Small and medium-sized vegetable and fruit producers are faced with the challenge of optimizing their packaging processes to cover peak production for their seasonal business. The aim is to reduce staff time and to create attractive sales packaging for presentation in retail or direct marketing. The company BS Verpackungen, based in Bad Homburg near Frankfurt am Main, offers an economical entry into the automated packaging of fruit and vegetable products with its automatic tray sealing machines BS 47 and BS 52. 
Lars Pahl at the joint stand of the two companies Boss Vakuum and BS Verpackungen at last year's ExpoSE in Karlsruhe. Automatic sealing system BS 47 covers the entire packaging process and is already being used at various points in Germany.
With up to 10 cycles or 30 trays per minute, with the sealing machines even offering the option of closing trays safely. The BS 52model is particularly suitable for fruit and vegetable production. If, for logistical reasons, it is also necessary to pack the goods under vacuum and protective gas, the BS 47 model is the ideal solution. This has powerful vacuum technology from Busch, as well as all the necessary equipment to specifically extend the shelf life of sensitive products (skin or MAP packaging). 
The use of high quality single components guarantees longevity and stability.
Stability within demanding production processes
All important process parameters can be easily entered on the touch-screen control of the Siemens company. "The design emphasizes the use of high-quality single components, which guarantee longevity and are the basis for stability in demanding production processes," says a spokesman for the company.
Sealing tools are manufactured individually to customer requirements. BS Verpackungen has many years of experience in toolmaking and has a large stock of standard sealing frames. Quick-change frames ensure easy conversions. With a few simple steps, a change within the shift is possible.
Simple assembly of the conveyor belts supplement the automated packaging process.
Interplay of foil, punnet and machine
In addition to the expertise in machine technology, BS Verpackungen can rely on a network of punnet and film manufacturers, says a company spokesman. This is because the interaction of film, punnet and machine is the basis for an optimal packaging result, they say. "Comprehensive consulting prior to purchasing the packaging machine, commissioning and on-site training, as well as comprehensive after-care through to a smooth process flow, ensure sustained business relationships for the company's trained sales representatives and technicians."
"Thanks to the national service network and a high availability of spare parts, we will ensure that the machines are properly maintained and, in the event of an emergency, we can provide customers with fully equipped tool trolleys."
Individually manufactured sealing tools with quick-change frames.
Cross-industry experience
BS Verpackungen has been serving customers in the meat, catering and technical industries for more than 30 years. This cross-industry experience makes it possible to apply successfully proven methods to other fields of application (such as O & G). The internationally active sales team serves customers worldwide with technical advice and technical training. The well-developed service network supports customers in the areas of installation, repair and spare parts supply. 
Automatic ejection with tray separation provides integration into conveyor lines.
For more information:
Bärbel Schaeffauer
Werbende Verpackung GmbH
Parkstr. 9, 9a
73430 Aalen
Tel: +49 73 61 - 56 99-0
Telefax: +49 73 61 - 56 99-30
eMail: info@bs-verpackungen.de
www.bs-verpackung.de
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