Softgel equipment refers to the process of sealing a specific quantity of liquid into spherical or elliptical soft capsules, which can be produced using either the drop or compression method. Softgel equipment commonly employs compression machines to manufacture gel sheets and adhesive strips by dissolving gelatin with glycerin and water. The powder is then placed between two gel sheets, adjusting the thickness and evenness of the gel strip, before being pressed into shape using steel molds. Since the 1990s, China's softgel equipment industry has entered a new phase, with the number of manufacturing equipment and enterprises skyrocketing, and nearly all regions across the country now have softgel production facilities.

The production of soft capsules requires precise control of the density of the liquid, gel, and cooling fluid to ensure a certain settling speed for the capsules while allowing ample time for cooling. The equipment for soft capsule manufacturing is simple, cost-effective, and produces minimal waste during the production process, resulting in low product costs.