- Typical throughput
- For this class of fully automatic sealer, throughput can typically range from several hundred to over a thousand packs per hour, depending on tub size and film type.
- Power supply
- Units of this type commonly require a 3-phase industrial power supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with varying power consumption based on heating elements and motor size.
- Film compatibility
- These machines are typically designed to work with a range of thermo-weldable films, including PET, PP, and aluminium laminates, suitable for food contact.
- Tub materials
- Commonly compatible with tubs made from PP, PET, CPET, and aluminium, provided they are suitable for thermo-sealing.
- Sealing method
- Utilises a thermo-welding process, where heat and pressure are applied to seal the film to the tub rim.
- Footprint
- Fully automatic units typically require a significant operational footprint, often several metres in length, plus space for material loading and unloading.
- Control system
- Modern units commonly feature PLC control with a touchscreen HMI for setting parameters such as sealing temperature, time, and film tension.