Line Equipment - VFFS Bagging Line

Applications & Use Cases

• Packaging of snack foods such as crisps, nuts, and confectionery.
• Bagging of dry goods including grains, pulses, and cereals.
• Forming and filling bags for frozen foods like vegetables or chips.
• Packaging of powders and granular products such as coffee or sugar.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of VFFS machine, throughput typically ranges from 30 to 120 bags per minute, depending on product, bag size, and film type.

Power supply

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

Bag dimensions

VFFS machines are typically configurable to produce a range of bag widths and lengths, commonly up to 300mm wide and 400mm long.

Film types

This equipment is generally compatible with various heat-sealable film materials, including laminates, polyethylene, and polypropylene.

Footprint

A complete VFFS bagging line, including ancillary equipment, typically requires a floor area of approximately 2m x 2m to 3m x 3m, plus space for access and maintenance.

Control system

Modern VFFS machines commonly feature PLC control systems with HMI touchscreens for operational parameter adjustment and diagnostics.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What products can this VFFS machine package?

  This type of VFFS machine is typically suitable for packaging a wide range of free-flowing and semi-free-flowing products, including snacks, grains, powders, and frozen items. The specific product suitability depends on the dosing system integrated with the VFFS unit.

• What type of bags does it produce?

• Is this unit suitable for washdown environments?

• What ancillary equipment is typically needed for a complete line?

• What maintenance is typically required for a VFFS machine?