Processed cheese slice wrapper
In processed cheese production, maintaining hygiene and achieving uniform slicing and wrapping of cheese slices are crucial for quality and consumer satisfaction. Ensuring precise and efficient packaging can be a challenge, especially when high production rates are required.
Accurate slicing, stacking, and wrapping of cheese slices
The FreePack 500 from Hochland Natec is an advanced system designed for the production of individually-wrapped processed cheese slices (IWS) using a continuous operation method. It employs a hot-fill system, ensuring the wrapping process is free from recontamination risks. The prominently eco-friendly PP foil used for wrapping is fully recyclable and conserves resources with reduced plastic usage by 20% due to smaller welding seams. The system’s sealing ensures each slice is securely wrapped and sealed, maintaining uniform weight and accurate stacking within each pile, facilitating transport from the FreePack to subsequent packaging stages. It offers high flexibility with adjustable slice weights ranging from 13g to 30g (and optionally up to 42g), and slice thicknesses from 1.5mm to 3.5mm. The FreePack 500 can handle a maximum capacity of 500 slices per minute, equating to 600 kg/h. Additional features include central control surveillance for ease of operation and minimal downtime.
Benefits
- Reduced plastic usage with smaller welding seams
- Precise slicing and uniform weight of cheese slices
- Accurate and stable stacking for efficient transport
- High capacity production up to 500 slices per minute
- Centralized control system for ease of operation