Packaging Reel

Applications & Use Cases

• Integrating into automated packaging lines for continuous material supply.
• Feeding film, foil, or paper into form-fill-seal machines.
• Supplying material for wrapping, bagging, or lidding operations.
• Utilised in food production for primary and secondary packaging processes.

Typical Specifications

Typical reel width

For this class of equipment, reel widths commonly range from 300mm to 1000mm, with this unit specified at 600mm.

Core diameter

Typically, core diameters are between 70mm and 152mm (3 to 6 inches) to accommodate standard reel types.

Maximum reel diameter

Commonly, maximum reel diameters can range from 400mm to 800mm, depending on the feeder's design.

Power supply

Most units of this type operate on a standard single-phase or three-phase industrial supply, typically 230V or 400V.

Footprint

The footprint for a packaging reel feeder is generally compact, designed for inline integration, typically around 1m x 1m.

Material handling

Capable of handling various packaging materials including BOPP, PET, aluminium foil, and paper laminates.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of packaging machines can this reel feeder integrate with?

  This type of reel feeder is commonly integrated with vertical form-fill-seal (VFFS) machines, horizontal flow wrappers, tray sealers, and other automated packaging lines requiring a continuous material feed.

• What maintenance is typically required for a packaging reel feeder?

• Can this unit handle different reel materials?

• How is the tension controlled on a packaging reel feeder?

• What safety features are commonly found on these machines?