Continuous motion vertical form fill seal packaging system
Achieve high-speed, consistent packaging for diverse products with this reliable, continuous motion system, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing downtime in your production line.
Packs and Seals Diverse Food Products
The VFFS Sigma from Viking Masek is a versatile continuous motion bagger tailored for high-speed packaging. It features a robust stainless steel frame and is equipped with servo drive jaw actuation, making it highly efficient for packing and sealing a wide array of food products such as candy, cereals, snacks, and organic foods. Capable of reaching production speeds up to 220 bags per minute, it accommodates packaging sizes up to 400 mm in width. The machine’s color graphic operator interface and off-the-shelf PLC controls ensure ease of use and integration into existing production lines, while options like vacuum pull belts and automatic film tracking enhance operational efficiency. Compatible with various fillers, printers, and metal detectors, the Sigma also supports a range of bag styles, including quad seal and flat bottom bags. Its design emphasizes minimal maintenance with features such as enclosed actuation mechanisms and easy-to-clean surfaces, making it a reliable choice for manufacturers seeking enhanced packaging performance.
Benefits
- Maximizes production speed with up to 220 bags per minute, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Offers versatility in packaging with compatibility for multiple product sizes and styles.
- Ensures seamless integration with existing systems using off-the-shelf PLC controls.
- Minimizes maintenance with durable construction and easy-to-access components.
- Enhances product quality with precise sealing and automated film tracking features.
- Applications
- Cereal,Treats,Candy,Snacks,Pasta,Pet food,Beans,Nuts,Rice,Organic foods,Natural foods
- End products
- Dog biscuits,Spaghetti,Gummy bears,Granola bars,Cat treats,Organic rice cakes,Potato chips,Organic quinoa,Chocolate bars,Basmati rice,Mixed nuts,Black beans
- Steps before
- Mixing,Sizing,Blending
- Steps after
- Packing,Labeling,Inspection
- Input ingredients
- liquid products,candy,cereal,nuts,snacks,natural foods,organic foods,pasta,beans,rice,pet food,treats
- Output ingredients
- quad seal bags,flat bottom bags,pillow bags,gusseted bags,doypack
- Market info
- Viking Masek is known for manufacturing innovative packaging machinery. They specialize in automated packaging solutions, including vertical and horizontal form-fill-seal machines, and are reputed for quality, flexibility, and custom-engineered solutions for various industries.
- Max Speed
- 220 bpm
- Bag Size Minimum
- 60 mm x 120 mm (2.36" x 4.72")
- Bag Size Maximum
- 250 mm x 1,000 mm (9.8" x 39.37")
- Maximum Roll Diameter
- 450 mm (17.75")
- Maximum Roll Width
- 830 mm (32.5")
- Weight
- 900 kg (1,985 lbs)
- Air Pressure
- 12-18 SCFM at 90 PSI
- Power Supply
- 480 V,three phase,60 Hz
- Automation
- PLC-controlled
- Bag Type
- Quad seal,Flat bottom,Doy-style,Gusset
- Options
- Carry Handle,Euroslot
- Automation level
- PLC
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Changeover time
- Minimal
- Cleaning method
- Manual
- Energy efficiency
- Not specified
- Operating speed
- Up to 220 bpm
- Film tracking
- Automatic
- Film unwind
- VFD powered
- Jaw actuation
- Servo drive
- Noise level
- Vibration-free
- Stainless steel compatibility
- Yes
- Film compatibility
- Various packaging films
- Corrosive resistance
- Yes
- Cleanability
- Yes
- Product Type
- Liquids / Candy / Cereal,Nuts,Snacks / Natural,Organic Foods / Pasta,Beans,Rice / Pet Food,Treats
- Frame Material
- Robust stainless steel
- Control panel type
- Color graphic operator interface
- Integration possibilities
- Integration with fillers,printers,metal detectors,label applicators,checkweighers
- Product settler
- Available option
- Remote diagnostics
- Available option
- Customization for bag styles
- Quad seal,flat bottom,Doy-style,gusset
- Sealing options
- Vacuum pull belts,automatic film tracking,VFD powered film unwind
- Jaw obstruction detection
- Integrated feature
- Bag deflators
- Optional feature
- Film splice table
- Available
- Storage for product recipes
- Up to 100 recipes
- Washdown construction
- Optional
- Hole punch option
- Euroslot or Round