Cartoning system for triangular cheese portions

Streamline your cheese packaging process with precision-oriented cartoning designed specifically for triangular portions, maximizing efficiency in your production line while ensuring secure and consistent product handling.

Packages Triangular Cheese Portions Efficiently

The SF1, SF100, and SF3 from IMA Group are high-speed automatic cartoning machines specifically designed for packaging triangular portions of processed cheese. These machines stand out by seamlessly integrating into existing food production lines, handling between 30 and 75 boxes per minute based on model choice. Their robust design ensures precise packaging, sorting triangular wedges into round boxes with up to four layers per bundle, optimizing throughput for dairy operations. The equipment is capable of using sustainable and recyclable packaging materials, incorporating energy-saving motorization and optional vacuum pumps to minimize compressed air consumption. It supports efficient setup and integration, featuring user-friendly automation controls for real-time monitoring and adjustment. With a focus on reducing power waste by reutilizing kinetic energy, these machines help lower operational costs. Durable construction and efficient operation make the SF series ideal for cheese manufacturers seeking reliable and sustainable packaging solutions.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational efficiency by packaging up to 75 boxes per minute.
  • Lowers energy costs through energy-saving motorization that recycles kinetic energy.
  • Decreases manual labor with fully automated carton loading and sealing processes.
  • Supports sustainability goals with the ability to use recyclable packaging materials.
  • Integrates seamlessly into existing dairy production lines, minimizing installation disruptions.

General


Applications
Dairy products,Processed cheese
End products
Individually wrapped cheese triangles,Processed cheese wedges,Triangular processed cheese portions
Steps before
Cheese Processing,Cutting,Triangular Portioning
Steps after
Packing,Distribution
Input ingredients
triangular portions of processed cheese,round boxes,bundle configuration,box magazine
Output ingredients
closed boxes,formed bundle of portions,cheese packaging,sustainable packaging materials,recyclable packaging materials
Market info
IMA is known for its expertise in manufacturing automated packaging machines and solutions, particularly for the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea, and coffee industries, offering innovative, high-quality equipment and comprehensive customer service.

Technical Specifications


Production capacity
Up to 35 boxes/min (SF1)
Production capacity
Up to 75 boxes/min (SF100)
Full load current
3P x 400 Volt – 50 Hz – 2 Amp (SF1)
Full load current
3P x 400 Volt – 50 Hz – 4 Amp (SF100)
Compressed air consumption
150 Nl/min (min op. pressure 6 bar) (SF1)
Compressed air consumption
230 Nl/min (min op. pressure 6 bar) (SF100)
Vacuum
10 m³/h (op. vacuum 600 ± 50 mm Hg) (SF1)
Vacuum
4 m³/h (op. vacuum 600 ± 50 mm Hg) (SF100)
Weight
1,000 Kg Approx. (SF1)
Weight
1,700 Kg Approx. (SF100)
Box configurations
6/6 – 8/8 – 12/12
Box dimensions
A (min ÷ max) 112 max,B (min ÷ max) 85 max
Layers
1 ÷ 4

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Automatic cartoning for triangular portions
Integrated Steps
Boxing,opening,lid separation,capping
Production Capacity
30 to 75 boxes/min
Energy Efficiency
Kinetic energy reuse
Automation Level
Automatic
Compressed Air Usage
150 Nl/min to 230 Nl/min
Vacuum Usage
4 to 10 m³/h

Material Compatibility


Recyclable Packaging Materials
Yes
Sustainable Materials
Yes
Cheese Compatibility
Yes

Physical Characteristics


Machine weight
1,000 Kg Approx. / 1,700 Kg Approx.
Box configuration
6/6 – 8/8 – 12/12
Box dimensions
112 max. x 85 max.
Layer capacity
1 ÷ 4

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC-controlled
Integration possibilities
In line with FF Series equipment
Box configuration options
4 layers max
Sustainable features
Kinetic energy sharing and vacuum pumps