Vial crimping machine ALU Series

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Overview
ALU is a rotary capping machine designed for medium–high speed sealing of pharmaceutical vials in aseptic processes. Its compact footprint, ergonomic layout, low particle generation and geometry supporting unidirectional laminar flow allow installation in classified cleanrooms, conventional sterile rooms or under isolator systems. The machine is available in two models and supports a wide range of closures, including aluminium caps (with or without flip-off) and advanced closure types.

Key features

• Very low particle generation system to minimise product contamination.
• Pneumatic circuit to maintain a constant applied vertical force.
• 100% measurement and control of vertical compression force.
• Quality-control options to inspect crimp integrity and flip-off cap colour.
• Coding unit and camera vision system for data reading and verification.
• Low-format changeover and short setup times.
• Low maintenance requirements.
• User-friendly HMI: Siemens PLC and intuitive control panel.

Sealing principle
Crimping is performed by rotating the vial against an idle roller; this method ensures precise sealing and minimises particle generation at the vial mouth.

Applications and environment
Designed for aseptic processing: suitable for installation in classified clean areas, sterile rooms or under isolator solutions. Compatible with aluminium caps and advanced cap types for pharmaceutical vials.

Technical specifications

• Machine models: ALU 400, ALU 600
• Capping heads: ALU 400 = 8; ALU 600 = 12
• Output (vials/minute): ALU 400 = 400; ALU 600 = 600
• Standard voltage: 400 V – 50 Hz
• Installed power (kW): 12
• Weight (kg): ALU 400 = 1800; ALU 600 = 1900
• Vial diameter (mm): 14–52 (85 mm for large volume configuration)
• Vial height (mm): 35–110