Automatic liquid filling machines for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, and chemical production lines.

Automatic 2-Head Vial Liquid Filling Capping Machine with Rotary Bottle Unscrambler for Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics & Essential Oils

Filling Machines Automatic Vial Filling, Stoppering and Capping Machine Cosmetic Cream & Lotion, and Skin Care Pharmaceutical & Ointment Products
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The 2-Head Vial Liquid Filling Machine combines independent servo-driven magnetic pumps with automatic rubber stoppering, cap placing, and aluminum-cap crimping. A rotary bottle unscrambler organizes manually loaded glass vials, while included conveying and collection equipment handles their movement through the line. The system serves manufacturers packaging compatible low-viscosity pharmaceutical liquids, cosmetic preparations, and essential oils in small-volume stoppered vials.

Integrated FunctionsBottle Feeding / Bottle Discharge / Collection Table / Automatic Filling / Stopper/Dropper/Inner Plug Inserting / Stopper/Dropper/Inner Plug Pressing / Cap Feeding / Cap Placement / CrimpingMachine Frame MaterialSUS304 Stainless Steel Frame
Filling PrincipleMagnetic PumpConveyor SystemConveyor Optional (POM Slat Chain, SUS304 Chain, PVC/PU Flat Belt)
Output Configuration2-outMotor BrandTop-Tier Chinese Servo (Inovance / Equivalent)
Machine Layout TypeRotary Filling MachineServo Drive TypeServo-driven Filling Pump Motor / Servo-driven Conveyor Belt Motor
Container TypeVial+ Stopper + Aluminum Cap/Flip-Off CapPhotoelectric BrandPanasonic
Container MaterialGlass / AluminumPneumatic Components BrandAirTAC
Filling Volume Range (ml)1ml~10mlCylinder BrandAirtac
Filling Accuracy±0.5%fill_electrical_componentsSchneider / Siemens / Omron (Optional/Customizable)
Filling Head/Heads2VoltageConfigurable to local grid (110V–480V, 50/60Hz, Single or 3-Phase)
Nozzle TypeStandard Direct Flow NozzlesTotal Power (kW)2
Drip PreventionPneumatic Anti-Drip Mechanism IncludedAir Pressure0.4–0.8 MPa
Production Speed (Bottles Per Minute)80-100Drive TypeElectro-Pneumatic Combined
Bottle / Container Diameter (mm)Φ16~Φ22Installation TypeMobile (Caster-Mounted)
Bottle / Container Height (mm)20~60Automation LevelFully Automatic
Feeding MethodSelf-primingControl SystemPLC + HMI Touch Screen Control
Bottle Handling MethodRotary TurntablePLC SystemSiemens
With Machine CoverYesHMI / Touch ScreenSiemens
Capping TypePress-on / Snap Capping / ROPP Capping (Aluminum Roll-on)Machine Dimensions(L*W*H)mm1873×1480×2033
Material Contact PartsSUS316L Stainless Steel (Pharmaceutical Grade)Machine Weight (kg)300

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Product Overview

StriversMachinery’s automatic two-head vial filler coordinates liquid dosing and closure assembly within one production arrangement. Operators supply empty glass vials to the rotary infeed table and replenish liquid, rubber stoppers, and caps. The machine then handles container feeding, filling, stopper insertion and pressing, cap placing, crimping, and finished-vial collection.

Each filling head has an independently servo-driven magnetic pump. This arrangement allows the delivered quantity from each outlet to be checked and adjusted during setup. Applications focus on compatible low-viscosity liquids rather than thick creams, gels, or particle-containing formulations.

The selected package consists of a glass vial, rubber stopper, and aluminum or flip-off cap. After filling, the stopper enters the vial opening, followed by cap placement and aluminum-skirt crimping. The closure sequence does not include screw capping, ROPP thread rolling, or dropper assembly.

