What Is a Capsule Filling Machine Called?

 

In manufacturing and dispensing, the device that loads capsules or shells with content is commonly known as a capsule filler or capsule filling machine. In industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to nutraceuticals, “encapsulation” is the term used to describe the process of placing powders, granules, liquids, or small objects inside a capsule shell. The machines that carry out this process are typically referred to by these names.

Depending on scale and sophistication, there are several variants:

• Manual capsule filler: A simple, hand-operated device ideal for small batches or testing. The operator separates the capsule halves, pours in the contents, and reseals them manually.
• Semi-automatic capsule filling machine: This is a hybrid model where certain steps—such as alignment, filling, and closing—are mechanized, while an operator still plays a role in loading or guiding.
• Fully automatic capsule filling machine: In this version, the system handles almost the entire process—from capsule loading, separation, dosing, filling, to closing—without manual intervention, making it suitable for high throughput production.

In pharmaceutical jargon, “encapsulator” is another term sometimes used interchangeably with capsule filling machine or capsule filler.

How This Relates to Gacha / Toy Capsule Filling

While the term originates in pharmaceutical and supplement manufacturing, the same concept applies to capsule toy vending business like WANGERBAO’s. You may refer to your equipment as a capsule filler, capsule loader, or even automated capsule dispenser system, depending on whether the machine is simply packaging the toys into capsules or also handling sealing and dispensing. In many gacha operations, the focus is not on handling powders or liquids but rather precisely placing a small toy or collectible inside a hard plastic capsule shell before sealing or vending.

When choosing or marketing such equipment, a clean, precise, and reliable “capsule filling” process is critical. Whether it’s done by hand, semi-automatically, or fully automatically, your system should deliver consistent results, minimal errors, and ease of operation.