The flexible top film clings to the product without tension and seals it across the entire surface onto a rigid bottom film or tray, even with escaping juices or irregular shapes.
For premium products, from meat to seafood.
Benefits
Securely held, premium presentation.
The airtight vacuum seal extends shelf life and reliably protects against external influences. The tight fit holds the product in place and keeps it from shifting.
The right machines for packing your products.
Variolabel RE
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Coding & printing systems
Films
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Suitable for these foods
Frequently asked questions
What is skin packaging?
In skin packaging, a flexible top film fits tension-free around the product like a second skin. It seals the product under vacuum across its surface onto a rigid bottom film or tray.
What tray depths and product protrusions can the Rotarius handle?
The Rotarius handles trays up to 100 mm deep. A product protrusion of up to 25 mm is possible. For skin applications, the specified tray depth is up to 40 mm.
Which products is skin packaging suitable for?
Skin is ideal for premium foods such as meat, fish, seafood, poultry and cheese. Products with irregular shapes or escaping juices are also packed securely. Skin is used for non-food products as well.
Which thermoforming packaging machine suits skin products with high product protrusion?
The Optimus EasySkin is designed specifically for premium skin applications. Its High-Dome system handles products with a protrusion of up to 55 mm. The machine achieves up to six cycles per minute.
What are the presentation benefits of skin packaging in retail?
The close fit holds the product in place and stops it from shifting, so it is presented to a high standard. Optional design elements such as printing or labels further enhance its appearance at the point of sale.
Can MAP and skin packs be produced on the same machine?
Yes. A tray sealer can handle both MAP and skin applications on the same machine. Which combinations are possible in each case is subject to a technical check.
Which VARIOVAC machines offer skin packaging?
Skin packaging is possible on the Optimus, Optimus MP, Optimus EasySkin, Primus and Primus MP. Among the tray sealers, the Rotarius offers skin sealing in trays.
How is the top film prepared for tension-free skin packaging?
On the Optimus EasySkin, tracked top film pre-heating ensures that the film wraps the product without tension. The result is an attractive product appearance, especially for meat products and fish.
Does skin packaging extend shelf life?
Yes. The airtight seal under vacuum extends shelf life and reliably protects the product from external influences.
Which films are used for skin packaging?
Special skin films are used as the top film. VARIOVAC supplies them in its film range for thermoforming packaging machines, regularly tested for formability, sealability, appearance and peelability.
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).
Can a VARIOVAC thermoforming packaging machine combine several applications?
Yes. For example, vacuum, MAP and skin applications can be run on the same machine. Possible combinations are subject to a technical check.
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.
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