Included transport and the collection turntable provide a defined route from manually supplied empty containers to finished output. Manufacturers can assess this configuration where the required vial-filling output exceeds the needs of a compact single-head arrangement.

The machine belongs within the vial filling and closure equipment range, with selection based on the actual liquid, complete package, and required operating conditions.


Machine Configuration

The standard system includes a rotary bottle unscrambler, two independently servo-driven magnetic filling pumps, automatic stopper feeding and insertion, cap feeding and placement, and an aluminum-cap crimping assembly. Connecting transport and a finished-vial collection turntable are included.

Siemens PLC and touchscreen controls coordinate the operating sequence. Panasonic photoelectric components and AirTAC pneumatic components support container and closure handling. Servo motors and other electrical components follow the agreed order specification.

The frame is SUS304 stainless steel, with specified SUS316L stainless steel product-contact metal components. Tubing, seals, and other nonmetallic contact parts require separate compatibility selection.

The machine enclosure surrounds the processing area. Operators replenish containers, liquid, stoppers, and caps while the equipment performs the automatic sequence. Filling-outlet selection is matched to the liquid and package without assigning an unverified nozzle-closing mechanism.


Key Features

  • Two independent servo-driven magnetic pumps provide separate dosing control for each filling outlet.
  • Rotary infeed organizes manually loaded glass vials for the automatic processing sequence.
  • Automatic rubber stopper feeding and pressing reduce individual closure-handling tasks.
  • Automatic cap placement prepares stoppered vials for aluminum-skirt crimping.
  • Included conveying connects container feeding, liquid dosing, and successive closure operations.
  • The finished-vial collection turntable provides an organized discharge point for operators.
  • Siemens PLC and touchscreen controls centralize routine machine operation and setup.
  • Matched handling and closure tooling supports assessment of the complete vial package.

Applications

  • Cosmetic Cream & Lotion, and Skin Care
  • Pharmaceutical & Ointment Products


Working Principle

The two-head vial liquid filler advances glass vials through a coordinated dosing and closure sequence. Liquid metering is performed by two independent servo-driven magnetic pumps, while separate mechanisms handle containers, rubber stoppers, and caps.

  1. Manual loading and rotary infeed: Operators place empty vials on the rotary bottle unscrambler. The table organizes containers for transfer into the processing sequence.
  2. Container presentation: The handling system positions vials at the filling stations so their openings align with the liquid outlets.
  3. Liquid dosing: Each servo-driven magnetic pump delivers the selected quantity through its product pathway. Pump settings are established and checked using the intended liquid and target dose.
  4. Rubber stoppering: The automatic feeding arrangement presents stoppers for insertion and pressing into the filled vial openings.
  5. Cap placing: Aluminum caps or compatible flip-off caps are supplied and positioned over the stoppered vials.
  6. Crimping: The closing assembly forms the aluminum skirt around the vial neck to retain the closure components.
  7. Finished collection: Completed containers move through the included discharge transport to the collection turntable.

The PLC coordinates the operating sequence through the touchscreen interface. Operators maintain material supplies and carry out the required production checks. Liquid preparation, package preparation, environmental controls, and finished-product release remain part of the wider manufacturing process.


Optional Upgrades & Configurations

Servo-Driven Control System
Diving Nozzles (Bottom-Up Filling)
Jacketed Hopper with Heating & Mixing
CIP System Integration
Nitrogen Purging System
Checkweigher Dynamic Feedback
Filling Channel Heating
Full Insulation
Agitation System
Capping
Air Bottle Rinsing
Crimping
Inner Plug Pressing
Cap Feeding
Bottle Unscrambling
Vacuum Defoaming
Dual/Quad Lanes

Custom Requirements

Please let us know if your project involves any of the following custom requirements:
Corrosive-Resistant Construction for Strong Acids & Alkalis
Explosion-Proof Filling Systems for Flammable & Hazardous Environments
Custom Machine Layouts & Space-Saving Footprint Constraints
Extended & Custom-Length Long-Distance Conveyor Systems
Designated electrical component brands (Siemens PLC, Festo Pneumatics, etc.)
Irregular Bottle Shapes & Custom Packaging Solutions

