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• Packaging of granular products such as sweets, snacks, nuts, and cereals.
• Suitable for free-flowing items requiring precise weight measurement.
• Used in food processing industries for automated bagging operations.
• Ideal for high-volume production lines requiring integrated weighing and bagging.

Typical capacity

Throughput for this class of equipment commonly ranges from 30 to 120 bags per minute, depending on product and bag size.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with appropriate amperage for motors and heating elements.

Bagging format

Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) machines produce various bag styles, including pillow bags, gusseted bags, and block bottom bags.

Product feed

Integrated systems like this are designed for bulk product feeding via hoppers and elevators to a multihead weigher.

Weigher configuration

A 10-head multihead weigher with 2.5-litre buckets is suitable for achieving high accuracy with a range of product densities and target weights.

Footprint

A complete packaging line including elevator, weigher, bagger, and outfeed conveyor will typically require a significant operational footprint, often several metres in length and width.

• What types of film can this machine typically use?

  VFFS machines commonly handle various heat-sealable laminated films, including BOPP, PET/PE, and metallised films, suitable for food packaging.

• Is this line suitable for other products besides sweets?

• What level of automation can be expected?

• What maintenance is typically required for such a line?

• Can the bag size be adjusted?

Form-fill-seal machines hold strong reputations in food packaging for reliability and consistent output. Buyers typically prioritise machines with clear maintenance histories and verified production specifications. Key strengths include versatility across film types and product formats, alongside relatively straightforward operation. When purchasing used units, inspectors should examine seal quality consistency, film tracking accuracy, and the condition of heating elements. Machines from established manufacturers generally command buyer confidence. Downtime for repairs is a common concern, so availability of spare parts and technical support merits careful consideration before acquisition.

General overview for this equipment type