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FormShrink: perfect shrink packaging
The FormShrink packaging process uses special high-shrink thermoforming films that shrink when passed through our shrink tunnels. This results in an attractive package with a second skin appearance around the unique contours of your product. This minimizes excess packaging and the "dog ears" often associated with shrink bag packaging.
Multivac has developed a comprehensive line of thermoform machinery specifically for the FormShrink process.
The highly efficient FormShrink process can be used for all food products which are suitable for shrink packaging, including
- Fresh and processed meats
- Poultry
- Cheese
- Convenience products
- Highly cost-effective thermoforming process
- Individual pack design and crystal-clear appearance
- Special thermoformable shrink films for perfect shrink properties
- The special thin shrink films offer excellent barrier properties, high puncture resistance and exceptional overall stability
- Regardless of the size of the pre-produced pouch, the packaging fits the product like a glove
- Substantial reduction in material consumption (up to 80%)
- Significantly increases fresh shelf life (up to 100%)
- The trays formed on the FormShrink thermoformer are filled manually or automatically.
- After being evacuated, the packs are sealed automatically. MULTIVAC technology ensures an exceptionally high sealing seam strength.
- A contoured cut removes excess film automatically. An easy-open tab can be formed if required.
- The remaining film is then shrunk to fit in a downstream shrink tank, creating a securely sealed pack. The shrink film surrounds the entire product like a second skin.
