What Is Capping Machines

TORQ Packaging USA help businesses seal and tighten caps to containers so that they're ready for use. They come in a variety of models to work with different types of caps and bottles.

In-line cappers grip the necks of bottles passing beneath them using side gripping belts speed matched to the conveyor line. When the foot pedal is depressed, an air cylinder lowers the capper's connected chuck to apply and tighten the cap.

Bottling Lines

A bottling line is the systematic arrangement and interconnection of numerous machines that streamline the bottle-filling process to boost productivity. They can include several different types of bottling machines and other equipment, such as capping machines.

Many bottlers also use labeling machines to apply labels to bottles. These can be clear, paper or Mylar labels. They may include front and back or panel labels, logos and other custom text and graphics to distinguish the beverage. Some bottlers also employ coding machines to imprint date codes, batch numbers or other information.

After the labeling machine, the bottles travel to a capping machine to seal them. Some bottlers may also incorporate a nitrogen purge system to lower oxygen levels in the bottles, which can help mitigate microorganism growth and extend shelf life.

Bottles can also be capped with pilfer proof caps. These are often used with wine and distilled spirits to demonstrate that the bottles have not been tampered with or compromised. To ensure that the bottles are ready to be shipped, some bottlers use a tamper evident sealer, which applies an adhesive that leaves evidence of tampering. In some cases, bottlers will also employ a shrink-wrapper to further protect the bottles.

Vertical Wheel Pluggers

If your business packages liquids, capping each container securely is an essential step of the process. This task can be done manually or with a capping machine, which is much faster and more efficient.

There are various kinds of capping machines, including chuck cappers, spindle cappers, and snap cappers. Each one works in a different way to ensure the caps are applied to each container securely.

For instance, a chuck capper has a chuck that descends over each bottle and grips the cap before tightening it into place. This machine is a component of complete automated lines and requires an operator only to change the bulk caps and monitor the line.

A spindle capper does the same thing, but with a spinning wheel that applies pressure to the cap before it is positioned over a container. This machine can also be semi-automatic or automatic.

Another kind of capping machine is a vertical wheel plugger, which works a bit differently than the other types. This machine is designed for efficiency and speed, making it ideal for larger production lines. It works in synchrony with the bottles' speed as they move through the line, ensuring consistency, speed, and precision. It can also accommodate a wide range of sizes. The machine uses a delivery system such as a chute or elevator to deliver the caps that are inserted and pressed into place.

Semi-Automatic Capping Machines

If you're looking for a capper that offers more flexibility, a semi-automatic machine is the way to go. These machines use accessories to help them grip and tighten a wide range of caps on bottles. This includes threaded, snap, and screw cap accessories. The result is a high-quality cap that helps to protect the contents of your container and prevent leakage and contamination.

This type of capping machine also allows for the application of child-resistant caps and pharmaceutical caps that require a special mechanism to open. In addition, this style of capper can handle a variety of bottle shapes and sizes, including glass and plastic bottles.

This type of capper uses a single chuck to place and seal containers, and it's suitable for small production lines. It requires minimal operator intervention and has a quick-change chuck system that makes swapping out one size of cap for another a simple process. It's often used in beverage, cosmetic, chemical, and agricultural industries.