A range of bagging machines that provide faster and more accurate changeover through a radically new film handling system is being launched at this year’s PPMA Show.
The new MBP R series machines represent a milestone in bagger operation:
By automating film reel set-up, one of the most difficult and time consuming tasks for operators has been eliminated. Changeover times are substantially reduced and film wastage during set up is minimal.
The film mounting and unwind mechanism is now mounted on the side of the machine rather than, traditionally, at the rear, to give the operator a clear view and easy control over the film changeover process. The key to the system is a ‘turner bar’ that now directs film to the forming tube. The angle of this bar is adjustable via motors to provide lateral movement and hence film centring, with the exact position held in memory and monitored during production. This means that rather than attempt to centre the film largely by hand on trial and error basis, the entire process is automatic and readily monitored from the front of the machine.