Packaging is essential to preserving food for transportation and consumption. In order to complete this step as quickly and efficiently as possible, new machinery must be included in an assembly line. A tray sealing machine makes packaging more sanitary, efficient, and suited to individual packing requirements.
Sanitation
Using a tray sealing machine prevents products from leaking during packaging. When packing meat and dairy products, plants have to consider and prevent leaks and cross-contamination between products. The machine wraps products at an angle that prevents them from spilling or leaking. This feature prevents the equipment from being contaminated and reduces the extra time needed to clean up spills. The machine itself is easy to clean and maintain, requiring little disassembly to sanitize.
Packing Material
Individual foods require different kinds of packaging, including foil insulation and plastic covering. A tray sealing machine can be programmed to use multiple kinds of packaging material, and even has sealing capabilities to close bags. These features eliminate the need for multiple packing machines and saves time needed to change over packaging material.
Packing Speed
Because the machine is automated, it can also be programmed to wrap and pack at different speeds. More fragile foods may need a slower wrapping time to prevent surface and internal damage. Food requiring sturdier packaging can have more time to compensate for bulk. Simple non-perishables can be wrapped quickly between speeds of forty to one-hundred-twenty trays per minute.
Programmed Schedule
Having an easily adjustable packing machine will improve overall manufacturing efficiency because of its programming. The machine handles packing on a set, programmed schedule to meet output goals. If the schedule is changed, the machine’s schedule and settings can be easily reprogrammed. These features allow the machine to run on its own as part of the overall assembly chain.
More Overall Efficiency
Tray sealing machines improve food processing efficiency through their easy to maintain design and programmable features. Companies can divert the time and resources saved by these machines to other departments, potential expansion, and new products. These improvements will keep them current, efficient, and up-to-date with new equipment and better output.