Automatic Single Head Tube Filling Machine
Elevate your production standards with the Harsiddh Automatic Single Head Tube Filling Machine. Engineered for precision, efficiency, and versatility, the HTF-40A is an industry-leading solution for filling and sealing Aluminium, Plastic, and Lami tubes. Whether you are processing creams, ointments, gels, or pastes, this machine delivers a seamless “fill-to-finish” operation tailored for the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries.
The HTF-40A stands out with its 8-station rotary indexing system, ensuring that every stage of the process—from tube cleaning to automatic ejection—is handled with surgical accuracy.
High-Precision 8-Station Workflow
- Tube Feeding: Tubes are loaded into the rotary holders (Manual or Auto-Cassette options).
- Tube Orientation: Features an advanced eye-mark sensor and stepper motor for perfect alignment of the tube artwork.
- Vacuum Cleaning: Integrated diving nozzles remove dust and impurities from inside the tube before filling.
- No Tube – No Fill: A smart sensor ensures the dosing pump only activates when a tube is present, preventing product waste.
- Precision Filling: A volumetric dosing system with a pneumatic tail-cut off ensures drip-free application and exact weight accuracy.
- Sealing & Crimping:
- For Lami/Plastic: Uses advanced Hot Air Sealing (Leister Switzerland tools).
- For Aluminium: Employs a robust mechanical folding and crimping unit.
- Batch Coding: Embossing of batch numbers, MFG, and expiry dates on the sealed end of the tube.
- Automatic Ejection: Finished products are automatically discharged for final inspection and packaging.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Production Speed | Up to 40 Tubes / Minute |
| Number of Heads | Single Head |
| Number of Stations | 8-Station Rotary Indexing |
| Fill Volume Range | 5ml to 250ml (with appropriate syringes) |
| Tube Diameter Range | 12mm to 50mm |
| Tube Length Range | 50mm to 200mm |
| Filling Accuracy | ± 1% |
| Main Motor | 1.0 H.P. |
| Air Heater (Optional) | 3.0 KW (for Lami/Plastic tubes) |
| Electricals | 440V, 3 Phase, 50Hz |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 1200mm x 950mm x 1850mm approx. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the production capacity of the Single Head model?
The Single Head configuration is optimized for small to medium-scale production, pilot plants, and R&D facilities. It typically achieves a consistent output of 30 to 50 tubes per minute (approximately 1,800 to 3,000 per hour). It offers the same precision and automation as larger multi-head models but with a more compact and cost-effective footprint.
How does the machine ensure the tube graphics are perfectly aligned before sealing?
To ensure a professional finish, the machine is equipped with an Automatic Photo-Electronic I-Mark Registration System. A sensor detects the "Eye-Mark" on the tube tail and rotates the tube holder to the exact degree required. This ensures that the seal or fold is perfectly perpendicular to the front-facing branding and text on the tube body.
How does the machine achieve accurate, bubble-free filling for thick creams?
To maintain pharmaceutical and cosmetic quality, the machine utilizes:
Bottom-Up Filling: The filling nozzle descends into the tube and retracts as the product is dispensed, preventing air entrapment or "tunneling."
Positive Shut-off Nozzle: A specialized blow-back or "cut-off" nozzle prevents product dripping onto the sealing area, ensuring a clean and strong seal.
Volumetric Dosing: A high-precision SS 316L piston pump provides a filling accuracy of ±1%.
What are the key cGMP and finishing features of this machine?
As a cGMP-compliant unit, this machine is built to the highest industrial standards:
Material Integrity: All product contact parts are made of SS 316L, while the main frame is polished SS 304.
Batch Coding: The sealing/crimping jaws are designed to hold alphanumeric characters to emboss the Batch Number, Mfg. Date, and Expiry Date directly into the tube tail.
Safety Sensors: Includes a "No Tube – No Fill" interlock to prevent product wastage and a full acrylic safety cabinet with door-open sensors.
Tail Trimming: For plastic and lami tubes, an integrated trimming station removes excess plastic to provide a clean, professional "flat-top" finish.
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