Special Handling & Feeding Systems Built for Pharmaceutical Production

Tekpak provides special handling and feeding systems tailored to the pharmaceutical sector, with solutions designed for compliance with GMP and 21 CFR Part 11. Our systems include overhead conveying, lane management, and non-contact product transport to support secure, efficient, and traceable movement of pharmaceutical products. Tekpak also specialises in nest and tray handling, delivering fully customised systems that integrate seamlessly into cleanroom and high-performance regulated operations.

  • Customisable product handling and feeding systems for pharma
  • GMP and 21 CFR Part 11 compliant design
  • Overhead conveying, lane management, and non-contact systems
  • Secure, non-contact product transport for pharmaceutical environments
  • Seamless integration into cleanroom and full production lines
  • Specialised nest and tray handling for pharmaceutical applications
  • Designed for high-speed, compliant product handling

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Special Handling & Feeding Applications for Pharma

The original page presents these as the core proof points for the system range, covering merging, leaflet insertion, canister loading, vial handling, tray loading, and blister orientation.
4 to 1 lane merging system for packaging line integration
4-to-1 Lane Merging System
A high-efficiency lane merging system designed to combine multiple product streams with speed and logic control. It features easy belt changes, quick cleaning, PLC-controlled recipe selection, and seamless integration into full lines for tray rotation and labelling.
Automated leaflet inserter with vision inspection pharmaceutical packaging
Automated Leaflet Inserter with Pharmacode Verification
A system for inserting pre-folded and tabbed leaflets directly into cartons. It uses a vertical leaflet magazine, pneumatic release, and vision inspection to verify carton contents and leaflet/pharmacode accuracy.
Rotary Leaflet Feeder for Continuous Cartoners Pharmaceutical Packaging System
Continuous Motion Rotary Leaflet Feeder
A fully automated leaflet feeder built to work with high-speed cartoners. It synchronises leaflet delivery with cartoner motion to maintain precise placement and reduce manual intervention.
Automated tub loading and tub capping line packaging system
A fully automated tub loading and tub capping line
A high-throughput system designed to handle two streams of tablets directly from a tablet press machine. The line increases throughput significantly while maintaining smooth, precise handling of up to 2,000 tablets per minute.
Blister Orientation System
Product Inverting Belt 180° for Stacked Blister Packages
A specialised blister orientation system for controlling stacked blister packs. It can invert or maintain orientation as required and prepares nested formats for downstream packaging.
3-Axis Pick and Place - MDI Canister Tray Loader (1)
MDI Canister Tray Loading with Linear Buffer Accumulation
A tray-loading system for MDI canisters with linear buffer accumulation, keeping product flowing continuously while maintaining high throughput and stable tray loading.
Safe Product Handling of Pharma Vials with Dynamic Divert
Safe Product Handling of Pharma Vials with Dynamic Divert
A controlled vial-handling solution for pharmaceutical lines, designed to maintain smooth product flow and secure handling while supporting GAMP 5-aligned project documentation.
2-to-1 Lane Merging System
A high-speed lane merging solution designed for wrapped and unwrapped trays. It supports efficient product feeding into a single-lane infeed case packer or robotic top-loader while maintaining throughput and line balance.

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Navigate Tekpak’s pharma automation systems across the full packaging line.

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Why Choose Tekpak Automation?

Processing and packaging solutions for your industry

Modular Solutions for Complex Needs

At Tekpak, we pride ourselves on developing customised 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 does not 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.

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 factory includes 2,000m² dedicated to Full Line Assembly and FAT, allowing us to deliver high-quality, fully assembled solutions that support GMP standards and long-term operational success.

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 loading, closing, and palletising. Our systems also incorporate OEM equipment such as labellers, printers, and serialisation systems, ensuring seamless operation from start to finish.

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Your Flexible, Turn-Key Packaging Solutions

Product Flexibility

No matter your industry, from food to pharmaceuticals, our packaging systems handle diverse products with precision and care.

Format Flexibility

Easily switch between multiple formats and pack styles with fully automated, fast-reaction changeovers for faster production.