Suitable Products

Skincare Oils,liquid serum, essential oils,
reagent bottles, oral liquid, liquid vaccine.
E-liquid,

Warranty24 MonthsPayment Terms40% T/T Deposit, 60% Balance Before Shipment (Alibaba Trade Assurance Available)
Lead Time15–20 Working DaysPackagingStandard Export Fumigation-Free Wooden Case

After-Sales & Technical Support

🔧 Common Problems

Possible operating symptoms include irregular vial movement from the rotary infeed, uneven presentation at the filling outlets, or containers hesitating between stations. Filled quantities may differ between the two heads or vary during a run. Visible bubbles, droplets at the outlets, or wet vial rims may appear during filling. Rubber stoppers may arrive inconsistently, sit at an angle, or remain above the intended seating position. Caps may be absent, tilted, or unevenly positioned before crimping. Finished aluminum skirts may show uneven forming or loose retention. Other symptoms include abnormal operating noise, inconsistent pneumatic movement, interrupted discharge, or accumulation on the collection turntable.

🛠 Troubleshooting

Problem: Filled quantities differ between the two heads. Possible Cause: Different dosing settings, air in one pathway, or unequal supply conditions. Recommended Solution: Check samples from each outlet separately and inspect the product paths before adjusting the dosing setup.Problem: Quantity varies during production. Possible Cause: Changing liquid condition, an interrupted supply, or air entering a connection. Recommended Solution: Review the liquid supply and accessible connections before repeating the agreed quantity test.Problem: Droplets or wet rims appear after filling. Possible Cause: Outlet residue, unsuitable operating settings, or liquid discharge behavior. Recommended Solution: Inspect and clean the filling outlet before reviewing the setup with the actual liquid.Problem: Vials stop out of alignment. Possible Cause: Incorrect guide adjustment, debris, or package dimensions differing from the approved samples. Recommended Solution: Inspect the affected transfer position after safe isolation before adjusting container guides.Problem: Stoppers or caps seat unevenly. Possible Cause: Poor component presentation, mismatched packaging, or an unsuitable station adjustment. Recommended Solution: Inspect the complete vial and closure combination before reviewing insertion or cap-placement settings.Problem: The crimp is uneven or collection becomes congested. Possible Cause: Incorrect cap seating, tooling mismatch, or restricted finished-vial movement. Recommended Solution: Inspect the affected stage and clear the handling restriction under the operating procedure before component replacement.

🧼 Cleaning Method

1. Stop the machine according to the operating procedure. 2. Remove remaining vials, stoppers, and caps from the processing area. 3. Recover residual liquid using the approved product-handling method. 4. Isolate the electrical supply under the maintenance instructions. 5. Isolate the compressed-air supply according to the equipment procedure. 6. Relieve retained pressure before accessing affected components. 7. Remove accessible product-contact components according to the machine instructions. 8. Clean each pump pathway using a method permitted by the installed pump instructions. 9. Clean product tubing and connections with a compatible approved method. 10. Clean accessible filling-outlet components according to their service instructions. 11. Rinse reusable contact components where required by the cleaning procedure. 12. Clean vial guides and accessible stopper and cap handling surfaces. 13. Wipe the infeed and collection tables with suitable non-damaging materials. 14. Inspect cleaned parts for retained liquid or cleaning residues. 15. Dry reusable components using the established production procedure. 16. Reassemble removed parts according to the equipment instructions. 17. Record cleaning completion according to the facility’s requirements.

