Reduce Missed Defects and False Rejects
Reduce the variation caused by fatigue and changes in attention during manual visual inspection.
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AICIM Series
Capsule Vision Inspection Machine
Inspect opaque, printed, transparent and liquid-filled hard capsules with AI Deep Learning and Pattern Recognition. Six multi-channel configurations support capacities from 1,200 to 7,200 capsules per minute. For pharmaceutical and nutraceutical production, including dietary supplements.
Product Video
See AICIM in action.
See the equipment and inspection process up close.
Why Vision Inspection
Vision Inspection vs Manual Inspection
See the AICIM-3000 comparison case study and explore the advantages of automated visual inspection.
High Consistency, Stable and Reliable
Apply consistent inspection standards throughout production without operator fatigue.
Data-Driven, Continuous Improvement
Use inspection data, visual reports and trend analysis to identify issues, trace root causes and improve production quality.
Reduce Product Contact and Contamination Risk
Reduce direct contact between inspection personnel and products, helping minimize secondary contamination risk.
AICIM-3000 · Capsule Vision Inspection vs Manual Inspection
360° inspectionOpaque · Transparent · Liquid-filled
Up to 432,000/hourAICIM-7200 · Product dependent
6 configurationsAICIM-1200 through AICIM-7200
Capsule flexibility
One platform.
Eight capsule types.
Application-specific optics and recipes support different shell colors, print designs, filling materials and capsule configurations.
Unprinted Color Powder-Filled
Printed Color Powder-Filled
Transparent Powder-Filled
Transparent Pellet-Filled
Unprinted Color Empty
Printed Color Empty
Transparent Empty
Liquid-Filled Capsule (Capsule in Capsule)
Compatible capsule sizes: #00E, #00, #0, #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5. Product compatibility is confirmed through sample testing.
Defect examples
Different capsules.
Different inspection challenges.
Original image (left) · Inspection result (right)
Product-specific optics, recipes and sample testing establish the inspection criteria and acceptance limits.
How it works
Full-surface imaging.
Product-specific decisions.
Controlled capsule presentation, complementary lighting and AI-supported inspection work together to reveal defects across different capsule formats.
Capsule Presentation
Multi-channel handling presents capsules for consistent imaging at the selected production speed.
Multi-Angle Imaging
Up to 30 images under three lighting conditions reveal shell details and help distinguish fill patterns from defects.
AI + Pattern Recognition
Product-specific models and recipes evaluate appearance, geometry, printing and difficult transparent-shell defects.
Acceptance & Rejection
Inspection decisions separate defective capsules from accepted products before downstream handling.
Print & Reflection Compensation
Specialized algorithms suppress print patterns and reduce glare to improve visible surface inspection.
Transparent Capsule Imaging
Complementary illumination supports powder-filled, liquid-filled and empty transparent capsule applications.
Fast Product Changeover
One change part per capsule size supports changeovers in under 30 minutes and tool-free cleaning.
Models & specifications
Six configurations.
Built around your production.
Compare channel count, nominal capacity, machine dimensions and utilities across the AICIM range.
| Capacity | Up to 72,000 capsules/hour |
|---|---|
| Compatible capsule sizes | #00E, #00, #0, #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 |
| Inspection channels | 12 |
| Cameras | 2 |
| Power | 3 kW |
| Power supply | 120/208 V AC, 60 Hz, 3-phase, 5-wire |
| Air pressure | 0.6 MPa |
| Air consumption | 4 gal/min |
| Dimensions, L × W × H | 33.8 × 36.1 × 57.6 in |
| Total weight | 1,213 lb |
Configuration and inspection recipes are selected around capsule type, size, target defects and throughput.
AICIM capacity range
Select a model above to compare its specification and identify the corresponding capacity below.
| Model | Capsules/minute | Capsules/hour |
|---|---|---|
| AICIM-1200 | Up to 1,200 | Up to 72,000 |
| AICIM-1800 | Up to 1,800 | Up to 108,000 |
| AICIM-3000 | Up to 3,000 | Up to 180,000 |
| AICIM-3600 | Up to 3,600 | Up to 216,000 |
| AICIM-4800 | Up to 4,800 | Up to 288,000 |
| AICIM-7200 | Up to 7,200 | Up to 432,000 |
Achievable capacity and inspection performance depend on the capsule and operating conditions, and are established through sample testing.
Line integration
Connect inspection
with your production line.
Use AICIM as a standalone inspection system or connect it with capsule filling and downstream packaging equipment.
Build around your product flow.
Our team reviews the interfaces that determine how this system fits into your line.
- Upstream capsule filler and transfer interfaces
- Feeding method, capsule presentation and required throughput
- Reject collection and accepted-capsule discharge
- Downstream polishing, counting or packaging interfaces
In-Line Application
Capsule Inspection Integrated with Syntegon Capsule Filling Machine
See how AIACVISION capsule vision inspection connects with a Syntegon capsule filling machine for continuous production and inspection.
Capsule Filling LineAIACVISION · Vision Inspection in Action
Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Capsule Inspection
Evaluate opaque, printed, transparent and liquid-filled hard capsules using the supported AICIM configuration. Select defect criteria and capacity for your product and line.
Questions About Capsule Vision Inspection Machine
Which capsule types can AICIM inspect?
AICIM supports the capsule types shown on this page, including opaque, printed, transparent and liquid-filled hard capsules.
Which capsule defects can the system detect?
Review the visible defect examples. Applicable detection criteria depend on the capsule, imaging setup and recipe.
How do I choose a configuration for my line?
Compare the six configurations with your required capacity, product and installation conditions.
Let's discuss your application
Your product.
Your inspection requirements.
Share your product type, target defects and required capacity. We will help you evaluate the next step.