What Is a Flow Wrapper?
Flow wrapper is a high-speed packaging machine that provides an efficient alternative to manual bagging practices. These machines can pack products at speeds of up to 250 packs per minute, allowing operators to respond quickly to demand and produce limited edition items for special events.
Unlike other packaging methods, Flow wrapper can handle product shapes of all sizes and types. This versatility means they can handle many different packaging styles and are a popular choice across multiple industries including bakery, home goods, pet treats, snack foods and fresh produce.
Film selection is crucial for any process, but it’s especially critical when using a flow wrapper to package food items like candies and baked goods. Choosing the correct film type is important for ensuring consistent and accurate sealing, as well as for creating packages that are light and easy to transport.
The film type used for a Flow wrapper should be selected based on the characteristics of the product, its packaging size and other factors. This includes deciding whether to use heat or cold sealing to create seals on the ends of the film. If the package is intended for hot-sealing, a heat-resistant film should be used.
Selecting the right flow wrapper for your needs is an important decision, and a qualified salesperson can help you find the best option for your operation. These professionals can discuss the various models, features, and options available so that you can determine which one is the best fit for your business.
A Flow Wrapper is an automatic packaging machine that uses heat or cold sealing to create tight seals on a food product’s outer packaging. The machine can also be programmed to automatically execute specific tasks and features based on user input.
Typically, a flow wrapper comes with an automated touch screen that allows you to set up the parameters and feature requirements for executing a specific type of packaging. These screens provide a quick and easy way to control the machine and ensure that you get exactly what you need out of it.
Problems with an Ordinary Flow Wrapper
There are several problems that can arise with an ordinary flow wrapper, and the most common is a jam in the forming area. If this occurs, you should consult with the manufacturer to determine the cause and fix it.
Another issue is a product that’s too long for the machine’s forming zone. If this happens, you should adjust the infeed pitch to accommodate the length of the product.
The forming zone is the section of a flow wrapper where the packaging material is fed in. The forming zone consists of a forming shoe, a dancer roller and a spool of film that’s guided by the forming shoe. As the film feeds in, it forms around the product and folds under it.
Once the forming shoe is fully wrapped around the product, paired sealing wheels form a lengthwise fin seal on top of the wrapped item. A rotary heat sealer applies heat to both the edges of the film and the wrapped product.