Versatility, high throughput
and the ability to work
reliably with non-standard
jars were among the key
requirements for a new
packaging line at one of
Germany’s largest producers
of freeze-dried coffee. The
solution was provided by
Linkx Systems.

The packaging line delivers
shelf-ready product and
comprises a single-lane tray
erector, a two-lane tray
loader and a two-lane shrink
wrapper.

It can handle tray sizes
from 150 by 220mm to 350
by 530mm, with depths from
25 to 60mm. Changeovers
between tray sizes are fast
and highly automated, and
are controlled from a touch
screen operator terminal that
also provides a detailed
display of machine operating
parameters and status.

A continuous throughput
capacity of 40 trays/min is
offered – almost double that
of some more conventional
machines. A tabletop sweep
system used by the tray
loaders enables them to
handle oval and other nonstandard
jars without risk of
jamming.