AF-YM40 Compact Rotary Coffee Capsule Filling & Sealing Machine
A lower-investment way to move from manual or small-batch work into automatic capsule production.
Developed by AFPAK’s Wenzhou R&D team, YM40 is a compact pneumatic rotary machine for Nespresso-compatible capsules, K-Cup-compatible cups and other relatively simple cup formats.
It gives manufacturers a practical route into automatic commercial production without starting with the floor space, investment and complexity of a larger production platform.
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Compact Outside. More Thoughtful Engineering Inside.
The machine is small, but the filling drive, dosing control, film handling, sealing, electrical system and startup logic are designed around real production use.
Six Stations in a Compact Footprint
Six production stations are integrated around one compact rotary table, keeping the machine practical for factories where floor space matters.
3000 RPM Servo Motor + Reducer
The powder filling system combines a 3000 RPM servo motor with a reducer, allowing a relatively small drive assembly to deliver stronger auger-driving torque.
Micro-Dosing Control Logic
The filling program uses a micro-dosing control approach derived from pharmaceutical powder filling principles, giving finer control over auger movement at small doses.
More Accurate Film Placement
The film handling system is designed to reduce shifting and improve the consistency of film position before sealing.
More Consistent Heat Sealing
The sealing system is designed for more even contact and a firmer, more repeatable finished seal.
Flexible Configuration for Different Products
YM40 can be configured around the product, cup and sealing method, with filling and downstream options selected for the actual application.
Schneider Electrical Components
Key electrical control components use Schneider products, with broad international availability for replacement parts.
Safe Startup Logic + Complete Documentation
After the start button is held for 3 seconds, an audible warning reminds operators to remove their hands from the working area before the production cycle begins.
Operating and maintenance documentation is supplied with the machine.
Build the Product Before You Build the Large Production Line
A new capsule project does not always need maximum capacity from day one. First, you need to confirm the product, packaging format and real market demand.
YM40 provides automatic commercial production while keeping initial investment, floor space and operating complexity under control.
From Your Sample to the First Production Run
Send Samples
Provide the cup, sealing material and filling product.
Confirm Configuration
Confirm tooling, filling structure and sealing method.
Test with Actual Materials
AFPAK tests the machine using the confirmed production materials.
Install & Start Production
Position the machine, connect utilities, confirm settings and begin production.
From Material Loading to Continuous Production
Load Empty Cups
Load the configured capsule or cup format into the cup-feeding system.
Add the Filling Product
Load ground coffee, instant powder, cocoa, matcha or another configured product.
Prepare the Sealing Material
Load the pre-cut lids or install roll film, depending on the machine configuration.
Set Production Parameters
- Filling amount
- Auger settings
- Sealing temperature
- Production settings
Run Sample Cups
- Check filling weight
- Check film or lid position
- Check sealing quality
Start Continuous Production
After sample approval, hold the start button for 3 seconds. An audible warning sounds before the automatic cycle begins.
Capsule Formats Produced on YM40
Nespresso-Compatible Capsules
YM40 can be configured with dedicated tooling for Nespresso-compatible capsule production.
K-Cup-Compatible Cups
Dedicated tooling can also be configured for compatible K-Cup-style products.
What Can YM40 Fill?
Powder
- Ground coffee
- Instant coffee powder
- Cocoa powder
- Matcha powder
- Other suitable powders
Liquid
A suitable liquid dosing structure can be selected according to filling volume, viscosity and hygiene requirements.
Paste
Higher-viscosity products can use a suitable paste filling structure selected around the actual product.
Pre-Cut Lid or Roll Film
Pre-Cut Lid Type
Individual pre-cut lids are automatically picked and positioned before heat sealing.
Roll Film Type
Continuous roll film is automatically fed and cut before sealing.
Six Stations. One Complete Production Cycle.
Cup Loading + No-Cup / No-Fill Detection
Empty cups are loaded into the rotary mold. If no cup is detected, filling is not activated.
Filling + Hopper Nitrogen
Product is dosed into the cup while nitrogen can be introduced into the hopper.
Sealing-Surface Cleaning
Powder around the cup rim is cleaned before sealing. Optional flavor dosing can also be integrated here.
Lid Placement / Roll Film Cutting
Depending on the configuration, the machine places a pre-cut lid or feeds and cuts roll film for sealing.
Heat Sealing
The sealing material is heat sealed to the cup.
Cup Output
Finished cups are discharged automatically. Inline weighing and rejection can be added as an option.
