Sacmi has further optimised its fully electronic HTB wrapping machine. Pre-cut paper can be used as an alternative to cardboard for the outer packaging. In addition, chocolate bars with protruding ingredients such as whole hazelnuts can now also be processed efficiently.
With a speed of up to 250 cycles per minute, the HTB is the world's fastest wrapping machine for chocolate bars and tablets. In addition to its high output, the machine is also characterised by its flexibility. It can be Chocolate bars with inner and outer packaging produce. The inner packaging is sealed on three sides. During sealing, time, pressure and temperature are part of a continuous, adaptive throughput that is customised to the respective packaging material and product properties. The latest generation of environmentally friendly materials can be processed without any problems. For the outer packaging Pre-cut paper instead of cardboard can be used.
Chocolate manufacturers can use the HTB thanks to its small footprint. Easy to integrate into packaging lines and have the choice between a left-hand and a right-hand version. Other advantages include fast format changeovers and user-friendly set-up and control. The ergonomic design of the roll holder and blank magazine makes operation easier. Large, Transparent protective devices ensure safety and facilitate maintenance work. A special, self-supporting frame prevents the accumulation of product residues and creates good access for cleaning.
The quickly removable belt system and the special guide units for exposing areas to be inspected are also particularly user-friendly. In addition, the HTB via a self-diagnostic kit for real-time maintenance. In the event of irregularities, the packaging machine sends warning messages and opens a remote connection to the service centre. Sensors monitor consumption, working times and efficiency indicators.
Sacmi Packaging & Chocolate S.p.A. is a business unit of the Sacmi Group founded in 2018 and headquartered in Imola, northern Italy. Under the Carle & Montanari (chocolate production) and OPM (packaging) brands, Sacmi Packaging & Chocolate is the only company in the world to offer machines and complete lines for the production of chocolate products. for the entire process from the cocoa paste to the final packaging. The range includes machines for mixing, refining, conching, tempering, moulding, wrapping and packaging all types of chocolate-based products. The portfolio also includes flow-wrapping machines, flow-packaging and solutions for secondary packaging. Today, SACMI Packaging & Chocolate has a factory for Carle & Montanari moulding lines in Milan, a factory for primary and secondary lines in Alba and a production facility for all types of wrapping machines near Bologna.
Source: Sacmi
