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Pneumatic ground-level empty capsule vacuum feeder with level sensor automated hopper replenishment.
Conveyance rate: up to 250,000 empty capsules/hour
The VCF-25 Capsule Loader eliminates manual overhead loading of empty capsules into filling machines. Using gentle low-velocity vacuum conveyance, the VCF-25 transfers up to 250,000 empty capsules per hour from floor-level bulk containers into machine hoppers, maintaining cleanroom ergonomic safety.
| Conveyance Distance | Up to 8 mSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
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| Capsule sizes | 00 to 5Source: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Fill weight variation | ±1.5% RSD (free-flowing powder)Source: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Size changeover | 45-60 minSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Metallurgy | AISI 316L Stainless SteelSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
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| Contact surface finish | ≤ 0.8, mechanically polished µm RaSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Non-contact structure | AISI 304, bead-blasted satin finishSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Elastomers | Silicone / EPDM to FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 and USP Class VISource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Air Supply | 6 bar, 200 L/minSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
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| Vacuum | 40 m³/h at -0.08 MPaSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Supply voltage | 415 V ±10%, 3-phase + N + PE, 50 Hz (60 Hz option)Source: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Control system | Electromechanical controls with VFD speed controlSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Overall dimensions (L × W × H) | 1,300 × 1,050 × 2,100 mmSee GA drawing for service clearancesSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
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| Net weight (approx.) | 1,600 kgSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Service clearance | 1,000 mm on operator and maintenance sidesSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
| Noise level | < 78 dB(A) at 1 mSource: SAMPLE datasheet — replace with approved datasheet |
* Specifications may vary by model. Contact us for exact configuration.
Third-party certification of the quality management system under which every machine in the range is designed, built and tested. It certifies the process, not the performance of an individual machine.
Evidence: ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Certificate (PDF · 2 KB)Manufacturer self-declaration that the machine meets the essential health and safety requirements of the Machinery Directive, supported by a technical file and risk assessment to EN ISO 12100.
Evidence: EC Declaration of Conformity Template (Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC) (PDF · 2 KB)World Health Organization guidance on good manufacturing practice, widely used as the reference for export markets and WHO prequalification.
All configurations
Confirms that the VCF-25 design, as specified, meets the user requirement specification before manufacture begins.
GMP configurations
Documents that the machine is installed to drawing, connected to the specified utilities and calibrated.
GMP configurations
Challenges the machine across its operating ranges, alarms and interlocks to show it performs as specified.
Customer-executed; product-specific acceptance criteria
Executed by the customer with our support: three consecutive commercial-scale batches with fill weight and capsule integrity within specification.
All configurations; customer witnessing optional
Witnessed at our works before dispatch, so defects are corrected where the parts, tools and engineers are.
All configurations
Repeats the critical FAT checks at the customer site after installation and utility connection.
| Model | StandardVCF-25 Standard | VCF-25 Plus |
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| Output | Conveyance rate: up to 250,000 empty capsules/hour | Conveyance rate: up to 250,000 empty capsules/hour; net output approx. 5% lower with 100% checkweighing active |
| GMP mode | GMP | GMP |
| Automation level | Electromechanical controls with VFD speed control | Electromechanical controls with VFD speed control; PLC upgrade available |
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| Part | Part no. | Type | Recommended stock | Replacement interval | Lead time |
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| Tamping pin set | GP-CF-TPIN-VCF25-01 | Tooling | 1 set per capsule size | 12-18 months | 4-6 weeks |
| Dosing disc | GP-CF-DDSC-VCF25-02 | Change part | 1 per capsule size | 24 months | 6 weeks |
| Segment bush kit | GP-CF-SEGB-VCF25-03 | Wear part | 2 kits | 6-9 months | 3 weeks |
| Vacuum pump vane kit | GP-CF-VVAN-VCF25-04 | Service kit | 1 kit | 8,000 h | 2 weeks |
| Cleaning brush set | GP-CF-BRSH-VCF25-05 | Consumable | 4 sets | 3 months | 1 week |
| Capsule presence sensor | GP-CF-SENS-VCF25-06 | Electrical | 2 nos | On failure | 2 weeks |
| Main drive belt | GP-CF-BELT-VCF25-07 | Wear part | 1 no | 12 months | 1 week |
Models, typical specification, utilities and materials of construction for the capsule filling range. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
Front elevation and plan view with overall dimensions, service clearances and the utility connection schedule. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
Safety, installation, operation, cleaning, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting for the capsule filling range. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
Protocol structure, prerequisites, test case tables and acceptance criteria for installation and operational qualification. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
Document review, mechanical, electrical, functional and performance checks witnessed at our works before dispatch. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
Installation verification, utility connection, re-test of critical FAT items and production trial at the customer site. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
Template declaration issued per machine serial number for CE-marked supply, listing directives and harmonised standards applied. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
Overview of the full range: capsule filling, tablet compression, blister packing, granulation, coating, washing, liquid filling and utilities. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
Checklist for DQ, IQ, OQ and PQ of solid oral dosage equipment, including surface finish, calibration and cleaning checks. Sample content for staging; replace with the approved controlled document before go-live.
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