Vertical form fill sealer for food packaging
Efficient and reliable packaging in the food industry requires versatile equipment capable of handling diverse packaging formats while maximizing uptime and minimizing waste. This is critical in large-scale operations where high productivity and consistency are essential to meet market demands.
Handles diverse packaging formats with high reliability
The GEA SmartPacker CX400 is a high-capacity vertical form fill sealer designed for various food packaging applications. This system can handle bag widths from 70mm to 400mm and achieve speeds of up to 120 bags per minute. It is equipped to produce multiple pouch styles, including pillow, gusset, block-bottom, and doy-style bags, supporting a wide range of products like fresh or frozen meat, poultry, vegetables, salads, cheese, and confectionery. With over 98% uptime proven in global installations, it ensures consistent and accurate bag production thanks to monitored film transport and jaw movement. Fast changeover capabilities allow quick adjustment of bag formats and film types, reducing downtime. Advanced features such as product-in-seal detection and durable fiberglass-reinforced forming sets enhance operation efficiency and longevity. Additional add-ons like the GEA Smart Sealing System, GEA TiroLabel unit, and GEA Ultrasonic Sealing Kit provide further productivity improvements and functionality. The smart design minimizes maintenance with limited wear parts and easy access for quick film changes.
Benefits
- Handles up to 120 bags per minute
- Supports multiple bag styles for various food applications
- Over 98% uptime ensures uninterrupted operation
- Fast changeover reduces downtime
- Durable design minimizes maintenance