Bosch Packaging Technology SVC 4020 vertical packaging machine platform

Bosch Packaging Technology has launched the SVC 4020, a hygienic and flexible vertical packaging machine platform suitable for fresh and frozen food packaged in pillow bags.

Composed of a stainless steel frame, the SVC has a streamlined design to reduce clutter in workspaces. Its electric cabinet has been incorporated within the machine frame to reduce the number and length of cords and cables.

Quick and tool-less format changeovers reduce downtime. The machine is easy to operate via an intuitive human machine interface (HMI) to reduce training time and improve productivity.

The machine handles a range of products, from sensitive dry infant powders to nuts, confectionery products, mixed salads, cheese, protein, frozen food and other products.

The platform accommodates multiple bag styles, including pillow, side-gusseted, stand-up, corner seal and doy, with various re-close and easy-open features in different sizes up to 400 mm. Manufacturers can also choose their desired sealing technology, including poly heat seal (PHS), heat seal (HS) and ultrasonic.

The SVC’s dry cleaning configuration allows for basic wiping when packaging most dry foods and powders. For wet cleaning, it can be wiped down with simple cleaning agents. In case product-specific characteristics require more intense cleaning procedures with foam cleaning agents, the SVC is available in a washdown configuration.

The film input is designed ergonomically, sloping at 45°, providing the operator optimum access and enhanced speed for threading and splicing in new film. There are fewer rollers compared to previous generations of packaging equipment, the company says, which increases bag per minute speeds.