The product is placed in a formed bottom film, evacuated and sealed. In the shrink tunnel, heat shrinks the specially developed film tightly around the product.
For every shape, from poultry to cheese.
Benefits
Exact fit, clean look.
The shrink film adapts exactly to the shape of the product, leaving a clean finish free of excess film and unsightly edges, delivering product protection, hygiene and an attractive presentation.
The right machines for packing your products.
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Frequently asked questions
How does shrink packaging work?
The product is placed in a formed bottom film, evacuated and sealed with the top film. The pack then passes through a shrink tunnel, where heat shrinks the specially developed film tightly around the product.
Which products is shrink packaging suitable for?
Shrink packaging is ideal for meat, poultry, sausages and cheese, whatever their size or shape. Examples include ring salami, pork loin or chicken legs.
How does shrink packaging differ from vacuum packaging?
Both methods remove the air from the pack and seal it. In shrink packaging, the pack also passes through a shrink tunnel, so the film conforms exactly to the shape of the product, with no excess film.
What are the benefits of shrink packaging?
The shrink film adapts exactly to the shape of the product, leaving no excess film or unsightly edges. This ensures product protection, hygiene and an attractive presentation.
Which VARIOVAC machines offer shrink packaging?
Shrink packaging is possible on the Optimus, Optimus MP, Primus and Primus MP. Packaging material, thermoforming packaging machine and shrink technology are matched to one another.
Which films and bags are available for shrink packaging?
VARIOVAC supplies shrink films for its thermoforming packaging machines and shrink bags for tabletop, single-chamber and double-chamber machines. Both are part of the VARIOVAC consumables range.
Which packaging methods are possible?
Depending on the model, sealing, vacuum, MAP (modified atmosphere packaging), skin, steam and shrink are possible. The Primus MP also supports multi-layer packaging (MLP).
Technical terms explained
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The air goes, the freshness stays. Vacuum packed, your products keep their flavour, colour and freshness for much longer.
Skin packaging wraps your product in an ultra-thin film that hugs every contour under vacuum. The product stays firmly in place, clearly visible and optimally protected.
Tailored packaging solutions for non-food products of every kind, precisely matched to your requirements.
Vacuum packed, your goods are reliably protected against moisture, corrosion, dust and mechanical damage.
Sealing joins lidding film and tray under heat and pressure to form a precise, even seam. Your non-food products are securely packed in every format.
Sealing joins lidding film and tray under heat and pressure to form a secure, even seam. Your sterile goods are reliably sealed and protected.
In modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), protective gas replaces the ambient air and creates a defined atmosphere in every pack. A method that is also used in the medical sector.
All packaging methods for your products
Not sure which method is right?
The VARIOVAC sales team assesses your product and recommends the right method.
Choose a packaging method to see how it works, where it is used and which machines suit it.
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