What types of film can this machine typically handle?

Units of this type are generally compatible with a variety of heat-sealable films, including laminates and co-extruded films, commonly used in food packaging.

Is this machine suitable for both granular and solid products?

Yes, form-fill-seal machines like the SX 400 are versatile and can typically handle a broad spectrum of products, from granular items like shredded cheese to solid products such as frozen vegetables or confectionery.

What kind of product feeding system is typically used with this machine?

These machines are commonly integrated with various upstream feeding systems, such as multihead weighers, volumetric fillers, or auger fillers, depending on the product being packaged.

What is the typical footprint of a machine like this?

For this class of vertical form-fill-seal machine, the footprint typically ranges from 1.5m to 2.5m in length and 1m to 1.5m in width, excluding any integrated feeding systems.

Are spare parts generally available for used CFS equipment?

CFS (now part of GEA) has a strong presence in the market, and spare parts for their equipment, even older models, are generally available through OEM channels or specialist third-party suppliers.

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Used CFS SX 400 - Form-Fill-Seal Machines

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CFS - CFS SX 400

Name: CFS SX 400
Brand: CFS
SKU: 51d92be1c60d

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CFS Aquarius SmartPacker SX400 FF&S Bagger – SOLD Purchased New from CFS in January 2007 With Ink-jet or Thermal Printer Based on an intermittent machine action, the CFS SmartPacker SX has an excellent price/performance ratio. Reliable and user-friendly, the machine is easy to operate and clean, while its advanced technical design keeps maintenance costs to a minimum. The CFS vertical packaging machines offer a convenient and inexpensive means of packaging a wide variety of convenience goods, mainly protein, fresh, shredded cheese, frozen vegetables, french fries, confectionery and snacks SOLD

Essex, United Kingdom

5,774 km away

Model Number

cfs-sx-400

Stock Number

51d92be1c60d

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Applications & Use Cases

Packaging of fresh protein products such as chicken portions or sausages.
Bagging of shredded cheese for retail or foodservice.
Packaging of frozen vegetables and french fries.
Handling confectionery and various snack items.
Suitable for a wide variety of convenience goods requiring vertical form-fill-seal packaging.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity: For this class of intermittent form-fill-seal machine, throughput can typically range from 40 to 80 bags per minute, depending on product, film, and bag size.
Power supply: Units of this type commonly require a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with a power consumption of 5-10 kW.
Film width: The maximum film width commonly found on units of this type is around 400mm.
Bag dimensions: Typically produces pillow bags with widths ranging from 80mm to 250mm and lengths up to 350mm, though specific ranges vary by machine configuration.
Machine action: Based on an intermittent machine action, suitable for a wide range of products and film types.
Printing options: Often includes integration for an ink-jet or thermal transfer printer for date coding and batch information.
Maintenance: Designed for user-friendly operation and cleaning, with advanced technical design aiming to minimise maintenance costs for this type of equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Units of this type are generally compatible with a variety of heat-sealable films, including laminates and co-extruded films, commonly used in food packaging.

Machinery Masters Intelligence. General guidance for this category of equipment only, not a substitute for the seller's exact specifications. Always confirm details with the seller.