Dr. Shrink, Inc.    Manistee, MI 49660
Mar 29, 2013 Using strapping, buckles, and tensioning tool, DS-LIFTOFF separates shrink wrap from product it is covering to promote air circulation and provide surface protection for painted boat hulls, machinery, RVs, and other equipment. Reusable installation accessory prevents chafing and subsequent blistering caused by shrink wrap moving against product during storage and transportation. Product comes in sleeves of 12 or cases of 100.

Axon Corp.    Raleigh, NC 27603
Feb 12, 2013 Available in 304 SS for wet-filling rooms and 316 SS for corrosion resistance, Prime and Premium Aurora models offer applicator speeds up to 150 and 300 full-body shrink sleeves/min, respectively. In-line mandrel-style units feature modular EtherNet/IP control platform as well as recipe functionality, left/right hand orientation, bilingual operation, and electric height adjustment. Applications include beverages, dairy products, household chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.

Ossid Corp.    Rocky Mount, NC 27802
Jan 28, 2013 Designed for red meat, pork, poultry, and produce packers, Model 500im accommodates trays from 5.75 x 8 in. to 10 x 15 in. and tray heights up to 5 ¼ in. Intermittent motion end-seal machine features stainless steel frame, servo-driven technology, and gripper chain stretch technology which provides consistent film stretch. Control panel can store up to 50 tray programs, while welded center seal allows for printing on both top and bottom of packages.

EAM Mosca Industries    Hazleton, PA 18201
Nov 26, 2012 Equipped with thermostatically controlled heat seal or Sonixs ultrasonic welding technology, ROMP-6 Evolution can apply polypropylene strapping in widths of 5–12 mm at speeds up to 52 cycles/min. Design includes side or front coil loading, push-button strap threading, and fully enclosed strap feed track. Moving elements are designed with sealed bearings in open lever style construction that eliminates sensitivity to dust and dirt. For portability, machine rides on 2 fixed and 2 lockable casters.

Robert Bosch GmbH    Waiblingen D-71332  Germany
Nov 12, 2012 Suited for products products requiring Modified Atmosphere Packaging, Pack 301 Inverted Long Dwell Flow Wrapper offers capabilities for gentle handling and hermetically sealed seams. Inverted long dwell wrapper features consistent dwell sealing times of up to 1 sec, independent of machine's product flow, to ensure air-tight seal even during ramp up and down periods. Able to accommodate use of thick films, independent control of processing temperature on top and bottom sealing jaws.

ITW Muller    Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Oct 25, 2012 Equipped with motorized power pre-stretch system with adjustable film tension control, Raptor Plus™ offers adjustable carriage and turntable speeds, as well as adjustable top and bottom wraps. Film tension control ensures load containment and helps eliminate film breaks and product damage. Since film carriage is housed inside tower, risk of damage is minimized. Able to store up to 15 programs, semi-automatic system is available with access ramp, load stabilizer, and 79 in. turntable as options.

PAC Strapping Products, Inc.    Exton, PA 19341
Oct 17, 2012 Powered by 24 V direct drive motor, IMPACT™ Strapper eliminates chains, belts, and pulleys, minimizing downtime and maintenance. For operation, user turns system on, loads strapping, and flips switch. System uses ¼–½ in. polypropylene strapping for boxes and packages down to 1 ¾ x 1 in.  (with small package option). Machine includes sensor-controlled heating system, electronic tension control, adjustable welding time, and optional digital readout for tension and feed settings.

Pro Mach Inc.    Loveland, OH 45140
Oct 09, 2012 Available in 304 SS for wet-filling rooms and 316 SS for corrosion resistance, Aurora Prime and Premium Applicators offer speeds up to 150 and 300 sleeves/min, respectively. In-line, mandrel-style units feature EtherNet/IP control platform from Rockwell Automation as well as recipe functionality, bilingual operation, and electric height adjustment. In addition to stainless steel options, applicators offer air conditioning for electrical enclosure, flange mounted disconnects, and HMI panel swing arm.

ITW Muller    Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Aug 15, 2012 For manufacturers looking to wrap large and oddly shaped loads that are unstable or heavy, semi-automatic Cobra® Plus features rotating arm technology that keeps pallet loads in place while stretch wrapping. Arm can be adjusted to achieve wrapping diagonal of 78 or 87 in., and motorized power pre-stretch system with adjustable film tension control ensures optimal film usage as well as load containment. Able to wrap up to 35 pallets/hr, system offers touchscreen HMI to aid operation.

Samuel Strapping Systems    Mississauga L4Y 1Z4  Canada
Jun 26, 2012 Made of heavy-duty structural steel, Model SCU-8 can be configured with 2, 3, or 4 strapping heads. Heavy steel platen and reinforced under-conveyor supports allow compression forces of 1,000-8,000 lb on corrugated loads. In addition to Allen-Bradley CompactLogix PLC with Ethernet connectivity, machine features externally located programming port, external tension adjustment, and redundant safety relay contacts. Users can choose polyester or polypropylene strapping in various widths and gauges.

