Higher output at lower cost per bag
The GEA SmartPacker TwinTube is a high-speed packing system that provides big productivity benefits, flexibility, and operational efficiency. With an impressive combined production output of up to 500 bags per minute and a re-enforced modular design, it is an excellent choice for high-speed, sustainable packing your sweets, nuts and snacks.
The machine is now capable of handling pillow bags up to 160mm bag width, and format changes for the entire format range are quick, simple, and require no tools. It can run traditional film bags, as well as mono material or paper-based bags, allowing you to demonstrate your sustainability credentials to customers in new ways.
Main applications
Candy, savory snacks, nuts & small cookies, dried fruit.
Reliability you can count on
- Over 98% uptime, proven in installations around the world
- Backed by GEA’s 60 years’ experience in vertical packaging
- Consistent and accurate bag length thanks to monitored film transport and jaw movement
- Produces pillow bags up to 160 mm width.
Dedicated design for high-speed packing
- Low drop between weigher and jaw head allows high speed and compact portion packing
- Reinforced sealing technology allows more flexibility in terms of film types and specifications
- Fully integrated GEA TiroLabel unit for precise labeling
- Patent pending innovative, open machine design allows easy access, visibility and efficient maintenance
- Automatic web tracking eliminates film deviations during production, without the need of manual adjustment
High efficiency with a small footprint
- Runs mono material as well as paper film
- Future-proof modular design allows easy installation of options or upgrades
- Space and cost savings through efficient use of factory space
Specifications
Advanced technologyProduct-in-seal detection
The GEA SmartPacker features an automatic detection system that senses the presence of product between the sealing jaws. When this occurs, the machine automatically creates a double bag to avoid contamination or damage of the cross-seal jaws and knife, resulting in less downtime and waste. In fact, only one double bag is lost during the continuous production cycle.
Automatic web tracking
With automatic web tracking the direction of the film will be adjusted automatically when the film deviates from its path, due to - for example - variances in the film roll. Thereby it eliminates all manual adjustment. Ultimately this safeguards the quality of the resulting bags while saving on downtime.
Durable forming set
The GEA forming set with insert is reinforced with fiberglass to provide extra protection and ensure a longer operational life, resulting in less wear and tear. The use of an insert allows for production of overlaps and tucked seams with the same shoulder. Additionally, each set has a rigid surface to ensure smooth running in moist or wet environments. The forming set can be ordered with your SmartPacker or as additional tooling, depending on your bag type demands.
Technical details
| Product specifications | SmartPacker TwinTube |
| Bag width (min./max.) | 60/160 mm |
| Maximum bag weight | 0,2 kg |
| Maximum speed * | up to 500 bags/min |
| Equipment dimensions H x W x D | 1672x1611x2755 mm |
Add-ons
Options GEA SmartPacker TwinTube
GEA TiroLabel for SmartPacker TwinTube
GEA TiroLabel for SmartPackers
The GEA TiroLabel is a dedicated labeling unit that can be perfectly integrated into your SmartPacker, delivering a speed of up to 180 labels per minute at a width of 150 mm on each side. The label roll has a quick-release operation, allowing it to be changed in seconds without the loss of operational time. Enjoy millimeter precision at labeling with the GEA TiroLabel for SmartPackers.
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