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Blister packaging serves as a protective solution for products like capsules, tablets, pills, and candy, featuring a clear, sealed covering that allows for easy visibility while extending shelf life. Commonly employed for pharmaceuticals, electronics, food items, and everyday consumer goods, the blister pack packaging method improves safety, enhances pharma packing display, and provides a durable, recognizable barrier.   But what is a blister pack? What is blister packaging? Where is blister packaging most widely utilized, and what factors contribute to the widespread adoption of medicine blister packs? This article explores the applications and roles of blister packaging, its various types, key advantages, and its significance across industries in modern pharma packing.   tablet/ capsule blister pack, containing tablets or capsules   1. Defining Blister Packaging Blister packaging, performed by a blister packaging machine, involves securing a product within a molded cavity, typically enclosed by a transparent plastic sheet or aluminum foil. Constructed from materials like PVC, PET, or aluminum, the blister bag packaging creates a protective barrier against external factors. Blister package is particularly prevalent for packing medicines (such as pills and capsules), electronics, and cosmetics, where both visibility and product integrity are crucial.   The blister packing process entails shaping cavities to hold product items, which is then sealed with a lidding material—often plastic film, aluminum foil, or a combination. Key blister pack packaging stages include forming, filling, sealing, and cutting, ensuring resistance to moisture, contaminants, and physical damage while also improving visual appeal of pharma packing. From safeguarding pills and capsules to providing tamper-resistant enclosures for electronics, blister packaging remains indispensable across numerous sectors.   2. Common Blister Packaging Materials   The choice of materials for blister packaging depends on industry-specific needs and the desired packaging type. Here are the most widely used blister pack packaging materials and their key advantages.     2.1 PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) Rigid PVC is a top choice for blister packaging due to its high clarity and strong protective qualities. It effectively shields products like pills and capsules from moisture and contaminants, suitable for pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. Additionally, PVC is cost-effective, which makes it ideal for large-scale production such as capsule manufacturing, where budget is a key factor.   2.2 PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) PET is a recyclable material, offering an eco-friendly option for blister pack packaging. While its barrier properties may not match PVC, its sustainability has increased its popularity in environmentally conscious industries. PET also ensures excellent transparency of every blister pack, essential for retail pa...

A pill is a compact, spherical or oval drug dosage form, ranking among the most widely used medication types. These pharmaceutical preparations include both prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications. Designed in diverse sizes, shapes, and formulations, pills including drug tablets and capsules ensure precise and efficient delivery of specific drug doses into bodies. The term encompasses tablets, capsules, and similar solid oral medications, typically taken by mouth but sometimes administered sublingually. Their popularity comes from convenient usages, portability, and accurate dosing.   The extensive, different types of pills stems from patient needs and therapeutic goals. Different formulations address factors like absorption rate, ease of swallowing, or drug stability in gastric environments. Some types of pill tablet capsule feature controlled-release mechanisms for gradual active ingredient delivery, while others provide immediate relief. These variations ensure medications are administered in the most suitable way, tailoring treatment to individual patient requirements.   1. Different Types of Pills by Form   Types of Pills Characteristics Function Advantages Hard Capsules Powdered medication enclosed in a gelatin shell, ensuring precise dosing for stable formulations such as vitamins and drug ingredients Delivers measured doses and maintains stability for vitamins and medicines Precise dosage, ideal for drug formulations Softgels Liquid or semi-liquid medication encased in a soft gelatin shell, allowing rapid stomach dissolution Promotes fast absorption; often used for supplements like omega-3 oils Rapid uptake, effective for quick-delivery supplements Sprinkle Capsules Small, pelletized medication that can be mixed with food or drinks, catering to patients with swallowing challenges Provides an alternative administration method for individuals (e.g., children, elderly) who may have difficulties in swallowing User-friendly for dysphagia patients, adaptable consumption Conventional Tablets Coated solid doses containing high drug volumes, designed for sustained-release treatment of chronic conditions Ensures controlled, gradual drug release for long-term disease management Reliable release profile, optimized for chronic therapies Chewable Tablets Formulated to be chewed before swallowing, simplifying intake for children or others with swallowing difficulties commonly used for vitamins and medicines Facilitates ease of use for dysphagia patients, particularly in pediatric or geriatric care. No swallowing required, often flavored for palatability Orally Disintegrating Tablets Rapidly dissolves in the mouth without water, suited for quick relief or patients unable to swallow pills Enables instant medication delivery, critical for acute symptoms Water-free administration, fast-acting for emergencies Effervescent Tablets Designed to dissolve in water, producing a carbonated drink enhances abso...

