CSS VFFS2

• Packaging granular products such as coffee, sugar, and rice into bags.
• Creating pillow-pack style bags for snacks, confectionery, and dry goods.
• Automating the bagging process for powders like flour, spices, and chemical compounds.
• Suitable for various food and non-food items requiring flexible packaging.

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput commonly ranges from 20 to 60 bags per minute, depending on product density and bag size.

Power supply

Units of this type typically operate on 3-phase industrial power, commonly 400V, 50Hz.

Bag style

This machine is specified to produce standard pillow-pack style bags.

Bag width

This unit includes forming sets for 170mm and 180mm flat bags, indicating typical bag widths achievable.

Dosing system

Equipped with an auger filler, suitable for accurate dosing of powders and granular products.

Footprint

A VFFS machine with an auger filler typically requires a floor space of approximately 2m x 2m, plus room for material handling.

Construction material

Components in contact with product are commonly stainless steel for hygiene and durability, especially in food applications.

• What does 'VFFS' stand for?

  VFFS stands for Vertical Form-Fill-Seal. This refers to machines that form a bag from a roll of film, fill it with product, and then seal it, all in a vertical orientation.

• What kind of products can an auger filler handle?

• Can this machine handle different bag sizes?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used VFFS machine?

• Is film material important for VFFS 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.

General overview for this equipment type