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1.4.1 Performance
The performance of the machine is indicated for use under normal conditions. This implies
the following:
- The machine is used in a roofed industrial hall that can be closed off so that both
machine and operator are protected from the outside environment and from third-
party activities;
- There is sufficient light for the operator to be able to follow the machine’s processes,
namely a minimum of 500 lux;
- The area is equipped with adequate climate control equipment that regulates the
humidity levels, max. 70%, min. temperature 4 C (39 F) and max. temperature 40 C
(104 F)
- The machine should not be exposed to extreme vibration levels, no more than 2 G
- The working area should comply with hygienic recommendations usual in the food
processing industry, e.g. the HACCP in Europe
The machine capacity depends on the duration of the packaging program chosen. The
machine can achieve an average of 12 cycles per minute. The duration of a program is
affected by:
- The dimensions of the packaging (length, width and height);
- The type of film used;
- The safety pauses between the stages;
- The final vacuum required in the packaging;
- Etc.
For a machine to work optimally the program settings must be fine-tuned by trained staff.
Influences from the immediate environment
The principal condition for the machine to operate correctly is constant quality of water,
compressed air, the vacuum equipment and the gas. This means, for example, that if the
cooling water has a higher temperature this will lead to less cooling and badly shaped
packaging. The condition of the air in the space where the machine is situated is also
important. Deviation from these values can lead to breakdowns in the machine. Chapter 0
deals with these matters.
1.4.2 Contents of the order supplied
When the machine is delivered, the following are included:
- 1 packaging machine plus die sets;
- Manual.
- One toolbox.
- One transport crate and 4 transport blocks.
- Storage case for the longitudinal cutter blades.
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