The 2025 CPHI Shanghai is one of the most influential exhibitions in the global pharmaceutical industry, attracting numerous participants from pharmaceutical companies, equipment suppliers, R&D institutions, and more worldwide. It will be held from June 24 to 26 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center.       Machines on Display As a leading manufacturer in China's pharmaceutical and packaging machinery industry, Rich Packing will showcase its products at Booth N1D50, including the Stick Sachet Cartoning Line, Intelligent High Speed Tablet Press Machine, Blister Packaging Machine, Capsule Tablet Visual Counting and Bottling Line, and Automatic NJP Capsule Filling Machine. Live demonstrations will highlight the advantages and features of these products.       Sachet Cartoning Packaging Machine Line The Sachet Packing Cartoner Line is Rich Packing’s flagship product, seamlessly connecting the Automatic Sachet Sorting Machine and the Horizontal Cartoning Machine. It can organize scattered sachet packages and perform High Speed cartoning, achieving a production speed of over 300 packs per minute, meeting the packaging speed requirements of large-scale pharmaceutical enterprises.   Precise Control: Equipped with an advanced servo motor control system to ensure accuracy in the packaging process, with zero errors in stick packs package counts.   High Compatibility: Adaptable to various specifications of single-dose sachet packaging for powders, granules, or liquids. Quick adjustments enable rapid switching to meet diverse pharmaceutical packaging needs.     Intelligent High Speed Tablet Press The RQ-HZP Series Rotary Tablet Press is a high-end machine developed by Rich Packing to meet the pharmaceutical industry’s demands for high efficiency and quality production.   High Speed Tablet Compression: Capable of producing over 200,000 tablets per hour, a 43% increase in efficiency compared to traditional tablet presses.   Precision Pressing: Utilizes advanced pressure control and a servo motor feeding system to ensure tablet weight accuracy, with deviations within ±0.2g per tablet. Intelligent Production: Features a smart control system for automatic feeding, pressure adjustment, and detection or rejection of defective tablets, enhancing the stability of solid dosage production lines.     Capsule Tablet CCD Vision Counting Filling Line The new Camera Detection Counting and Packing Line is an integrated solution developed to meet pharmaceutical companies’ demands for efficient and consistent packaging of capsules and tablets.   High Speed Counting: Bottling speed exceeds 100 bottles per minute, enabling fast and accurate counting and filling of capsules and tablets.   Precise Filling: Employs advanced vision inspection technology, differing from traditional electronic counting methods. I...

Discussions about tablets vs softgels remain a key concern for both pharmaceutical and supplement industries, as the dosage form in gel capsules or tablets directly influences end-user efficacy and experience. Beyond mere preference, this distinction depends on scientific and practical factors: specifically, how to optimize delivery systems for maximum therapeutic benefit.   Over time, the range of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and their dosage forms has expanded far beyond traditional tablets and soft gel capsules. Each formulation type emerges to address specific drug delivery challenges, whether improving bioavailability, stability, or patient compliance.     By understanding respective strengths of softgels and tablets, from absorption rates to ease of use, pharmaceutical manufacturers can design better delivery systems, boost bioavailability, ensure stability, and meet diverse user needs, thereby maximizing treatment effectiveness and user experience. The knowledge meanwhile helps consumers have more suitable options tailored to their treatment or supplementation needs.   1. Understanding Tablets, Softgels, and Hard Capsules 1.1 What Are Tablets? Tablets remain the most widely used solid dosage form, produced by compressing blended active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients. Modern advancements have introduced specialized coatings and controlled-release mechanisms to optimize drug delivery. Despite these innovations, tablets maintain their cost-effectiveness while ensuring consistent gastrointestinal absorption and therapeutic performance.     1.2 What Are Softgels? Soft gel capsules feature a seamless gelatin-based outer shell designed to encapsulate liquid formulations. Composed of a specialized blend of gelatin, plasticizers, and water, this flexible, durable barrier effectively safeguards oil-based medications and liquid supplements. The design of softgel not only preserves the integrity of the contents, but also enhances bioavailability by facilitating absorption in the digestive system.      1.3 What Are Hard Capsules? Different from softgels, hard capsules consist of two interlocking shells, typically manufactured from gelatin or plant-derived alternatives. This two-piece structure makes hard capsules ideal for housing dry powders or granules, allowing for versatile formulation options. Additionally, the protective casing ensures stability, preventing ingredient degradation until consumption.      2．Hard Capsules VS Softgels, What Are Differences? The construction and intended application distinguish softgels from hard capsules. A softgel consists of a single sealed shell capable of securely holding liquid contents, whereas a hard capsule is formed from two fitted pieces meant for dry medications. Furthermore, the shell’s formulation determines its stability and the absorption rate.       Characte...

