Editorial Technical Reference

Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) Machine

This page explains how Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) Machine is classified within Food Manufacturing. Technical values and manufacturer relationships are research references; confirm the current specification and supplier evidence for each order.

Technical Definition & Core Assembly

Vertical form fill seal (VFFS) machine that forms bags from a film roll, fills them with product, and seals them in one vertical continuous or intermittent motion cycle.

Product Specifications

Technical details and manufacturing context for Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) Machine

Definition
A vertical form fill seal (VFFS) machine is a packaging machine used in food manufacturing to convert a single web of heat-sealable film into finished bags, filling and sealing them in the same vertical path. The film is drawn from a reel, passes through tension and registration sensors, and wraps around a forming collar and tube. A heated vertical jaw creates the longitudinal seal, forming a continuous tube. Product is fed from above through the tube using an auger, multihead weigher, or volumetric cup filler, dropping into the tube during the dwell between cross-seals. The horizontal jaws then seal the bag top and the next bag bottom simultaneously, and a knife separates the finished bag. VFFS machines are widely used for packaging snacks, grains, powders, and frozen foods, producing pillow bags, gusseted bags, and block-bottom formats. Typical bag width ranges from 50 to 300 mm, bag length from 50 to 400 mm, and film width from 100 to 620 mm. Filling speed ranges from 30 to 80 bags per minute, depending on bag size, film type, and dosing system. Sealing temperature is adjustable between 120 and 180 °C. The machine requires an operating pressure of 0.6–0.8 MPa and air consumption of 0.4–0.8 m³/min. Power supply is 220/380 V AC, three-phase, 50/60 Hz, with installed power of 2.5–5.5 kW. Machine weight is 500–1200 kg, and typical dimensions are 1200×1000×2200 mm (L×W×H). Noise level at operator position is ≤75 dB(A). The machine has an IP54 rating per IEC 60529. Construction includes a stainless steel 304 frame and contact surfaces, hardened forming collar and tube, PTFE-coated sealing jaws, food-grade polymer film contact rollers, and servo drives with a touch-panel PLC. The machine is designed to meet CE Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EN 415-3 for safety of packaging machines, and GB 16798 for food machinery safety and hygiene. These standards are listed as procurement references; actual compliance must be verified with the manufacturer. Always confirm model-specific values and standards with the legal manufacturer or supplier before purchase.
Working Principle
Film from the reel passes tension and registration sensors, wraps around a forming collar into a tube, and a heated vertical jaw makes the longitudinal seal. Product drops through the forming tube during the dwell between cross-seals; the horizontal jaws then seal the bag top and the next bag bottom simultaneously, and a knife separates the finished bag.
Common Materials
stainless steel 304 frame and contact surfaces, hardened forming collar and tube, PTFE-coated sealing jaws, food-grade polymer film contact rollers, servo drives and touch-panel PLC
Technical Parameters
ParameterTypical rangeNotes & selection driver
Bag Width Range50–300 mmDetermines the range of bag sizes the machine can produce.
Bag Length Range50–400 mmAdjustable via encoder or manual setting.
Film Width Range100–620 mmMust be wider than the bag width to allow for sealing.
Filling Speed30–80 bags/minDepends on product characteristics and bag size.
Sealing Temperature120–180 °CAdjustable for different film materials.
Air Consumption0.4–0.8 m³/minRequired for pneumatic components.
Operating Pressure0.6–0.8 MPaBelow 0.6 MPa may cause insufficient sealing force.
Power Supply220/380 V ACThree-phase, 50/60 Hz.
Installed Power2.5–5.5 kWDepends on sealing system and heating method.
Machine Weight500–1200 kgVaries with configuration and options.
Dimensions (L×W×H)1200×1000×2200 mmTypical footprint; may vary.
Noise Level≤75 dB(A)At operator position.
IP RatingIP54Suitable for dusty environments; higher rating available.IEC 60529

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Components / BOM
  • Film Reel
    Supplies the packaging film that is formed into the bag tube.
  • Registration Sensors
    Keep the printed film in register with the seal and cut positions.
  • Forming Collar
    Wraps the flat film around the forming tube into a tube shape.
  • Forming Tube
    Guides the product down into the formed film tube.
  • Vertical Jaw
    Heated jaw that makes the longitudinal seal of the tube.
  • Horizontal Jaws
    Seal the bag top and the next bag bottom simultaneously.
  • Knife
    Separates the finished bag from the film tube.

