The Keypack Intelligent Semi-automatic Particle Counting Machine is a flexible cost-effective counting and bottle filling solution engineered for small-batch production, laboratory applications, and startup operations requiring manual bottle handling with automated counting accuracy. This semi-automatic photoelectric counting equipment delivers reliable particle counting with anti-high-dust sensing technology, vibration feeding, and touchscreen control while operators manually place empty bottles and remove filled bottles, providing economical automation for pharmaceutical manufacturers, nutraceutical startups, and food supplement producers. Designed for small-scale operations requiring flexible counting solutions for tablets, capsules, soft capsules, pills, and solid particles in low to medium production volumes demanding precise fill counts, easy product changeover, and minimal capital investment.
Product Overview
The Keypack Intelligent Semi-automatic Particle Counting Machine operates through a simplified workflow where operators manually place empty bottles at the filling position, the vibration feeding system transports products through corrugated feeding plates into the counting chamber, photoelectric counting sensors detect and count individual particles to the preset quantity, and operators manually remove filled bottles and place new empty bottles to start the next counting cycle. This semi-automatic operation provides flexible production capability for small-batch pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory R&D applications, contract packaging of small orders, and startup nutraceutical brands requiring lower capital investment than fully automatic multi-channel counting systems.
The vibration feeding system with unique flap dispensing mechanism ensures even and stable material discharge without damaging fragile products including soft gelatin capsules, enteric-coated tablets, and delicate pills, while the anti-high-dust photoelectric sensing technology maintains reliable counting accuracy in dusty environments commonly encountered when handling tablets and capsules. The special-structure filling nozzle with anti-clogging design allows fast bottling even for bottles with small openings, accommodating various pharmaceutical bottle types, supplement containers, and specialty packaging formats without nozzle jamming or product backup.
The intelligent control system with touchscreen interface provides intuitive operation and easy parameter adjustment for different products and count quantities, while the no-bottle-no-count protection prevents product waste when bottles are not properly positioned. The tool-free dismantling design enables quick cleaning and convenient product changeover, supporting multi-product operations in pharmaceutical facilities producing various tablet strengths, nutraceutical companies packaging different supplement formulations, and contract packagers serving multiple clients with frequent product changes requiring efficient cleaning between production runs.
Technical Specifications
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Operation Mode: Semi-automatic (manual bottle placement and removal, automatic counting)
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Product Compatibility: Tablets (standard and shaped), capsules, soft capsules, pills, solid particles
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Counting Technology: Photoelectric sensors with anti-high-dust sensing technology
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Feeding System: Vibration feeding with corrugated feeding plates and flap dispensing mechanism
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Filling Nozzle: Special-structure anti-clogging design for small-opening bottles
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Control System: Touchscreen control panel with parameter adjustment
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Detection Functions: No-bottle-no-count protection, fault self-diagnosis, alarm control
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Maintenance Design: Tool-free dismantling for easy cleaning and product changeover
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Material Construction: Pharmaceutical-grade materials (GMP-compliant options available)
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Power Supply: Standard electrical supply (specific voltage to be confirmed)
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Footprint: Compact design suitable for small production areas and laboratory spaces
Key Features and Machine Characteristics
Semi-automatic Operation for Flexible Small-Batch Production
The semi-automatic operation mode with manual bottle placement and removal combined with automated counting provides flexible production capability ideal for small-batch pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory R&D applications, contract packaging of small orders, and startup nutraceutical brands. Operators manually place empty bottles at the filling position and remove filled bottles after counting completion, enabling production flexibility for varying bottle sizes, different count quantities, and frequent product changes without complex automated bottle handling systems. This manual bottle handling reduces capital investment by 60-80% compared to fully automatic multi-channel counting systems while maintaining reliable counting accuracy, making precision automated counting accessible for small pharmaceutical manufacturers, startup supplement brands, and laboratory operations with limited budgets.
Anti-High-Dust Photoelectric Sensing Technology
The advanced photoelectric counting sensors equipped with proprietary anti-high-dust sensing technology enable stable and reliable operation even in dusty environments commonly encountered when handling tablets and capsules that generate particulate matter during vibration feeding. This dust-resistant capability maintains counting accuracy and prevents false counts caused by dust interference, ensuring consistent fill counts meeting pharmaceutical quality standards, nutraceutical labeling requirements, and food supplement regulatory compliance without frequent sensor cleaning. The photoelectric counting technology delivers reliable counting performance for small-batch production, laboratory applications, and startup operations requiring accurate fill counts with minimal maintenance intervention.
Vibration Feeding with Flap Dispensing Mechanism
The vibration feeding system with unique flap dispensing mechanism ensures even and stable material discharge without damaging fragile products including soft gelatin capsules, enteric-coated tablets, and delicate pills during feeding and counting operations. The controlled vibration patterns gently transport products through corrugated feeding plates into the counting chamber, while the flap dispensing structure prevents product jamming and maintains consistent material flow. This gentle handling is particularly valuable for small-batch production of specialty pharmaceutical products, premium nutraceutical formulations, and delicate supplement capsules requiring careful handling to maintain product integrity and quality in laboratory and small-scale manufacturing environments.