On April 30th, Rich Packing has successfully completed the preparation and secure loading of a fully integrated 16C Counting and Bottling Production Line, ordered by a Jordanian client just 20 days ago. The container, meticulously packed and reinforced by our expert logistics team, successfully loaded today, marking another proud milestone in our ongoing mission to deliver precision-engineered solutions with unmatched care and reliability.     In-Depth: 16C Counting and Bottling Production Line This Jordanian client is with the industry of supplement production, which use the counting and bottling technology very often. In about 20 days ago he visited our factory and decided to take our 16 counting and bottling production line for the integration of his supplement production.       This turnkey system is specifically designed for high-speed pharmaceutical, nutraceutical packaging, seamlessly combining automation with uncompromising precision. Key machines of the line include: • Bottle Unscrambler: Automatically sorts and feeds empty bottles into the conveyor belt, eliminating manual handling bottlenecks. • Tablet/Capsule Counting Machine: Adopts advanced photoelectric sensors and 3 stages of vibration panels to ensure 99.98% counting accuracy. • Checkweigher: Instantly verifies and rejects under-filled or over-filled bottles to enhance strict accuracy. • Capping Machine & Cap Lifting System: Airtight capping without scratches, while the cap lifter ensures uninterrupted cap supply. • Induction Sealer: 2-mode switching system suits for different bottle specification, also provide airtight foil seals. • Labeling Machine: High-precision system capable of clearly printing batch numbers, production dates, etc.   Operating as a synchronized unit, the line can process up to 70 bottles per minute, greatly reducing labor costs and minimizing human error, ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant production for our client. “Fully automated, high efficient and high accuracy, and reasonable price! This is exactly what we are looking for!” The client commented at the first time visit.   Packing Excellence: Standard Protocols & Custom Reinforcements To ensure safe delivery by sea shipping, we implemented a two-tiered packing strategy:   1. Standard Packing (Baseline Protection): • Solid Enhanced Wooden Crates: Constructed with 10mm thickness plywood to strongly support each machine. • Plastic Wrap + Vacuum Sealing: Three-layer waterproof plastic wrapper, combined with vacuum packing to prevent humidity and corrosion. • Anti-Collision Foam: Prevent impact and damage from sea turbulence during long distance transportation. • Enhanced Corner Protectors: Steel-braced corners absorb handling shocks during trans...

