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Case Study:  Increasing Output with our F987 Flow Wrapper

How automated flow wrapping helps food manufacturers reduce manual packaging, improve consistency, and reach speeds up to 150 packs per minute

OverviewThe ChallengeThe SolutionKey BenefitsResultsConclusion

Overview

Food manufacturers producing snack bars, protein bars, confectionery, bakery items, and other individually wrapped products needed a faster, more consistent way to package goods while keeping up with rising production demand.

Many existing packaging processes relied heavily on manual handling, which slowed production, created bottlenecks, and made it difficult to maintain consistent package quality during higher-volume runs.

By implementing the F987 Horizontal Flow Wrapper, food manufacturers were able to improve packaging efficiency, increase throughput, reduce manual labor, and produce clean, consistent pouch packages at speeds of up to 150 packs per minute.

The Challenge

As demand increased, manufacturers needed to package more products without compromising seal quality, product protection, or finished package appearance.

Manual and semi-automated packaging processes often created several challenges, including slower production speeds, inconsistent package presentation, increased labor requirements, and difficulty scaling output during peak demand.

For products such as snack bars, protein bars, confectionery, and bakery items, packaging must do more than simply wrap the product. Each package needs to be securely sealed, professionally presented, and durable enough to protect the product through handling, storage, and distribution.


The Solution

The F987 Horizontal Flow Wrapper provided an automated packaging solution for small to medium-sized food products requiring clean, consistent pillow pouch packaging. By replacing manual or semi-automated wrapping with automated flow wrapping, manufacturers could increase line speed, reduce repetitive labor, and improve package consistency across production runs.

Designed for products such as snack bars, protein bars, confectionery, bakery items, cookies, and other individually wrapped goods, the F987 helps manufacturers improve throughput while maintaining reliable seals and professional package appearance.

Before F987

After F987

Manual or semi-automated packaging

Automated horizontal flow wrapping

Slower production speeds

Up to 150 packs per minute

Inconsistent package appearance

Uniform pillow pouch packaging

Higher labor requirements

Reduced manual handling

Bottlenecks during demand spikes

More scalable packaging output



Key Benefits

Increased Output

The F987 supports packaging speeds of up to 150 packs per minute, helping manufacturers package more products in less time and reduce production bottlenecks.

Consistent Package Quality

The machine produces clean, uniform pillow pouches that improve product presentation, support shelf appeal, and help maintain a consistent finished look across production runs.

Reduced Manual Labor

Automation reduces repetitive manual packaging tasks, helping manufacturers improve labor efficiency and reallocate workers to higher-value areas of production.

Reliable Sealing

Strong, consistent seals help protect products during handling, storage, shipping, and distribution.

Versatile Food Packaging Applications

The F987 is suitable for a variety of food products, including snack bars, protein bars, confectionery, bakery items, and other individually wrapped goods.

Results

After implementing the F987 Horizontal Flow Wrapper, manufacturers were able to move from slower manual or semi-automated packaging toward a more scalable automated process.

Key results included:

  • Increased packaging output with speeds up to 150 packs per minute
  • Reduced repetitive manual handling
  • More consistent pillow pouch appearance
  • Stronger, more reliable seals
  • Fewer packaging bottlenecks during higher-volume production
  • Better line efficiency for snack, bakery, and confectionery products


Conclusion

The F987 Horizontal Flow Wrapper delivered the speed, reliability, and consistency food manufacturers needed to improve their packaging operations.

With speeds of up to 150 packs per minute, the F987 is an effective solution for companies looking to increase output, reduce labor requirements, and improve flow wrap package quality.

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