What is a Glass Bottle Measurement System (GBMS)?+
The GBMS is a 100% automated, non-contact optical inspection machine that measures all external dimensions of a glass bottle from its side profile. The operator places the bottle in a fixture; the system automatically rotates it 360°, capturing multiple views in a single inspection cycle. Using a 20 MP CMOS camera and double telecentric lens, it measures dimensions with ±5 µm accuracy in seconds — with no manual handling or subjective judgement.
What accuracy does the GBMS achieve?+
The GBMS achieves ±5 µm measurement accuracy with a 1 µm least count, using a 20 MP CMOS sensor and double telecentric lens with collimated green LED illumination. This is well within the requirements for pharmaceutical packaging compliance, FMCG bottle quality standards, and beverage container specifications.
Which dimensions can GBMS measure on glass bottles?+
GBMS measures all external dimensions visible in the side profile, including overall height, body diameter at multiple points, neck diameter, thread dimensions for screw-cap bottles, shoulder angle, base diameter, and label panel geometry. Because the system auto-rotates the bottle 360°, all circumferential dimensions are captured without re-fixturing.
What models of GBMS are available?+
GBMS is available in three models: GBMS 65 for smaller vials and containers (65 mm field width), GBMS 90 for medium bottles, and GBMS 120 for larger bottles up to 120 mm field width. This covers the full range from pharmaceutical ampoules and vials to large FMCG and beverage bottles.
How long does it take to set up a new bottle inspection template?+
Setting up a new measurement template takes 15–30 minutes. The operator places a reference bottle, defines the measurement points, enters nominal dimensions and tolerances, and saves the template. Once saved, the template can be recalled instantly for all future inspections of that part number — no re-programming needed.
How does GBMS compare to manual gauging?+
Manual gauging with calipers typically takes 3–5 minutes per bottle for a full dimensional check and is operator-dependent. GBMS completes a full dimensional check in seconds, measures every bottle without contact (no scratching, no marking), eliminates operator-to-operator variation, and generates fully traceable digital records automatically — resulting in dramatically higher throughput and consistent repeatability.
Can GBMS generate compliance and audit reports?+
Yes. GBMS generates customisable inspection reports at user-defined frequencies (shift, batch, daily). Reports include measured values, nominal dimensions, tolerance bands, pass/fail status, and statistical data (CPK, average, min, max). Remote access is also available for online support and data retrieval via RJ-45 network interface.
Which industries use the GBMS?+
GBMS is used across pharmaceuticals (injectable glass vials, ampoules, oral liquid bottles), food and beverage (glass bottles), cosmetics and personal care (glass containers), and specialty glass manufacturing. Customers include Hetero Pharma, SGD Pharma, PGP Glass, AGI Greenpac, and Coca-Cola.
