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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 03, 2014
Filed:
Jul. 30, 2007
Carlos Salazar, Barranquilla, CO;
Juan Pablo Manotas, Barranquilla, CO;
Luis Guillermo Velasquez, Barranquilla, CO;
Carlos Salazar, Barranquilla, CO;
Juan Pablo Manotas, Barranquilla, CO;
Luis Guillermo Velasquez, Barranquilla, CO;
Procaps S.A., Barranquilla, CO;
Abstract
The invention relates to a method and apparatus for printing on the surface of soft gelatin capsules during filling. In particular, the invention relates to an apparatus and method for printing a pre-determined figure or symbol on the surface of a soft gelatin capsule while a product is being encapsulated, including means for transporting the gelatin ribbon, inking means and means for shaping the soft capsule, including an injection, molding and die-cutting station and additional printing means.