VBM 200F - McKesson Canada

Safely and efficiently automates the filling and verification of multi-dose blister cards in a single process

Immune to distraction and fatigue

Handles a high volume of blister cards

Safely and efficiently automates the filling and verification of multi-dose blister cards in a single process

Immune to distraction and fatigue

Handles a high volume of blister cards
Brief Overview

Consistent verification
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VBM fills and verifies blister cards consistently, quickly and securely.
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The entire packaging process is photographed and all data is safely stored for reporting and future reference.
Improved efficiency
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You can fill, verify and seal up to 40 multi-dose blister cards per hour.
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Two filling trays for non-canister medications and partial pills enable seamless, continuous filling.

Increased accuracy
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Using unique and proven vision technology, the content of each and every blister cup is verified.
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Pill verification is based on pill size, shape and colour, as well as quantity.

Consistent verification
Improved efficiency

Increased accuracy
VBM 200F FAQ

What is the VBM 200F and how does it automate blister-card preparation and verification?
VBM 200F is an automated robotic solution that streamlines multi-dose blister card preparation and verification in one unified workflow. It fills, verifies, and seals blister cards while capturing image data for complete traceability.

How many blister cards per hour can the VBM 200F complete and what efficiency gains can we expect?
VBM 200F can fill, verify, and seal up to 40 multi-dose blister cards per hour, delivering efficiency without compromising accuracy.

What accuracy and safety features does the VBM 200F include to reduce errors in blister-card packaging?
VBM 200F uses advanced vision technology to verify pill content in each blister cup by size, shape, color, and count. The entire packaging process is photographed and archived for reporting and audit; delivering confidence in every step.

Which pharmacy operations (retail, long-term care, central fill) is the VBM 200F best suited for?
VBM 200F is ideal for high-volume blister-card packaging environments, including retail pharmacies with growing multi-dose needs, long-term care packaging centers, and central-fill operations—where throughput, traceability, and error reduction are essential.

From a finance/procurement angle, what factors should we evaluate when comparing the ROI of the VBM 200F?
Key factors include labour cost savings from automating manual blister-card preparation, reduced error-related waste and liability, increased throughput to support business growth, and space-efficient automation. These benefits should be weighed against capital investment, integration costs, and staffing or training adjustments.

How does the VBM 200F compare to semi-automated bladder-card machines or purely manual processes in terms of throughput and error risk?
VBM 200F delivers dramatically higher throughput - up to 40 blister cards per hour - with built-in verification that eliminates the risk of distraction or fatigue. Unlike semi-automated systems, it offers a fully integrated fill-and-verify workflow, removing the need for separate verification steps and streamlining the entire process.

What are the technical or infrastructure requirements for installing a VBM 200F in a pharmacy or packaging centre?
Pharmacies should plan for dedicated floor space (one source cites an approximate footprint of 2,500 x 1,500 mm), network connectivity for data and image storage, and staffing and training to support continuous two-tray filling.

How does the VBM 200F support compliance, traceability, and audit-friendly workflows for blister-card packaging?
VBM 200F combines filling and verification in a single process while capturing images and storing data for each blister card. This ensures complete traceability of what medications were packed, when, and by whom—supporting audit requirements, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

What size or type of blister card configurations can the VBM 200F handle (e.g., matrix/row configurations, partial pills)?
VBM 200F is built for multi-dose blister cards and supports two filling trays, including one for non-canister medications and partial pills enabling seamless and continuous filling.

What real-world feedback have users reported after deploying the VBM 200F in their pharmacy operations?
Real-world feedback from a pahrmacy using VBM 200F “Since we acquired the VBM 200F™, we’ve saved a drastic amount of time in both filling and checking blister cards. With the ability to digitally review packs, our patients are less at risk of a medication error—which gives me peace of mind.”
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