Packaging solution for bulk vegetables and fruits

Ensure precise, high-speed packaging for diverse product sizes with a flexible machine designed to handle both manual and automated filling operations, allowing for seamless integration into your production line.

Forms and Seals Customizable Packaging Bags

The FLEX M packaging machine, from KRONEN through its partner GKS Packaging B.V., offers precision and versatility for food and non-food applications. This servo-driven machine forms and seals bags with adjustable widths from 75 mm to 350 mm and unlimited lengths, making it ideal for packaging mixed vegetable packs, sliced apples, and more. Capable of producing up to 40 bags per minute, the FLEX M integrates seamlessly into production lines with options for manual or automatic filling. Equipped with Allen Bradley PLC controls, it ensures consistent operations with its 99 program memory spots. Its compact design allows for flexible placement, while its ergonomic features enhance usability and maintenance, supported by hygienic construction for easy cleaning. The machine can be customized with additional weighing and dosing systems, ensuring precise product handling and packaging efficiency.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational flexibility with adjustable bag sizes and formats.
  • Increases productivity with a capacity of up to 40 bags per minute.
  • Simplifies integration with existing systems due to its compact and mobile design.
  • Ensures consistent packaging quality with precise servo-driven film transport.
  • Facilitates easy maintenance and cleaning with hygienic design and accessible components.

General


Applications
Fruit,Non-food products,Vegetables,Bakery products,Candy/sweets,Cut lettuce
End products
Bread rolls,Diced pineapples,Gummy bears,Sweet candies,Sliced apples,Mixed vegetable packs,Cupcakes,Toy packaging,Craft supplies wrapper,Chopped lettuce bags
Steps before
Weighing,Dosing,Cutting,Mixing,Conveying
Steps after
Labeling,Boxing,Distribution,Storage,Quality Control
Input ingredients
vegetables,fruit,cut lettuce,bakery products,candy,sweets,non-food products
Output ingredients
pillow bags,block bottom bags,bags of different sizes
Market info
KRONEN is known for manufacturing industrial food processing equipment, specializing in washing, cutting, peeling, and packaging machinery, recognized for innovation, high quality, and efficiency in automated food processing solutions.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
up to 40 bags/minute
Bag size
Width 75–350 mm,Length unlimited
Automation
PLC-controlled
Electrical power
1.2 kW
Voltage
230 V
Frequency
50 Hz
Working pressure
6 bar
Air consumption
150 NL/min
Dimensions
LxWxH 1495 x 962 x 1617 mm
Film thickness
25–120 μ
Film roll inner diameter
76 mm (3”)
Film roll outer diameter
320 mm
Bag length per sealing process
max. 230 mm

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
PLC-controlled
Bag size flexibility
Width 75–350 mm,Unlimited Length
Production capacity
Up to 40 bags/minute
Integration capability
Stand-alone or in-line with weighing systems
Mobility
Equipped with casters
Cleaning method
Easy to clean,hygienic design

Material Compatibility


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

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
1495 x 962 x 1617 mm
Compact design
Yes
Flexible integration
Mobile with casters
Control panel
7-inch full-color touch screen

Custom Options


Integration possibilities
Weighing system integration/manual filling
Control panel type
7-inch full-color touch screen
Bag type flexibility
Pillow bags / Block bottom bags
Bag size adjustment
Width 75–350 mm,unlimited length