The Ultimate Guide to Small-Batch Blister Packaging: Sealing & Cutting Made Easy (ETBP-180 & ETBC-180)

Introduction:

Are you a pharmaceutical startup, a research laboratory, or a nutraceutical manufacturer looking for a cost-effective way to package small batches of capsules or tablets?

Large-scale automatic blister lines are expensive, require massive floor space, and need complex air compressor systems. For small production runs or clinical trials, you need something more agile.

In this post, we introduce the perfect desktop duo for professional blister packaging: the ETBP-180 Electric Blister Sealing Machine and the ETBC-180 Electric Punching Machine. We will walk you through the step-by-step process of turning loose pills into pharmacy-grade blister packs.

Part 1: The Sealing Process (ETBP-180)

The first step in packaging is creating the sealed blister sheet. The ETBP-180 is designed specifically for this purpose. Unlike pneumatic machines that require noisy air compressors, this machine is fully electric, making it perfect for quiet lab environments.

How it works (Step-by-Step):

1. Manual Loading: This is a semi-auto process that gives you full control. First, you manually place the PVC blister sheet into the mold.

2. Filling: Manually load your capsules, tablets, or softgels into the blister cavities. This allows for visual inspection of every pill before sealing.

3. Foil Placement: Cover the PVC with the PTP aluminum foil.

4. Heat Sealing: Push the mold into the machine. The ETBP-180 applies precise heat and pressure to seal the foil to the PVC.

Part 2: The Cutting Process (ETBC-180)

After using the sealing machine, you will have a large rectangular sheet containing multiple blister packs sealed together. You cannot sell or distribute the sheet like this; it needs to be cut into individual, professional-looking cards.

This is where the ETBC-180 Electric Punching (Die-Cutting) Machine comes in.

Why Precision Cutting Matters:

Hand-cutting blister packs looks unprofessional and can leave sharp edges. The ETBC-180 uses a custom die-cut mold to punch out the blister cards perfectly every time.

The Workflow:

1. Take the sealed sheet from the ETBP-180.

2. Align it in the ETBC-180 cutting mold.

3. The machine punches through the material instantly.

The Result:
You get perfectly cut individual blister packs with smooth, rounded corners. The machine separates the final product from the waste material efficiently.

Watch the Machine in Action!