The newly launched machine is particularly designed to improve the pharmaceutical capsule filling accuracy, overall production efficiency, and ease of operation.

WENZHOU, China - Finetech is a Chinese-based supplier and manufacturer, specializing in pharmaceutical packaging and processing machinery. With custom engineering and efficient production lines, Finetech is the one-stop solution for many pharma businesses.

Over the past 30 years, the company has grown immensely, completing over 1,000 projects and exporting to more than 60 countries. Recently, they have introduced the semi-automatic capsule filling machine that combines both manual operation and automated mechanical features.

Tony Tao, the CEO of Finetech Pharmaceutical, says,

“The new Semi-Auto Capsule Filling Machine is designed to support small and medium-scale production needs while maintaining consistent accuracy and product quality. It delivers stable production output ranging from 25,000 to 40,000 capsules per hour, depending on model configuration and operator efficiency. Our goal is to help manufacturers achieve reliable capsule filling performance with reduced operational complexity and improved output control.”

The machine fills powder and granules into empty capsules having a size that ranges from 000# to 5#. Each model has a variety of filling heads that are compatible with different raw materials.

Filling accuracy is ±3%, meaning the capsule is filled within 3% of the target, either slightly over or slightly under. What truly makes this machine stand out is its cylindrical pin design, which significantly reduces mold replacement and adjustment time from 30 minutes to just 5 to 8 minutes.

Finetech’s semi-auto capsule filling machine’s working is pretty straightforward. The process starts with loading empty, hard gelatin or HPMC capsules into the capsule feeding tray.

Using the machine's orientation system, the capsules are aligned uniformly before entering the separation station. There's a vacuum-assisted mechanism that separates the upper and lower bodies of the capsule. It's quite critical in maintaining a stable capsule position and preventing damage.

Next up, the lower capsule bodies move into the machine's filling station, where dosing starts. Depending on the type of drug or active pharmaceutical ingredient, the machine uses a precision auger and powder-feeding system to place an exact dose into each capsule. Finetech’s semi-auto capsule filling machine is made to deliver precision, reducing powder wastage and maintaining consistent formulation density and capsule size.

Since it's semi-automatic, workers can closely monitor the process and make adjustments in real-time when handling different formulations. Once the capsules are filled, they move to the capsule-closing station, where the upper and lower sections are quickly rejoined by a locking mechanism.

It comes in multiple configurations, including button, touchscreen, and double-head, to support different production preferences. The button version is for facilities that require straightforward operation and production.

On the other hand, the touchscreen capability offers a modern control interface that enables operators to manage operational settings with ease. Nonetheless, for manufacturers requiring higher production capacity, the double-head configuration supports high output efficiency.

The equipment simplifies cleaning and maintenance, ensuring it doesn't degrade quickly. Finetech's semi-auto capsule filling machines are cGMP-compliant and CE and ISO certified, providing an incredible return on investment. All clients or businesses who get the machine can easily pass international regulatory audits, avoiding heavy fines and penalties.

In addition, the machine is expected to support a wide range of applications within the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors. From herbal supplements production to chemical, research-based capsules, it can do all.

Moreover, many people can use it for clinical trial production or pilot-scale pharmaceutical operations. It reduces labor intensity compared to a fully manual semi-auto capsule filling machine; however, workers can still tweak all processes when needed.

Finetech Pharmaceutical Equipment stated that the semi-auto capsule filling machine is now available for pharmaceutical manufacturers and production facilities.

Pharma businesses can get the model that matches their current demand or get custom changes to accommodate scaling production requirements. The company is also committed to providing technical support and swift consultation services to help clients make the most out of this new product.

Finetech's support team is available to readily assist clients in understanding machine settings, dosing parameters, and management of capsule size for consistent output quality. But that's not all; the company offers smart packaging solutions with modular add-ons for QR code traceability and AI vision inspection to automate quality control.