Bosch - Complete VFFS Bagging Line

Applications & Use Cases

• Packaging of snacks, confectionery, and dry foods.
• Bagging of granular products such as rice, pulses, and pet food.
• Filling and sealing of frozen vegetables and fruits.
• Packaging of non-food items like small hardware or components.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Throughput for this class of equipment commonly ranges from 30 to 120 bags per minute, depending on product, bag size, and film material.

Power supply

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

Bag types

VFFS machines are generally capable of producing pillow bags, gusseted bags, and block bottom bags from a roll of film.

Film materials

Suitable film materials typically include laminates, polyethylene, and other heat-sealable films.

Footprint

A complete line, including weigher, gantry, VFFS machine, and conveyor, commonly requires a significant operational area, typically 5m x 5m or more.

Weighing accuracy

Multihead weighers like the 24-head unit are designed for high accuracy, typically achieving precision within 0.5-1.5g for many products.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does 'VFFS' stand for?

  VFFS stands for Vertical Form-Fill-Seal. It refers to a packaging process where a flat roll of film is formed into a bag, filled with product, and then sealed, all in a vertical motion.

• What is the purpose of the 24-head Multipond Weigher?

• What does a 'Stainless Steel Gantry' typically support?

• Is this line suitable for liquid products?

• What does 'Sold as Seen' imply for this used equipment?