Soft pod packaging solution for coffee
Streamline your coffee production with a compact, high-speed solution that ensures precise pod counting, compostable packaging, and integrated grinding, all while maintaining aroma and freshness.
Produces and Packages Soft Coffee Pods
The CA 1 from IMA Group is a versatile soft pod coffee packaging machine that excels in integrating multiple processes within a space-efficient design. Capable of producing up to 800 soft coffee pods per minute, the CA 1 effectively combines pod counting, stacking, and pack forming in one streamlined operation. Its innovative gas flushing unit minimizes coffee oxidation, ensuring long-lasting flavor with low oxygen residue, while the automatic filter paper splicing system enhances efficiency. Compatible with compostable and recyclable materials, the CA 1 supports sustainable packaging solutions. Engineered for continuous, high-speed operations, the machine features a programmable electronic counting system for accurate pod stacking and a lubrication-free design for cleaner processing. Optional customization includes an integrated coffee grinder, enhancing the machine’s functionality without increasing its footprint. The CA 1 stands out for its flexibility, user-friendly operation, and ability to adapt to various pod configurations, making it ideal for coffee producers and packaging companies seeking efficient and environmentally friendly packaging solutions.
Benefits
- Optimizes production efficiency with high-speed output of up to 800 pods per minute.
- Minimizes coffee oxidation, preserving flavor with low oxygen residue (<1%).
- Enhances sustainability through compatibility with compostable and recyclable packaging materials.
- Requires minimal maintenance with a lubrication-free design for cleaner operations.
- Offers versatile packaging options with customizable pod configurations and integrated grinding capabilities.
- Applications
- Coffee packaging,Single-dose coffee,Compostable coffee packaging,Recyclable coffee packaging,Soft pod coffee
- End products
- Stand-up coffee pod bags,Compostable coffee pods,Soft coffee pods,Recyclable coffee pods,Single-serve coffee pods
- Steps before
- Grinding
- Steps after
- Packing
- Input ingredients
- coffee beans,filter paper,envelope,compostable materials,recyclable materials,compressed air
- Output ingredients
- soft coffee pods,heat-sealed stand-up bags,packaged coffee pods
- Market info
- IMA is known for its expertise in manufacturing automated packaging machines and solutions, particularly for the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea, and coffee industries, offering innovative, high-quality equipment and comprehensive customer service.
- Machine speed
- Up to 800 coffee pods/minute
- Capacity
- Up to 14 grams of coffee per pod
- Heat-sealed pack capacity
- Min. 8 – Max. 18 pods per pack
- Total installed power
- 23 kW
- Power consumption
- 18 kW
- Duty pressure for compressed air
- 6 bar
- Compressed air consumption
- 200 Nl/min
- Machine net weight
- Max. 4,500 Kg
- Gas flushing unit
- Low oxygen residue (<1%)
- Automation
- Programmable electronic counting system
- Splicing system
- Automatic filter paper splicing
- Footprint
- 4.3 metre length layout
- Machine speed
- Up to 800 pods/minute
- Changeover time
- Quick changeover procedures
- Automation level
- User-friendly operation
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Material handling
- Compostable and recyclable materials
- Gas flushing unit
- Low oxygen residue (<1%)
- Lubrication
- Lubrication-free machine
- Versatility
- Maximum packaging versatility
- Compostable materials
- Yes
- Recyclable materials
- Yes
- Filter paper
- Yes
- Envelope compatibility
- Yes
- Machine footprint
- 4.3 metres length
- Compact footprint
- Space-efficient 4.3 metre length layout
- Control panel type
- Touchscreen / Digital interface
- Integration possibilities
- Integrated coffee grinder
- Footprint adjustment
- Compact,4.3 metre layout
- Machine lubrication
- Lubrication-free
- Gas flushing
- Optional gas flushing unit
- Filter paper splicing
- Automatic splicing system
- Pack versatility
- Numerous optional groups for customization