Inside the Capsule: Why Stable Runs Start Before the First Capsule Drops
One thing I have seen over and over across different facilities is that strong production runs usually begin long before the machine ever starts turning. When a run starts smoothly, people often give credit to the machine’s speed or the product’s flow properties....
Inside the Capsule: What the Best Runs Have in Common
As the year comes to an end, I’ve had the chance to reflect on many installations, startups, and production runs I’ve been involved with this year. Different facilities, different teams, and different products, but a consistent pattern always shows up. The strongest...
Inside the Capsule: When Speed Becomes the Enemy
One thing I see in almost every plant I visit is the same question: “How fast can we run this machine?” It makes sense. Everyone wants higher output. Everyone wants more bottles per hour. But after 15 years working with every type of encapsulation machine out there, I...
5 Common Mistakes During Changeovers in the KLS-225 Capsule Filler
5 Common Mistakes During Changeovers in the KLS-225 Capsule Filler Changeovers are an essential part of the capsule filling process, as they ensure that the machine can efficiently transition between batches, reducing downtime and maintaining product quality. However,...
The Impact of Plug Size in Encapsulation: The Risks of Overfilling
Encapsulation is a cornerstone of pharmaceutical and dietary supplement manufacturing, designed to deliver active ingredients effectively and ensure consumer safety. An often-overlooked aspect of this process is the size of the plug used to seal the capsule. While it...
Ensuring Blend Uniformity for High-Speed Encapsulation Machines:
Achieving blend uniformity is a critical aspect of pharmaceutical/nutraceutical manufacturing, especially when utilizing high-speed . . .
The Critical Role of Tooling Maintenance in Ensuring Encapsulation Quality
Within the pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industry, the reliability and precision of encapsulation processes play a pivotal role in ensuring . . .
Identifying Capsule Defects: Factors to Consider For Quality & Safety
Introduction Capsules are commonly used in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries to encapsulate various types of powders . . .
Crafting the Perfect Formula for High-Speed Encapsulation Machines
In the world of manufacturing, precision is the name of the game. Nowhere is this truer than in the operation of high-speed encapsulation machines.
Maintenance for Encapsulation Machines: Ensuring Longevity and Peak Performance
Introduction In the realm of manufacturing, the significance of maintaining equipment cannot be overstated. The heart . . .