How Does A Shrink Wrapping Machine Work?
Shrink wrapping is a popular packaging technique used across a range of industries. This process involves wrapping a product in a plastic film and shrinking the film around the product to create a tight, protective seal. To achieve this, manufacturers use shrink wrapping machines. But how does a shrink wrapping machine work? It works by applying heat to the plastic film to create the seal.
Shrink wrapping machines come in a variety of sizes and designs, but most follow the same basic principles. Here's a closer look at how shrink wrapping machines work:
1. Film feed
The first step in the shrink wrapping process is to feed the plastic film into the machine. This film is typically made of polyolefin or PVC and comes in a roll. The roll is loaded onto a spindle at the base of the machine, which feeds the film up into the sealing and cutting area.
2. Sealing and cutting
Once the film is fed into the machine, it passes...