VERTICAL FORM FILL SEAL MACHINES

VERTICAL FORM FILL SEAL MACHINES

AUTOMATIC PACKAGING MACHINES 2 Vertical Form, Fill and Seal machines AVM AVM vertical Form, Fill and Seal (VFFS) machines automatically form a bag from a flat roll of film, allow it to be filled with free flowing product, and then seal and separate the finished package. The advantage of using VFFS machines on your packaging line is increased production speed and improved cost efficiencies. The Audion AVM range of fully automatic VFFS machines is one of the most extensive in the industry. With over 30 years experience, Audion manufactures a complete line of reliable, flexible, low maintenance, user-friendly machines. These machines can make bags from 5 ml up to 50 litres. Using the appropriate dosing system, these bags can automatically be filled with free flowing solid, powder, or liquid products. Audion can supply the integrated system, including the dosing equipment, packaging machine, and necessary feeding systems. In addition to the standard range of machines, Audion has a special engineering department where machines are developed and built to customer specifications. Main AVM features and benefits: User friendly programming easy to operate PLC controlled sealing - improved reliability Self diagnostic information system - advanced maintenance 50 program memory storage - rapid product changeover Batch counter production efficiency Adjustable pressure on film transport belts increased film variety Automatic jaw release if product is trapped between seal jaws minimizes product damage Bi-active horizontal seal bars seal reliability End of film detector for minimal downtime Overlap and fin seal capability Print registered film capability CE compliant AVM 190HS

3 AUTOMATIC PACKAGING MACHINES Options Gas Flush - modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) Dust extraction seal reliability with powdery products Product catching plates minimizes damage to delicate products Air press device reduces air in the bag Perforation unit removes air in the bag Bar coding, printing, and labeling Encoder wheel improved bag length accuracy with plain film Double stroke extended bag length Stainless steel wash down construction (IP 65) food industry environment Servo-driven seal bars increased production speed Servo-driven film transport improved bag length accuracy and film variety Package styles Pillow bag Block bottom bag Gussetted bag Tetrahedron bag Chain bags Zipper bags Clip closing Header cards Seal options Twin seal for liquid products Hole punch round, euro, carrying Quatro seal Custom seal profile AVM 280

AUTOMATIC PACKAGING MACHINES 4 AVM 200 IC The AVM 200 IC is the most compact Audion vertical form, fill and seal machine. This bagger is ideal for the packaging of parts and other small items in bags; reducing material costs and increasing production speed. The AVM 200 IC is specially designed to work in conjunction with an optional feeding system, for increased production speed and productivity. A special discharge conveyor is also available for workplace efficiency, taking the packed product from the machine up to table height. The AVM 200 IC is equipped with PLC controlled impulse seal bars to ensure perfect sealing of polyethylene bag material. The complete machine is operated by a PLC with touch screen that can store up to 50 different programs. The total height of the machine is only 960 mm, which makes it capable of fitting next to a work bench. Technical specifications AVM 200 IC Bag width (min-max) 50-200 mm Bag length (min-max) 50-200 mm Max. volume 1200 cm3 Max. weight 2000 g Film thickness PE (min-max) 50 200 micron Max. capacity with PE* 40 bags / min* Inner diameter film roll 75 mm Max. diameter film roll 400 mm Air pressure 7 bar Air consumption 200-400 l/min Machine dimensions (LxWxH) 1200 x 700 x 960 mm Machine weight 150 kg Voltage 230 V / 1 phase / 50-60 Hz Consumption 2,5 kw Optional Feeding System/Discharge Conveyor This system will improve production output and is ideal when bagging parts as a kit.the feeding system of the AVM 200 IC consists of a sorting table on which the product can be placed, a conveyor belt with dividers, and a product counter with photo eye. The operator manually fills the conveyor slots, the conveyor automatically dispenses the product into the AVM 200 IC, and the counter increments upon detection of the part in the bagger. When the set number of products is counted, the machine automatically seals the bag and the discharge conveyor moves one section forward. The discharge conveyor can also be used as a support for bagging heavy products. Features Touch screen operator interface PLC controlled operation and sealing Self diagnostic information system 50 program memory storage Bi-active horizontal impulse seal bars Easy exchange of form shoulder without tools Automatic jaw release if product is trapped between the seal jaws Print registered film capability End of film detector Batch counter Overlap or fin seal CE compliant AVM 200 IC Options Sorting table with feeding belt and counter Discharge conveyor Bar code and printing Encoder wheel Double stroke Chain bags Catch plates Air press device Perforation unit Gas flush AVM 200 IC + feeding system discharge conveyor *Capacity is dependent on packaging material, product, environment, etc.

