Servo-driven vf/f/s machine

UVA-Butler (Richmond, VA) has introduced the Butler(TM) 3 vertical form/fill/seal machine that uses servo motors, an Allen-Bradley programmable logic controller 503 and a touch screen for production information and fault display.

Sep 30, 1995

The motors are used to help facilitate film draw-off at the forming collar area, and at a downstream cross-sealing station. The vf/f/s machine produces up to 140 bags/min. Accommodates bags in widths from 2" to 12.5" and lengths from 2" to 19". Accepts heat-sealable laminates or thermoplastic films. Designed for a variety of applications including instant quick-frozen foods, seafood, cereals, snacks, bakery and confectionery products, granulates, pet foods and fresh produce.

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Servo-driven vf/f/s machine

A Look into the World of Cartoning Equipment

A Look at Feeding and Inserting Equipment on the Packaging Line

How Products are Loaded and Sealed into Pre-Made Bags and Pouches

Coding & Marking Equipment: Why It’s So Important in Packaging

Building a Modular Machine Visualization Solution

Cadbury Uses Certified-Circular BOPP for Chocolate Bars

Sugar Producer Emphasizes Flexibility in End-of-Line Solution

Aldi, Paulig, and Scan Sverige Introduce Recyclable Packaging Innovations

Liquid Mixing Systems: Improve Process Efficiency & Performance

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