Supra II
High Performance Softgel Encapsulation Machine
Utilizing advanced materials such as chromium tool steel, ceramics and aerospace alloys, our SUPRA line of encapsulation machines delivers up to 99.9% average yields through precision design, engineering, experience and technology transfer. Improved machine designs incorporate advanced features such as operator interface screens and PLC controls guaranteeing the fastest speeds and highest yields.
Our Supra product line is capable of running production 24 hours per day, 7 days per week with total run time of 50,000 hours between major overhauls. Our machine capabilities extend to all softgel segments including pharmaceutical, OTC, nutraceutical, cosmetics, industrial and recreational products.
- All bearing design - tapered roller bearings
- Finest hard tool steel construction
- 0.0005" TIR - Die Shafts
- ± 0.002" TIR - Casting Drums
- 50,000 hours between machine overhauls
- Variable Speed - from 4 - 6 rpm
- Precise cam-driven medicine pump system for ± 1% capsule fill volume accuracy
- Pneumatic die compression system for accurate, uniform, controlled die pressure
- Built-in automatic ribbon lubrication system for precise, separate inside/outside ribbon lubrication, no capsule washing required
- Precision spreader boxes that are gelatin level controlled with electronic sensors and slow acting bladder valves. Thin ribbon technology, uniform ribbon thickness and controlled gelatin usage.
- Pneumatic wedge system for accurate gradual placement onto dies
- Flexible, product changeover in less than 1 hour
- 304 stainless steel sheet metal with #4 finish
- Optional PLC, operator interface control panel validates batch records
- PID controllers for precise temperature settings of injection wedge, spreader boxes and cooling coil to ± 1° C.
Die Rolls
- Supra I - 6.0" long (152 mm)
- Supra II - 6.5" long (165 mm)
- Supra 7.6 - 7.6" long (193 mm)
Overall Machine Dimensions
- 3’ (L) x 3’ (W) x 6’ (H)
- 690 cm x 690 cm x 1850 cm
Machine Speed
- Variable 2-6 rpm
- Output up to 75,000 capsules per hour
Machine Weight - 2200 lb (1000 kg)
PID Controls for
- Wedge
- Spreader boxes
- Casting drums
- Gelatin cleanline pump
Power Requirements
- 208 / 220 / 460 V, 3 Phase, 60 Hz, or 380 V, 3 phase, 50 Hz
- Chilled water
- Compressed air