On May 14, 2025, in Guangzhou, China, Ms. Liu from the authoritative organization SGS, commissioned by an American client, conducted a pre-shipment inspection of the machinery ordered from Rich Packing. The purpose of this SGS inspection was to ensure that the purchased machinery met the order requirements, including dimensions, finishing details, and performance, to guarantee smooth pharmaceutical production processes and stable product quality. The American client's order included an NJP 1200C automatic capsule machine, a capsule polishing machine, an 8 channels automatic counting machine, and a labeling machine.       Inspection Process and Results   Mary from Rich Packing welcomed Ms. Liu and arranged for the experienced Engineer Yang to assist throughout the inspection. Engineer Yang, familiar with the machinery's performance and operational processes, promptly addressed Ms. Liu's questions during the inspection and assisted with trial operations.       Inspection Standards and Procedures   Ms. Liu strictly adhered to the client's order requirements for the inspection, covering multiple aspects of the machinery.     For dimensions, she used professional measuring tools to precisely measure the length, width, and height of the NJP 1200C capsule filling machine, capsule polishing machine, 8 channel tablet capsule counting machine, and labeling machine, ensuring they matched the order specifications to meet the American client's factory layout and installation requirements.       During performance testing, Ms. Liu focused on the machines' operational efficiency and stability. The NJP 1200C high speed automatic capsule filler achieved a production rate of 1,150 #0 capsules per minute. The automatic capsule polisher not only rejected defective capsules but also ensured dust-free capsule surfaces. The 8 lane tablet capsule counting filling machine reached a speed of 50 bottles per minute (60 capsules per bottle) with a counting accuracy of 99.9%. The high-speed label applicator delivered fast labeling with precise alignment and smooth application.       For finishing details, Ms. Liu meticulously inspected the machines' surface smoothness and flatness, ensuring no burrs or scratches, with surface roughness below 0.8 micrometers.     The entire inspection followed a predefined process, from visual checks to performance tests and finishing inspections. Ms. Liu meticulously recorded each step's results, confirming that Rich Packing strictly adhered to the client's order requirements and high standards. During trial operations, the machines ran smoothly, with all metrics meeting expectations, ultimately completing the inspection successfully.         Client Feedback and Communication   During the inspection, Ms. Liu provided real-time updates on the process and results to the American cli...

Blister pack and blister packaging machine are widely used across pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and consumer goods industries. From securing medication to packaging toys and electronics, blister packs offer protection, convenience, and visual appeal. This comprehensive guide explores what blister pack packaging is, the different types, its advantages, how blister packing machine works, and how to choose the right solution for your business.     1. What Is a Blister Pack? A blister pack is a type of pre-formed plastic packaging used to contain individual units of products. It typically includes a cavity or pocket made from PVC, PET, or aluminum foil, sealed with a backing made of paper, plastic, or aluminum. Products packaged in this way such as blister pack medication, are protected from environmental factors such as moisture, contamination, and tampering.     2. What Is Blister Packaging? Blister packaging refers to the process and materials used to create blister packs. It involves thermoforming or cold forming materials into pockets or cavities that enclose a product, then sealing them with a backing material. This packing method is very common for pharmaceutical and supplement products like blister pack meds.   1) Benefits of Blister Pack Packaging • Product Protection: Shields from humidity, contamination, and damage. Medical blister packs preserve drug integrity and prolong shelf life. • Dosage Accuracy: Helps patients track intake with pill blister packs, blister pack drugs, and blister pack capsules. • Branding & Compliance: Custom blister card packaging, plastic blister packaging, and paper blister packaging enhance shelf appeal. • Versatility: Suitable for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, electronics, beauty, and toy industries.   2) Blister Packaging Common Applications • Blister pack medications: Such as blister pack capsules and blister pack tablets, commonly seen in over-the-counter products like paracetamol blister packs or vitamin C capsule blister packs, providing airtight protection and convenient dosage control.   • Medical blister packaging: For devices and supplements such as scalpels and blades, syringes and needles, surgical scissors, etc., ensuring sterility and safe storage using dialysis paper and PVC blister packaging or custom blister card packaging. For example, pre-sterilized syringes in single-use blister packs help maintain hygiene in clinical environments.   • Consumer goods blister packaging: For toys, batteries, and small consumer goods like USB drives, earphones, and accessories, which are often in clamshell blister packaging or trapped blister packaging to prevent tampering and theft. For example, AA batteries are typically sold in sealed blister packs with clear plastic front and cardboard backing.   &bul...

