Vertical form, fill and seal packaging system for small bags

Maximize efficiency with small bag portioning for food and non-food items, featuring precise portion control and flexible operations. Ideal for high-speed production lines, this system ensures consistent packaging results with its user-friendly design and versatile capabilities, from liquids to solids.

Packages and Portions Solids and Liquids Efficiently

The MINI Vertical Form Fill and Seal Machine from KRONEN GmbH, in partnership with GKS Packaging B.V., stands out for its compact, user-friendly design tailored for high-speed portion packaging. It specializes in creating precise pillow and self-standing bags for a diverse range of products, including foods like nuts, salads, and sauces, as well as non-food items. Capable of producing up to 65 bags per minute, this machine seamlessly integrates into both high-care and low-care production environments. It features a servo-driven film transport system for precise bag dimensions and supports manual or automatic filling, making it highly versatile. The machine’s low power and air consumption contribute to cost-efficient operations, while its modular build ensures easy maintenance and quick component replacements. Optional accessories, such as gas flushing (MAP) and printing systems, enhance functionality, supporting extended product shelf life and comprehensive labeling. With its small footprint and robust, hygienic design, the MINI offers flexibility and reliability for small- to medium-scale food processing and packaging operations.

Benefits

  • Enhances packaging efficiency with its high-speed capability of up to 65 bags per minute.
  • Optimizes space utilization with its compact design, allowing for flexible placement and integration.
  • Lowers operational costs through reduced power and air consumption.
  • Increases product freshness with optional gas flushing for extended shelf life.
  • Simplifies maintenance and minimizes downtime with its modular design and quick component replacements.

General


Applications
Salad,Sauces,Fruit,Non-food products,Nuts,Dressings,Vegetables,Liquids
End products
Ketchup,Apple slices,Peanuts,Pet food portions,Caesar salad mix,Orange juice,Baby spinach,Almond butter,Salsa,Olive oil vinaigrette
Steps before
Preparation,Cutting,Weighing,Dosing
Steps after
Labeling,Sealing,Quality Inspection,Distribution
Input ingredients
cut vegetables,fruits,lettuce,nuts,sauces,dressings,non-food products
Output ingredients
small packages,pillow bags,self-standing bags
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


Packaging Speed
up to 65 bags/minute
Bag Width
40 to 160 mm
Bag Length
Unlimited
Film Width
max. 160 mm
Film Thickness
25 - 120 μ
Film Roll Inner Diameter
76 mm (3")
Film Roll Outer Diameter
320 mm
Electrical Power
1.2 kW
Voltage
230 V
Frequency
50 Hz
Working Pressure
6 bar
Air Consumption
156 NL/min
Dimensions LxWxH
1330 x 650 x 1140 mm
Bag Length per Sealing Process
max. 170 mm

Operating Characteristics


Bag type flexibility
Pillow / Self-standing
Bag width range
40–160 mm
Bag length control
Unlimited / Precise
Max production speed
Up to 65 bags/min
Manual and automatic filling
Ergonomic height for manual / Compatible with automatic systems
Mobility
Casters for easy movement
Integration capabilities
Compatible with various weighing and dosing systems
Servo-driven film transport
Ensures precise bag length
Low power and air consumption
Energy-efficient design
Film type compatibility
PE,PP,laminate films
Flexible changeover
Rapid film change
Cleaning and maintenance simplicity
Open and hygienic design
Process control
Allen Bradley PLC with 99 program memory locations

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Easy to clean design
Corrosive resistance (e.g.,acids)
High resistance
Recycled components
Recycled ocean plastic used

Physical Characteristics


Machine Footprint
1330 x 650 x 1140 mm
Bag Width
40 to 160 mm
Bag Length
Unlimited
Film Roll Outer Diameter
320 mm
Film Roll Inner Diameter
76 mm (3”)
Film Thickness
25 - 120 μ
Mobile Design
Equipped with casters
Standard Bag Type
Pillow Bags
Optional Bag Type
Self-standing Bags

Custom Options


Control panel type
7-inch full-color touch screen
Modular design
Yes
Integration possibilities
Integrates with various dosing and weighing systems
Mobile configuration
Equipped with casters for mobility
Film type processing
Can process all conventional film types
Bag type
Pillow bags,optionally self-standing bags
Bag width
Adjustable from 40 mm to 160 mm
Bag length
Unlimited