VDL UVA Lima 250 High Speed VFFS

• Packaging of snack foods such as crisps, nuts, and confectionery.
• Bagging of frozen foods like vegetables, fruits, and prepared meals.
• Packaging of granular products including coffee beans, sugar, and rice.
• Suitable for powders such as flour, spices, and drink mixes.
• Used for non-food items like small hardware, pet food, and detergents.

Typical throughput

High-speed VFFS machines of this class commonly achieve up to 200 bags per minute, depending on product and film characteristics.

Bag width

Units like the Lima 250 typically accommodate bag widths around 320mm, with flexibility offered by different forming shoulders.

Construction material

For hygiene and durability, these machines are typically constructed from stainless steel, particularly in food processing environments.

Control system

Modern VFFS machines commonly feature HMI touch panels, often from manufacturers like Allen Bradley, for intuitive operation.

Ancillary equipment

Units often integrate with vacuum pumps for film handling and thermal transfer overprinters for date coding, such as Markem Smartdate X40.

Power supply

Industrial VFFS machines typically require a 3-phase electrical supply.

Motion type

High-speed VFFS machines commonly utilise continuous motion for increased output.

• What is VFFS?

  VFFS stands for Vertical Form-Fill-Seal. It's a packaging process where a flat roll of film is formed into a tube, filled with product, and then sealed vertically and horizontally to create individual bags.

• What types of film can this machine use?

• What is the benefit of 'high speed continuous motion'?

• What are forming shoulders?

• Is this machine suitable for washdown environments?

• What is an Allen Bradley HMI touch panel?

Form-fill-seal machines are valued for their reliability and efficiency in packaging operations across food processing sectors. Buyers typically appreciate their versatility in handling various film types and product formats. When purchasing used equipment, inspecting seal quality consistency, checking wear on critical components like heating elements and film guides, and verifying maintenance history are essential. These machines generally offer strong durability and straightforward operation, making them dependable workhorses in production environments.

General overview for this equipment type