Film & Shrink Wrapping Machines

Film And Shrink Wrapping Machines

Film wrap machines are an efficient and easy way of extending the shelf life of meats, dairy products, vegetables, and other ingredients. Because these food packaging machines are affordable and user-friendly, they are popular in many restaurants, delis, supermarkets, convenience stores, and more. Filming products manually is much slower. Film sticking on food items and hands causes much hassle, mess, and waste. Shrink wrap machines facilitate the process with a non-stick hot plate and heated cut-off rod. They are perfect for the preservation and presentation of your foods and menus.

How Film Wrap Machines Work

Film wrap machines feature a hot plate often mounted on the front. This on-demand timer-controlled plate is covered with a non-stick material, like Teflon, to prevent sticking. The plate applies heat and shrinks the film around the products. Plate widths may vary, but the standard size is 6" x 15" on the countertop and 8" x 15" on floor models. Film wrapping machines also have one or multiple core adapters to hold film rolls of various sizes. The maximum film width on most units is 18 inches. Finally, the hot rod cut-off bar easily trims enough film to wrap the food.

Film Wrap Machine Types

Most commercial establishments in the foodservice industry use countertop or freestanding film wrap machines. Countertop units do not occupy any floor space. They are often preferred in butcheries and small produce stands. They have rubber feet to prevent sliding on any counter surface. You can purchase a freestanding shrink wrap machine if you do not have much counter space. These models can have a larger seal plate to accommodate larger items. The number of shrink wrap rolls on both countertop and floor models usually varies between one and three. 

There are also film wrap machines dedicated to wrapping specific dishes for better preservation and a more attractive display. Omcan USA Deli Pizza Shrink Wrapper Machines have a unique design for shrink-wrapping pizzas. You just put some film on the pizza and place it on the unit's adaptor. The preheated machine will apply heat and shrink-wrap the pizza. Pizza shrink wrappers typically feature an adjustable pedestal to accommodate pizzas of varying sizes.

Wrapping provides food safety only when it is appropriately applied. Manual wrapping involves risks, and excessive film is often used when it is cracked or applied incorrectly. Shrink-wrapped products stay fresh longer and maintain their appearance. Plus, they take up less space in refrigerators or on pantry shelves. Chef's Deal offers premium-quality film wrap machines from top manufacturers, including Alfa International, Bizerba, and Omcan USA, among others.