Seamlessly Integrated Systems

Our expertise in system integration ensures complete solutions, from labelling to serialisation, delivering customisable, industry-compliant packaging lines.

Dedicated Technical Support

Our dedicated technical support team and SLA-backed service help keep your packaging systems running efficiently for years.

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Trusted by Leading Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

The machine has been running fantastically. We have been running pretty much 24/7 for the last 2-3 months, passing 60-70k components through the machine daily, so have probably loaded in the region of 5M components already this year!
A Major UK Based Manufacturer of Meter Dose Inhaler (MDI) ProductsHead of Projects & Process Development
We have been using your equipment now on our Packaging Line for a number of weeks, and it is consistently performing with little or no issue.   For a transfer of pouches that I would have had quite a bit of concern about, it is great to see the consistent reliability and functionality of your equipment.
Top 5 Global Pharmaceutical CompanyEngineering Manager
I have been extremely impressed with your installation and commissioning team over the past 2 weeks.   The commitment shown and the work ethics is a credit to your business.   The team in the area have been involved through out and everyone has been very positive about the new equipment.
Multi-National Food GroupOperations Manager
What impressed us most about Tekpak was the attention to detail on the initial concept and proposal. It was clear that they had considered the risks and come up with technical solutions to address these.
Top 10 Global Pharmaceutical CompanySenior Project Manager
Tekpak team! Just passing by to say it was a great (and busy) year. I want to say thanks! It was an excellent learning working with you guys on the projects and I look forward for the next steps and new projects for next year!
Top 20 Global Pharmaceutical CompanyProject Manager
The pick and place system is virtually maintenance free. We got pay-back in under a year, increased throughput and saved on labour & material costs
Top 50 Global Pharmaceutical CompanySite Manager
Tekpak are forward thinking and developed Lean processes, easy to work with and very professional, met deadlines with good attention to detail and organised meetings and review of URS to insure delivery on time.
Multi-National FMCG ManufacturerFactory Manager
We have completed several projects with Tekpak and have always found them to deliver professional, well managed projects with excellent after sales support.
Multi-National Food ManufacturerEngineering Manager
There were only a handful of companies who were able to develop a technical solution for our application. We were very pleased that we chose Tekpak.
Top 10 Global Pharmaceutical CompanySenior Director R&D
Tekpak were able to come up with an innovative solution that no other supplier could match. We have found them approachable and professional.
Top 10 Global Pharmaceutical CompanyProject Manager

Supporting Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Globally

Ireland

Ireland-based engineering and full-line assembly support for pharmaceutical manufacturers.
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UK & Europe

Automation solutions tailored for regulated pharmaceutical environments across the UK and Europe.
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Global Markets

Trusted by leading pharmaceutical companies worldwide for high-performance packaging automation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are special handling and feeding systems?
These are customised pharmaceutical systems used to move, merge, buffer, orient, and feed products safely and efficiently into downstream packaging equipment.
Can Tekpak systems handle non-contact product transport?
Yes. The systems are designed to support non-contact transfer, overhead conveying, and secure product movement in regulated environments.
Are the systems suitable for tray and nest handling?
Yes. Tekpak builds systems for tray handling, nest handling, lane merging, and other specialised product flow requirements.
Do you offer leaflet feeding and insertion systems?
Yes. We provide leaflet feeders and leaflet insertion systems, including options with pharmacode verification and vision inspection.
Can these systems integrate into existing packaging lines?
Yes. Tekpak designs special handling and feeding systems to integrate into complete packaging lines with cartoners, case packers, and end-of-line equipment.
Are these systems GMP and 21 CFR Part 11 ready?
Yes. The systems are designed with GMP principles in mind and can be configured to support 21 CFR Part 11 compliant operation.
Do you provide validation support?
Yes. Tekpak supports validation and documentation as part of our regulated packaging projects, following GAMP 5 methodology.

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Whether you need a special feeding system, a lane merging solution, or a fully integrated pharmaceutical handling line, Tekpak can deliver a system tailored to your requirements.
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