Application & selection

Application Fit & Sizing Matrix

Operational Limits
film types: PET/PE, BOPP, CPP, paper-PE, metallized laminates
bag formats: pillow, gusseted, block-bottom, quad-seal with options
output range: 20-200 bags/min by bag size and dosing
hygiene level: dry, washdown, or MAP gas-flush execution
dosing pairing: multihead weigher, auger, volumetric cup, liquid pump

Risk, maintenance & compliance

Reliability & Engineering Risk Analysis

Failure Mode & Root Cause
Leaking cross seals
Cause: Product dust contaminating the seal area or jaw temperature and pressure drift, leaving channels through the weld that fail vacuum or drop tests.
Film tracking drift
Cause: Reel telescoping, uneven brake tension, or worn guide rollers cause the printed web to wander so registration marks fall outside the sensor window.
Maintenance Indicators
Engineering Tips

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Manufacturers of Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) Machine

12 companies list this product among what they make. Company figures are quoted from each company's own website; every card states where the relationship came from.

BAOPACK Auto Packaging Machine Co., Ltd.
Foshan, Guangdong, CN
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical Form Fill Seal Machine (VFFS)”
View source page ↗ baopackauto.com · checked 2026-08-26
Foshan Jintian Packing Machinery Co., Ltd.
Foshan, Guangdong, CN
Founded 2011
CE
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical Form Fill Seal Machines More”
View source page ↗ jintianpack.com · checked 2026-08-26
JOCHAMP
Rui'an, Zhejiang, CN
Founded 2005
CE ISO9001 SGS
Stated by the company · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Guangdong Coretamp Packaging Technology Co., Ltd.
Foshan, Guangdong, CN
Founded 20127000 m²
CE ISO9001 SGS TÜV Rheinland
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical Form Fill Seal Machine(VFFS)”
View source page ↗ coretamp.com · checked 2026-08-26
Guangdong Kenwei Intellectualized Machinery Co., Ltd.
Zhongshan, Guangdong, CN
Stated by the company · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
ANHUI YAFEI
Anhui, CN
Also makes: Hydraulic Press Brake
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical Form Fill Seal Machines Serrated Blades”
View source page ↗ yafeiblade.com · checked 2026-09-06
Foshan Blueway Electric Appliances Co., Ltd.
Guangdong, CN
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “1. Automatic vertical form fill seal machine”
View source page ↗ blueway-heatpump.com · checked 2026-08-27
Foshan Land Packaging Machinery Co., Ltd.
Foshan, Guangdong, CN
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical Form Fill Seal Machine”
View source page ↗ landpack.net · checked 2026-09-17
Jiangsu Xintu Machinery Co., Ltd.
Foshan, Guangdong, CN
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical Form Fill Seal Machines”
View source page ↗ xintumachinery.com · checked 2026-09-17
Landpack Packaging Machinery Co., Ltd.
Foshan, Guangdong, CN
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical Form Fill Seal Machine(VFFS)”
View source page ↗ landpack.com · checked 2026-09-05
Qualipak
Rui'an, Zhejiang, CN
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical form fill seal machine”
View source page ↗ qualipakmachines.com · checked 2026-09-07
Wenzhou Echo Machinery Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang, CN
Listed on the company's own website · profile compiled by CNFX from public sources
Listed there as: “Vertical Form Fill & Seal Machine”
View source page ↗ echomachinery.com · checked 2026-09-07
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Frequently Asked Questions

What bag sizes can this VFFS machine produce?

The bag width range is 50–300 mm, bag length range is 50–400 mm, and film width range is 100–620 mm. These are typical ranges; actual capabilities depend on the specific model and configuration. Always confirm with the manufacturer.

What is the filling speed of this machine?

The filling speed is 30–80 bags per minute, depending on product characteristics, bag size, and the dosing system used (e.g., auger, multihead weigher, or volumetric cup filler). Verify the actual speed for your application with the supplier.

What are the utility requirements?

The machine requires an operating pressure of 0.6–0.8 MPa and air consumption of 0.4–0.8 m³/min. Power supply is 220/380 V AC, three-phase, 50/60 Hz, with installed power of 2.5–5.5 kW. Ensure your facility meets these requirements.

What safety and hygiene standards apply?

The machine is designed to meet CE Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EN 415-3 for safety of packaging machines, and GB 16798 for food machinery safety and hygiene. These standards are listed as references; actual compliance must be verified with the manufacturer for the specific model.

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