Manual placement
Simple and flexible but labour-heavy at sustained output.
Cap feeding
Cap feeder for screw caps
Cap feeding can decide whether a capping line is truly automatic. Use this page to compare manual cap placement, elevators, chutes and bowl feeders before requesting a quote.
Cap elevators
Useful where caps can be lifted and presented into a chute or pickup route.
Bowl feeders
Best considered where orientation, sorting and continuous cap presentation are critical.
Shortlist route
Which route is most likely to fit?
Use these checks to decide whether the project is a semi-automatic, compact or automatic inline capping route.
| Project signal | Likely route | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Low output and many cap types | Manual cap placement | Keeps the system simple while changeovers remain easy. |
| Repeat cap format | Cap elevator or chute | Reduces manual handling and supports more consistent output. |
| Orientation-sensitive caps | Bowl feeder or project-specific feed | Helps present caps correctly before tightening. |
Related routes
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FAQ
Questions buyers ask
Do all capping machines need a cap feeder?
No. Low-volume work may use manual placement, while automatic lines often need a feed route.
Can one feeder run many caps?
Sometimes, but cap diameter, height, weight and shape must be checked.
What should I send for cap feed checks?
Send loose caps, closed caps, any liners, caps from multiple batches and the target output.
Ready to shortlist?
Send the bottle, cap and target output.
Lancing UK will help identify whether you need a semi-automatic capper, compact capper, inline spindle capper or specialist cap feeding route.