5 AUTOMATIC PACKAGING MACHINES AVM 190 The AVM 190 is a small, fully automatic vertical form, fill, and seal machine. It automatically forms a bag, allows it to be filled with product, and then seals and separates the finished package. The AVM 190 can be used to pack many different products, such as granules, powders, liquids, and solids. The low height of the machne (less than 1200 mm) means that product feeding can be done manually or by means of a fully automatic dosing system, which Audion can supply. The AVM 190 is available in a range of version and can be equipped with a variety of options to suit your needs. The AVM 190 is equipped with multipurpose seal bars. These seal bars allow the AVM 190 to work with a wide range of packaging materials, including polypropylene, laminates, and polyethylene. The AVM 190I is specially designed for applications where polyethylene (PE) material is used. The AVM 190I is able to seal PE at higher speeds than the AVM 190, using its impulse seal jaws. The AVM 190I also features the ability to set the cool down temperature, giving the seal the necessary strength to hold the weight of product in the bag. The AVM 190I gives a fast, high integrity seal even with thick materials. The AVM 190 HS is the High Speed version in the AVM 190 range, able to achieve a production speed of 80 bags/min. The AVM 190 HS has 12 mm wide horizontal heat seal bars, pneumatically-adjustable film transport belts, and a touch screen operator interface. The AVM 190 HS is also available with stainless steel wash down construction (IP 65 classification), making it extremely suitable for the harsh environment of the food industry. The AVM 190 SERVO is a high performance vertical form, fill, and seal machine. The AVM 190 SERVO is able to achieve a production rate of over 100 bags/min. Using servo driven horizontal seal bars, this machine achieves a high production speed without compromising seal integrity. The AVM 190 SERVO has 12 mm wide horizontal heat seal bars, pneumatically-adjustable film transport belts, and a touch screen operator interface. The complete AVM 190 range is designed to be integrated with a multihead/multilane scale, as well as auger, pump or volumetric filler. Main features of the AVM 190 User friendly programming Touch screen operator interface* PLC controlled operation and sealing Easy exchange of form shoulder without tools Self diagnostic information system Memory to store programs Batch counter Pneumatically adjustable film transport belts* Inverter controlled film transport motor* Automatic jaw release if product is trapped between the seal jaws Bi-active horizontal seal bars Print registered film capability End of film detector Overlap and fin seal CE compliant *Not available on AVM 190 and AVM 190I The AVM 190 is available in the following versions Multipurpose for a variety of bag materials AVM 190 Impulse for sealing polyethylene AVM 190I High speed for increased production AVM(S) 190 HS Servo for the highest production speed AVM(S) 190 SERVO AVM 190

AUTOMATIC PACKAGING MACHINES 6 Options Gas flush for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) Dust collector Product catching plates Automatic web tracking Air press device Bar coding, printing and labeling Encoder wheel Double stroke Stainless steel wash down construction (IP 65) Servo driven film transport Package styles Pillow bag Block bottom bag Gussetted bag Tetrahedron bag Chain bags Zipper bags Clip closing Header cards Seal options Twin seal for liquid products Hole punch round, euro, carrying Quatro seal Custom seal profile AVMS 190 HS including auger and feeding auger Technical specifications AVM 190 AVM(S) 190 HS AVM 190 I AVM(S) 190 SERVO Bag width (min-max) 50-190 mm 50-190 mm 50-190 mm 50-190 mm Bag length (min-max) 50-300 mm 50-300 mm 50-300 mm 50-300 mm Volume (max) 2000 cm3 2000 cm3 2000 cm3 2000 cm3 Max. weight per bag** 1500 g 1500 g 1500 g 1500 g Film thickness PP (min-max) 35 80 µm 35 80 µm - 50-80 µm Film thickness PE (min-max) 50 100 µm - 50-200 µm - Film thickness laminates Please contact us Please contact us Please contact us Please contact us Max. capacity with PE* 20 bags/min - 40 bags/min - Max. capacity PP* 40 bags/min 80 bags/min - 100+ bags/min Inner diameter film 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm Max. diameter film roll 400 mm 400 mm 400 mm 400 mm Air pressure 7 bar 7 bar 7 bar 7 bar Air consumption 200-400 l/min 200-400 l/min 300-600 l/min 100 l/min Machine dimensions (LxWxH) 1130 x 950 x 1175 mm 1280 x 865 x 1175 mm 1130 x 950 x 1175 mm 1280 x 865 x 1175 mm Machine weight 226 kg 230 kg 230 kg 250 kg Voltage 230 V 1 Ph 50/60 Hz 230 V 1 Ph 50/60 Hz 230 V 1 Ph 50/60 Hz 230/400 V 3 Ph 50/60 Hz Consumption 1 kw 1 kw 2,5 kw 6 kw (S) For stainless steel 304 and IP 65 classification ** Weight without support table