📋 Maintenance

1. Inspect both filling pathways for leakage or visible deterioration. 2. Examine accessible pump connections for loosening. 3. Check filling outlets for residue or damage. 4. Inspect rotary infeed guides for wear affecting vial presentation. 5. Examine vial-positioning parts for damage or loose attachments. 6. Check stopper feed guides and insertion tooling for buildup or wear. 7. Inspect cap guides for damage or misalignment. 8. Examine crimping tooling for residue or uneven wear. 9. Check pneumatic tubing and fittings for leakage or abrasion. 10. Inspect photoelectric sensing surfaces for contamination or displacement. 11. Check connecting transport for abnormal tracking or obstruction. 12. Examine the collection turntable for damage or unstable movement. 13. Inspect accessible frame fasteners and the securing arrangement. 14. Keep motor and drive ventilation areas clear. 15. Review electrical connections through qualified maintenance personnel. 16. Apply lubrication only where specified in the installed component instructions. 17. Verify filling and closure performance after relevant maintenance. 18. Record inspections, adjustments, and replacements in the maintenance log.

⚙️ Installation

1. Position the machine on a firm, level floor. 2. Establish access for vial loading, liquid supply, closure replenishment, and servicing. 3. Secure the mobile frame according to the installation instructions. 4. Inspect handling and closure components for transport damage. 5. Connect protective earthing through qualified electrical personnel. 6. Connect the electrical supply specified for the ordered configuration. 7. Connect compressed air within the required 0.4–0.8 MPa range. 8. Assemble the product pathways according to the equipment instructions. 9. Fit handling parts matched to the approved vial. 10. Install stopper and cap tooling matched to the complete package. 11. Align the filling outlets with the presented vial openings. 12. Check empty-vial transfer under the commissioning procedure. 13. Introduce representative liquid according to the approved handling method. 14. Adjust each filling head using the target dose. 15. Verify filled quantity separately for each outlet. 16. Assess stopper seating and finished crimp quality. 17. Check transfer to the collection turntable. 18. Document the accepted setup before routine production.

🔩 Spare Parts

Filling outlet assemblies matched to the installed setup
Product tubing matched to the formulation
Product-path connectors
Connection seals matched to the installed materials
Rotary infeed guide components
Vial-positioning change parts
Stopper feed guides
Stopper insertion tooling
Cap feed guides
Crimping tooling matched to the closure
Pneumatic tubing and fittings
Conveyor wear components matched to the installed system

Why Choose This Machine

  • Separate dosing adjustment: Independent pump drives allow each filling outlet to be assessed and adjusted individually, helping identify differences that a combined average could conceal.
  • Coordinated closure assembly: Filling, rubber stoppering, cap placing, and crimping share one production sequence, reducing manual transfer of open filled vials between separate machines.
  • Defined container-handling scope: Rotary infeed, connecting transport, and collection are included, giving the installation a clear starting and finishing point.
  • Focused low-viscosity application: The configuration concentrates on compatible liquid formulations, allowing product-path selection and performance assessment to follow the actual filling duty.
  • Reduced individual component placement: Automatic stopper and cap feeding shift the operator’s task toward replenishment, supervision, and quality checks.
  • Package-specific closing: Aluminum-skirt crimping matches the selected stoppered-vial format rather than combining unrelated closing methods under a general capping description.
  • Centralized operation: The PLC and touchscreen bring routine settings and machine operation to one interface, supporting an orderly setup process.

Frequently Asked Questions

It processes compatible glass vials closed with rubber stoppers and aluminum or flip-off caps. The machine fills the liquid, inserts and presses the stopper, places the cap, and crimps its aluminum skirt. The complete vial, stopper, and cap combination must be assessed together rather than selected from vial volume alone.
The configuration focuses on compatible low-viscosity pharmaceutical liquids, cosmetic preparations, and essential oils. Suitability depends on flow behavior, chemical compatibility, foaming, and the required dose. Thick creams, highly viscous gels, and particle-containing products are outside the stated application focus and require a different equipment assessment.
Yes. Each filling head has its own servo-driven magnetic pump. Delivered quantity should be checked separately for each outlet during setup and subsequent performance checks. Independent drives do not by themselves establish automatic weighing, automatic correction, or continuous measurement of every filled vial.

