Ultra 8 II Capsule Filling Machine | Nutra| Lonza

Process up to 33,000 capsules per hour and bring your next product to market faster

100+ years of developing innovative capsule filling machines without compromising on speed

Experienced technical support team providing installation, on-site training and preventative services to keep your Ultra 8 II™ operating at optimal efficiency

Discover our high throughput model for semi-automatic capsule filling

Simplifying filling, the Ultra 8 II™ semi-automatic capsule filling machine improves efficiencies throughout the encapsulation process and delivers a range of operational benefits.

With a self-contained, horizontal closing system, the Ultra 8 II™ eliminates the need for compressed air, while its ‘pinned’ change parts allow for quick and accurate set up.

The Ultra 8 II™ features variable speed motors for rectification, an auger and a rotary table. It also includes a:

¾” solid stainless-steel tabletop
Internal vacuum pump
Large-volume capsule hopper
Automatic ring spinner

Product features

Floorspace: 144.8 cm x 76.2 cm (1.1 m²)
Size: 144.8 cm x 76.2 cm x 180 cm high
Weight: 680kg (1499 lbs)
33,000 capsule production capacity per hour

Ensure quality, consistency and safety

The Ultra 8 II™ features technology and components that ensure cleanliness and protect your nutraceutical products’ integrity.

The Ultra 8 II™ includes a range of safety measures to protect operators and mechanics during the encapsulation process, such as access panels, safety interlocks on the rectifier and zero pinch points in its closing station.

Product features

Digital readouts for repeatability
Improved cleanability

Increase equipment productivity

Achieve reliable performance and maximize productivity with our unsurpassed equipment services and ongoing technical support.

Offering hands-on support for operators and managers, our technical services team can help you optimize production processes and help prevent issues before they arise. Our team will also help you identify areas of improvement and develop machine-specific action plans.

Product features

Installation, on-site training and preventative services
Machine-specific action plans

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