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Optima Machinery Corp. (Green Bay, WI) offers the Rianta VA400 universal bread bagger with reliable product gripper, Siemens PLC, and an automatic clipper with printing capabilities on the clip.

Jan 31, 2003

Machine was designed with the bread industry in mind with its modern construction and up to date electronic control. According to the company, the Rianta VA400 provides high operation safety while still offering ease of operation.

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