4-Lane Heat-Sealing Packaging Machine for Snus & Nicotine Pouches
Designed for modern production lines, this 4-lane heat-sealing packaging machine delivers high-efficiency, stable, and hygienic sachet packaging for oral smoke particles, snus, and nicotine pouch granules. It features synchronized multi-lane forming, filling, sealing, and cutting operations, ensuring consistent small-dose packaging within the 0.4–0.6 g per bag range. Compatible with composite films like BOPP/PE, the machine combines reliable control, precise metering for various material states, and a GMP-oriented structure to meet the stringent demands of contemporary manufacturing environments.
Product Advantages
High Throughput Multi-Lane Output
The parallel operation of four lanes significantly boosts productivity while maintaining compact bag dimensions. With an output of 30–45 bags per minute per lane, the system achieves a total capacity of 120–180 bags per minute, depending on material characteristics and film settings. This high-speed performance makes it an ideal solution for scaling up snus and nicotine pouch packaging operations.
Stable Heat Sealing and Clean Bag Appearance
Employing a back sealing method with left/right overlapping, the machine ensures a neat and professional finish. Both vertical and horizontal sealing widths are optimized for reliable closure. The horizontal sealing station is equipped with two sets of heat sealers, supporting both plain and mesh patterns to accommodate diverse packaging film requirements and brand aesthetic preferences.
Flexible Cutting Options
To suit various downstream handling and consumer needs, the machine offers two distinct cutting styles—flat cutting and saw-tooth cutting—through dual cutter sets. This flexibility allows for easy adaptation to desired tear performance and edge appearance.
Reliable Control System with Safety and Alarms
An intuitive Inovance 7-inch color touchscreen, integrated with an Inovance PLC, provides comprehensive error prompts and self-diagnostic functions. The system features an advanced alarm logic that monitors conditions such as film shortage, safety door status, and operational abnormalities. A three-color stack light offers clear visual status indications on the shop floor.
GMP-Oriented Machine Structure
Constructed with hygiene in mind, the machine’s frame, electrical cabinet, and critical areas utilize stainless steel 304 or aluminum alloy. All material-contact parts are made from stainless steel 304 to facilitate thorough cleaning and support routine sanitation protocols. An integrated dust removal device above the horizontal seal, which includes a vacuum cleaner, actively minimizes powder and particle accumulation during operation.
Easy Setup and Efficient Film Handling
The design prioritizes operational ease with a quick film connection workbench and a manual deviation correction system. Film feeding is managed via gravity-active feeding, while a stable 4-row electric roller system ensures smooth film separation and consistent tracking for flawless pouch forming.
Accurate Small-Dose Metering Options
The machine is offered with two specialized 4-lane metering modules tailored to material conditions: a horizontal screw metering solution for dry particles and a turntable metering solution for wet particles. Both modules are engineered for quick disassembly and cleaning, featuring auxiliary air-blowing assistance and anti-bridging material breaking mechanisms within the hopper to ensure consistent and accurate dosing.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | 4-lane heat-sealing packaging machine |
| Applicable Product | Oral smoke particles / snus-type granules (by sample) |
| Packaging Capacity | 0.4–0.6 g per bag |
| Measuring Accuracy (system) | ≤ ±10% (material-dependent) |
| Packaging Speed | 30–45 bags/min per lane × 4 lanes |
| Bag Size (single lane) | Bag length: 20–50 mm; pouch width: 13 mm |
| Film Width (single lane) | 30 mm |
| Total Packaging Film Width | 120 mm |
| Sealing Style | Back sealing (no pattern), left/right overlapping |
| Sealing Width | Vertical: 4 mm; Horizontal: 5 mm |
| Horizontal Sealing Pattern | Plain and mesh pattern; 2 sets of heat sealers |
| Cutting Method | Flat cutting and saw-tooth cutting; 2 sets of cutters |
| Packaging Film Material | Composite films (e.g., BOPP/PE) |
| Power Supply | AC 220V / 50Hz |
| Installed Power | 3 kW |
| Compressed Air / Gas Consumption (machine) | 6 kg; 0.6 m³/min |
| HMI & Control | Inovance 7″ color touchscreen + Inovance PLC (Chinese UI), self-diagnosis, alarms, stack light |
| Temperature Control | 6-channel Omron temperature controller with temperature deviation alarm |
| Pneumatics | Taiwan Airtac |
| Electrical Components | Schneider or OMRON |
| Film Feeding | Gravity active film feeding; 4-row electric roller film separation |
| Bag Pulling (horizontal seal pulling) | Inovance servo motor control |
| Safety | Standard safety door switch (Panasonic door safety switch) |
| Photoelectric Function | None |
| Dust Management | Dust removal device above horizontal seal (incl. vacuum cleaner) |
Metering Device Options
Option A: LG-4 4-Lane Horizontal Screw Metering (Dry Particles)
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Measuring Range | 0.4–0.6 g/bag |
| Measuring Method | Horizontal screw |
| Accuracy | ±1–10% (depends on material properties and filling speed) |
| Drive | Stepper motor |
| Feeding Assistance | Compressed-air assisted blowing feeding |
| Hopper Function | Integrated rotating material breaker to improve flow and dosing consistency |
| Material / Finish | Exterior: 304 or aluminum alloy; contact parts: stainless steel 304 |
| Maintenance | Easy disassembly and cleaning |
| Air Consumption | 6 kg; 0.8 m³/min |
| Power | AC 220V / 50Hz; 0.4 kW |
Option B: TB-4 4-Lane Turntable Metering (Wet Particles)
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Measuring Range | 0.4–0.6 g/bag |
| Adjustment | Adjustable measuring cup |
| Accuracy | ±1–10% (depends on material properties and filling speed) |
| Drive | Motor with divider |
| Auxiliary Air Control | Precision throttle valve controls air blowing and discharge assistance |
| Hopper Function | Integrated rotating material breaker to improve flow and dosing consistency |
| Material / Finish | Exterior: 304 or aluminum alloy; contact parts: stainless steel 304 |
| Maintenance | Easy disassembly and cleaning |
| Gas Consumption | 6 kg; 0.8 m³/min |
| Power | AC 220V / 50Hz; 0.4 kW |
Application Areas
This versatile packaging machine is ideally suited for industries requiring efficient, small-dose, multi-lane sachet packaging. Its primary application is in snus and nicotine pouch granule preparation lines, as well as oral smoke particle packaging. Furthermore, it is an excellent choice for packaging other dry or mildly moist granular products that fall within the 0.4–0.6 g dosing range. Factories seeking equipment with GMP-aligned material construction and an easy-clean design for frequent production changeovers will find this machine to be a reliable and productive asset.
