Theegarten-Pactec unleashes FPC6 flow-wrapper with flying splice technology

GERMANY – Theegarten-Pactec has unveiled the FPC6 flow-wrapping machine, a high-performance system capable of reaching 150 meters per minute while processing sensitive mono films and recyclable materials without compromising on flexibility or process reliability.

The new machine, designed for manufacturers of chocolate, confectionery, and protein bars, combines advanced user-friendliness with digital networking and maximum process reliability.

It is also suitable for co-packers and contract packers, enabling a fully automated packaging process as a system solution that transfers flow packs directly to the company’s BLM high-performance cartoner.

Engineering for Efficiency

The FPC6 processes a variety of product formats without major retooling and offers cold sealing, heat sealing, and cut-seam welding options for water-soluble films.

An integrated preheating section allows sensitive materials such as paper or recyclable mono films to be processed even in high-performance operation.

According to Theegarten-Pactec, the machine enables customers to operate their systems independently, reliably, and with high efficiency through improved identification of error causes and effects.

Visualizations on the touch panel and graphic replacement images provide operators with targeted support in systematic troubleshooting, even when the cause and the fault are physically separated.

If the machine detects that faults at the outlet are caused by upstream process steps, the control panel indicates possible sources, reducing downtime and avoiding unnecessary interventions.

Tool-Free Maintenance and Smart Design

Critical components can be removed and cleaned without tools.

All replaceable components follow the “poka-yoke” principle, a Japanese method for preventing errors in production processes, which eliminates the risk of incorrect installation.

When changing formats, all relevant settings are recorded electronically and stored in the recipe management system. Electronic counting scales ensure repeat accuracy, eliminating manual trial and error.

The company has also simplified product feeding. Instead of replacing the entire product lug chain during format changes, operators can replace individual lugs, allowing a format-specific arrangement without removing the entire chain while reducing mechanical stress.

Flying Splice Technology Eliminates Downtime

The FPC6’s flying splice technology eliminates previously required steps in the unwinding process, such as precise threading and sticking on double-sided adhesive tape.

A roll prepared with adhesive tape is placed on the machine with no further steps needed. Roll changes can be carried out without reducing speed, even at packaging speeds of 150 meters per minute.

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