Flow-wrapping solution for varied packaging needs

Gain unmatched flexibility and sustainability with a cutting-edge flow-wrapping solution designed to handle diverse product formats and sealing technologies, ensuring rapid adaptation to market demands and optimal packaging efficiency.

Packs, Wraps, Seals, and Groups Diverse Products

The Flowpacker flow-wrapping machine from Schubert Group offers a new dimension in packaging flexibility. It distinguishes itself by incorporating pick & place robots that ensure efficient feeding and grouping of diverse products such as frozen pancakes, filled croissants, and fragile pharmaceutical items. The Flowpacker operates on a continuous, high-speed basis, providing rapid format changeovers and compatibility with both cold and heat-sealing technologies. This all-in-one solution is designed to handle solid product types seamlessly, integrating smoothly into existing packaging lines to meet the needs of food manufacturers, confectionery producers, and pharmaceutical companies. Equipped with a compact machine layout, the Flowpacker reduces space requirements by 70% compared to conventional machines, while its modular design enables easy expansion and integration. Standard with the GS.Gate industrial gateway, it offers comprehensive monitoring and optimization options. The use of advanced sealing systems and image recognition technology ensures high-quality packaging, making it an ideal choice for companies requiring versatile and efficient packaging solutions.

Benefits

  • Maximizes operational efficiency with rapid format changeovers and flexible packaging options.
  • Minimizes production space by up to 70%, allowing more efficient use of factory layouts.
  • Enhances product protection through high-quality sealing systems adaptable to various materials.
  • Increases production flexibility by accommodating a wide range of product types and packaging formats.
  • Supports sustainability with options for using recyclable and biodegradable packaging materials.

General


Applications
Food,Beverages,Snacks,Pet food,Confectionery,Cosmetics,Pharma,Bakery products,Dairy
End products
Biscuits,Waffles,Danish pastry,Filled croissants,Frozen pancakes
Steps before
Product preparation,Grouping products,Primary packaging,Feeding products with pick,place robots
Steps after
Quality control,Distribution,Market deployment
Input ingredients
naked products,products with primary packaging,sensitive goods,fragile items,products sensitive to heat
Output ingredients
flowpacks,packaged baked goods,packaged confectionery,packaged snacks,packaged cosmetics,packaged dairy products,packaged beverages,packaged pet food,packaged pharmaceutical products
Market info
Schubert Group is renowned for its innovative packaging technology solutions, specializing in modular, highly flexible packaging machines for various industries, ensuring efficiency and precision in production lines.

Technical Specifications


Space Saving
Up to 70% less
Flexibility
High flexibility with product and packaging formats
Sealing Technologies
Cold-sealing and heat-sealing available
Machine Efficiency
High,evaluated via OEE
Changeover Time
Extremely fast
Robot Types
F4,T4,T5
Sealing Unit
Unique flying cross-sealing unit
3D Image Recognition
For quality control
Automation
Fully integrated process
Pick,Place Robots
Adjustable quantity for performance
Format Variety
Very high for products,packaging,and films
Product Handling
Gentle with pick,place robots
GS.Gate Platform
Integrated with GRIPS.world

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Changeover time
Rapid format changeovers
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Cleaning method
Manual
Energy efficiency
High machine efficiency through OEE evaluation
Sealing technology
Cold- / heat-sealing
Flexibility
High adaptability to product types,packaging formats,and sealing technologies
Space-saving design
Saves up to 70% production space

Material Compatibility


Sealing material compatibility
Cold-sealing / Heat-sealing
Product sensitivity
Fragile / Heat-sensitive

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Up to 70% space savings in production
Compact machine layout
Integrated flow-wrapping and pick,place units
Control panel type
Advanced interface with image recognition system
Discharge method
Pick,place robots feeding the system

Custom Options


Control Panel Type
Advanced HMI with touch screen
Sealing Technology
Cold-sealing / Heat-sealing
Robot Configuration
F4 / T4 / T5 Delta Robots
Product Handling Tools
Customizable Pick,Place Tools
Film Compatibility
Proven and New Sustainable Films
Flow-wrapping Formats
Single / Stacked / Side by Side
Tray Options
With or Without Trays
Integration Possibilities
Modular with Any TLM Line
Sealing Unit
Ultrasonic / Heat-sealing Unit
Image Recognition System
3D Scanner for Quality Control
Product Configurations
Naked / Pre-packaged Products
Robot Tools
Exchangeable for Quick Changeover
Delivery Time
Standard vs. Lightline Version
Picking System
Pick,Place Vision System