Redpack - Belca Flow Wrapper

Applications & Use Cases

• Wrapping individual food items such as bakery products, confectionery, and snacks.
• Packaging non-food items like small components, medical devices, and consumer goods.
• Creating hermetic seals for extended product shelf life and protection.
• High-speed primary packaging in automated production lines.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Units in this class commonly operate at speeds ranging from 50 to 200 packs per minute, depending on product size and film type.

Power supply

Belca flow wrappers typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with power consumption varying based on model and features.

Film materials

This type of machine is generally compatible with various heat-sealable films, including BOPP, laminates, and some barrier films.

Product dimensions

Flow wrappers are designed to handle a range of product sizes; buyers should confirm the specific product dimensions suitable for this unit with the seller.

Machine footprint

For this class of equipment, a Belca flow wrapper with an integrated conveyor typically requires a floor space of approximately 3 to 5 metres in length and 1.5 to 2 metres in width.

Sealing type

Most flow wrappers utilise a fin seal on the bottom and end seals, often with a crimping mechanism for secure closure.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What products are suitable for a flow wrapper?

  Flow wrappers are ideal for individual or small groups of products that are relatively stable and can be conveyed easily, such as biscuits, chocolate bars, bread rolls, or small components.

• What kind of film does a flow wrapper use?

• Is this unit suitable for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP)?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used flow wrapper?

• Can this machine integrate with upstream or downstream equipment?