Redpack - Redpack Infeed Flowpacker

Applications & Use Cases

• Packaging of bakery products such as biscuits, cakes, and pastries.
• Wrapping of confectionery items including chocolate bars and sweets.
• Enclosing fresh produce like fruit and vegetables in protective film.
• Packaging of non-food items such as small components or stationery.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Units in this class commonly achieve throughputs of 50 to 200 packs per minute, depending on product size and film type.

Power supply

Typically requires a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with varying power consumption based on model and features.

Film materials

Suitable for a range of heat-sealable films, including BOPP, laminates, and some barrier films.

Product dimensions

For this class of equipment, product dimensions are typically constrained by the infeed conveyor width and sealing jaw aperture, which can vary significantly.

Footprint

A Redpack infeed flowpacker commonly requires a floor space of approximately 3 to 5 metres in length and 1 to 1.5 metres in width, plus access for operation and maintenance.

Control system

Units of this type typically feature PLC control with a HMI for setting parameters and monitoring operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is an 'infeed flowpacker'?

  An infeed flowpacker is a horizontal form-fill-seal machine that receives products via an infeed conveyor, forms a film tube around them, seals the longitudinal seam, and then seals and cuts the ends to create individual packages.

• What type of products is this machine best suited for?

• Can this machine handle different product sizes?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used flowpacker?

• Are spare parts readily available for Redpack machines?

• Does this machine require compressed air?