Lollipop forming and wrapping solution

Streamline your confectionery production with this innovative system designed to efficiently form and wrap diverse lollipop shapes, ensuring consistent quality and visual appeal while reducing downtime and maintenance needs.

Forms and Wraps Lollipops Efficiently

The GEA Aquarius FlexFormWrap is an innovative solution designed for confectionery manufacturers, adept at forming and wrapping ball, fancy, and 3D lollipops. It employs a unique servodriven transfer wheel, allowing rapid adjustments between different sizes and shapes. The system ensures precise positioning from forming to wrapping, minimizing film sticking with its patented preheating feature. Capable of producing up to 700 lollipops per minute, it integrates seamlessly into high-speed production lines while maintaining flexibility in stick length adjustments. Equipped with an auto-lubrication system and clean-in-place units, maintenance and downtime are significantly reduced, ensuring continuous, efficient production cycles. The machinery conforms to CE marking standards, offering robust machine damage protection and reliable customer support.

Benefits

  • Minimizes downtime with quick changeovers and easy maintenance.
  • Enhances product appeal by maintaining intricate lollipop designs.
  • Increases production adaptability with flexible size and shape options.
  • Supports sustainable operations with reduced sealing temperatures.
  • Maintains consistent high-quality output with precise film handling.

General


Applications
Sweets,Lollipops,Confectionery
End products
Fancy lollipops,Ball lollipops,3d lollipops,Sandwich-wrapped lollipops,Center-filled lollipops
Steps before
Ball lollipop forming,3D lollipop forming,Center-filled lollipop forming
Steps after
Cooling,Sandwich style wrapping,Packing
Input ingredients
solid lollipops,center filled lollipops,ball lollipops,3D lollipops
Output ingredients
formed lollipops,wrapped lollipops,sandwich wrap style lollipops
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Lollipop Production Speed
Up to 700 lollipops/minute
Changeover Time
Approximately 2 hours
Lollipop Size Range
22 to 35 mm
Automation
Servodriven with PLC control
Wrapping Style
Sandwich wrap
Cooling Method
PopCooler F cooler
Sealing Temperature
Lowered via preheating system
Die Set Change
Easy exchange set available
Stick Length Adjustment
Easy adjustment available
Cleaning Time
20 to 30 minutes
Center Filling Capability
Available for ball,fancy,or 3D lollipops
Color Positioning
Available
Machine Damage Protection
Extensive package included
Lubrication System
Auto-lubrication

Operating Characteristics


Working Principle
Servo-driven wheel,unique take-over transfer wheel
Changeover Time
Approximately 2 hours for different lollipop sizes or shapes
Cleaning Method
CIP / Manual
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline continuous
Automation Level
PLC-controlled
Preheating System
Lower sealing temperature,prevent sticking
Energy Efficiency
Auto lubrication system minimizes downtime
Output Rate
Up to 700 lollipops/minute

Material Compatibility


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

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact
Discharge method
Servodriven wheel

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC and touch screen
Die set configuration
Easy exchange set for die set
Lollipop size adjustment
22 up to 35 mm
Forming versatility
Ball,fancy,3D
Lollipop center filling
Centre fill capability
Color positioning
Available
Remote service
Optional
Back up power supply
Optional