See YM40 Running in Real Production
Watch the filling, cup handling, sealing and rotary process working together in a real production cycle.
YM40 or RN1S — Which Machine Fits Your Current Stage?
| Comparison | AF-YM40 | AF-RN1S |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Starting automatic commercial production | Flexible commercial production with more expansion capability |
| Production Speed | 30–40 cups/min | 50–60 capsules/min |
| Machine Platform | Compact pneumatic six-station rotary platform | Larger rotary platform with more working space |
| Cup / Capsule Flexibility | Best suited to standard or relatively simple cup structures | Wider format flexibility and more room for changeover configurations |
| Nitrogen Flushing | Nitrogen flushing inside the filling hopper | 10+ nitrogen channels can be configured for more complete nitrogen flushing and lower residual oxygen |
| Optional Functions | Core options available within the compact machine structure | More space for inspection, auxiliary functions and future production upgrades |
| Factory Space | Very compact footprint | Larger footprint |
| Initial Investment | Lower | Higher |
| Recommended Stage | Product launch and initial commercial production | Longer-term production where flexibility and expansion matter more |
Choose YM40 when compact size, lower initial investment and straightforward automatic production are the priority. Choose RN1S when you need wider format flexibility, more optional functions, more complete nitrogen flushing or greater room for future expansion.
AF-YM40 Technical Specifications
| Model | AF-YM40 |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | Compact Pneumatic Rotary Filling & Sealing Machine |
| Working Stations | 6 |
| Production Speed | 30–40 cups/min |
| Suitable Cup Formats | Nespresso Compatible / K-Cup Compatible / Customized Simple Cup Formats |
| Filling Applications | Powder / Liquid / Paste, depending on filling system |
| Sealing Options | Pre-Cut Lid / Roll Film |
| Powder Filling Drive | 3000 RPM Servo Motor + Reducer |
| Nitrogen Configuration | Hopper nitrogen flushing |
| Main Electrical Components | Schneider |
| Power Supply | 220V, 1 Phase, 50/60Hz |
| Machine Size | Approx. 650 × 650 × 1650 mm |
| Machine Weight | Approx. 400 kg |
| Typical Lead Time | Approx. 4 Weeks |
Final specifications depend on cup format, filling material, filling volume, sealing material and selected configuration.
Packed for Export.
Ready for Delivery.
After final preparation, each YM40 is wrapped for transport protection, packed securely inside an export wooden case, clearly identified and prepared for shipment.
Protective Wrapping
The machine is fully wrapped to help protect surfaces against moisture, dust and transport-related contact.
Export Wooden Case
The wrapped machine is packed inside an export wooden case and secured for transportation.
Loaded for Shipment
The packed crate is loaded for transport and prepared for international shipment.
Shipment Identification
Each shipment is clearly marked before dispatch for easier receiving and identification.
Frequently Asked Questions About YM40
What capsule formats can YM40 produce?
YM40 is suitable for Nespresso-compatible capsules, K-Cup-compatible cups and other customized cup formats with relatively simple internal structures.
Can YM40 use both pre-cut lids and roll film?
Yes. YM40 can be configured with automatic pre-cut lid handling or roll-film feeding and cutting.
What products can YM40 fill?
Typical powder applications include ground coffee, instant coffee, cocoa and matcha. Suitable liquid and paste dosing systems can also be configured according to the product.
What nitrogen flushing can YM40 provide?
The current YM40 configuration supports nitrogen flushing inside the filling hopper. Because of the compact machine structure, it does not provide the same multi-point nitrogen system as RN1S. Projects requiring more complete nitrogen flushing and lower residual oxygen are better suited to RN1S .
Can flavor dosing, weight checking and rejection be added?
Yes. Optional flavor dosing can be integrated into the production process, while inline weight checking and automatic rejection can be added at the finished-product output.
How is YM40 different from RN1S?
YM40 is smaller and has a lower entry threshold. RN1S provides higher output, wider format flexibility, more optional functions, 10+ nitrogen channels and more room for future expansion.
How should YM40 be cleaned after production?
Remove remaining product, clean the product-contact filling parts, inspect the sealing area and complete a basic check of sensors, air supply and moving components before the next production batch.
What information should I send before ordering?
Send your cup sample or drawing, filling product, target filling volume, sealing material and expected production output. Standard configurations typically require approximately four weeks, depending on tooling and final configuration.
Send Us Your Product. We’ll Confirm the Right YM40 Configuration.
Send AFPAK your cup, filling product, filling volume and expected output. We can then evaluate the suitable tooling, filling system and sealing configuration.
