The technological range comprises the tried-and-tested machines of the i-series and P-series through to the high-performance tablet presses in the FE series and the capsule filling machines in the FEC series . Initial users are also working successfully with OSDi digital tools and exploring continuous manufacturing using the direct pressing method . But know-how also includes experience in the stable processing of natural substances whose material properties can be subject to strong fluctuations . The machine experts at Fette Compacting are also masters in hygiene concepts which reduce the risk of cross-contamination , for example . This is supplemented by individual consulting services concerning tablet design and capsule size through to special shapes , complex curves , and engravings .
LOFTHOUSE : STRADDLING CONFECTIONERY AND MEDICATION Lofthouse is an example of complex production requirements . The British family-owned company complies with a variety of tastes and markets with its Fisherman ’ s Friend brand . But the manufacture of these menthol pastilles is governed by state-of-the-art quality standards which exceed the requirements of the confectionery industry . In some countries , the pastilles are regarded as “ health-related products ” on account of their menthol content – and even as medication in the USA .
Lofthouse was on the lookout for new technologies for this production environment and the company found an efficient solution in the FE series offered by Fette Compacting . The fact that the machine can be smoothly integrated in production and swiftly converted for various flavors was decisive for Lofthouse . The FE55 is particularly suitable in this regard as this highperformance rotary-table press can be used to produce more than 90 percent of all products without requiring additional investments or complex conversions .
Cleaning is also easier with the FE55 as it is in a dry state or – in the case of
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The FEC40 capsule-filling machine at Standard Process runs under full load – with 140 cycles per minute .
stubborn substances such as licorice and this level of performance , the engineers salmiak – wet . In both cases , the machine developed a double capsule-filling interior and individual components process . The FEC40 at Standard Process are easily accessible and manageable . features twelve stations and 24 capsules Accordingly , the tablet press can be per station . Even during the test phase , swiftly fitted for the next flavor . it was possible to transfer more than 40 percent of overall capsule production to STANDARD PROCESS : HIGH OUTPUT this machine . Where such output levels A goal which unites almost all are involved , it has proven practical to manufacturers of nutrition supplements process those products with the highest is that of maximizing output at a volume under full load on the FEC40 . constantly high level of product quality . Let ’ s take an example from the area of After the test phase , the capsule filler capsule production : the US nutrition commenced regular operation . But the manufacturer Standard Process largely services availed of by Standard Process supplies nutrients as they occur in nature . extend beyond the actual machine : they For this , it grows more than 80 percent also include training courses with the of the ingredients it uses on its own farm operators and maintenance technicians , and processes the raw materials under telephone support , and online permanent quality control . In an effort to troubleshooting via a direct offsite-login comply with the growth in NEM demand , to the machine . These are significant Standard Process was on the lookout for factors for success , particularly during the an efficient technology for its capsulefilling segment . coronavirus crisis .
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During a field test , the FEC40 capsulefilling machine offered by Fette www . fette-compacting . com / nutrition
Compacting lived up to its performance promise : with an output of up to 400,000 capsules per hour and 140 cycles per minute , it sets new standards in efficiency . High output reduces production costs per 1,000 capsules by up to 30 percent . In order to achieve
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