Special-Structure Filling Nozzle for Versatile Bottle Compatibility
The special-structure filling nozzle with anti-clogging design allows fast bottling even for bottles with small openings commonly used for pharmaceutical tablets, nutraceutical capsules, and specialty supplement products. This versatile nozzle design accommodates various bottle neck diameters and opening sizes, enabling flexible packaging options for different product presentations including narrow-neck pharmaceutical bottles, standard supplement bottles, and specialty packaging formats. The anti-clogging feature prevents product jamming and maintains consistent production flow when counting and filling products with irregular shapes or varying sizes, supporting efficient small-batch production and laboratory applications requiring frequent bottle format changes.
Intelligent Control with Touchscreen Interface
The intelligent control system with touchscreen control panel provides intuitive operation and easy parameter adjustment for different products and count quantities, enabling operators to quickly set counting parameters, adjust vibration intensity, and monitor production without specialized technical training. The no-bottle-no-count protection prevents product waste when bottles are not properly positioned at the filling station, while the fault self-diagnosis and alarm control functions identify operational issues and display troubleshooting guidance. This user-friendly control system reduces operator training time, minimizes setup errors, and supports efficient small-batch production in pharmaceutical laboratories, nutraceutical startups, and contract packaging operations with frequent product changes.
Tool-Free Dismantling for Easy Product Changeover
The tool-free dismantling design enables quick cleaning and convenient product changeover without tools or complex procedures, supporting efficient multi-product operations in pharmaceutical facilities producing various tablet strengths, nutraceutical companies packaging different supplement formulations, and contract packagers serving multiple clients. The easy-access design for counting chambers, feeding plates, and filling nozzles allows thorough cleaning between production runs, preventing cross-contamination and supporting GMP compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing, nutraceutical production, and food supplement operations. This maintenance-friendly design reduces changeover time from hours to minutes, maximizing equipment utilization in small-batch production environments with frequent product changes.
Cost-Effective Entry-Level Automation Solution
The semi-automatic configuration provides an economical entry point for automated counting at significantly lower capital investment compared to fully automatic multi-channel counting systems, making precision counting accessible for startup pharmaceutical manufacturers, small nutraceutical brands, laboratory operations, and contract packagers with limited budgets. Despite the lower initial cost, the system delivers reliable counting accuracy suitable for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food supplement applications while providing production flexibility for small batches, frequent product changes, and varying bottle sizes. This cost-effective solution enables small-scale operations to achieve automated counting accuracy and production efficiency without the capital investment required for fully automatic counting lines.
Application Areas
Small-Batch Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Clinical Trial Production
Small pharmaceutical manufacturers and clinical trial production facilities utilize this semi-automatic particle counting machine for small-batch tablet counting and bottling of specialty medications, orphan drugs, and clinical trial formulations in various count quantities, capsule counting for investigational new drugs and limited-production pharmaceuticals, and pill counting for traditional medicine products and specialty formulations. The semi-automatic operation provides production flexibility for small batches ranging from 10 bottles to 500 bottles per production run, while the easy product changeover supports frequent formulation changes in clinical trial production and specialty pharmaceutical manufacturing. The reliable counting accuracy meets pharmaceutical quality standards for small-batch production serving clinical trials, specialty pharmacies, and niche pharmaceutical markets.
Laboratory and R&D Applications for Product Development
Pharmaceutical laboratories and R&D facilities employ this counting equipment for product development counting and bottling of experimental formulations, stability study sample preparation, and method validation applications requiring precise counting with flexible batch sizes. The semi-automatic operation enables laboratory technicians to process small quantities of tablets, capsules, and pills for stability testing, formulation optimization, and analytical method development without investing in fully automatic production equipment. The compact footprint fits laboratory spaces and R&D facilities with limited floor area, while the easy cleaning design supports frequent product changes between different experimental formulations and research projects.
Startup Nutraceutical Brands and Small Supplement Producers
Startup nutraceutical brands and small supplement producers deploy this semi-automatic counting and bottling machine for dietary supplement counting including multivitamin tablets, mineral capsules, and herbal supplement products in small production volumes, enabling new supplement brands to achieve automated counting accuracy without large capital investment. The flexible operation supports small-batch production for product launches, seasonal formulations, and limited-edition supplements, while the cost-effective automation enables startup brands to compete with larger manufacturers on product quality and fill count accuracy. The semi-automatic system provides scalable automation allowing growing supplement brands to start with manual bottle handling and upgrade to fully automatic systems as production volumes increase.
Contract Packaging for Small Orders and Specialty Products
Contract packaging facilities utilize this versatile counting machine for small-order pharmaceutical counting and bottling services, specialty supplement contract packaging, and private-label product counting for clients with low to medium production volumes. The semi-automatic operation provides cost-effective counting services for small orders that don't justify fully automatic production line setup, while the easy product changeover enables efficient processing of multiple client products with frequent changes. The flexible counting capability accommodates varying bottle sizes, different count quantities, and diverse product types, maximizing equipment utilization in contract packaging operations serving pharmaceutical manufacturers, nutraceutical brands, and specialty supplement companies with small-batch requirements.
Specialty Pharmaceutical Products and Compounding Pharmacies
Compounding pharmacies and specialty pharmaceutical producers employ this counting equipment for customized medication counting including patient-specific formulations, compounded prescriptions, and specialty pharmaceutical products in small quantities. The semi-automatic operation enables pharmacists and compounding technicians to accurately count and bottle customized medications, while the reliable counting accuracy ensures precise dosing for patient-specific prescriptions and specialty formulations. The compact design fits compounding pharmacy spaces and specialty pharmaceutical facilities, while the easy cleaning design supports frequent product changes between different patient formulations and compounded medications serving specialty pharmacy, veterinary compounding, and personalized medicine applications.
