 9001:2015Ahmedabad, IndiaManufacturer - Exporter
Vial Cap Sealing Machine
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Machine Overview

The Vial Cap Sealing Machine manufactured by Technogen Enterprise is a continuous-motion rotary packaging machine designed to mechanically secure compatible aluminium vial seals, flip-off caps and tear-off caps onto pharmaceutical glass vials. Its role is to form the aluminium closure around the vial neck and the fitted rubber stopper, supporting the container closure process used in injectable-product packaging.

The machine is available in 4-head, 6-head, 8-head and 12-head configurations to accommodate different production requirements. The stated rated outputs are up to 120, 180, 250 and 350 vials per minute, respectively. Actual performance depends on vial dimensions, seal size, stopper configuration and line integration.

A key operating feature is the Gradual Pressure Sealing (GPS) system. This arrangement applies controlled progressive pressure during aluminium crimping, helping achieve a uniform closure profile and reduce wrinkling where the vial, stopper and seal components are correctly matched.

The machine is specified for compatible 13 mm, 20 mm and 32 mm flip-off or tear-off aluminium seals, with vial diameters up to 45 mm. The technical specification lists a maximum vial height of 75 mm, subject to an undefined qualification mark that requires confirmation.

The No Vial–No Capping system inhibits sealing when a vial is absent from the corresponding processing position. Mechanical safety clutches protect relevant handling mechanisms from abnormal vial positioning or jamming. Adjustable sealing pressure allows the crimping process to be set for the applicable closure configuration.

The machine incorporates AISI 304 stainless steel contact components, stainless steel matt-finished construction, a vibratory cap feeding bowl, synchronized rotary motion and a variable frequency drive for speed variation. A machine-mounted bottom pendant operating panel and six-digit production counter support routine operation.

Optional equipment includes transparent safety guarding, tower lights, automatic capping-head height adjustment, pneumatic sealing head arrangements, Viton sealing rollers, raised-rubber-stopper inspection and rejection, vision inspection and automatic defective-vial rejection systems.

Advanced electronic recording functions and a 21 CFR Part 11-oriented control package can be considered where required. The actual electronic records, audit trail, access controls and validation documentation must be defined and verified according to the project specification.

Technogen Enterprise manufactures, supplies and exports pharmaceutical vial cap sealing machinery from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, providing multi-head rotary closure systems for manufacturers of injectables, vaccines, biological preparations and compatible pharmaceutical products.

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Applications

01Aluminium vial cap sealing
02Pharmaceutical flip-off cap sealing
03Vial tear-off aluminium seal application
04Rubber-stoppered vial closure crimping
05Automatic injectable vial capping
06Multi-head rotary vial sealing
07Vaccine vial aluminium seal application
08Biopharmaceutical vial cap sealing
09Vial closure processing after filling and stoppering
10Packaging of compatible diagnostic and veterinary vials
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Operating Principle

The machine performs continuous rotary aluminium vial cap sealing, using controlled progressive crimping pressure to secure the closure over the stopper and vial neck.

Vial Infeed

Previously filled and stoppered vials enter the infeed conveyor and are transferred toward the rotary sealing mechanism.

Vial Positioning

The synchronized transport arrangement positions each vial beneath the appropriate sealing station.

Closure Feeding

Aluminium flip-off or tear-off seals are oriented and supplied through the vibratory cap feeding system.

No Vial–No Capping Verification

The vial-presence arrangement prevents closure application at a processing position where the required vial is absent.

Closure Placement

The aluminium seal is presented to the vial so that it covers the rubber stopper and engages the intended vial-neck region.

Gradual Pressure Sealing

The sealing head applies progressive mechanical crimping pressure to form the aluminium skirt beneath the applicable vial finish. The pressure setting is selected for the vial, stopper and closure dimensions.

Sealing Completion and Discharge

After crimping, the sealed vial leaves the rotary station and is transported toward subsequent inspection or packaging.

Production and Safety Monitoring

The production counter records output, while the relevant mechanical safety clutches provide protection in the stated vial handling abnormal conditions. Optional inspection systems may identify raised stoppers or closure defects.

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Salient Features

Automatic continuous-motion multi-head rotary vial cap sealing machine

Four six eight and twelve-head sealing configurations

Suitable for compatible aluminium flip-off and tear-off vial seals

Gradual Pressure Sealing system for progressive aluminium closure crimping

Adjustable sealing pressure for different vial closure configurations

No Vial–No Capping arrangement AISI 304 stainless steel vial and closure-contact components

Stainless steel matt-finished machine construction

Vibratory bowl feeding arrangement for aluminium vial seals

Suitable for specified 13 mm 20 mm and 32 mm seals

Nominal production capacities up to 350 vials per minute

Mechanical safety clutch protection

Quick vial and closure changeovers using suitable change parts

Variable frequency drive for operating speed adjustment

Bottom pendant-type machine-mounted control panel

Inbuilt six-digit production counter

Optional raised-stopper inspection and vial rejection

Optional online visual inspection of cap and seal alignment

Optional automatic defect rejection systems

Optional pneumatic sealing head and Viton sealing roller configuration

Optional transparent safety cabinet and tower light

Optional 21 CFR Part 11-oriented electronic records functionality

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Technical Specifications

Final specifications may vary with container size, product characteristics, selected model and approved configuration.