7 AUTOMATIC PACKAGING MACHINES AVM 280 & AVM 320/350 The AVM 280 is designed to make bags with a width of up to 280 mm and a volume of up to 6 liters. This robust fully automatic vertical form, fill and seal machine is available in a heat seal version for PP and laminates (AVM 280H) and an impulse seal version for PE materials (AVM 280I). The AVM 280 is programmed by a PLC with touch screen. This PLC can also operate the dosing system as well as the feeding and discharge conveyor, creating complete packaging system control at your fingertips Specially designed for the harsh environment of the food industry, we have the AVMS 280. This machine has a stainless steel wash down construction and IP 65 classification. For the potato industry as well as for other delicate products such as oranges, Audion has developed the AVM 280 60 inclined machine. The product is dropped in the bag through a filling chute which is placed at an angle of 60, minimizing product damage. In addition, this machine is able to work with mesh material (such as CLAF fabric). The AVM 280/320/350 can also be built with servo driven horizontal seal bars. The accurate control of the servo motor increases the production speed, without compromising performance. The result is a very fast and smooth running AVM 280/320/350. In addition, when small bags are required, the opening of the seal bars can be easily be reduced by means of the touch screen, considerably increasing production capacity. When wider bags are required the AVM 280 can be extended to the AVM 320 for impulse seal and 350 mm for the heat seal machine. This machine can make bags up to 320/350 mm wide with a contents of approx. 10 litres. The AVM 320/350 is also available as a stainless steel AVMS 320/350. AVMS 280 Technical specifications AVM(S) 280 H/I AVM(S) 320 I / 350 H AVM(S) 280 / 320 / 350 SERVO Bag width (min-max) 50-280 mm 50-320/ 350 mm 50-280/ 320/ 350 mm Bag length (min-max) 50-450 mm 50-450 mm 50-450 mm Max. volume 6000 cm3 10000 cm3 6000/ 10000 cm3 Film thickness PP (min-max) 20 µm 80 µm 20 µm 80 µm 20 µm 80 µm Film thickness PE (min-max) 25 µm 200 µm 25 µm 200 µm 25 µm 200 µm Film thickness laminates Please contact us Please contact us Please contact us Max. capacity with PE* 40 bags/min 40 bags/min - Max. capacity with PP* 60 bags/min 60 bags/min 100+ bags/min Inner diameter film roll 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm Max. diameter film roll 400 mm 400 mm 400 mm Air pressure 6 10 bar 6 10 bar 6 10 bar Air consumption 200-500 l/min 200-500 l/min 100-300 l/min Machine dimensions (LxWxH) 1690 x 1270 x 1845 mm 1690 x 1270 x 1845 mm 1690 x 1270 x 1845 mm Machine weight 450 kg 450 kg 450 kg Voltage 230/ 400 V - 3 Ph 50/ 60 Hz 230/ 400 V - 3 Ph 50/ 60 Hz 230/ 400 V - 3 Ph 50/ 60 Hz Consumption 2 kw 2 kw 6 kw *Capacity is dependent on packaging material, product, environment, etc.