Installation Requirements

The two-head vial liquid filling and capping machine requires a firm, level floor with access for empty-vial loading, liquid supply, stopper and cap replenishment, finished-vial collection, cleaning, and servicing. Listed dimensions are 1873 × 1480 × 2033 mm, with a machine weight of approximately 300 kg. Review the final layout for enclosure access and removal of service components.

Provide an electrical supply matched to the ordered voltage, frequency, and phase configuration. The listed total power is 2 kW. Electrical connection and protective earthing must follow the machine wiring requirements and applicable installation rules.

Provide compressed air at 0.4–0.8 MPa with quality appropriate to the installed pneumatic components. Route cables, air lines, and product tubing away from moving handling parts and operator access routes.

Position the liquid supply to suit the final pump and product-path arrangement. Establish suitable storage and replenishment practices for vials, rubber stoppers, and caps.

The surrounding environment must suit the intended formulation and manufacturing process. Essential-oil and other chemically demanding applications require review of material compatibility, ventilation, and relevant site protection requirements. The enclosure does not establish a particular cleanroom classification.


Technical Buyer's Handbook & Deep Insight

2-Head Vial Liquid Filling Machine for Automatic Stoppering and Crimping

This configuration combines two independently servo-driven magnetic pumps with rotary vial infeed, automatic closure assembly, and finished-container collection. Its selection is centered on a small-volume, stoppered glass-vial package and a rated combined output of 80–100 vials per minute.

The specified filling range is 1–10 mL. Selection within that range still depends on the actual formulation, package geometry, closure fit, and the operating conditions used to assess performance.

Confirm the Package Before Comparing Production Speed

The machine’s closing sequence requires a rubber stopper followed by an aluminum or compatible flip-off cap. A threaded cosmetic bottle, a dropper bottle, and a crimped vial may hold the same liquid volume while requiring different equipment.

Provide the vial, stopper, and cap as a matched set. Include drawings and tolerances where available, along with representative components from the intended production supply.

The specified vial-body range is 16–22 mm in diameter and 20–60 mm in height. Those dimensions do not define neck geometry, stopper interference, or the aluminum skirt available for crimping. Complete-package assessment is therefore necessary even when the vial body fits the stated envelope.

Assess Liquid Compatibility Across the Entire Contact Path

The application focus is compatible low-viscosity liquid. Product assessment should include the actual formulation and its condition at filling, rather than relying on a general pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or essential-oil label.

Essential oils and blends can differ in their interaction with tubing, seals, and other contact materials. Review those components separately from the SUS316L metal parts. Cleaning-agent compatibility belongs in the same assessment.

The pump selection guide provides broader context for matching liquid behavior and a pumping arrangement. For this model, the final assessment remains specific to the installed magnetic pumps and product pathway.

Check Each Head Rather Than Only the Combined Average

Each filling outlet has an independent servo-driven magnetic pump. Use a sampling method that identifies the originating head so differences remain visible during setup and performance checks.

The specified accuracy is ±0.5%. Agree on the target dose, measurement method, sample plan, and operating conditions before using that figure as an acceptance criterion. A combined average can conceal a consistent difference between the two outlets.

Assess representative fills during a sustained run as well as immediately after adjustment. Where quantity is checked by mass, establish the appropriate relationship to the required volume for the actual formulation.

The filling accuracy testing guide explains measurement and sampling considerations. Independent servo drives are not a substitute for an agreed inspection method.

Review Product-Supply Changes During the Run

The liquid arriving at the pumps should remain suitable for the accepted filling setup. Changes in product condition, supply arrangement, or entrained air can affect the observed result and deserve attention during trials.

Define how the source container will be replenished or changed. Check the effect of a supply interruption before assuming that production can resume without a quantity verification.

