Automatic medicine packaging and dispensing system DEN+

Overview
Flexible and compact solution for MDS (Monitored Dosage System) preparation with modular capacity up to 84 canisters. Ergonomic desktop unit designed for agility and full control in medication dispensing and blister pouch packaging.

Key features

• Efficient automation: Configure the unit with up to 84 canisters to automate high-turnover medication dispensing.
• High performance: Packaging speed up to 60 pouches per minute.
• Guaranteed traceability: Automatic identification of each medicine’s location to prevent restocking errors.
• ACRS System (Automatic Canister Recognition System): Autonomous identification of each canister and its location for absolute traceability, refill identification and automated stock control.
• Autocanisters (optional): Automatically dispense high-turnover medicines without assigned canisters to cover stock shortages.
• STS trays: Software-linked multi-patient trays for manual handling of split or low-turnover tablets with visual guidance and traceability recording.
• Barcode validation: Each canister has a unique barcode to validate reloads and link to the database for full usage history auditing.
• Advanced pouch customization: Personalised pouches with clear patient information; ergonomic removable cartridge system for quick ink/consumable replacement.
• Quick replacement of consumables: Removable cartridge design allows instant changes without tools to ensure uninterrupted packaging.
• Class A certified paper: Primary blister packaging material with highest sealing certification to guarantee medicine stability and protection.
• DIY Canister Kit (optional): Enables users to adjust canisters independently following provided instructions.
• Easy to clean: Validated cleaning SOPs to prevent cross-contamination and enable removal of residues within the workflow.

Models

• DEN MODEL: No. of patients: 0-50; No. of canisters: 0.
• DEN36 MODEL: No. of patients: 50-200; No. of canisters: 36.
• DEN84 MODEL: No. of patients: 50-200; No. of canisters: 84.

Components

• Canister: The container that stores medicines to supply the doses.
• Cartridge: The component in which the canister is placed.
• STS Tray: The tray where medicines are placed manually (multi-patient trays for split/low-turnover tablets).
• Lower door: Direct access to the pouch sealer.
• Pouch outlet: Exit point for medication packaged in pouches.

The system in action
Demonstration material is available showing DEN+ operation, illustrating planning & management, combined dispensing (automatic and manual), packaging and labelling, and the full production flow that records a historic audit trail.

Technical specifications

• Maximum canister capacity: up to 84 canisters (modular configuration).
• Packaging speed: up to 60 pouches per minute.
• Model configurations: DEN (0 canisters), DEN36 (36 canisters), DEN84 (84 canisters).
• Intelligent canister management: ACRS for automatic canister recognition and location tracking.
• Traceability: Barcode validation for each canister linked to the system database for auditability.
• Autocanisters: Optional system to manage high-turnover medications without assigned canisters.
• STS trays: Software-guided manual loading for split or low-turnover tablets with full traceability.
• Consumable handling: Removable cartridges for fast, tool-free ink and consumable replacement.
• Pouch material: Class A certified paper for primary blister packaging with highest sealing certification.
• Maintenance & hygiene: Easy-to-clean design with validated SOPs to avoid cross-contamination.
• Optional accessories: DIY Canister Kit for autonomous canister adjustments.