AUTOMATIC PACKAGING MACHINES 8 Main features AVM(S) 280/320/350 H/I User friendly programming by touch screen PLC controlled operation and sealing Easy exchange of form shoulder without tools Self diagnostic information system 50 program memory storage Batch counter Pneumatically adjustable film transport belts Inverter controlled film transport motor Inverter controlled motor for unwinding film roll Automatic jaw release if product is trapped between the seal jaws Bi-active horizontal seal bars Print registered film capability End of film detector Overlap and fin seal CE compliant Options Gas flush for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) Support table Dust extraction Product catching plates Automatic web tracking Air press device Double stroke Bar coding, printing and labeling Encoder wheel Conveyor belts Stainless steel wash down construction (IP 65) 60 inclined machine for potatoes, fruit, and bakery products Servo driven horizontal seal bars Servo driven film transport Package styles Pillow bag Block bottom bag Gussetted bag Tetrahedron bag Chain bags Zipper bags Clip closing Header cards Seal options Twin seal for liquid products Hole punch round, euro, carrying Quatro seal Custom seal profile AVM 280 60 inclined

9 AUTOMATIC PACKAGING MACHINES AVM 450/550 SERVO The AVM 450 SERVO is Audion s largest fully automatic vertical form, fill and seal machine. The AVM 450 Servo can make bags with a width of up to 450 mm and volume of 40 liters. If a wider bag is necessary, the machine can be extended to make bags with a width of up to 550 mm. The AVM 450 SERVO features PLC controlled impulse sealing system for increased seal integrity. There is also a user friendly touch screen interface that can also control the dosing system (including auger filler, conveyor belt, and volumetric doser). Film loading on the AVM 450 SERVO is quick and easy, using the specially designed reel holder. Once the film is placed on the reel holder, the end can be taped or sealed to the last piece of the previous roll for a rapid film changeover. The vertical seal is made by a 600 mm long seal bar. If bags with a length of more than 600 mm are required, the seal bar can be replaced with an optional continuous belt. Options Automatic web tracking Continuous vertical seal belt Constantly heated seal bars Servo driven film transport Water cooled seal bars Dosing system software integration Gas flush for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) Dust extraction Product catching plates Air press device Double stroke Bar coding, printing and labeling Encoder wheel Conveyor belts Stainless steel wash down construction (IP 65) Bag width of up to 550 mm Package styles Pillow bag Block bottom bag Gussetted bag Chain bags Zipper bags Seal options Twin seal for liquid products Hole punch round, euro, carrying Quatro seal Custom seal profile Main features of the AVM 450/550 SERVO User friendly programming by touch screen PLC controlled operation and sealing Easy exchange of form shoulder without tools Self diagnostic information system 50 program memory storage Batch counter Pneumatically adjustable film transport belts Inverter controlled film transport motor Inverter controlled motor for unwinding film roll Automatic jaw release if product is trapped between the seal jaws Bi-active horizontal seal bars Print registered film capability End of film detector Overlap and fin seal CE compliant AVM 450 including belt doser Technical specifications AVM 450 AVM 550 Bag width (min-max) 150-450 mm 150-550 mm Bag length (min-max) 150-600 mm 150-600 mm Max. bag volume 40 litre 50 litre Film thickness PE (min-max) 25 µm 200 µm 25 µm 200 µm Film thickness laminates Please contact us Please contact us Max. capacity* 40 bags/ min 40 bags / min Max. diameter film roll 400 mm 400 mm Air pressure 6 10 bar 6 10 bar Air consumption 200-400 l 200-400 l Machine dimensions (LxWxH) 1800 x 1308 x 2325 mm 1800 x 1308 x 2325 mm Machine weight (without options) 700 kg 700 kg Voltage 230/ 400 V -3 Ph 50/ 60 Hz 230 / 400 V - 3 Ph 50/60 Hz Consumption 7 kw 7 kw *Capacity is dependent on packaging material, product, environment, etc.