PDC International Corp.    South Norwalk, CT 06854
May 07, 2012 Able to process up to 400 containers/min, PDC R-400 handles round, oval, and square (including tapered) tubs; cups and bowls; as well as range of rigid packages. Design facilitates configuration into multipacker and accommodate packages with capacities from 2 oz to ½ gal. Depending on container, applicator can receive product right side up or upside-down, and graphics can extend fully in both directions. Mandrel-style labeler is suited for thin films from 1.5-2 mils.

EAM Mosca Industries    Hazleton, PA 18201
Mar 13, 2012 Suited for strapping packages and bundles up to 600 mm high and 800 mm wide, ROM-Fusion incorporates standard 3 sealing unit and multiple decentralized DC motors. Key functions, including strap tension and feed or strap return, can be adjusted to meet requirements. Direct drive completely eliminates need for wear parts. Operating at up to 55 straps/min, even with 5 mm strap, automatic strapping machine can accommodate 2 operators simultaneously feeding from front and back.

ITW Muller    Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Sep 27, 2011 As secondary carriage, SideKick(TM) can be added to new/existing Octopus stretch wrapping machines. It operates as independent film carriage, automatically rotating into primary wrapping position upon film depletion/breakage. This eliminates downtime associated with waiting for operator response to film issues. Regarding maintenance, SideKick does not require additional cut, clamp, or heat seal system. It also allows removal of one carriage for maintenance so second can continue to wrap.

Robert Bosch GmbH    Waiblingen D-71332  Germany
Sep 27, 2011 Suitable for packaging soft products and multi-packs, Pack 301 IN gently transports product by carrying it on top of film from former through cutting head, minimizing jams. Modular film backstand can be located in various positions relative to infeed and wrapper, allowing users to optimize film path and packaging appearance. To meet various manufacturer needs, Pack 301 IN can integrate with variety of infeeds such as flighted, lug-less, trough style, and belt feeders.

PDC International Corp.    South Norwalk, CT 06854
Sep 19, 2011 Offering true 24/7, downtime-free performance with aid of automated Reel Changeover feature, 90-2 Shrink Sealer features dual-head capability that enables sealing of 400+ containers/min(cpm). Variable-speed system can also run as slowly as 100 cpm per head to synchronize with production. Able to apply single-layer and multilayer PVC, PETG, PLA, and OPS bands in gauges as thin as 40 micron, system has compatible diameter range of .375-3.0 in. and height range of .625-8 in.

Axon Corp.    Raleigh, NC 27603
Sep 16, 2011 ThermoJet heat-shrink tunnel features heat zone where 2 steam manifolds and multi-position mandrels direct steam for shrinking labels, sleeves, or tamper bands. For flexibility, cantilevered stand facilitates mobility between packaging lines. Components can be added as necessary to accommodate application requirements. Measuring 60 in. long and 30 in. wide, tunnel is fabricated from 304 stainless steel and accommodates 1-7.75 in. dia containers with 12 in. max height.

PDC International Corp.    South Norwalk, CT 06854
Aug 09, 2011 Featuring stainless steel frame, upstream photo-eyes, and Allen Bradley touchscreen interface, 50 Series ShrinkSealers apply tamper-evident banding and shrink sleeve labeling at up to 130 cpm, continuously. Systems run 40-50 micron banding materials and are compatible with all petroleum-based and sustainable films, including PVC, PET, PETG, OPS, and PLA films. Material can range from .375-3 in. D and .625-7 in. H. Modules for both vertical and horizontal perforations are available.

ITW Muller    Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Jun 24, 2011 Achieving wrapping speeds up to 100 loads/hr, Octopus(TM) 505 AL automatic rotary ring stretch wrapper accommodates up to 4,800 lb loads with 69 in. max diagonal and 80 in. max height. Adjustable legs let customers change wrap height, while design with belt lifts and quick disconnect components minimizes maintenance efforts. Adaptable via range of modular options and upgrades, system is constructed with steel and aluminum frame and offers up to 300% pre-stretch to help conserve film.

PDC International Corp.    South Norwalk, CT 06854
May 27, 2011 Operating at speeds up to 350 cpm, Model R-300A has Zero-Downtime feature that allows it to run while film is being spliced between rolls. To achieve this, PDC Accumulator Module accumulates film while ramping down run speed for 60 sec. Machine also offers tool-less size changeover, SIKO digital indicator dials, and motorized machine head height with preset positions. Accommodating straight-wall and hourglass containers, multipacker is suited for rigid packages, cartons, bottles, and cans.

Standard-Knapp, Inc.    Portland, CT 06480
May 13, 2011 Able to reduce packaging waste and increase supply flexibility for contract packers, Tritium(TM) Multipacker with RoboWrap(TM) system features continuous motion and one-button changeover. Robo-Wand(TM) multi-axis programmable path wrapping section can be positioned at any point in space above conveyor and moved to proper place to package particular desired pack pattern. Also included, energy-efficient heat tunnel shrinks film around each multi-pack.