MFP 6.5-Ton Pneumatic Cartridge Capping Press

§ 01 · What It Does

Cartridge pressing, modernized.

The MFP replaced the legacy LFP in the Thompson Duke lineup in 2026. It presses and caps filled cartridges with tighter force tolerance, improved serviceability, and a lower-maintenance pneumatic stack. Existing LFP owners continue to receive service support; new orders ship the MFP.

6.5 Ton Pressing Force

Calibrated 6.5-ton force spec with tighter working tolerance than the LFP. Cartridge compression reproducibility is the MFP's headline improvement over its predecessor.

Improved Serviceability

Service-access panels on three sides, modular pneumatic stack that disassembles without tools, and common-part bill of materials across wear components. Service tickets resolve faster and downtime drops.

Low-Maintenance Pneumatic Stack

Redesigned pneumatic circuit with 40% fewer components than the LFP. Lower leak surface area, simpler calibration, longer time between maintenance cycles.

§ 02 · Specifications

Press specs for a 6.5-ton machine.

The MFP is a pneumatic press. Force rating, cycle time, and compatible cartridge sizes are the operative specs for production planning.

Specifications: MFP

Model 2026 · Rev. 2025.08

Weight185 lbs
Dimensions36" H × 17½" W × 16½" D
Minimum Working Pressure20 PSI
Maximum Working Pressure150 PSI
Pneumatic FittingIndustrial ¼" Male
ControlPrecision Analog Control with Precision Regulator
Pressing Force6.5 Ton
Max Cartridge Height6.5"
Cycle Time~1 min (configuration dependent)
Compatible Cartridge Sizes0.5 mL · 1.0 mL · 3.0 mL
Ambient Temperature10–50°C (50–120°F)
PredecessorReplaces LFP
LFP Owner SupportOngoing

§ 03 · Certifications

Built to CSA Z142010 for North American deployment.

Built to CSA Code for Power Press Operation Z142010. GMP-compliant materials and workflow. Note: the MFP is pneumatic-only and does not carry electrical certifications such as cETLus or CE.

CSA

CSA Z142010

Power Press Code

GMP

GMP-Compliant

Materials · Workflow

6.5T

6.5 Ton Rated

Press Force

§ 04 · Documents

Technical documentation and downloads.

Cut sheet and product brochure are public downloads. Operations & maintenance manuals, startup & qualification documentation, and parts catalogs are available through the online store.

Operations & Maintenance Manual

Via Store

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PDF

Startup & Qualification Documentation

§ 05 · Related Machines

Choose your finishing path.

Fill → press, or fill → fasten for twist-on mouthpieces. The MPM is an alternative to pressing, not a step after the MFP.

Automatic FillingNA · cETLus

IZR

Fill Step (Before Press)

The IZR fills cartridges that the MFP then presses. Standard line configuration pairs one IZR with one MFP matched to production volume.

FROM $39,000

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Lower-Force PressPrevious Generation

LFP

4-Ton Alternative

For lighter-duty cartridge pressing where 6.5T isn't required, the LFP delivers 0.5–4T variable force. Contact sales about current availability. Pneumatic-only, no electricity needed.

Contact Sales

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Mouthpiece FasteningNA · cETLus

MPM

Fasten Path (Instead of Press)

For twist-on mouthpieces, the MPM fastens the mouthpiece onto the filled cartridge in place of pressing. A separate fill → fasten path, not a step after the MFP.

Contact Sales

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Semi-Automatic FillingNA · cETLus

SVH

Semi-Auto Fill Alternative

Smaller operations pair the SVH semi-automatic filler with the MFP for benchtop production lines.

FROM $12,500

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§ 06 · Technical Q&A

What operators ask before they buy.

What's the difference between the MFP and the LFP?

The MFP replaces the LFP entirely. Tighter force tolerance, improved serviceability (three-sided access, toolless pneumatic disassembly), and 40% fewer pneumatic components. The LFP service stack remains active for existing owners, but new orders ship the MFP.

Is there an LFP-to-MFP upgrade path?

No. There is no LFP-to-MFP retrofit. LFP owners continue to get service support; MFP-level performance requires a new MFP.

What cartridge sizes does the MFP work with?

0.5 mL, 1.0 mL, and 3.0 mL cartridge formats, covering the common regulated-market sizes. Other cartridge formats may work but are not certified; contact sales for a sample-run validation if your format isn't on the standard list.

What's the cycle time?

Press cycle is approximately one minute depending on configuration. One MFP can support multiple filling machines operating simultaneously, making it a high-throughput station in the production line.

What's the pneumatic requirement?

The MFP uses standard shop air, with a minimum working pressure of 20 PSI and a maximum working pressure of 150 PSI. Pneumatic fitting connection is Industrial ¼" Male. Operating pressure within that range depends on configuration and target force; contact Thompson Duke for setup requirements. Pneumatic calibration guidance is available through the online store.

How does the MFP fit into a production line?

The MFP is the press step in a fill → press workflow: IZR (or SVH) fills cartridges → MFP presses and caps the filled cartridges. The MPM is not a step after the MFP. It is an alternative finishing path for twist-on mouthpieces (fill → fasten), used instead of pressing.

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