After the packaging machine, two devices check for what retailers and consumers expect: the metal detector detects foreign metal, and the checkweigher ensures proper fill levels. This article explains their design, limitations, and placement.
Film is the largest ongoing cost component of a packaging line—often accounting for 30 to 50 % of packaging costs. Six approaches can reduce consumption without compromising the strength of the package: from format design to startup optimization.
Cleaning takes up production time: Manual disassembly takes hours, while CIP systems clean in minutes without opening the machine. The article compares cleaning methods and explains how to identify hygienic design features.
Many packaging lines operate at an OEE of 45 to 65 %—the rest is downtime, speed loss, and scrap. This article breaks down the three types of loss and highlights six ways to increase output without purchasing new machinery.
A used packaging machine saves on upfront costs but carries the risk of downtime. Five key factors—from the condition of the sealing tape to CE compliance—distinguish a bargain from a pitfall.
The flow-pack machine wraps horizontal products in a continuous film web—at a rate of 50 to 250 packs per minute with a tight seal. This guide explains the operating principle, film properties, selection, and operation.
The multihead weigher is the heart of high-speed packaging lines: 10 to 14 heads, ±0.5 g accuracy, up to 80 weighings per minute. This guide explains how the system works and walks you through the selection process.
Pre-made pouches offer an attractive appearance and a resealable closure—the pouch packaging machine fills them at a rate of 30 to 60 pouches per minute. This guide explains the gripper mechanism, format settings, selection, and operation.
The vertical form-fill-seal machine forms, fills, and seals bags in a single pass—at up to 80 cycles per minute with a filling accuracy of ±1 g. This guide walks you through the machine's design, filling process, selection, and operation.
Chips, peanuts, and pretzel sticks break on any sharp edge—yet the multi-head weigher still measures them accurately at up to 80 weighings per minute. This article explains what number of weighing heads and what product guidance are needed for snacks.
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