How a Form Fill Seal Machine Works

How a Form Fill Seal Machine Works

A form fill seal machine is a piece of packaging equipment that can significantly improve your production line. These machines help eliminate human error and mistakes, inconsistent quality, and rising labor costs. These systems are highly customizable to fit your exact needs and can be seamlessly integrated into a new or existing production line. They work by forming the pouch, filling it with your product and sealing it horizontally or vertically.

There are two main types of form fill seal machines: HFFS (horizontal flow) and VFFS (vertical form fill seal). Both of these bagging systems are great options for different companies, but they have many similarities as well. They both provide greater speed and versatility than other bagging systems. VFFS machines have the capability to handle multiple bag sizes, and they can produce a wide range of packaging styles including gusset bags, pillow bags, doy-style stand-up bags, and flat bottom bags. They also have the ability to add finishing touches such as a tear notch, hole punch/euro punch, or date/batch code.

During the formation process, the machine pulls the film down from its roll and feeds it over a forming tube or collar. This tube shapes the film into the correct bag size and provides the vertical seam that holds the top of the pouch together with its bottom. Depending on the type of product, you may choose to have the machine insert air or inert gas into your bag. Inflating your bag helps reduce the crushing of fragile products like potato chips and prevents bacteria from growing in it. After the bag is formed, it’s filled and sealed, then cut off of the forming tube and discharged onto a conveyor system or into a box based on your needs.

Once the bag has been formed and filled, the machine will hot seal the bottom of the bag to complete your package. It will then pause briefly so that the vertical seal bar can affix itself to the vertical overlap on the bag. This process ensures a secure, durable, and long-lasting seal.

After the seal is made, the machine will finish off by adding a date/batch code, tear notch or a hole punch/euro punch if necessary. These finishing touches help distinguish your brand and make it easier for customers to open and use your products. These are also important for retailers to identify your brand when hanging the bags on their retail shelves.

When you invest in a hygienic and high-performing form fill seal machine, you can rest assured that your food or beverage will have the best possible appearance. Whether your company is a small business or large corporation, a hygienic and high-performing VFFS machine can help you achieve your production goals. If you are interested in learning more about how a form fill seal machine can streamline your production lines, please contact us today. We offer the best form fill seal machines in the industry, and our team is here to help you find the perfect solution for your unique packaging requirements.

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