The FP 18-1 can process plastic tubes as well as metal and laminate tubes, in content sizes ranging from 1.5 mL to 400 mL. This volume is due to the machine’s ability to handle tube lengths of 60 to 250 mm and tube diameters of 10 to 60 mm (for metal tubes, the maximum is 50 mm). It is the first model in a completely new generation of machines, and displays many of the design elements found in the high-performance range. With this machine type, OYSTAR IWK plans to offer the market a powerful machine that can be adapted to demanding requirements through a number of additional options, while maintaining an affordable base model. OYSTAR IWK promises "a powerful and ergonomic tube filler at an attractive price." (...)