Built exclusively for pharmaceutical and ophthalmic eye dropper bottle lines — the BIS-EDB delivers
100% automated inline inspection using 7 industrial cameras, a precision vacuum belt conveyor, and a
unique clamp conveyor system. Every defective bottle is identified and ejected automatically before
it reaches the filling or packaging stage.
📷 7 Industrial Cameras🤖 AI Deep Learning✅ 21 CFR Part 11🔬 Pharma / Ophthalmic🔩 Vacuum + Clamp Conveyor
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Industrial Cameras Full Coverage
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Inspection Zones Per Bottle
25+
Defect Types Detected
100%
Inline Inspection Zero Sampling
Pharmaceutical eye dropper bottles demand 100% visual inspection — manual checking cannot match the precision or speed required for ophthalmic packaging.
The Ophthalmic Packaging Challenge
Eye dropper bottles carry critical medication — defects are not an option
Pharmaceutical eye dropper bottles are small, narrow, and hold precise volumes of sensitive ophthalmic
formulations. Short fill, double shot, contamination, or ratchet failures can compromise patient safety
and trigger costly regulatory recalls.
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Patient safety demands zero-defect output
Contaminated, under-filled, or structurally weak eye dropper bottles directly risk patient safety. Regulatory bodies require documented evidence of 100% inspection for ophthalmic packaging.
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Small bottles, big inspection challenges
Eye dropper bottles have narrow necks, small diameters, and a complex ratchet closure system. Standard conveyor systems cannot hold them steady for reliable inspection — the BIS-EDB's clamp conveyor solves this.
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High-speed lines need automated defect detection
Manual visual inspection at production-line speeds misses critical defects — especially inside contamination, pin holes, and transparency variation that are invisible to the naked eye without controlled illumination.
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21 CFR Part 11 traceability for every batch
Full audit trail, 3-level access control, and Excel-exportable batch reports satisfy GMP documentation requirements — without any manual data entry by operators.
Hardware Overview
Engineered for the narrow geometry of eye dropper bottles
The BIS-EDB features a unique dual-conveyor design — vacuum belt plus clamp conveyor — that keeps
small, narrow eye dropper bottles perfectly stable throughout the inspection chamber, ensuring every
camera captures a clean, consistent image.
✔7 high-resolution industrial cameras with precision machine vision lenses — one per inspection zone
✔Vacuum belt conveyor — 60 mm belt width — narrower belt optimised for small eye dropper bottle footprints
✔Clamp conveyor system — holds bottles from the side for stable, vibration-free positioning during high-speed inspection
✔Dedicated LED illumination per camera and inspection zone — optimised lighting for maximum defect contrast on transparent and translucent bottles
✔21" industrial touchscreen HMI — real-time inspection images showing last 100 defects graphically, with defect frequency statistics
✔Embedded PLC with photo sensor for bottle detection, encoder for synchronised inspection tracking, and pressure sensor
✔Pneumatic rejection system with ejection verification sensor — defective bottles removed automatically without operator intervention
✔UPS for control systems, safety door interlocks, and tower light indication
Capabilities
Purpose-built for pharmaceutical-grade eye dropper bottle inspection
From AI-powered defect detection to one-touch recipe changeover and full 21 CFR Part 11 compliance —
every feature is designed to protect patient safety while minimising downtime on your production floor.
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AI Deep Learning Detection
Advanced neural networks detect micro-level defects — including pin holes, inside contamination, and transparency variation — with minimal false rejects and real-time adaptation to batch changes.
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Last 100 Defects — Live on HMI
The BIS-EDB inspection screen graphically displays the last 100 defective bottles on the 21" touchscreen — so operators can instantly identify recurring mould-cavity issues or process drift.
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3-Level Access Control
User, Supervisor, and Administrator access levels with full audit trail — ensuring only authorised personnel can adjust tolerances or modify inspection recipes, in line with 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.
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Recipe Database & Quick Changeover
Save unlimited bottle-specific inspection settings per SKU. One-touch recipe selection at the next run — no re-calibration needed, no production delay on format changeover.
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Full Traceability & Excel Export
All inspection images, measurement data, and rejection logs are stored for complete traceability. Export batch reports to Excel for QA documentation, regulatory audits, and customer compliance packs.
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Secure Remote Support
Optomech engineers can access the BIS-EDB remotely for fast diagnostics, software updates, and recipe optimisation — minimising downtime without waiting for an on-site visit.
Defect Detection
4 zones. 25+ defect types. Nothing passes.
The BIS-EDB inspects every eye dropper bottle across four dedicated zones — top sealing surface,
outer sidewall, container base, and inside the bottle — each with purpose-built illumination and
camera optics designed for the unique geometry of ophthalmic packaging.
Mouth Pulling — Top / Neck
Ratchet Not Formed
Contamination — Inside
Bottom Weak — Base
Double Shot / Short Shot
Short Fill
Inspection Zone
Defects Detected
🔵 Top Sealing Surface
Black SpotsFlashes & Extra MaterialUnder / Short MouldingOvalityDiameter VariationMouth Pulling
Dark SpotsContaminationTransparency VariationPin HoleShort FillDouble Shot
Software & Compliance
Smart software. Full traceability. 21 CFR Part 11 compliant.
