Britannia Vertical Form Packer

• Packaging of snacks, confectionery, and baked goods.
• Automated bagging of grains, pulses, and dry food ingredients.
• Forming and sealing pouches for powders such as coffee, sugar, and flour.
• Packaging of pet food, seeds, and agricultural products.
• Bagging of non-food items like chemicals, detergents, and small industrial components.

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, speeds commonly range from 30 to 120 bags per minute, depending on product, bag size, and film type.

Bag dimensions

Units of this type typically produce bags with widths from 50mm to 300mm and lengths up to 400mm, though specific ranges vary by model.

Power supply

Commonly requires a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with varying power consumption based on heaters and motor size.

Air consumption

Pneumatic systems are common, typically requiring 6-8 bar compressed air at a flow rate of 200-500 litres per minute.

Construction material

Units are typically constructed from stainless steel for product contact parts and often for the main frame, ensuring hygiene and durability.

Film compatibility

Designed for use with heat-sealable laminated films, including BOPP, PET, and metallised films, commonly in roll widths up to 600mm.

• What types of products can this VFFS machine handle?

  This type of VFFS machine is suitable for a wide range of free-flowing, granulated, and powdered products, including snacks, grains, coffee, sugar, spices, seeds, and certain non-food items.

• Is this machine suitable for integration with other equipment?

• What kind of maintenance is typically required for a VFFS machine?

• Can the bag size be adjusted on this machine?

• What safety features are commonly found on these 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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