APPS R-1K Capsule Counter

Product Overview

The APPS R-1K Capsule Counter is a highly versatile and precise automatic capsule counting machine designed to streamline packaging operations for pharmaceutical and supplement manufacturers. Featuring an advanced single-lane laser counting system, the R-1K is capable of accurately counting all types of solid dosage forms—including tablets, capsules, and gelcaps—regardless of their shape or size. This flexibility makes it an indispensable tool for facilities handling diverse product lines.

Engineered for adaptability, the R-1K serves multiple roles on the production floor. It functions seamlessly as a bottle filler, pouch filler, or check counter, making it a true all-in-one pharmaceutical capsule counting equipment solution. Whether you need a standalone supplement capsule counter for small batches or a unit that integrates into a larger conveyor system for fully automated runs, the R-1K delivers consistent accuracy. Its design includes a secondary feeder and a 600-cubic-inch bulk hopper, ensuring steady product flow and minimizing the need for constant manual refilling.

Specifications

• Model: APPS R-1K
• Counting System: Single-Lane Laser Counting
• Hopper Capacity: 600 cubic inches
• Operation Modes: Manual (Bottle/Pouch) or Automatic (Conveyor)
• Air Requirements: 40 PSI @ 1 CFM
• Power Specifications: 120 Volts, 60Hz, 15 Amps
• Construction: Stainless Steel (GMP Compliant)
• Changeover: Tool-less removal of contact parts in under 4 minutes

Features

• Advanced Laser Precision: The single-lane laser counting system ensures exact counts for every container, eliminating costly overfills or underfills.
• High Versatility: Easily configurable as a bottle filler, pouch filler, or check counter to suit changing production needs.
• User-Friendly Interface: Equipped with a color touch screen that allows for easy setup, recipe storage, and status monitoring.
• Rapid Changeover: Contact parts can be removed and replaced in under 4 minutes without tools, maximizing uptime during product switches.
• Smart Design: Features extra-large tablet chutes to prevent jams and a “no-hiding-spot” design that simplifies cleaning and prevents cross-contamination.
• Integration Ready: Can be used as a tabletop unit or integrated with a conveyor and bottle indexing system for a fully automated tablet and capsule counting machine.

Benefits

• Enhanced Efficiency: Automating the counting process significantly reduces cycle times compared to manual methods, allowing for higher daily throughput.
• Reduced Labor Costs: By minimizing the need for manual counting and intervention, the R-1K allows staff to focus on other critical production tasks.
• Superior Accuracy: The laser technology ensures that every bottle or pouch receives the exact dosage count, protecting your brand’s reputation and ensuring compliance.
• Scalability: Its ability to function manually or automatically means the machine grows with your production demands, from pilot batches to full-scale manufacturing.

Ensure every bottle leaves your facility with the perfect count. Contact us today to learn more about the APPS R-1K Capsule Counter and how it can enhance your production process.

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