Reliable Packaging for Challenging Products
VERA i-PT 80 is a specialized VFFS (Vertical Form Fill Seal) packaging machine solution developed within the VFFS family for challenging product groups. Products with irregular structures such as peat, potting soil, and organic fertilizer may cause clogging, sticking, and flow problems in standard systems. Thanks to its product-specific filling mechanism, this machine eliminates these problems and provides stable and uninterrupted production.
The machine’s intermittent operating principle allows the sealing jaws to remain in contact with the packaging material for a sufficient period, creating strong and uniform seal integrity in thick and durable packaging films. This structure is particularly beneficial for achieving reliable packaging quality in high-volume peat and soil packs.
Thanks to its peat-specific filling unit and robust mechanical infrastructure suitable for large-volume packaging requirements, VERA i-PT 80 offers a highly efficient, reliable, and sustainable packaging solution for industrial production lines in the agriculture and landscaping sectors.
Packable Products
Peat, potting soil, organic fertilizer, substrate, pet food, cat litter, crop protection products, granular fertilizer, construction chemicals, and similar granular or fibrous products.
Key Advantages
Specially Developed Filling Unit for Peat
The specially designed filling system, engineered according to the flow characteristics of moist and fibrous products, ensures uninterrupted flow by preventing sticking and blockage. This structure increases filling stability while minimizing waste rates.
Uninterrupted Production in Moist Products
In products such as peat and potting soil, which are difficult to package with standard filling systems, it eliminates clogging and flow problems that may occur on the production line and ensures operational continuity.
Large-Volume Packaging Capability
Thanks to its robust mechanical structure developed for large-volume packaging needs ranging from 5 liters to 40 liters, it offers high-capacity production suitable for the agriculture and landscaping sectors.
Reinforced Seal Integrity
The intermittent operating principle allows the sealing jaws to remain in contact with the packaging film for the ideal duration, creating strong seal integrity in thick and durable packaging materials.
High-Strength Body
The machine’s main load-bearing body is designed as a steel construction resistant to heavy-duty operating conditions and is coated with electrostatic powder paint. This structure provides high mechanical durability during long-term use and ensures stable operating performance on the production line.
Food-Safe Components
All surfaces, hoppers, and collar tube assemblies that come into contact with the product are made of AISI 304 quality stainless steel. This hygienic structure ensures full compliance with food safety standards and creates a safe and clean working environment in production processes.
Maximum Stability and Precision
The rigid machine chassis and solid mechanical structure minimize vibrations that may occur during operation. As a result, long-term stable performance is achieved in both filling and packaging operations.
Ergonomic and Open Design
The machine’s open and accessible design allows operators to easily reach internal mechanisms. This enables cleaning, maintenance, and service operations to be carried out quickly.
Smart Protection and Easy Cleaning
Critical areas of the machine chassis are designed in accordance with food safety standards, and its smooth surface structure prevents dust and bacterial accumulation. This design facilitates cleaning and improves hygiene levels.
Practical Packaging Changeover
The film splicing unit and pneumatic shaft system allow quick replacement of the packaging film roll. This reduces roll change time and minimizes downtime on the production line.
CE Compliance
The machine is equipped with safety systems and sensor-based protection mechanisms in compliance with European Union CE directives. This structure enhances operator safety while ensuring the production process continues safely.
Independent Servo Drive Technology
All main movements of the machine are controlled by independent servo motors and synchronized through the Motion Controller infrastructure. This architecture provides millisecond-level precision in the packaging cycle, ensuring stable package form and accurate timing even at high speeds.
PID Temperature Stability
The independent PID-controlled temperature management system used in the vertical and horizontal sealing jaws keeps temperature fluctuations to a minimum. As a result, homogeneous and reliable sealing is achieved across different packaging films.
Flexibility for Operation with or without Photocell
The integrated photocell system detects registration marks on printed packaging films and ensures that packages are cut at the correct point. In transparent or unprinted films, the encoder-based control system is activated, allowing precise adjustment of bag length.
Quick-Access Emergency Stop
Emergency stop buttons positioned at critical points of the machine immediately switch the system to safe mode in the event of any operational problem. This system ensures both operator safety and machine protection.
Active Film Roll Drive System
The independently motor-assisted reel drive structure enables controlled unwinding of the packaging film roll, reducing the load on the film pulling belts. As a result, uninterrupted and stable packaging flow is achieved even at high speeds; bag length accuracy is maintained and mechanical stability is enhanced.
Dynamic Film Management
The pressure-adjustable dancer arm and Auto-Film unwinding system keep film tension continuously under control during roll unwinding. This structure ensures stable film flow up to the final meters of the roll and prevents deviations in bag length.
Movable Package Support System
The mechanical system that supports the package from below during the filling of high-volume products prevents the packaging from stretching. As a result, filling stability increases, sealing quality is preserved, and package form is properly maintained.
Smart Safety Protocol
Safety door sensors, film-end detection, and fault detection mechanisms stop the machine immediately and provide visual alerts to the operator. This safety architecture creates a secure working environment on the production line.
Touchscreen Operator Panel
All machine functions, speed settings, and filling recipes are controlled through a user-friendly touchscreen operator panel. This simplifies operator intervention and increases operational control on the production line.
Synchronized Operating Discipline
The collar forming system, servo-controlled horizontal jaw mechanism, and pneumatic sealing jaws are coordinated by the machine software with millisecond-level precision. This synchronization preserves package form even at high speeds.
Easy Carrying
Ergonomic carry handle integration and hanging hole applications that make high-volume packages easier to carry improve packaging convenience.
Gusset Module
The gusset forming system, which adds extra volume to the sides of the package, enables the packaging to appear fuller and more aesthetic on the shelf.
MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging)
The MAP system extends product shelf life by removing oxygen from inside the package and injecting protective gas in its place.
Easy-Open V-Notch
The specially formed cut point on the package allows consumers to open the pack easily without the need for any cutting tool.
Valve Application and Feeding System
A one-way valve application system that enables the controlled release of gas inside the package in products that generate gas.
Rotary Collection Table
The rotary table unit ensures that products exiting the packaging line are collected in an orderly manner and speeds up the case-packing process.
Label Applicator Integration
Allows labels containing barcodes, campaign information, or product details to be automatically applied onto the package.
Dust Extraction System
The system vacuums product particles generated during filling, keeping the sealing jaws clean and improving hygiene levels.
Smart Coding and Traceability
Thermal Transfer Printer (TTO) integration enables high-resolution printing of production dates, batch numbers, and barcode information on the packaging.
VERA i-PT 80 has a flexible infrastructure that can be integrated with different filling systems to ensure precise filling control in the packaging of high-weight products.
Wide Range of Filling Solutions
The machine is designed to operate in synchronization with Multihead Weighers, Linear Weighers, volumetric filling systems, and auger dosing units. This integration provides accurate weight control across different product structures.
Liquid Dosing Compatibility
Integration with piston liquid dosing systems is possible for liquid and semi-liquid products. This enables precise filling in the food, cosmetics, and chemical industries.
Precision Communication Protocol
Data communication between the filling systems and the packaging machine is provided through advanced communication protocols. This structure minimizes weight deviations even at high speeds.
Heavy-Duty Support Platform
The reinforced steel platform carrying the filling units ensures stable operation of high-volume weighing and dosing systems and preserves weighing accuracy by minimizing vibration.