In food processing environments, packaging equipment must do more than deliver speed and performance—it must also withstand rigorous sanitation procedures while supporting operational efficiency. ULMA’s washdown packaging solutions are engineered specifically for fresh food, protein, dairy, produce, and other hygienically sensitive applications where frequent cleaning is required. Designed with stainless-steel construction, high levels of ingress protection, and washdown-ready components, these systems help manufacturers maintain food safety standards while maximizing uptime, reducing resource consumption, and simplifying operation. From vertical bagging to horizontal flow wrapping, ULMA’s latest generation of washdown equipment combines hygienic design with advanced automation, smart assistance features, and sustainability-focused innovations.
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VTC 840 WD Washdown Vertical Bagger
The new VTC 840 WD represents ULMA’s next generation of washdown vertical form-fill-seal (VFFS) technology, designed specifically for demanding fresh food environments that require complete high-pressure sanitation capability. Built around a fully redesigned platform, the machine delivers 360-degree washdown protection with IP66 certification across the entire machine, allowing operators to perform intensive cleaning procedures with confidence.
Key Benefits
- Full 360° washdown design with IP66 protection
- High-pressure water cleaning certified for hygienic environments
- Up to 20% lower electrical consumption
- More than 30% reduction in pneumatic consumption
- Smart recipe management and assisted setup
- Automated machine adjustments and format handling
- Real-time production, OEE, and energy reporting
- Improved ergonomics and faster film changeovers
- Advanced package quality monitoring and rejection systems
Beyond hygiene, the VTC 840 WD introduces significant advances in sustainability and operational efficiency. A redesigned mechanical drive system enables the use of lower-power servo motors, delivering an estimated 20% reduction in electrical consumption, while a new pneumatic architecture reduces operating pressure from 6 bar to 4 bar and cuts compressed air consumption by more than 30%. The machine also automatically enters a 2-bar standby mode when stopped, further reducing energy use.
The VTC 840 WD was engineered to simplify operation and improve productivity. A new reel holder design dramatically reduces the number of rollers involved in film handling, making film changes faster and more ergonomic. Smart Assistance software enhances the operator experience through automatic parameter positioning, barcode-driven recipe selection, automatic film-length reading, and machine-generated parameter recommendations. Additional automation features include automatic adjustment of vacuum transport belts, recipe-based positioning of sensors and printers, and real-time monitoring of OEE, electrical consumption, and pneumatic usage.
Packaging quality is equally enhanced through technologies such as SmartTrack film control, coding verification, splice detection, barcode-to-recipe validation, and RFID-based operator access management. Together, these features help manufacturers achieve consistent package quality, reduce waste, simplify changeovers, and improve overall line performance.
FM 400 Hygienic Flow Wrapper
The FM 400 Hygienic Flow Wrapper is a high-speed horizontal packaging solution designed for fresh food and frozen product applications where sanitation and washdown capability are critical. The machine supports modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) applications and can operate at speeds of up to 150 packages per minute, helping processors extend product shelf life while maintaining high production throughput.
Designed specifically for hygienic food environments, the FM 400 features a washdown-ready construction with IP66-rated external electronic components or higher, enabling thorough cleaning with hot water and approved cleaning chemicals. Its robust hygienic design provides a high level of water protection while meeting the cleaning standards required by fresh food processors.
The FM 400 also delivers exceptional flexibility, accommodating a wide variety of products and packaging materials. An intuitive, user-friendly HMI simplifies operation and setup, while built-in connectivity features support modern production environments and data-driven manufacturing initiatives.
Key Benefits
- High-speed MAP packaging up to 150 ppm
- Designed for fresh food and frozen product applications
- Extends shelf life through modified atmosphere packaging
- Hygienic washdown design for demanding sanitation environments
- IP66-rated external electronic components
- Compatible with hot water and chemical cleaning procedures
- Flexible product and material handling capabilities
- User-friendly controls with advanced connectivity features
- High level of water protection for reliable operation
Our family of washdown machines provide food manufacturers with complementary packaging solutions that combine hygienic design, production efficiency, sustainability, and advanced automation to meet the evolving demands of modern food processing facilities.
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