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exhibits two new packaging systems
for bars, biscuits and bakery
levels of efficiency, productivity and
flexibility,” Tanner explains.
The displayed system features an
optional cardboard inlay module.
The Sigpack KA forms flat,
U-shaped or O-shaped cardboard
inlays, that are fed into the highspeed
flow wrapper. The Sigpack
HRM is equipped with an HPS
high-performance splicer and is
able to wrap up to 1,500 products
per minute. One of the highlights
of the system is the Sigpack TTM1
topload cartoner. It stands out
for its high product and format
flexibility. In this configuration,
the machine either loads the flow
wrapped products into 24-ct
display cartons or fills them directly
into a ‘Work In Process’ (WIP)
tray. In addition, the integrated bar
system is equipped with the mobile
device-friendly Operations and
Maintenance Assistants that are
both part of the Industry 4.0-based
Digital Shopfloor Solutions
portfolio. These user-friendly,
intuitive assistants boost operators’
capabilities and guide them through
maintenance and operative tasks in
a quick and easy manner.
New all-round
system
At FachPack, Bosch will launch
its new all-round packaging
system, which is suited for bars,
biscuits and bakery products –
but can also be adapted for other
products. It features the new Pack
Feeder 4 and the new Pack 403
horizontal flow wrapper with an
output of up to 800 products per
minute. The chain feeding system
stands out for its easy cleanability
with tool-less belt removal and
gentle product handling. The
Pack 403 achieves consistent
flow wrapping results thanks to
its upgraded cross and fin-seal
units. With decals and scales, the
machine is operator friendly and
features a removable discharge belt
that reliably rejects faulty packages.
“Our new system is a modular
and scalable solution that is
able to grow with the customer’s
needs,” Tanner explains.
“Manufacturers can easily upgrade
and complement the system with
extra options such as a cartoning
machine.”
Profound
competence and
expert consulting
Bosch packaging technology also
offers dedicated project consulting
– beginning with early planning,
the choice of technology, system
layout up to service packages and
beyond. One major competence
area is sealing technology, which
is key in the packaging process.
“Which sealing technology
achieves the best results always
depends on the product and
film characteristics,” Tanner
adds. “Based on many years of
experience, we offer in-depth
support at our sealing testing labs,
where we conduct tests together
with customers to identify the best
option.” Heat-sealing technology
will be shown as part of the
Bosch Packaging
Technology will showcase
its latest packaging
system solutions for bars,
biscuits and bakery at two
global packaging trade
shows in September.
At PackExpo in Las
Vegas, USA, Bosch will
showcase a high-speed
integrated system
solution with features that take
efficiency to the next level. At
FachPack in Nuremberg, Germany,
customers will experience a
scalable mid-range system, which
is ideal for fast-growing companies
to expand their capacities. “We
have decades of experience in
engineering packaging systems. We
carefully analyse the requirements
of our customers to ensure that
they get a system tailored to their
needs,” Martin Tanner, director
product management at Bosch
Packaging Technology, says. “No
matter if manufacturers need
an entry level system, a flexible
high-speed solution or anything in
between, we are able to provide the
ideal solution.”
Efficient integrated
system
Bosch will show off a version of
its highly efficient seamless bar
packaging systems. The exhibit
consists of a high performance,
indirect distribution station, a
cardboard inlay feeding unit, a
high-speed Sigpack HRM flow
wrapping machine and a flexible
Sigpack TTM1 topload cartoner.
“This system is one example of our
seamless systems portfolio that
provide manufacturers with highest
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