Precise and high-performance packaging solutions
The e-liquid market imposes high standards regarding regulatory compliance and product safety. Manufacturers must rely on packaging machines adapted to their constraints: dosing a multitude of recipes. The cleanability of the machine is essential in this sector: both in terms of simplicity and speed of execution.
Fillers, cappers, labelers, and monoblocks constitute the essential equipment for building a packaging line adapted to e-liquid bottles (10 ml to 250 ml).
Fillers: mastering dosing
The filler is the first step in e-liquid packaging. It must ensure precise dosing (especially for nicotine liquids) and adapt to different viscosities (PG/VG).
Two dosing techniques are suitable for this sector:
- the peristaltic pump,
- or piston dosing.
CDA offers both techniques and can include them on the same filler to allow dosing of all recipes on it.
K-One: Filling e-liquid bottles requires high precision, particularly if the chosen process is semi-automatic. The K-One peristaltic pump, designed by CDA, offers one of the best filling accuracies on the market with an error margin of +/- 1%. Its high speed allows filling up to 1,500 bottles of 10 ml per hour.
The main advantages of peristaltic pump filling are:
- Good filling accuracy,
- Quick format changes (only changing the tube to change recipes),
- High cleanability (the liquid does not contact the pump body),
- Excellent adaptation to small containers, particularly for doses between 1 ml and 1 L.
The disadvantages are:
- High use of “consumables”: tubes may need frequent replacement to match the dosed recipe,
- Its speed may not be sufficient for large volumes.
Cappers: safety and compliance
E-liquid bottles require safety caps and dropper tips. The consistency of capping is essential to ensure market compliance.
At CDA, the VS 100, a compact semi-automatic capper, ensures precise torque control. Easy to use, the VS 100 is equipped with two-hand controls and allows adjustment of the screwing torque directly on the head.
For an automatic solution, we offer the VS 400, which has the same features as the VS100 but in automatic mode.
CDA also designed and manufactured the VS 2000, an enclosed automatic capping machine offering both automatic feeding AND automatic capping of caps. Versatile, capable of handling a wide range of caps from Ø20 mm to 75 mm, this capper can be equipped with a gripper or lug head.
A vibrating bowl delivers caps to a multi-format belt conveyor, equipped with a cap presence detection sensor. A drawer system then conveys the cap to the capping head of the VS 2000. The capping, as well as torque adjustment, are performed by a brushless motor. The VS 2000 provides a high-performance, reliable automatic capping solution to meet your packaging needs.
Labelers: enhancement and regulation
Labeling in the e-liquid sector is highly regulated: pictograms, nicotine level, legal notices, batch numbers.
To meet sector requirements and specific needs for e-liquid formats, CDA designed and manufactured the Ninette Auto Mini.
The Ninette Auto Mini is a semi-automatic labeler for small cylindrical products. Its adjustable and interchangeable applicator allows labeling containers 20 mm in diameter. Ultra-compact, this labeling machine is effective for small productions, offering a speed of 10 products per minute.
For automatic labeling, the Solo is recommended. Designed for applying a self-adhesive label, this machine has a pacing system that conveys containers to the labeling station. The labeling station (3-point technique) ensures fast, precise, and efficient application of self-adhesive labels. The Solo labeler speed can reach 25 products per minute.
Monoblocks: compactness and optimization
For manufacturers seeking a compact solution, monoblocks combine several functions in a single machine.
The E-Fill, one of CDA’s monoblocks, integrates filling, capping, and labeling in an optimized structure, ideal for packaging e-liquid bottles.
Monoblocks act as a complete line and notably allow:
- Perfect space saving,
- Good operation synchronization,
- Optimized investment.
The E-Fill SW is another of our monoblock machines. It offers two distinct operating modes to meet your production needs:
- In full automatic mode, ideal for large product series, it integrates the Pick & Place system, which ensures automatic placement and capping of caps.
- In switch mode, it is suitable for small and medium series, allowing manual placement of caps on bottles. This switch mode provides flexibility without requiring tedious handling or adjustments.
The E-Fill SW speed can reach up to 3,000 bottles per hour (50 products per minute) for 10 ml formats. Additionally, it can be equipped with two labeling stations, allowing the application of 2 self-adhesive labels per container.
Do you have an e-liquid packaging project or want to modernize your current line?
Our experts guide you in choosing your filler, capper, labeler, or monoblock. Contact us for a personalized solution adapted to your production speed.
FAQ: E-liquid packaging machines
Which filler should I choose to dose a 10 ml e-liquid bottle?
For small formats, a precise and flexible filler is essential. The K-One is particularly suitable for small and medium volumes. For a more compact solution integrating filling, capping, and labeling, the E-Fill monoblock is a perfect alternative.
How can I ensure precise dosing?
Dosing accuracy is essential in the e-liquid market. Using a peristaltic pump ensures reliable, consistent filling, compliant with regulatory requirements, even for small volumes such as 10 ml.
Can multiple bottle formats be packaged on the same machine?
Yes. CDA machines are designed to be modular and allow quick format changes. This is particularly useful in the e-liquid sector where there are many references, both in volume and recipes (10 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml…).
Why choose a monoblock for e-liquid packaging?
A monoblock centralizes filling, capping, and labeling operations in a single machine. Result:
- Space saving,
- Synchronization of operations,
- Reduced handling,
- Controlled investment.
It is a particularly relevant solution for manufacturers seeking compactness and automation.
