Affeldt - VFFS Bagger

Applications & Use Cases

• Packaging granular products such as rice, sugar, and pulses.
• Sealing snack foods like crisps, nuts, and confectionery.
• Bagging frozen foods including vegetables and fruits.
• Packaging powders such as flour, coffee, and spices.
• Handling small hardware items and components.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput commonly ranges from 30 to 120 bags per minute, depending on product and bag size.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with varying amperage requirements.

Bag types

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

Film materials

Typically compatible with various heat-sealable films, including laminates and polyethylene.

Footprint

A VFFS bagger typically requires a floor space of approximately 1.5m x 1.5m to 2.5m x 2.5m, plus space for ancillary equipment.

Sealing mechanism

Commonly employs heat sealing for both vertical and horizontal seals.

Integration

Often designed for integration with multi-head weighers, auger fillers, or volumetric cup fillers.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can a VFFS bagger handle?

  VFFS baggers are versatile and can handle a wide range of free-flowing and semi-free-flowing products, including granules, powders, snacks, and small solid items. The specific product suitability depends on the dosing system integrated with the bagger.

• What are the typical maintenance requirements for a used VFFS machine?

• Can this machine be integrated into an existing production line?

• What film types are compatible with a VFFS bagger?

• What safety features are commonly found on these units?