Abstract: A method and an apparatus for arranging capped capsules in a single direction, whereby many capped empty capsules are put one by one into receiving holes which are moving mechanically and while capped empty capsules are being moved, those which were put in with their cap facing upwardly are left to move as they are but those which were put in with their cap facing downwardly are turned upside down so that capped empty capsules facing in the same direction can be supplied to a filling machine.

Abstract: A machine for filling capsules with chemicals and for capping such capsules is very complicated and should be very efficient. In order to reduce the burden on such a machine and to simplify its structure, this invention provides a separate device positioned ahead of such a machine for selecting and removing from the capsules being supplied to such a machine such unsatisfactory capsules as capsules deformed into an oval form and the like. In addition, this device prevents the occurance of conditions causing the machine to be stopped because of the accumulation of capsules in the passages therethrough and thereby allows the machine to run smoothly and effectively.