Cheese packaging system for mixed cheese types

Optimize your cheese production line by seamlessly integrating a system designed for efficiently mixing and stacking various individually wrapped cheese types, ensuring precise packaging and enhanced product variety with minimal manual intervention.

Mixes and Stacks Individually Wrapped Cheese

The IWS MixStacker from the Natec Network is an innovative solution designed to seamlessly mix and stack individually wrapped cheese slices into diverse product packs. Its unique ability to synchronize with the FreePack®2000 allows it to merge different cheese types into a single stack automatically, enhancing product variety without manual input. This system is ideal for cheese manufacturers looking to expand their product line with mixed cheese variety packs, ready-to-serve portions, and more.

Capable of producing up to 140 stacks per minute, the MixStacker fits effortlessly into high-speed operations, ensuring continuous product flow. Its inline integration with existing systems minimizes disruptions and maximizes efficiency. Designed according to CE guidelines, the MixStacker supports hygiene and safety with easy-to-clean components.

The equipment’s compact design (1,800 x 700 x 1,400 mm) ensures a space-efficient setup, and it operates at 400 V, 50 Hz, 3-phase / 8 kVA. Customization options and format adjustments provide flexibility to adapt the system to specific production requirements, while its robust construction supports reliable performance across various food industries, including dairy, processed foods, and plant-based product manufacturing.

Benefits

  • Enhances product diversity by integrating seamlessly with existing FreePack® systems for mixed cheese pack creation.
  • Increases operational efficiency with automatic, high-speed stacking of up to 140 stacks per minute.
  • Eliminates manual handling, reducing labor costs and improving workplace safety.
  • Easily adapts to specific production needs with customizable format and execution options.
  • Complies with CE guidelines, ensuring safety and hygiene in food processing environments.

General


Applications
Meat products,Soups,Sauces,Mozzarella,Pasta filata,Specialty food,Pet food,Fruits,Vegan products,Processed cheese,Cream cheese,Plant-based products,Dressings,Vegetables,Baby food
End products
Mixed cheese variety packs,Mozzarella sticks,Vegan cheese slices,Cheese salads,Individually wrapped cheese slices,Cheese sandwich fillings,Ready-to-serve cheese portions,Plant-based cheese snacks,Cheese stack packs,Processed cheese singles
Steps before
Blending,Feeding,Grinding
Steps after
Overwrapping,Packing
Input ingredients
individually wrapped cheese types,IWS cheese types
Output ingredients
stacks of mixed cheese,overwrapped cheese stacks
Market info
Hochland Natec is known for manufacturing innovative engineered-to-order equipment and solutions for the dairy and food processing industry, specializing in cheese production and processing technologies, with a strong reputation for quality and innovation.

Technical Specifications


Speed
Max. 140 stacks/min.
Automation
No operator needed
Capacity
Two different cheese types simultaneously
Size (LxWxH)
1,800 x 700 x 1,400 mm
Power Requirement
400 V,50 Hz,3 phase / 8 kVA
Package Sizes
Stacks of 3 - 10 slices
Maximum Stacking Height
30 mm
Compliance
CE guidelines

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Automatic
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Changeover time
Minimal
CIP/SIP
CIP Compatible
Inline stacking
Yes
Operator requirement
No operator needed
Integration with FreePack®
Adapted to FreePack® system
Mixing capability
Mixing of two cheese types
Stacking capability
3-10 slices per stack
Stacking height limit
30 mm before mixing

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
1,800 x 700 x 1,400 mm
Stacking height
Maximum 30 mm before mixing
Stack configuration
Stacks of 3 - 10 slices
Compatible unit
Adapted to FreePack®

Custom Options


Integration with FreePack® system
Yes
Format modification
Customized on demand
Execution according to CE
Yes
Further options
Available on demand