Shrink Wrap Machinery L-sealers.
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Understanding Shrink Wrap Machinery: L-Sealers
Introduction
This article aims to provide a clear understanding of how L-sealers are used in shrink wrapping to enclose products within shrink film.
The Basics of Shrink Wrapping
Shrink wrapping involves enclosing a package in shrink film and then exposing it to heat to activate the film's memory, resulting in a tight fit. Packaging can be either fully or partially enclosed.
Total Enclosure with L-Sealers
Unlike sleeve wrapping, which uses polyethylene for bulk transport, total enclosure is primarily used for display purposes using a thinner material. The goal is to create a bag around the product using either an L-sealer or an automatic machine. Ensuring the film is securely wrapped around the product is crucial, as flat sheet film will not shrink properly.
L-Sealers Explained
L-sealers are commonly used in manual or semi-automatic processes to create a sealed pack. The film, presented on centrefolded reels, is unwound from right to left, with the fold at the rear. Despite the name, sealing occurs in an inverted L-shape. The base of the “L” is rotated 180 degrees so that the foot points left.
Film is loaded onto the sealer and split using a splitter plate, allowing one half of the film to pass underneath and the other over the plate. Adjustments are made to accommodate the pack's dimensions.
Sealing Process
Before packaging, an initial seal is created to prepare the film. The sealer cuts and seals both sides of the film, forming a left-hand seal initially. The pack is then positioned on the splitter plate and moved into the sealing area. The sealer adjusts for pack height and ensures minimal creasing.
The cycle creates a front seal, a scrap, and the right-hand seal, while preparing the left-hand seal for the next pack. This allows for continuous production. Optimal scrap rates are necessary?"too much is wasteful, but too little strains the film, slowing production and weakening seals.
Adjustments and Optimization
Adjusting for height primarily aims to minimize film width, ensuring the film covers both the top and bottom of the pack evenly. Creating two-dimensional bags for three-dimensional objects is the fundamental principle.
Automatic L-sealers operate under similar principles, with advanced versions adjusting seal head and bed positions to accommodate different pack heights. Plan sealing dimensions should account for pack height by reducing the sealer's maximum length and width by half the height of the pack. While some film pleating is manageable, excessive pleating can hinder seal quality.
Key Success Factors
Successful L-sealing relies on the correct temperature and pressure without film tension. For automatic systems, films must have excellent machinability and tear resistance to ensure continuous scrap removal. Selecting the right material, thickness, and width is essential for effective sealing.
By understanding these principles, you can optimize the shrink-wrapping process for better efficiency and product presentation.
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