SelectPACK HFFS
Horizontal Form-Fill-Seal • Nano Workcell-based HFFS
Application
For low to mid-volume, high SKU sterile barrier packaging for cell-based manufacturing or where space saving is critical.
Packaging Materials
Material input rollstock.
Surlyn/EVA and “Ice” Film type forming films, Tyvek®, Medical Paper or Foil Lidding.
Compact HFFS Packaging Machine
The SelectPACK HFFS Nano Workcell is a compact horizontal form-fill-seal packaging machine built for manufacturers who need validated sterile barrier packaging in a fraction of the floor space a conventional HFFS line demands.
Built on our nano workcell platform, this HFFS machine forms, fills and seals rollstock packages in a footprint that fits where full-size form-fill-seal equipment won’t. It’s designed for low to mid-volume production with high SKU counts, frequent format changes, and cleanrooms where floor space is expensive.
Forming films run from Surlyn/EVA and Ice film through to nylon-based materials, with Tyvek®, medical paper, poly or foil lidding on the top web. Web widths from 4″ to 6″ and index lengths from 1″ to 4″ cover most device formats, with other configurations readily available.
Simple tool change is what makes high-SKU work economical. Format changeovers are quick and repeatable, so short runs aren’t eaten by downtime.
The machine is ISO Class 8 cleanroom compatible and fully validatable to GMP requirements, with quick-connectors at every RTD for external calibration. The optional validation package adds NIST-traceable devices, heat plate insertion ports, and seal pressure control and monitoring. Open software architecture means no controls lock-in. The standard build uses an Automation Direct BRX PLC, with Allen-Bradley or other platforms available on request.
Typical applications include cell-based manufacturing, single-use medical devices, diagnostic components, and any sterile barrier packaging where cleanroom space is at a premium.
- Class 8 cleanroom compatible
- Fully validatable, GMP compliant
- Open software architecture
- Highest quality package in smallest footprint at reasonable cost
- Preheat with male plug assist
- In-line on-demand printing
- Simple tool change
- No scrap design
Machine Specifications
| Typical Configuration | Other Configurations | |
|---|---|---|
| Max Web Format (web width x index) |
4″ MIN to 6″ MAX webwidth x 1″ MIN to 4″ MAX index (102mm to 152mm webwidth x 25mm to 102mm index) |
Other formats readily available |
| Max Draw Depth | 1.5″ (38mm) | |
| Max Film Thickness | 15 mil | |
| Rollstock Bottom (Form Film) | 12″ (305mm) max dia roll, 3″ (76mm) core Max roll weight of 50 lbs (Surlyn/EVA, Ice Film or similar) |
Larger diameter roll unwind options available Systems for nylon based forming films available Optional low roll sensor |
| Rollstock Top (Lidding Film) | 12″ (305mm) max dia roll, 3″ (76mm) core Max roll weight of 50 lbs (Tyvek®, Medical Paper, Poly or Foil based webs) |
Larger diameter roll unwind options available Optional low roll sensor |
| Rate | Up to 15 Cycles per minute (CPM) | |
| Materials of Construction |
Anodized Aluminum Extruded framework, SS, other cleanroom compatible materials | |
| Power (Utility) | 208VAC, 3phase, 60hz | Other voltages available |
| Air Consumption (Utility) | 80-100PSI air source, CFM to be provided based on actual application | |
| Cooling Water (Utility) | Forming die ported for house water source | Optional recirculation chiller with low flow and temperature alarms |
| Film Unwinds | Cantilever style spindle with brake/dancer system Web break detect as standard |
Optional low roll and splice detect |
| Preheat Station | Contact heat on both sides of film, pneumatic-based | Optional profile heat plates |
| Form Station | Forming with male plug assist and vacuum form with upper clamp frame, pneumatic cylinders, ported for house water | |
| Load Station | Operator loading from 1 side (1 operator), single index | Manual initiate cycle after load via opto 2 hand controls option available |
| Top web print | Bell-Mark EPIII 2″ Thermal Printer Print area 2″ in MD x 3″ across web (51mm x 75mm) |
Optional Bell-Mark EPIII 5″ Thermal Printer Print area 5″ in MD x 3″ across web (128mm x 75mm) |
| Seal Station | 125 PSI seal pressure capable at maximum 7.3 sq. inches seal area, pneumatic based sealing | Servo-based seal station option available |
| Film Index | Draw bar with film clamps | |
| Cutting – XMD (Across Machine Direction) | XMD cut system based on materials to be run | Matched metal, steel rule or forged type |
| Cutting – MD (Machine Direction) | Not included | Other HFFS machine models available |
| Scrap | No edge scrap, no scrap rewinders required | Other HFFS machine models available |
| Final Output Configuration | 1up package exit to external collection bin | Other HFFS machine models available Optional exit conveyor and reject systems available |
| Controls | Automation Direct BRX Programmable Controller with C-more CM5 Series Touchpanel | Optional Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI or other platforms available upon request |
| Safety | Zero tolerance safety package | |
| Vision | Available space for optional print inspection camera after seal as standard | Optional Cognex or Keyence cameras for inspection of printed graphical and variable information |
| Software Features | Recipe based, 4 User security logins | Customizable per requirements |
| Validation Features | Quick-connectors at all RTDs for external calibration | Optional validation package includes: – NIST devices for RTDs and pressure sensors – Insertion ports at all heat plates – Seal pressure control and monitoring |
| Reject System | Not included as standard, see options | Optional reject system includes: – Splice sensors top and bottom – Operator load indicator – Exit conveyor with reject diverter gate – Programming reject system |
