At Central Machines Inc., we’re proud to serve as a top automation equipment manufacturer in the industry. We provide a huge range of automated assembly equipment for clients across industries, helping to streamline their production processes and increase efficiency.
One of our core competencies is designing and building self-contained, continuous motion cap closing machines. Our automated machines can close caps of various types, sizes, or diameters. They can be easily integrated with production/packaging lines with fixed or flexible production rates. Plastic cap closing machines, including those for flip-top caps and dispensing closures, can be used to streamline your operations.
Vibratory feed bowls and reject stations with deflector chutes are integrated into our cap closing machines. Operators can easily configure these machines with touch screen interfaces. Feeder bowls and in-line tracks facilitate continuous product flow to the continuous motion cap closing machines dial, ensuring efficient and reliable performance. Eject stations divert finished closures into customer-provided packaging containers.
As with all our machines, the continuous motion cap closing machines are programmable and utilize a touch screen user interface. The machines undergo rigorous testing processes, including a 24-hour, non-stop dry cycle run and multi-stage load testing, prior to delivery.
From each and every machine, customers can expect longevity and reliability due to our use of mechanical and servo-driven motions. Our skilled workforce operates under one roof, ensuring complete construction and product accountability within our shop. Using advanced CAD/CAM and wire EDM machines, we fabricate components to exact specifications for applications such as flip top cap closing machines and plastic cap closing machines.
Machine Specifications
| Closure Type | Hinged Closure (Flip top caps) |
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| Closure Specification | With lid- open 180 degrees, +/- 10 degrees |
| Feeder Type | In-Line Tracks Vibratory Feeders |
| Display | HMI Touch Screen Displays |
| Machine Production Rate | 20 to 550 Parts Per Minute (dependent on number of spindles) |
| Machine Platform | Continuous Motion Dial With CAM Controlled Spindles |
| Tooling | Hardened and Ground Station tooling mounted to ground steel top plate, supported by fabricated steel base Tolerance: +/- 0.001 |
| Safety Guarding Options | Compliant to OSHA standards Electrically interlocked guarding Guarding for pinch points and rotating sections Perimeter guarding with clear polycarbonate panels |
| Enclosures | Type 12, NEMA Approved Enclosures |
| Manual | Mechanical and Electrical Operating Manuals |
General Machine Description
The continuous motion cap closing machine is a self-contained unit equipped with a closure feeder bowl and inline track. Its continuously rotating dial transfers closures through closing and inspection processes. Closures, including those for flip top cap closing machines, are held securely by cam-driven forks. These forks retract while an outer cam rail positions the spindle to snap the lid closed. The cam section, mounted on a pneumatic slide with an adjustable regulator, ensures precise force during the closing process.If the “open closure” or “missing lid” detection is activated post-closing, the closure is designated as a reject and removed. A fixed cam diverts completed assemblies to an eject chute, while an air blow-off removes rejected closures. This process is integral to the functionality of our plastic cap closing machines.
Standard features:
- A feeder bowl to load closures.
- In line track to feed closures to the continuous motion dial.
- Continuous motion dial with upper, lower and horizontal cam controlled tooling to close closure.
- The lower dial tooling is equipped with cam driven spindles with tooling.
- An outer cam will allow each spindle to move up and pivot the lids over the closure.
- The upper tooling dial is equipped with cam driven spindles with tooling.
- Good parts eject track and reject station.
- Two position box diverter.
- Shift register tracking system will monitor good and bad parts through the system.
- Touch screen type operator control panel with message display to indicate functionality and spindle monitoring.
- Mechanical and Electrical operating manuals.
Each station is mounted on identical station plates for added flexibility, and is constructed with tooling mounted to a ground steel top plate supported by a fabricated steel base. Mechanical, pneumatic and electrical equipment are group mounted on the base. Electrical controls are mounted in NEMA 12 style enclosures and all tooling will be hardened and ground. Machine components can be anodized, plated, or painted as necessary. Pinch points and rotating sections will be guarded to prevent operator injury. Perimeter guarding is electrically interlocked and fabricated with clear polycarbonate panels and extruded aluminum.
Inspection & Testing
| Functional Testing And Debugging | 24 Hour Non-Stop Dry Run Test Final Debugging Hypot Test for Electrical Test on Connectors Multi-Stage Load Test Standard Checklist |
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Integration Components
| Vision System Supplier Options | Cognex Keyence Omron Or Customer Specified |
|---|---|
| Test Equipment Supplier Options | Cincinnati (leak testing) Or Customer Specified |
| Drives Supplier Options | Allan Bradley Or Customer Specified |
| PLC Integration Supplier Options | Allan Bradley GE Mitsubishi Omron Or Customer Specified PLC Direct Siemens |
| Inspection Systems | Probe with sensor / photo electric eye to verify presence Probe with sensor / probe with analog output sensor to detect and verify parts assembled Photoelectric sensor or vision system to check product for short shots Vision System with data acquisition to inspect for short shots/contamination Color verification sensor |
Additional Options
| Pre Feeders | Elevator hoppers Vibratory hoppers Live bottom hoppers |
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| Pack Out Systems | Carton handling systems with powered or roller conveyors Stacking Robotic packaging Two position carton diverters |
| Operator Interface | Touch screen with machine diagnostics and data acquisition Push button Message display units Placard displays |
| Auxillary Dial | Quality sampling bin Vision inspection |
Decades of Innovative, Quality Service
At Central Machines Inc., we’ve served as a top automation equipment manufacturer in the industry since 1995. We’ve assisted a huge range of clients with all their automated assembly equipment needs, from assembly system design to production and implementation. With our extensive experience and state-of-the-art facilities, we’re able to provide our clients with the highest quality automation solutions that meet their specific needs and budget.
Our team at Central Machines Inc. consists of highly skilled engineers, technicians, and support staff who are dedicated to providing innovative solutions for our clients. We continuously invest in the latest technology and equipment to ensure that our manufacturing processes remain efficient, reliable, and up-to-date. This allows us to deliver the most advanced automated assembly equipment on the market while maintaining competitive pricing.
Close the Gap in Your Production Line with Our Machines
Enhance your efficiency and precision with our advanced cap closing solutions. Whether you need a plastic cap closing machine or a flip top cap closing machine, our systems are designed to meet your production demands. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and discover how our continuous motion cap closing machines can transform your operations. Let us help you achieve reliability and productivity in your manufacturing processes!