Medium-Format Thermoforming Machine for Increased Production Capacity
The Shark M is a medium-format thermoforming packaging machine designed for manufacturers requiring greater capacity and flexibility than compact thermoforming systems.
Positioned as the most versatile machine within the Shark thermoforming range, it supports sealing, vacuum packaging, modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) and skin packaging applications while accommodating a wide variety of packaging formats and product requirements.
With a larger loading area, increased film capacity and enhanced production flexibility, the Shark M provides an efficient solution for food manufacturers seeking to balance productivity, versatility and operational efficiency.
- Top sealing applications
- Vacuum packaging
- Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP)
- Suitable for skin packaging
- Flexible and rigid film compatibility
- Loading area up to 1.5 metres
- Film width up to 640mm
- Forming depth up to 140mm
- Increased production capacity
- Easy cleaning and maintenance
- Food production ready
- Versatile packaging platform
Technical Specification
| Specification | Shark M |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | Thermoforming Packaging Machine |
| Packaging Types | Sealing, Vacuum, MAP, Skin |
| Machine Length | 5040mm |
| Machine Width | 1030mm |
| Machine Height | 1910mm |
| Film Width | Up to 640mm |
| Maximum Advance | 100–400mm |
| Forming Depth | 60mm / 140mm |
| Loading Area | 1.0–1.5 metres |
| Upper Reel Diameter | 300mm |
| Lower Reel Diameter | 400mm |
| Power Supply | 230/400V Three Phase |
| Power Consumption | Up to 10–25kW |
| Approx. Weight | 1000–1800kg |
Increased Capacity with a Compact Production Footprint
The Shark M has been developed for manufacturers requiring greater productivity than entry-level thermoforming systems whilst maintaining a relatively compact machine footprint.
By increasing film capacity and loading area dimensions, the machine supports higher throughput without the space requirements associated with larger industrial thermoforming lines.
This makes the Shark M particularly suitable for manufacturers seeking to increase production output whilst maintaining an efficient factory layout.
Versatile Packaging for Multiple Product Formats
The Shark M has been designed to accommodate a wide variety of packaging formats, product shapes and packaging depths.
Its flexible configuration allows manufacturers to produce packaging solutions tailored to specific products whilst maintaining efficient production workflows.
The ability to accommodate different product sizes, packaging depths and tray formats makes the Shark M suitable for a wide variety of food packaging applications.
Vacuum, MAP, Skin and Sealing Capability
The Shark M supports multiple packaging technologies from a single machine platform, including vacuum packaging, modified atmosphere packaging, skin packaging and conventional sealing applications.
This flexibility enables manufacturers to select the most appropriate packaging method based on shelf-life objectives, product protection requirements and retail presentation goals.
Manufacturers can select the most appropriate packaging method for individual products without investing in multiple packaging platforms.
Designed for Flexible and Rigid Film Applications
The Shark M is compatible with both flexible and rigid packaging films, allowing manufacturers to create a broad range of packaging formats from a single thermoforming platform.
This adaptability makes the machine suitable for diverse food production environments where packaging specifications may vary between product lines.
By supporting multiple packaging formats from a single machine platform, manufacturers can increase flexibility whilst simplifying production processes.
Looking for a Versatile Thermoforming Solution?
If your production environment requires greater packaging flexibility, increased throughput or multiple packaging technologies from a single thermoforming platform, we can help identify the most suitable solution for your application.
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