Optical inspection system PLANET EV-TC

automatedfor tabletsfor capsules

Overview
One machine for both tablets and capsules – PLANET EV-TC provides fast, automated visual inspection with comprehensive defect detection. Designed for minimal changeover, the system delivers full-coverage, high-speed vision inspection for a wide range of tablet and capsule shapes and sizes.

Advantages

• Versatile tooling: one set adapts to various product shapes with precision
• Quick setup: minimal change parts for reduced downtime
• Precision feeding: vibration screw feeder for effective de-dusting
• Stable handling: 25 pocket guides and 20 rotation guides ensure sorting stability for capsules
• Zero blind spot: multi-angle coverage using multiple 2D and 3D cameras
• Triple checking: triple-safety design for reliable separation of defective products
• User-friendly operation: simple recipe setup and easy cleaning to maximize productivity
• Adaptive performance: machine learning stores shape and orientation data to improve detection over time

Inspection Capabilities

• High-speed vision inspection system for both tablets and capsules (PLANET EV-TC)
• Comprehensive coverage with up to 10 2D cameras and 2 3D cameras
• Inside & out inspection using 14 2D & IR cameras to detect internal fill volume and external defects
• Tablet defect detection: cracks, print errors, discoloration, chipping, contamination
• Capsule defect detection: double caps, misprints, fill level issues, external/internal defects

Feeding, Sorting & Mechanical Details

• Vibration screw feeder for consistent de-dusting and feeding
• 25 pocket guides and 20 rotation guides for stable capsule orientation
• One-system design with minimal changeover and easy-to-replace parts

Safety & Reliability

• Engineered with strict operator safety measures
• Triple-safety checking and separation to ensure defective units are removed without cross-contamination

Machine Learning & Software

• Machine learning stores shape and orientation profiles to refine detection algorithms and reduce false rejects over time

Table — Throughput / Speed by Product Type and Size
Type | Size | Speed
Round Tablet (Diameter) | 4.6 ~ 5.3 mm | 425,000
Round Tablet (Diameter) | 5.3 ~ 6.1 mm | 370,000
Round Tablet (Diameter) | 6.1 ~ 7.1 mm | 320,000
Round Tablet (Diameter) | 7.1 ~ 8.2 mm | 280,000
Round Tablet (Diameter) | 8.2 ~ 9.3 mm | 240,000
Round Tablet (Diameter) | 9.3 ~ 10.7 mm | 210,000
Round Tablet (Diameter) | 10.7 ~ 12.4 mm | 180,000
Round Tablet (Diameter) | 12.4 ~ 14.0 mm | 143,000
Oval / Oblong Tablet (Length) | 10 mm | 230,000
Oval / Oblong Tablet (Length) | 12 mm | 198,000
Oval / Oblong Tablet (Length) | 14 mm | 176,000
Oval / Oblong Tablet (Length) | 16 mm | 154,000
Oval / Oblong Tablet (Length) | 18 mm | 132,000
Oval / Oblong Tablet (Length) | 20 mm | 110,000
Oval / Oblong Tablet (Length) | 22 mm | 99,000
Capsule — Hard Gelatin Capsule | Size 5 | 160,000
Capsule — Hard Gelatin Capsule | Size 4 | 150,000
Capsule — Hard Gelatin Capsule | Size 3 | 140,000
Capsule — Hard Gelatin Capsule | Size 2 | 130,000
Capsule — Hard Gelatin Capsule | Size 1 | 120,000
Capsule — Hard Gelatin Capsule | Size 0 | 110,000
Capsule — Hard Gelatin Capsule | Size 00 | 100,000

Characteristics / Technical specifications

• Product family / Model: PLANET EV-TC (Tablet & Capsule inspection)
• Primary inspection: visual high-speed vision system
• Cameras: up to 10 2D cameras + 2 3D cameras
• Additional cameras: 14 2D & IR cameras for combined internal/external inspection
• Feeding: vibration screw feeder for effective de-dusting
• Sorting guides: 25 pocket guides and 20 rotation guides for capsule stability
• Tooling: one set fits multiple shapes; minimal change parts for quick changeover
• Software: machine learning for shape and orientation data storage and detection improvement
• Safety: triple-checking / triple-safety separation design and operator protection measures
• Typical throughput / speeds: see table above (values per tablet/capsule size)