Machine Overview
Controlled shrink packaging for cheese products
The Cheese Shrink Tunnel applies controlled heat to shrink-compatible packaging after the cheese has been formed and packed. Conveyor speed, tunnel temperature and product clearance are selected according to pack dimensions, film specification and required production capacity.
Engineering considerations
- Adjustable conveyor speed and thermal control
- Product-specific tunnel clearance and residence time
- Integration with upstream packing and downstream handling
- Operator guarding and cleanable construction
Packaging film, product geometry and hourly throughput must be confirmed before the equipment is sized.
Items Defined During Technical Review
Product and RecipeProduct characteristics and process stages
CapacityHourly or batch production target
Line ConnectionsUpstream and downstream equipment integration
AutomationControl, recipe and operator requirements
UtilitiesWater, electricity, steam and compressed-air availability
SiteLayout, access, cleaning and maintenance clearances