STI Banding Machine

For larger scale production, our STI CB-15 can band up to 15,000* capsules per hour.

Machines provide leak-proof sealing and a tamper-evident band around HPMC, or gelatin based capsules.

*Approx capsules per hour (cph).

STI CB 15 is designed to band the joint portions of the cap and body of filled gelatin or vegetable based capsules. The result is a pharmaceutically smooth, tamper-evident, liquid-tight band which produces a seamless, joined capsule.

Operational Features

• Electrically heated and temperature controlled gelatin pan.
• The banded capsules pass over a series of fans to insure dry capsules prior to capsule discharge.
• Drum style capsule rectification means less stress on the capsules.
• Variable banding speed to control the drying time.
• Micro Drive Controllers for ease of setup.
• Air assist pull-off station for positive removal of banded capsules.
• Drum engagement clutch allows the rectifier drums to be engaged I dis-engaged while allowing the drying conveyor and banding wheels to continue running.
• Quick change from size to size.

cGMP Features

• Stainless steel frame and panels. Polycarbonate covers.
• FDA approved coated aluminum feed drums and and carrier / drying slats.