For products with limited available quantity, include startup material, pathway retention, and end-of-batch handling in the operating plan. No fixed product-loss figure is assigned to this configuration.

Assess the Entire Cycle at the Required Dose

The rated 80–100 vials per minute is the combined machine output, not a per-head figure. The production requirement should be compared with the complete sequence: container presentation, filling, rubber stoppering, cap placing, crimping, and collection.

A trial at one dose does not establish the same operating result for every dose within 1–10 mL. Evaluate the intended package and formulation at the required operating point.

Plan how operators will maintain empty-vial supply and replenish closure components. Collection capacity and the next handling task should also suit the run, so finished containers do not obstruct output.

Compare the Relevant Vial and Liquid-Filling Configurations

Head count is only one part of the comparison. The dosing method, product state, closing sequence, and included handling equipment can change the appropriate choice.

Related small-container filling configurations
ConfigurationVerified distinctionSelection focus
Two-head magnetic-pump vial filling and capping machineIndependent servo magnetic pumps with automatic rubber stoppering, aluminum-cap crimping, and rotary infeed and collection.Compatible low-viscosity liquids in the selected stoppered-vial package.
Single-head desktop vial filler with laminar flow hoodOne peristaltic filling head with stoppering and crimping in a desktop arrangement.Review the different filling method, handling arrangement, output requirement, and local filtered-air feature.
Two-head vial powder filling and capping machineIndependent servo augers with vacuum powder replenishment.Dry-powder dosing rather than liquid filling.
Four-head magnetic-pump liquid fillerA standalone liquid-filling configuration with four heads.Assess where a separate closing arrangement is required by the package.

These configurations should be compared against the package and process. More filling heads do not automatically establish a better match for a vial stoppering and crimping requirement.

Include Closure Quality in Acceptance

Correct liquid quantity and acceptable closure assembly are separate requirements. Inspect stopper seating, cap presentation, and the finished aluminum skirt using the actual packaging components.

Review component variation as well as nominal dimensions. A cap or stopper from another supply source may need reassessment even when it is sold under the same nominal size.

If the package requires additional functional testing, define the test method and responsible party. Successful operation of the closing station alone does not establish every property of the finished vial package.

Define Environmental Protection and Site Requirements

The enclosure surrounds the processing area, but it does not independently establish sterile production. A pharmaceutical application needs an assessment of product preparation, container and closure preparation, environmental controls, the product pathway, and the required documentation.

For essential oils or other formulations with particular chemical or flammability considerations, assess the actual liquid and installation. The application name does not establish explosion-protection suitability.

Specify any additional environmental or equipment-protection requirements before the configuration is finalized. Do not assume that a feature supplied on another vial machine is included here.

Plan Changeover Around Liquid and Package Variants

A changeover may involve a new liquid, a new dose, different vials, or different closures. These changes affect different parts of the setup and should be listed separately.

Review product-path compatibility, cleaning access, handling guides, stopper tooling, and crimping components. Define the checks needed before restarting saleable production after each type of change.

The guide to cleaning access in process equipment provides further considerations for reviewing retained product and component access. Automatic CIP, SIP, and disposable fluid-path capability are not specified for this model.

Evaluate Operating Scope Beyond the Purchase Price

The equipment decision includes more than rated speed. Product and packaging change parts, setup, cleaning, sampling, component replenishment, and finished-vial handling all influence daily use.

The total cost of ownership guide provides a framework for organizing these factors without assigning unsupported savings or payback figures.

  • Provide the actual low-viscosity formulation and target dose.
  • Supply matched vial, rubber stopper, and cap samples.
  • Identify all intended product and package variants.
  • Define filling and closure acceptance methods.
  • Review contact-material compatibility and cleaning requirements.
  • State the required sustained production output.
  • Confirm electrical supply, compressed air, and installation access.
  • Describe environmental, documentation, and downstream handling requirements.

StriversMachinery can discuss equipment configuration and integration scope against these product, packaging, and production requirements.


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