With the continuous improvement of the automation level of the packaging industry, the automated horizontal packaging machine has become the main equipment in the food, daily chemical, pharmaceutical and other industries. But many companies will raise a key question when selecting a model: Can this machine be used for multiple purposes? Can it adapt to products of different sizes and shapes?
1. What is a machine for multiple uses?
"One machine for multiple uses" means that under the premise of not frequently changing equipment, by properly adjusting or changing molds and program settings, the packaging tasks of multiple products can be completed. For example:
Food industry: The same machine can package biscuits, cakes, and candies;
Daily chemical industry: It can package both soap and wet wipes;
Medical industry: It is compatible with different medical supplies such as masks and disposable gloves.
Most modern horizontal packaging machines are equipped with variable frequency speed regulation, electric eye tracking, and PLC control systems, which support fast switching of product specifications. You only need to adjust the parameters on the touch screen.
2. Does it support special-shaped packaging?
This is a key issue that many companies are concerned about. The so-called "special-shaped packaging" refers to the irregular shape of the product itself or the packaging bag, such as:
Irregular biscuits and candies;
Polygonal mask bags;
Customized packaging structures for medical products.
For such needs, high-end automated horizontal packaging machines generally have customized clamping devices, adjustable sealing devices, and servo positioning systems, which can accurately control the tension and positioning of the packaging film to achieve stable packaging of special-shaped items.
In addition, it can also meet the market's diverse requirements for appearance and functionality by configuring punching, edge punching, hanging holes, and easy-tear devices.
3. How to achieve multi-purpose use and special-shaped support for one machine?
1. Modularity of structural design
Modern horizontal packaging machines generally adopt modular design, such as automatic feeding system, former, and cutter unit can be replaced, so as to quickly adapt to different packaging forms.
2. Intelligent control system
The intelligent PLC system combined with servo motor control can realize automatic detection and adjustment of product size, and record multiple sets of parameter recipes, and switching only requires one button operation.
3. Strong compatibility of packaging materials
The equipment supports a variety of film materials (such as OPP, composite film, aluminum-plastic film, biodegradable film, etc.), and can match the best packaging effect according to product attributes.
4. Usage suggestions
If you have multi-category, small batch, customized packaging needs, you should choose a horizontal packaging machine with the following features:
Multi-specification fast switching function;
Can be equipped with special-shaped molds and customized sealing components;
Equipped with servo control system and stable feeding mechanism;
Reliable brand and perfect after-sales service.
At the same time, it is recommended to cooperate with experienced manufacturers to do proofing tests based on actual products to confirm the stability and aesthetics of the packaging.
Automated horizontal packaging machines are fully capable of "one machine for multiple uses" and support special-shaped packaging. The key lies in choosing the right model and module configuration. For companies pursuing efficiency and flexible production, it can not only save manpower and time, but also enhance the professionalism and competitiveness of products in the market.