Straw applicator for tetra pak cartons
In high-speed beverage packaging lines, ensuring that straws are applied accurately and securely to cartons is a crucial step. Misplaced or missing straws can lead to significant downtime, quality issues, and customer dissatisfaction.
Accurate straw application and minimal downtime
The Tetra Pak® Straw Applicator 30 is specifically designed for Tetra Brik Aseptic (TBA) and Tetra Prisma Aseptic (TPA) cartons. This applicator operates at high speeds, efficiently attaching various straws to beverage packages with precision. The straw applicator uses an application wheel to cut straw film and secure the straw to the moving package. By using hot melt glue directly on the straw film, the applicator ensures consistent placement and reduced glue consumption. A key feature is the capacity booster, which allows the machine to increase speed by up to 30% after a stop, ensuring minimal production loss. Additionally, the interface is user-friendly, providing easy access to essential parts and reducing operator errors. The bent foil treater enhances straw adhesion by heating and flattening the film around straws before application.
Benefits
- Improves package appearance with continuous motion
- Minimizes glue consumption and waste
- Reduces downtime with efficient straw detection
- Facilitates quick changeover for different straw types
- User-friendly operation reduces human error