The STI Laboratory Model Capsule Bander simulates
the sealing process of a HiCapSeal production banding
machine. The machine is capable of producing
approximately 100 banded capsules per hour.
The STI Laboratory Model Capsule Bander is designed
to seal the joint between the capsule cap and body
in order to prevent leakage of liquid products; reduce
oxidation of the contents of the capsule; and to
minimize the odor problems associated with both solid
and liquid products.
However, the most important feature of the STI
Laboratory Model Capsule Bander, is to demonstarate
the tamper resistant nature of the band. Once banded,
the capsule is almost impossible to open and reclose
without leaving evidence of tampering.
Since the STI Laboratory Model Capsule Bander simulates
the production machines, it is possible to make low
volume runs for clinical trials, comparative studies,
stability studies, etc.
The ease of changeover from one capsule to another
also makes it possible to use the STI Laboratory
Model Capsule Bander as a method to evaluate a variety
of capsule and banding color combinations.
Capsules filled with any of a number of liquid,
gel, or paste products (as well as solid dosage forms)
are manually loaded into the capsule carrying slats.
The slats pass through the banding process identical
to the production machines. This ensures a complete
and highly accurate banding operation.
