Packaging Equipment

Packaging equipment is typically a bit of an encompassing combination of words that can range from a variety of different uses and functions. In the industrial world, these types of machinery are most often used to enclose and seal certain types of materials so that they can be readily shipped thereafter.

A common type is any sort of machinery that is specifically used to seal a variety of bags. Many machines exists to quickly seal both paper and plastic bags in either full or semi-automation. What at first glance may seem like an insignificant function, these machines are computerized and otherwise highly complex in order to deal with a high volume of sealing.

Common packaging equipment such as the aforementioned bag sealing machines are used in industries that require a robust volume of plastic or paper bags being sealed. Finding a machine that has built-in bag jam detection mechanisms and full automation is a must for companies that will utilize the machinery without the aid of a person. Additionally, other safeguards such as temperature sensors that constantly monitor for overheating help to not only reduce the amount of energy usage of the device, but the safety and integrity of the overall device as well.

The machines themselves utilize a very hot adhesive that is carefully placed on certain areas of the surface and then use a process known as pinch-style to secure the bag closed. Other variations of this type of packaging equipment are the double roller machines that offer a different style of sealing. A double roll uses a constant melting and sealing system that is used most often for the majority of open mouth and gusseted paper and plastic bags. The speed at which the machine operates is entirely variable and programmable, allowing the user production rates that can range up to 80 linear feet every minute. These machines are also very compact in design and usually contain a control panel for ease of use.

The industries that most commonly utilize these types of machines are those that deal with pet food and food mix products. The bags that are dispensed from these machines can vary greatly in size. Luckily, there’s a great amount of packaging equipment to choose from, which equally vary in the type and size of bags they are able to operate with.

Aside from sealing, other types of machinery are used to physically sew bags together in a variety of means and from different materials. Multi-wall paper, woven and even laminated polypropylene are just a few of the different materials that typical bag sewing machines are able to operate with. These machines also work in a semi or fully automated bagging line, allowing the operator to use a simple control panel to change the speed on demand.

Other types of packaging equipment include bag hangers and other types of machinery that is used to expedite the process of creating, sealing and handling bags in a quick and efficient manner. Each of which is designed to deal with a certain size and volume of product, while specific models will work in tandem with one another to complete the process of bag manufacturing from start to finish.