During April 22-24th, RichPacking is honored to participate in MAGHREB PHARMA EXPO 2025, one of the most influential pharmaceutical industry exhibitions in North Africa. Held in Algiers, Algeria, this event marks a significant milestone in our efforts to strengthen international cooperation and expand our presence across African, Middle East and European markets.     Expanding Our Presence in the Maghreb Market   Represented by our Director Mr. Fu and Sales Manager Owen, RichPacking has welcomed a steady flow of clients and partners to our stand. Their presence at the exhibition played a key role in strengthening our connection with existing customers and introducing our solutions to new partners in the region. Attending this exhibition has been a strategic move in expanding our market across the Maghreb, a region experiencing rapid growth in pharmaceutical manufacturing and equipment demand. RichPacking is committed to supporting our partners at this area with advanced, reliable solutions.   Most importantly, the exhibition has given us valuable, firsthand insight into the specific needs and expectations of the Maghreb market. By speaking directly with local manufacturers, distributors, and industry companies, we have gained a deeper, more practical understanding of how we can tailor our services and solutions to better serve our customers.   A Strategic Opportunity for Face-to-Face Engagement   Apart from the local partners, we also extended our invitation to more clients in Europe and Middle East for a visit and face-to-face discussion. For many customers who may find it challenging to travel all the way to China, this exhibition serves as a convenient and effective platform to engage in direct discussions, explore our latest pharmaceutical machinery and packaging equipment, and receive personalized consultation from our team. “We understand that not all of our partners can travel across continents to visit our factory in China. By attending MAGHREB PHARMA, we bring our expertise and sincerity directly to them.” said Mr. Fu.   Strengthening Relationships, Building Trust   This exhibition is more than just a showcase of technology, but a bridge of trust and communication. Meeting clients in person allows us to better understand their customized needs, listen to valuable feedback, and build deeper connections. Many of our African and European customers have taken the time to visit our stand, expressing strong interest in our capsule filling machines, tablet presses, tablet capsule counting lines and complete pharmaceutical packaging solutions. These interactions reaffirm the confidence our clients have in RichPacking’s product quality, technical expertise, and professional support.   Looking Ahead   Our participation in MAGHREB PHARMA EXPO 2025 marks an important step in RichPacking’s continued international growth. From re...

1. Insights from a Buyer with 20 Years of Procurement Experience If you're sourcing pharmaceutical packaging equipment from China, like capsule filling machines, tablet presses, or blister packaging machines, you know the risks are high. Quality impacts compliance, downtime costs money, and poor support delays production. With over 20 years of procurement experience in pharmaceutical machinery, in this article I will show you how to avoid scams, followed by a step-by-step guide to choosing a reliable supplier from China.     2. Common Risks When Buying Pharma Machines from China   Before diving into catalogs and comparisons, it's essential to be aware of common problems that many international buyers face when sourcing pharmaceutical machines from China:   1) False Advertising of Machine Quality   It’s very common for buyers to encounter machinery that fails to meet declared specifications. Some suppliers exaggerate machine specification or use substandard materials. For instance, a few years ago I tested a "semi-automatic capsule filling machine" from a supplier in Zhejiang that claimed a separation rate of 99.5%, but in reality, it failed to separate even 60% of capsules properly. The output and quality of the production greatly impacted, which was a huge disappointment.   2) Poorly Written or Missing User Manuals   Pharmaceutical equipment such as capsule fillers, tablet pressing machine or blister packing machines require precise setup and operation, so the manuals and instruction materials are very important. Unfortunately, many Chinese pharmaceutical equipment manufacturers provide only Google-translated documents, lacking critical instructions or diagrams, which is completely usable. Or even worse no manuals at all. This often results in extended setup times, user errors, and additional training costs.   3) Weak After-Sales Support A major concern with some Chinese pharmaceutical equipment manufacturers is unreliable after-sales service. It is reported that many buyers have complained situations where manufacturers overpromised during the sales process but fail to deliver on their commitments once the contract is signed, especially regarding timely spare parts, remote assistance, or warranty follow-up. Delays in service can lead to equipment downtime, disrupting production and risking regulatory compliance.   4) Overemphasis on Low Price Finally, the issue of low-price competition among Chinese manufacturers is a significant concern for buyers. While low-cost machines may seem attractive upfront, they often come with hidden costs such as inferior machine quality, frequent repairs, short service life, bad performance or poor compatibility with GMP requirements. With so many low prices in the market, it is difficult for buyers to differentiate betwe...