Shrink Machine
Let's start our article by answering the question of what is a shrink machine. It is a machine that wraps products with a tight plastic film. It usually uses raw materials containing PVC, POF or PE while wrapping. Its main purpose is to keep the products together by protecting them. In this way, damage to the products is minimized. It facilitates transportation processes. The plastic film used by shrink machines covers the product completely. This film is found as a roll inside the machine. The plastic film wraps the product as the product passes through the machine.
How Does a Shrink Machine Work?
A shrink machine that can work in harmony with conveyor belts will make your production processes much easier. The product to be packaged is placed on the conveyor belt. The process of placing it on the belt can be done both manually and automatically. The product that reaches the shrink machine is wrapped and cut with the film cutting device and then sealed. As a result of the cutting and sealing process, the product's contact with air is cut off, but the film on the product remains loose. After this step, the film that is loose around the product reaches the heat tunnel of the shrink machine. Here, the film, which is exposed to a certain heat, shrinks suddenly and completely covers the product tightly. The temperature inside the heat tunnel can vary. Factors such as the type of plastic film and the product's heat resistance affect the temperature. In general, if we need to give a temperature range, temperatures between 120°C and 180°C are ideal for the heat tunnel.
Shrink Machine Types
Since their working principles vary, there are many types. When making a decision, you should not forget to consider your production capacity.
- Manual Type: It is a type suitable for businesses that carry out small-scale production. The production speed is slower than the other two types.
- Semi-Automatic Type: As the name suggests, it has a semi-automatic system. It is a machine type that requires operator intervention. It will be the right choice for medium-sized businesses.
- Fully Automatic Type: It is a machine type where operator intervention is minimal. It would be the right choice for large-capacity production facilities. It is a machine type that has the features to perform serial packaging operations at high speeds.
Advantages of Shrink Machine
- It offers durability by wrapping products with film and protecting them from external factors.
- It ensures that products look organized and prevents them from spoiling.
- It keeps multiple products together in a certain order.
- It facilitates the shipping and transportation processes of products.
- Products wrapped with film create a sense of trust in consumers.
Shrink Machine Prices
When we consider the prices of shrink machines, we can say that they vary due to many factors and features. At this point, your needs also determine the prices. Factors such as the type of shrink machine and the quality of the material it is produced from directly affect the price. Factors such as the sector in which it will be used and the variability of needs should also be taken into consideration. As Argesta, we take care to use the latest technology in the shrink machines we produce. Contact us immediately to meet our shrink machines that can be customized specifically for your needs.
