Barry - Wehmiller Europe - VFFS

• Packaging of snack foods such as crisps, nuts, and confectionery.
• Bagging of granular products like sugar, rice, or coffee beans.
• Forming and filling pouches for frozen vegetables or fruits.
• Packaging powders such as flour, spices, or chemical additives.
• Creating individual servings for pet food or small hardware components.

Typical throughput

VFFS machines of this class typically operate at speeds ranging from 30 to 120 bags per minute, depending on product characteristics and bag size.

Bag types

Commonly forms pillow bags, gusseted bags, and block bottom bags from a single roll of film.

Film materials

Typically compatible with various heat-sealable laminated films, including BOPP, PET, and metallised films.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly require a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with associated compressed air.

Dosing systems

Often integrated with multi-head weighers, auger fillers, or volumetric cup fillers, depending on the product.

Footprint

The footprint for a VFFS machine can vary significantly but typically requires a floor area of approximately 1.5m x 2m, excluding ancillary equipment.

• What is a VFFS machine?

  A VFFS (Vertical Form-Fill-Seal) machine forms a bag from a flat roll of film, fills it with product, and then seals it, all in a continuous vertical motion. It is widely used for packaging various free-flowing and non-free-flowing products.

• What products are suitable for VFFS packaging?

• Can VFFS machines handle different bag sizes?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used VFFS unit?

• Are spare parts readily available for Barry-Wehmiller VFFS machines?

Form-fill-seal machines hold strong reputations in food packaging for reliability and consistent output. Buyers typically prioritise machines with clear maintenance histories and verified production specifications. Key strengths include versatility across film types and product formats, alongside relatively straightforward operation. When purchasing used units, inspectors should examine seal quality consistency, film tracking accuracy, and the condition of heating elements. Machines from established manufacturers generally command buyer confidence. Downtime for repairs is a common concern, so availability of spare parts and technical support merits careful consideration before acquisition.

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