21 CFR Part 113-Level Access ControlGMP ReadyExcel ExportRemote Access
✔Real-time inspection images on 21" HMI — including graphical display of last 100 defective bottles
✔Defect frequency & statistics displayed clearly for shift-by-shift and batch-by-batch monitoring
✔3-level access control (User / Supervisor / Administrator) with full audit trail — 21 CFR Part 11 compliant
✔Operator-defined tolerance limits for each defect parameter — tuned per bottle SKU and saved in the recipe database
✔Recipe database — save and instantly recall inspection settings for every bottle format and size
✔All measurement reports & images stored for complete regulatory traceability and recall support
✔Reports exportable to Excel — share batch data with QA teams, buyers, and regulatory bodies instantly
✔Secure remote access for fast diagnostics, software updates, and performance optimisation from Optomech Hyderabad
See It in Action
BIS-EDB — Eye Dropper Bottle Inspection System in Operation
Watch the BIS-EDB running on a live pharmaceutical eye dropper bottle production line — detecting
defects in real time, rejecting bad bottles automatically, and displaying inspection data on the HMI.
Designed and manufactured at Optomech's facility in Hyderabad, India — specifications are
subject to modification in the interest of product development.
Parameter
Specification
Model
Eye Dropper Bottle Inspection System — BIS-EDB (EDBI)
Application
Pharmaceutical / ophthalmic eye dropper bottles
Number of Cameras
7 high-resolution industrial cameras with machine vision lenses
Illumination
Dedicated LED system per camera / inspection zone
Inspection Zones
Top sealing surface · Outer sidewall · Container base · Inside bottle
Conveyor — Primary
Vacuum belt conveyor — 60 mm belt width
Conveyor — Secondary
Clamp conveyor — side-grip stabilisation for narrow bottles
HMI
21" industrial touchscreen — last 100 defects shown graphically
Control System
Embedded PLC with encoder, photo sensor & pressure sensor
Rejection System
Pneumatic with ejection verification sensor
Power Backup
UPS for control systems
Safety
Safety door interlocks with tower light indication
Software Compliance
21 CFR Part 11 compliant
Access Control
3-level — User / Supervisor / Administrator with audit trail
Data Export
Microsoft Excel (.xlsx) — batch reports, defect logs, images
Remote Access
Secure remote diagnostics and software support
Machine Dimensions (approx.)
2065 mm (W) × 1460 mm (H) × 875 mm (D)
Manufactured by
Optomech Engineers Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad, India
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the BIS-EDB eye dropper bottle inspection system.
The BIS-EDB (Eye Dropper Bottle Inspection System) is a dedicated 100% inline vision inspection machine engineered specifically for pharmaceutical eye dropper bottles. It uses 7 industrial cameras, a vacuum belt conveyor, and a unique clamp conveyor to hold and inspect small-diameter ophthalmic bottles — detecting defects such as short fill, double shot, contamination, ratchet not formed, mouth pulling, and weak base before the bottles leave the production line.
The BIS-EDB uses two conveyor types working together: a vacuum belt conveyor with a 60mm belt width — narrower than standard BIS systems to suit the small footprint of eye dropper bottles — and a clamp conveyor that grips bottles from the side. This dual-conveyor design ensures stable, precise bottle positioning during inspection even at high speed — critical for the small and sometimes irregular shapes of ophthalmic packaging.
The BIS-EDB detects 25+ defect types across 4 zones: Top sealing surface (black spots, flashes, under/short moulding, ovality, diameter variation, mouth pulling), outer sidewall (shape variation, incomplete blowing, colour shade variation, black spots, burn spots, short moulding, extra material, holes, thin wall, stability, thread damage, ratchet not formed, vertical flashes), container base (incomplete blowing, black spots, bottom weak), and inside the bottle (dark spots, contamination, transparency variation, pin holes, short fill, double shot).
Yes. The BIS-EDB software is fully compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 with a 3-level access control system (User, Supervisor, Administrator), complete audit trail, operator-defined tolerance limits per recipe, and exportable batch reports. All inspection images and measurement data are stored for complete regulatory traceability.
Yes. The BIS-EDB is powered by deep learning AI that detects micro-level defects — including contamination, pin holes, and transparency variation inside the bottle — with minimal false rejects. The AI adapts in real time to variations in bottle colour, material batch, and mould condition typical of high-speed pharmaceutical production.
Yes. The BIS-EDB integrates inline on your existing blow-moulding or filling line conveyor. It uses an embedded PLC with photo sensor, encoder, pressure sensor, and pneumatic rejection system — all self-contained in one machine. Installation typically requires minimal line redesign. Remote commissioning support is available from Optomech's Hyderabad facility.
Optomech provides installation and commissioning, operator training, and ongoing after-sales support from its Hyderabad facility. Secure remote access enables fast diagnostics, recipe updates, and software upgrades. On-site service is available across India. Optomech has been manufacturing and servicing vision inspection equipment since 1981.
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