OPEM

• Producing single-serve coffee pods for retail or catering.
• Packaging various powdered or granulated food products into pre-formed sachets.
• Forming and sealing small doses of non-food items, such as pharmaceuticals or cosmetics.
• Pilot production or small-to-medium scale manufacturing of portioned products.

Typical throughput

For this class of equipment, throughput can vary significantly, but units commonly achieve rates from 50 to 200 pods per minute, depending on pod type and fill volume.

Pod formats

Machines of this type typically handle soft pods (e.g., 70mm diameter) and hard pods (e.g., 45-50mm diameter), often with change parts required for different sizes.

Power supply

Industrial form-fill-seal machines commonly require a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with varying amperage requirements based on motor size and heating elements.

Ancillary equipment

Units are often integrated with secondary packaging solutions, such as flow wrappers for individual pods or bagging machines for multi-pack Doypack style bags.

Required utilities

Beyond electricity, compressed air is commonly required for pneumatic components, and some systems may utilise vacuum for material handling.

Footprint

The overall footprint for a complete system, including primary and secondary packaging, can range from 5 to 15 square metres, depending on the configuration and number of integrated units.

• What types of materials can this machine process?

  This type of machine is primarily designed for processing ground coffee into pods. However, with suitable adjustments, it may be adapted for other free-flowing powders or granulated products.

• Are spare parts readily available for OPEM machines?

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

• Can this machine be reconfigured for different pod sizes or fill weights?

• What are the typical lead times for installation and commissioning?

Laboratory form-fill-seal machines are valued for their precision in packaging powders, liquids and granules into sachets and pouches. Buyers typically appreciate their compact footprint and reliability when maintained properly. When purchasing used equipment, inspectors should verify seal integrity, check for wear on forming dies, and confirm maintenance records are available. Common strengths include versatility across multiple product types, straightforward operation, and reasonable spare parts availability. Condition of the heating elements and film feed mechanisms warrant particular attention during assessment.

General overview for this equipment type