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TF3 High Output, Large Format Blister Machine
The TF3 is a high output blister machine with speeds exceeding 400 blisters per minute, making it the perfect machine for high volume production. The TF3 accommodates all types of feeding systems and printers. The TF3 Thermoformer has a unique laser feedback system to ensure continuous blister registration.
Highlights
- Usable Forming Area220 mm x 290 mm
- Thermoform depth(max)25 mm
- Cold form depth (max)17.5 mm
- All stations are independently driven
- Sealing overload detection and seal force monitoring
- Supports thermoforming and cold forming applications
- Contact heating available at preheat station prior to forming
- Servo driven plug assist and cold form system available
- Laser based seal registration system
- Die cut station with single row punch
Standard Features
- Servo driven stations, there is no line shaft
- Servo indexing with print registration adjustment and functionality
- Ability to adjust station stroke and pressure while running machine (Dynamic seal pressure adjustment)
- Modular feed area to accommodate feeders, accessories, and floor plans
- Auto-lift seal station
- Sealing overload detection and seal force monitoring
- Supports thermoforming and cold forming applications
- Single blister reject for single blister formats
- Waste material shredder
Optional Features
- Selective forming (ability to control individual cavities forming)
- Product Vision Inspection
- Print Vision Inspection
- Feeders (manual feed trays, flood feeders, dedicated feeders)
- Base and Lidding low roll level detection
- Servo plug assist / cold forming
- Various printer systems can be easily integrated with the Pharmaworks TF3 Blister Machine
Tooling
- Tool-less change-over
- Tooling is completely tested at Pharmaworks prior to shipping *
- A setup and testing sheet is provided with each toolset, reflecting factory-recommended parameters. This is essential for quick and efficient start-up of new tooling *
Feeding Equipment
Inspection Equipment
- Scanware Product Vision Inspection System
- Scanware Print Vision Inspection System
- Scanware VIS15 Vibratory Vision Inspection System
- Pharmaworks QC Print Vision Inspection System
* Testing dependent upon the availability of equipment and materials.
Additional Products
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The “pro” machine incorporates many new and exciting innovations in blister packaging making it a versatile platform. It is not only designed with the latest cGMP features, but it can also be configured to transfer blisters out the front, rear, or inline with the machine.
The TF1e is the perfect machine for customers that require larger blister cards but still need the ability to change quickly between products or batches. Building on the success of the TF1, the TF1e is a larger format version of the TF1.
The TF1 is a cost-effective blister machine that is perfect for low-volume production. Built with simplicity in mind, this entry-level machine requires minimal training and minimal maintenance.
The BlisterMate™ is a semi-automatic thermoformer that executes multiple production processes without add-ons. Thermoform or cold form, seal, and perforate with power and versatility.
Pharmaworks has more than 18 years of experience rebuilding many types and brands of blister machines. Whether the customer needs a field controls upgrade or a complete rebuild done at our facility, Pharmaworks can handle the project.
Designed and manufactured by the leading North American manufacturer of pharmaceutical blister machines, Pharmaworks tooling solutions will get you up and running quickly. Not only does Pharmaworks design and manufacture tooling for our own model line-up but we have excelled in providing blister machine tooling solutions for a wide range of 3rd party OEM machines.