Under the motto RE:THINK PACKAGING, GEA will showcase its latest machine and control technologies for the food sector at Fachpack in Nuremberg, Germany, from September 24 to 26 (Hall 7A/Stand 563).
The spotlight will be on the PowerPak 1000 thermoformer, which is tailored for packing meat, poultry, and cheese. This entry-level machine introduces advanced capabilities typically found in high-performance models, making it ideal for SMEs to enhance their packaging processes.
“We are delighted to be able to introduce the PowerPak 1000 to a wider audience. With this machine, we can now help smaller companies improve the efficiency of their packaging processes and increase their output, offering them our many years of expertise and flexible service,” says Stefan Runkel, product manager thermoforming at GEA Food Application Solutions.
Businesses transitioning from traditional vacuum chamber machines or tray sealers will find the GEA solution immensely beneficial. With added flexibility in pack sizes and reduced plastic consumption, the new packaging machine presents numerous advantages.
The PowerPak 1000 produces vacuum, MAP, or skin packs to meet diverse product and packaging requirements, enabling swift adaptation to shifting consumer trends. This innovative machine is available for live demonstrations at the GEA Technology and Application Center XLAB in Biedenkopf-Wallau, Germany.
Another exciting offering is the SmartPacker CX400 vertical pillow bag packaging machine, which creates four distinct pouch types for a variety of products, including fresh and frozen fruits, vegetables, potatoes, and protein foods. This form-fill-seal model is engineered for high capacity and maximum productivity, accommodating bag widths from 55 mm to 400 mm and achieving rates of up to 120 bags per minute.
Key advantages include rapid changeovers for bag formats and film types in under five minutes, alongside sensitive product detection in seals. The CX400 features hand-crafted forming shoulders with a high-tech composite surface, ensuring smooth film transport even in humid conditions. Additionally, its Smart Sealing System can seal up to one million bags before requiring replacement of sealing strips, allowing for quick and efficient maintenance.
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