Automatic Capsule Printing Machine

Manufacturer of Automatic Capsule Printing Machine is utilized for fast printing, high quality, and high adaptability, which is widely applied to axial printing on capsules and tablets that are of different variety and specifications.

Our LI-CP Capsule printing machine is suitable for printing on the different sizes of capsules (Hard & soft gelatin capsules) and tablets (tablets with unusual shape) and is extensively used in the pharmaceutical industry. These high-end Capsule Printing Machines are operated conveniently by applying the advanced variable frequency control systems which are perfectly coupled with other machines making it perfect for product printing on capsules.

Salient features:

  • Fully Automatic printing machine for any capsule/tablet sizes.
  • Tablet printing machine is designed for one or double-sided printing in one or different colors.
  • 100% feeding output. (Feeding output depends on the quality & shapes of tablet/capsules)
  • Prints on any shape-Round, Oval, Hexagonal, and Triangular etc- Wax, Sugar or film coated tablets.
  • Provides sharp printing on both capsule & tablets.
  • Minimum air requirement 2 Kg to 6 Kg.
  • Imported pneumatic components used for better performance.
  • Hardened gears and shafts give longer life workability.
  • A versatile, trouble free, easy to operate machine.

Technical Specification

Sr. No. Parameters Specification
1 Out put It is capable to print 70,000 - 80,000 capsules/ hour
2 Electric supply 440 Volts (220 Volts AC), 50 Hz
3 Electric motor 0.5 H.P. Main Motor, 1 HP blower
4 Dimension 1880 mm x450 mm x 1300 mm
5 Machine weight 400 kg (approx.)
6 Pneumatic line Filtered and moisture free air at 4 kg/cm2 pressure. External source
7 Vacuum line 150 m3/ h (inbuilt in machine)

Faq's


It is a fully automated pharmaceutical printing machine that uses offset or inkjet printing technology to print product names, brand logos, dosage strength, batch numbers, and identification markings directly onto the outer surface of hard gelatin or HPMC capsule shells — an essential branding, traceability, and anti-counterfeiting tool for pharmaceutical, Ayurvedic, and nutraceutical manufacturers.

Printing directly on capsule shells provides critical product identification, prevents medication errors in clinical and retail settings, deters counterfeiting of branded pharmaceutical and Ayurvedic products, fulfills regulatory branding requirements, and delivers a professional premium appearance that differentiates branded capsule products in competitive consumer markets.

While not universally mandatory, capsule shell printing is increasingly required for export markets, hospital supply tenders, and premium brand positioning — with regulatory authorities worldwide encouraging printed capsule identification as a key product safety, traceability, and anti-counterfeiting measure in pharmaceutical supply chains.

Yes, Ayurvedic manufacturers producing branded herbal capsule products — ashwagandha, triphala, shatavari, and proprietary formulations — use automatic capsule printing machines to print their brand name, product identity, and AYUSH license information directly on capsule shells, creating a distinctive and professionally branded product presentation.

Absolutely — nutraceutical and cosmetic supplement brands printing their logo, product name, dosage strength, and brand identity on beauty vitamin capsules, collagen supplements, and wellness formulations use capsule printing machines to create a premium branded product that stands out on retail shelves and builds strong consumer brand recognition.

The machine uses offset rotary printing technology — the most common and reliable method for capsule shell printing — which transfers pharmaceutical-grade edible ink from engraved printing rolls onto capsule surfaces with exceptional clarity, consistency, and print durability across millions of capsules per production run.

The machine can print brand names, company logos, product codes, dosage strength, strength identification color bands, batch numbers, individual capsule serial numbers, and custom text or graphic designs — providing complete product identification and branding flexibility for pharmaceutical, Ayurvedic, and nutraceutical capsule manufacturers.

Depending on the model and capsule size, the machine achieves printing speeds of 100,000 to 500,000+ capsules per hour — providing high-throughput capsule printing capacity that matches the output of commercial-scale pharmaceutical and Ayurvedic capsule filling and packaging production lines.

The machine handles all standard capsule sizes from size 000 to size 5 — printing on both hard gelatin and HPMC vegetarian capsule shells — with quick-change printing rolls and size adjustment mechanisms that support the complete range of capsule formats used in pharmaceutical, Ayurvedic, and nutraceutical manufacturing.

Yes, it is manufactured with GMP-compliant stainless steel construction, uses pharmaceutical-grade food-safe edible inks approved for direct product contact, and features enclosed printing zones — meeting WHO-GMP, Schedule M, and AYUSH regulatory standards for licensed pharmaceutical and Ayurvedic capsule manufacturing facilities across India.

The machine uses pharmaceutical-grade edible inks formulated with food-safe colorants and solvents approved by international pharmacopoeias including USP, EP, and IP — ensuring all printed capsules are completely safe for human consumption and compliant with global pharmaceutical product safety regulations.

Printed capsules with unique brand identifiers, company logos, and product codes are significantly more difficult to counterfeit than unmarked capsules — making capsule shell printing one of the most effective and cost-efficient first-line anti-counterfeiting measures available to pharmaceutical and Ayurvedic manufacturers protecting their branded products.

Yes, advanced automatic capsule printing machines feature dual printing stations that simultaneously print on both the capsule cap and body in a single pass — allowing manufacturers to print different information elements on each part of the capsule, such as the brand name on the cap and dosage strength on the body.

The machine uses precision-engineered engraved printing rolls, controlled ink viscosity management systems, and capsule handling mechanisms that maintain consistent capsule orientation and ink contact pressure — delivering uniform, smudge-free, high-resolution print quality across every capsule in multi-million unit pharmaceutical and Ayurvedic production runs.

Yes, it is designed for seamless inline integration with capsule polishing machines, metal detectors, and inspection systems — receiving polished capsules from upstream equipment and delivering printed capsules to downstream quality inspection and packaging machines, forming a complete automated capsule processing and finishing production line.

Advanced capsule printing machines with variable data printing capabilities can print unique alphanumeric codes or 2D data matrix codes on individual capsules — enabling capsule-level serialization and track-and-trace functionality required by regulatory authorities in export pharmaceutical markets including the United States, European Union, and Saudi Arabia.

Changing print designs requires replacing or re-engraving the printing rolls, while capsule size changeovers involve adjusting the capsule handling guides and size-specific components — with standard changeovers typically completed in 1 to 2 hours by trained operators, minimizing production downtime between different product printing runs.

The machine operates on a 220V single-phase or 440V three-phase power supply with basic compressed air requirements — featuring a compact inline footprint suitable for standard pharmaceutical production rooms, making it compatible with the utility infrastructure and space constraints of most Indian pharmaceutical, Ayurvedic, and nutraceutical manufacturing facilities.

Yes, Lodha Pharma provides comprehensive support including custom printing roll engraving for brand logos and text, complete machine installation, ink supply guidance, operator training, routine maintenance support, Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC), and fast availability of replacement printing rolls, ink systems, and spare parts — ensuring consistent high-quality capsule printing performance throughout the machine's operational life.

Simply contact Lodha Pharma through their official website with your capsule size, required print content and design, production speed requirements, existing capsule line configuration, and facility details — their experienced technical sales team will promptly provide a tailored quotation, printing roll design consultation, and arrange a comprehensive live factory or detailed video demonstration to help you integrate the ideal capsule printing solution into your pharmaceutical, Ayurvedic, or nutraceutical manufacturing operation.

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