Vertical form-fill-seal packer for frozen vegetables
When packaging frozen vegetables, maintaining product integrity while ensuring efficient packing is crucial. The challenges include precise bag formation and sealing to prevent contamination and spoilage during storage and transport.
Packs up to 10 kg bags efficiently
The GEA SmartPacker SX400 is a versatile vertical form-fill-seal packer designed to handle a wide range of pouch styles and weights up to 10 kg per bag. This packer is ideal for applications such as frozen vegetables, chicken nuggets, grated cheese, and snacks. With a proven uptime of over 98%, it ensures high reliability and minimal downtime. The SmartPacker SX400 features fast changeover capabilities, allowing you to switch between different bag formats and film types in under 5 minutes. The product-in-seal detection function and durable forming set minimize product and film waste and extend operational life. Additional options include ultrasonic sealing for gas-tight packaging, a zipper unit for re-closable bags, and an automatic film splicing unit to maintain continuous operation. The system’s compact design and ease of operation make it suitable for small to medium batch production, ensuring consistent and accurate bag length.
Benefits
- Handles a variety of bag styles and product types
- Proven reliability with over 98% uptime
- Fast changeover of bag formats and film types
- Minimizes product and film waste with product-in-seal detection
- Optional features for enhanced functionality such as ultrasonic sealing and automatic film splicing