Gainsborough GV07 Vertical Form Fill & Seal bagging line

• Packaging of granular products such as rice, sugar, pulses, and pet food.
• Bagging of snack foods including crisps, nuts, and confectionery.
• Packaging of powders like flour, coffee, and spices.
• Suitable for various dry goods requiring flexible bag packaging.

Typical throughput

Units of this class commonly achieve speeds of 30-80 bags per minute, depending on product and bag size.

Bag types

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

Film materials

Commonly handles various heat-sealable laminated films, such as BOPP, PET/PE, and foil laminates.

Power supply

For this class of equipment, a 3-phase electrical supply (e.g., 400V, 50Hz) is typically required, often with compressed air.

Bag width range

Units of this type commonly accommodate bag widths from approximately 80mm to 300mm.

Integration

Often designed for integration with upstream dosing systems such as multihead weighers or auger fillers.

• What products can a Gainsborough GV07 typically package?

  A Gainsborough GV07 VFFS machine is generally suitable for packaging a wide range of free-flowing and semi-free-flowing dry products, including granular, powdered, and small piece items.

• What kind of film does this machine use?

• Does this machine include a weighing or filling system?

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

• Can this machine handle different bag sizes?

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