Ilapak Carrera 500 PC Flow Wrapper

• Wrapping individual food items such as bakery products, confectionery, and fresh produce.
• Packaging non-food items like small components, stationery, or personal care products.
• Creating hermetic seals for products requiring extended shelf life or protection from contaminants.
• High-speed primary packaging in production lines for various industries.

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput can typically range from 50 to 200 packs per minute, depending on product size and film type.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly require a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with varying current draw based on configuration.

Film materials

These machines are generally compatible with a range of heat-sealable films, including OPP, BOPP, laminates, and some barrier films.

Product dimensions

The Carrera 500PC series typically accommodates a wide range of product lengths, widths, and heights, with specific limits depending on the machine's configuration.

Control system

Modern Ilapak flow wrappers commonly feature PC-based control systems for recipe management, diagnostics, and operational adjustments.

Footprint

For this class of equipment, the footprint can vary but typically requires a floor space of approximately 3 to 5 metres in length and 1.5 to 2 metres in width, excluding infeed and outfeed conveyors.

• What does 'Flow Wrapper' mean?

  A flow wrapper is a horizontal form-fill-seal machine that creates a continuous bag around a product from a single roll of film, sealing it longitudinally and then cross-sealing at each end.

• What kind of products can this machine wrap?

• Is this machine suitable for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP)?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used flow wrapper?

• Can this machine integrate into an existing production line?

• What does 'Sold as seen' imply for a used machine?

Form-fill-seal machines hold strong reputations in food packaging for reliability and consistent output. Buyers typically prioritise machines with clear maintenance histories and verified production specifications. Key strengths include versatility across film types and product formats, alongside relatively straightforward operation. When purchasing used units, inspectors should examine seal quality consistency, film tracking accuracy, and the condition of heating elements. Machines from established manufacturers generally command buyer confidence. Downtime for repairs is a common concern, so availability of spare parts and technical support merits careful consideration before acquisition.

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