Ilapak Carerra 1000 Flow Wrapper

• Packaging individual food items such as bakery products, confectionery, and fresh produce.
• Wrapping non-food items like medical devices, small hardware, and cosmetic products.
• Creating hermetically sealed packages for extended shelf life and product protection.
• High-speed primary packaging in automated production lines.

Typical capacity

Units in this class commonly achieve speeds of 50 to 200 packages per minute, depending on product size and film type.

Power supply

Typically requires a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with varying amperage based on configuration.

Film materials

Suitable for a range of heat-sealable films, including OPP, laminates, and some barrier films.

Product dimensions

Designed to handle products within a specific range of lengths, widths, and heights, which are adjustable for this class of machine.

Machine footprint

For this type of flow wrapper, a typical footprint can range from 3 to 6 metres in length, including infeed and outfeed conveyors.

Infeed system

Commonly features an automatic infeed, such as the peg chain system mentioned, for precise product spacing and transfer.

Printing capability

Units like this often integrate thermal transfer or hot foil printers for date coding, batch numbers, or simple graphics.

• What is a flow wrapper?

  A flow wrapper is a horizontal form-fill-seal machine that creates a continuous pillow-pack style bag around a product using a single roll of film, sealing it longitudinally and with two end seals.

• What kind of products can be packaged by an Ilapak Carerra 1000?

• What does 'peg chain infeed' mean?

• Is it possible to integrate this machine into an existing production line?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used flow wrapper?

• What should I consider when buying a used flow wrapper?

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