Stick Pack Machine
A stick pack machine, or stick packing machine, forms, fills and seals narrow stick-shaped sachets from flexible film. Multi-lane configurations from a single lane up to 10 lanes match low- or high-volume output, and the machines are supplied and supported Australia-wide by Nexus Australia.
How it works
A stick pack machine forms narrow, multi-lane sachets from flexible film, doses product into each sachet, and seals it. Running multiple lanes side by side increases throughput.
Key features
- Compact design: a small footprint suited to both small-scale and large-scale production facilities.
- High-speed operation: high-speed packaging to meet demanding production schedules.
- Versatile packaging options: accommodates various sizes, shapes, and types of stick packs, from single-serve to multi-serve.
- Flexible material compatibility: works with laminates, polyethylene, and other flexible films.
- Accurate dosing systems: consistent filling for product quality and weight, important for industries such as pharmaceuticals and food.
- User-friendly interface: intuitive controls and touch-screen displays for quick setup and changeover.
- Hygienic design: easy-to-clean surfaces and sanitary materials suited to food and pharmaceutical use.
- Customisation options: multiple lanes configured to suit application speeds and production needs.
Dosing methods
- Servo auger powder filler: a servo-driven auger measures and dispenses powders.
- Servo piston liquid filler: a servo-driven piston measures and dispenses liquids.
- Servo solid volumetric cup filler: servo-driven volumetric cups measure and dispense solid products.
- Multi-head weighing system: high-speed, high-accuracy weighing using multiple heads.
- Vibratory solid feeder: vibration feeds solid products for consistent, controlled flow.
- Capsule/tablet counting system: counts and dispenses capsules or tablets, suited to pharmaceuticals and small items.
Applications
- Food and beverage: single-serve portions of sauces, condiments, instant coffee, and powdered supplements.
- Pharmaceuticals: powders, granules, and liquid medications in precise doses.
- Cosmetics and personal care: lotions, creams, gels, and hair treatments in single-use or travel sizes.
- Household products: detergents, cleaning powders, and liquid concentrates.
Benefits
- Shelf appeal: a sleek packaging format that improves product visibility on shelf.
- Portability and convenience: lightweight, portable packs suited to on-the-go use, with a compact size that reduces packaging waste.
- Cost-effectiveness: reduced material usage, labour costs, and changeover downtime.
Compare formats in our sachet vs stick pack vs pouch guide, or see sachet packing machines.
Frequently asked questions
What products can a stick pack machine fill?
Stick pack machines suit single-serve portions of sauces, condiments, instant coffee and powdered supplements, pharmaceutical powders, granules and liquid medications, cosmetics such as lotions, creams and gels, and household products like detergents and liquid concentrates. The dosing system is matched to your product.
How does multi-lane configuration affect speed?
The machine can be configured with multiple lanes, from a single lane up to 10 lanes, to match required production speeds. Running multiple lanes side by side increases throughput for low- or high-volume output.
What films and dosing methods does it support?
It works with laminates, polyethylene and other flexible films. Dosing options include a servo auger powder filler, servo piston liquid filler, servo solid volumetric cup filler, multi-head weighing system, vibratory solid feeder and a capsule or tablet counting system.
Is the stick pack machine easy to change over and clean?
Yes. An intuitive touch-screen interface supports quick setup and changeover, and easy-to-clean surfaces and sanitary materials suit food and pharmaceutical use. The compact design fits both small-scale and large-scale facilities.
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