Hayssen Sandiacre - VFFS Sandiacre

Applications & Use Cases

• Packaging of snack foods such as crisps, nuts, and confectionery.
• Bagging of dry goods including grains, pulses, and powders.
• Forming and filling bags for frozen foods like vegetables or chips.
• Packaging of pet food and animal feed products.
• Suitable for various non-food items requiring flexible bag packaging.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of VFFS machine, throughput commonly ranges from 40 to 120 bags per minute, depending on product and bag size.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with varying power consumption based on model and features.

Bag types

Commonly forms pillow bags, gusseted bags, and block bottom bags from a single roll of film.

Film materials

Typically compatible with a range of heat-sealable film materials, including laminates and polyethylene.

Footprint

The footprint for a VFFS machine of this category can vary, but typically requires a floor area of approximately 1.5m x 2m, plus space for ancillary equipment.

Sealing mechanism

Commonly features either impulse or constant heat sealing for robust bag closures.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What ancillary equipment is typically needed with a VFFS machine?

  A VFFS machine commonly requires an upstream weighing or dosing system (e.g., multihead weigher, auger filler), a product infeed system, and a take-away conveyor for finished bags.

• Can this machine handle different bag sizes?

• What kind of maintenance does a used VFFS machine require?

• Is it possible to integrate this machine into an existing production line?

• What safety features are commonly found on VFFS machines?