ParameterTGVCS-100TGVCS-200TGVCS-250TGVCS-350
Machine Type4 Head Vial Capping Machine6 Head Vial Capping Machine8 Head Vial Capping Machine12 Head Vial Capping Machine
Number of Sealing Heads46812
Production RateUp to 120 vials/minuteUp to 180 vials/minuteUp to 250 vials/minuteUp to 350 vials/minute
DirectionLeft to RightLeft to RightLeft to RightLeft to Right
Vial DiameterUp to 45 mmUp to 45 mmUp to 45 mmUp to 45 mm
Vial Height75 mm* maximum75 mm* maximum75 mm* maximum75 mm* maximum
Flip-Off / Tear-Off Seal Sizes13 mm, 20 mm, 32 mm13 mm, 20 mm, 32 mm13 mm, 20 mm, 32 mm13 mm, 20 mm, 32 mm
Speed VariationThrough Variable Frequency Drive assisted speed controlThrough Variable Frequency Drive assisted speed controlThrough Variable Frequency Drive assisted speed controlThrough Variable Frequency Drive assisted speed control
Cap FeedingVibrator Bowl SystemVibrator Bowl SystemVibrator Bowl SystemVibrator Bowl System
Machine FinishStainless Steel Matt FinishStainless Steel Matt FinishStainless Steel Matt FinishStainless Steel Matt Finish
Control PanelBottom pendant-type machine-mounted panelBottom pendant-type machine-mounted panelBottom pendant-type machine-mounted panelBottom pendant-type machine-mounted panel
Production CounterInbuilt 6-digit counterInbuilt 6-digit counterInbuilt 6-digit counterInbuilt 6-digit counter
Electrical Supply1 HP for Main Drive1 HP for Main Drive1.5 HP for Main Drive2 HP for Main Drive
Power Requirement440 V, 3 Phase, 4 Wire, 50 Hz440 V, 3 Phase, 4 Wire, 50 Hz440 V, 3 Phase, 4 Wire, 50 Hz440 V, 3 Phase, 4 Wire, 50 Hz
Height of ConveyorAdjustable 800 to 850 mmAdjustable 800 to 850 mmAdjustable 800 to 850 mmAdjustable 800 to 850 mm
Dimensions (L × W × H) mm1524 × 768 × 15301830 × 768 × 15301830 × 768 × 16002130 × 1050 × 1900
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Add-On Features

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Toughened glass safety cabinet

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Acrylic safety cabinet

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Tower light for machine operating status

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Automatic sealing head up-and-down adjustment system

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Pneumatic sealing head arrangement

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Viton sealing roller arrangement

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Infeed raised-rubber-stopper detection and rejection system

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Swing conveyor at infeed side

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Vision inspection system for aluminium seals

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Online pneumatic defective-vial rejection system

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21 CFR Part 11-oriented electronic records and controls package

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Vacuum-assisted defective-vial rejection system

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Machine Interlocks & Safety Features

No Vial–No Capping operation inhibits sealing without a vial

Mechanical safety clutch protection against abnormal vial handling

Optional raised-rubber-stopper detection and rejection before sealing

Optional vision inspection for cap and seal defects

Optional pneumatic or vacuum-assisted rejection of defective vials

Optional enclosed safety cabinet around operating mechanisms

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Applicable Industries

01Pharmaceutical Industry
02Injectable Formulation Industry
03Biotechnology and Biopharmaceutical Industry
04Veterinary Healthcare Industry
05Diagnostic Reagent Industry
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a vial cap sealing machine?
It is a machine that mechanically crimps aluminium closures around the neck of a stoppered vial, securing compatible flip-off or tear-off seals.
What is Gradual Pressure Sealing?
Gradual Pressure Sealing applies progressive crimping pressure to the aluminium closure to support uniform seal formation and reduce wrinkles when the closure components are correctly matched.
What production capacities are available?
The four configurations are specified for up to 120, 180, 250 and 350 vials per minute.
Which vial seal sizes are supported?
The technical specification lists 13 mm, 20 mm and 32 mm aluminium flip-off or tear-off closures.
Does vial capping itself guarantee sterility or container closure integrity?
No. The sealing machine provides the mechanical crimping operation. Sterility and container closure integrity depend on the overall validated filling, stoppering, sealing and inspection process.
Can raised-stopper inspection be provided?
A raised-rubber-stopper detection and rejection system is described as an optional machine configuration.
Is 21 CFR Part 11 functionality available?
A 21 CFR Part 11-oriented electronic records and controls arrangement can be included according to the project specification. Detailed functions and validation requirements must be agreed.

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