PharmaFlex TCM Horizontal Cartoner

A flexible, high-speed horizontal cartoning system designed for pharmaceutical products. It efficiently loads items like vials, bottles, and blister packs into cartons, offering quick format changes, minimal operator intervention, and optional modules for leaflet insertion and labelling, ensuring seamless performance in regulated environments.
The Horizontal Cartoner is a highly flexible system designed for loading pharmaceutical products, such as flow-wrapped items, into cartons with high throughput or in multiple formats. This versatile machine handles the entire packaging process within a single compact footprint, making it ideal for efficient pharma production lines.

The system performs key functions including carton erecting, product collation, product loading, leaflet insertion, and carton closing using either tuck closure or hot melt glue. With built-in flexibility to manage various formats, the Horizontal Cartoner ensures smooth, continuous operation while minimizing operator intervention.

Designed for facilities with GMP compliance and requiring 21 CFR Part 11 standards, the system is perfect for pharmaceutical environments demanding high-speed packaging, product safety, and traceability, all within a robust, automated solution.

Benefits

  • Trusted Pharma Partner: Proven automation for global pharma leaders.
  • Agile Project Management: Faster lead times with 2-4 week sprints.
  • Easy to Clean: Designed for quick and easy cleaning.
  • Product Integrity Maintained: Careful handling to protect product quality.
  • 21 CFR Part 11 Support: Compliance-ready with audit logs and security features.
  • Turn-Key Solutions: Complete packaging line with integrated OEM equipment.
  • Easy access for line clearance, cleaning and maintenance
  • Large colour touch screen HMI
  • Standard components for mechanics and drives
  • Rapid size change with no tooling required
  • Gentle product handling with servo control
  • Quiet operation under continuous high speeds
  • Extended magazine provides uninterrupted operation
  • Optional integration of a labeller and/or data printer

Processing and packaging solutions for your industry

Bespoke Solutions for Complex Needs

At Tekpak, we pride ourselves on developing customized packaging solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client. With over 20 years of experience, we tackle complex automation challenges that go beyond standard offerings. Whether you need a solution that doesn’t yet exist or something highly specific, we work closely with you to design, manufacture, and implement a system that ensures maximum efficiency, precision, and safety. Tekpak’s bespoke solutions give you a competitive edge in your industry.

Ireland-Based with Global Reach

Located in Wexford, Ireland, Tekpak is a trusted partner to some of the world’s largest life sciences, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies. Our 4,000m² (40,000ft²) factory includes 2,000m² (20,000ft²) dedicated to Full Line Assembly and FAT, allowing us to deliver high-quality, fully assembled solutions. We are committed to providing the best technical solutions to support the long-term success of our clients’ operations, helping them meet industry demands and maintain GMP standards.

Complete Turn-Key Line Solutions

Tekpak provides complete turn-key packaging line solutions, integrating every aspect of automation, from case erecting and product transport to case closing and palletizing. Our systems incorporate OEM equipment such as labellers, printers, and serialization systems, ensuring seamless operation from start to finish. With over 20 years of expertise, Tekpak ensures high efficiency and reliability for full-line automation in industries like food, pharmaceutical, and medical devices, delivering precision and speed with every project.

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Brochure: PharmaFlex TCM Horizontal Cartoner

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Frequently asked questions

What products can the Tekpak Horizontal Cartoner handle?
The Tekpak Horizontal Cartoner can handle single or multiple flow-wrapped pharmaceuticals, food products, or medical devices.
Can the Tekpak Horizontal Cartoner handle different carton sizes?
Yes, Tekpak can fully customize the machine to your specific application, handling all carton sizes and formats.
Does the machine require complex calibration?
No, the 2-Axis Delta Robot requires no calibration for operation.
What type of control systems are available for the machine?
The control systems available are Allen Bradley, Schneider, or Siemens.
Is the Tekpak Horizontal Cartoner suitable for facilities requiring minimal operator intervention?
Yes, it is designed for continuous operation with minimal operator intervention, thanks to features like the extended magazine and optional labeller or data printer integration.

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