AUTOMATIC DOSING SYSTEMS 10 Dosing systems Besides the advanced packaging machines, Audion manufactures and supplies a wide range of automatic dosing equipment suitable for all types of products. For every product, Audion has the solution to meet the customer s demand. When high speed and accuracy are required, we have multihead digital combination scales. For liquids we have pumps, for powders an auger, and for extremely free flowing products we can supply a volumetric cup dosing system. Audion also manufactures the complementary equipment to transport the product to and from the packaging machine. All these systems have their own product range and there is sure to be a solution that will suit your needs. Linear scale Auger filler Linear scale The Audion linear scale consists of a weigh bucket with two feeding lanes (fine and coarse). The product is transported from a storage hopper to the weigh buckets by vibration. When the set weight is almost reached the coarse lane will close and the final weight will be made by the fine lane. The scale is controlled by a PLC with menu operated software. The scale is very flexible and can be used for all types of free flowing products, including rice, coffee, candy, potato chips, pet food, and fertilizer. Volumetric cup doser electronically adjustable by setting the rotations of the auger. An optional level controller in the hopper can be connected to a feeding system for automatic product refilling. Multi head The Audion volumetric doser is available in a 1, 2 or 6 cup version. The 1 and 2 cup versions are pneumatically operated and the 6 cup version is driven by an inverter controlled motor, resulting in higher production speed and product volume. Features of the twin scale: PLC controlled operation User-friendly handheld controller 10 program memory Weighing range of 50-5000 gram Microprocessor optimized vibration speed Two feeding lanes per weigh bucket (coarse and fine) Auger filler The Audion auger filler is a servo driven dosing system for powders. The machine features stainless steel construction, is easy to clean, and is suitable for the pharmaceutical and food industry. In the storage hopper an independently driven stirrer continuously mixes the product for high accuracy. The required volume is Auger filler Volumetric doser The Audion volumetric doser can be used for free flowing products that need to be packed in a set volume. The volumetric doser comes with a storage hopper and a set of telescopic cups. The system can be equipped with optional discharge valves. These valves reduce wearing of the dosage when it is used for products like sand or salt. Volumetric cup doser Features Telescopic cups with an adjustment range of 1:2 Cup size can be changed without tools Multi dump for greater product volume versatility Product contact parts made of stainless steel and/or food approved materials

11 AUTOMATIC DOSING SYSTEMS Multihead combination scale The Audion multihead combination scale enables cost effective performance in packaging free flowing products. This scale is characterized by its high production speed, accuracy, easy operation, and simple maintenance. The compact stainless steel body size not only enhances its installation capabilities but also helps to reduce costs for peripheral equipment such as support stands and product feeders. A user-friendly handheld controller provides simple operation with integrated functions. Features: 10 weigh buckets - for choosing the optimal weight combination High accuracy load cell for weight calculation Stepper motor for smooth operation. Automatic opening/closing weigh bucket speed adjustment - minimizes product damage Stainless steel and anodized aluminum frame Stainless steel product contact points 50 program product memory Options: Stainless steel wash down construction (IP 65) Buckets with dimple plates - for sticky products Multihead scale Technical specifications Type AMHW 8010 Weigh buckets 10 Capacity* Up to 70 dumps/min Average deviation* 0,3 1,5 gram Max. volume 3000 ml Weight (min-max) 14-1000 gr Max. product length 80 mm Voltage 230 V -1 Ph - 50-60 Hz *Depending on product, product feeding, environment conditions, etc. AVM 190 HS + multihead scale + feeding conveyor

AUTOMATIC DOSING SYSTEMS 12 Belt doser The Audion belt doser is primarily used for potting soil or similar products. Product is delivered to the belt from a storage hopper. Product height is controlled by an adjustable valve. Keeping the belt timing constant assures feeding accuracy. This system is very flexible and is normally used for applications that require large volume. Liquid dosing pump Audion has a full range of stainless steel pumps for dispensing liquids. These pump are used to fill the AVM with a set quantity of liquid. The pumps can be set to dispense product automatically or semi-automatically, if desired. Depending on the liquid and dispensing requirements, Audion can supply a suitable pump. Counting systems When the number of products is more important than the total weight Audion can supply counting machines. These can be a simple vibratory bowl feeder or a high capacity multi-lane linear counter. The type of counting unit depends on the required capacity, type of product, and number of products per dump. Audion has counting sytems for the food industry as well as industrial applications. AVM 190 HS multihead scale and feeding conveyor AVM 450 + belt doser AVM 280 + Volumetric doser + discharge conveyor