Horizontal Form Fill Seal Technology Performs Many Functions

WeighPack Systems Inc. has launched its first HFFS machine, the Swifty R2B. Horizontal form fill and seal technology integrates bag making, filling, sealing, and printing in one automatic process.  Eliminating the need to purchase pre-made bags, the Swifty R2B uses laminated roll stock film to create a variety of different pouch  styles including flat-bottom, stand-up, three-sided seal and foursided seal bags with or without zipper closures.  Designed to handle bag sizes ranging from 3 inches to 8 inches wide and 4 inches to 11 inches long, the R2B runs with speeds of up to 120 bags per minute.Standard features include stainless steel construction, Schneider PLC controls and servo motor and OMRON temperature controller.Options such code dating, zipping device, film perforator and a notcher for easy tear-off are also available.