Thermoforming Vacuum Equipment

Thermoforming Vacuum Equipment — high-performance thermoforming packaging systems are designed for businesses with high daily packaging volumes; these units operate on a continuous film web flow principle, allowing them to pack many more portions per hour compared to chamber or external vacuum equipment, making them the ideal solution for meat processing companies, large canteens and food production companies.

How thermoforming vacuum equipment works

Thermoforming Vacuum Equipment — a thermoforming unit operates with two film rolls: the lower film and the upper film; the lower film is heated and shaped (thermoformed) by pressure or vacuum to create customised product cavities into which the product is placed. Vacuuming and sealing — after the product is placed, the upper film is laid over the cavity; the air is evacuated from the packaging chamber and the upper film is thermally sealed (packed) to the lower one; this process takes place sequentially along the entire length of the film web in a continuous flow; see Chamber Vacuum Equipment for a smaller-scale alternative. BHS provides thermoforming vacuum equipment.

MAP packaging in thermoforming units

Thermoforming Vacuum Equipment — many thermoforming units offer modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) in addition to standard vacuum; in MAP packaging, a gas mixture (usually nitrogen, carbon dioxide and/or oxygen) is introduced into the product space, tailored to optimise the preservation of the specific product. Benefits of MAP — MAP packaging significantly extends the shelf life of food products; different gas mixtures are used for different products; for meat and fish, a combination of CO₂ and N₂ is typically used to inhibit bacterial growth and maintain freshness; see Container Packaging Equipment for a MAP alternative.

Thermoforming equipment vs. chamber vacuum equipment

Thermoforming Vacuum Equipment — thermoforming units and chamber vacuum equipment meet different packaging needs in terms of scale; the main difference lies in throughput and automation level. Thermoforming unit — continuous flow packaging at high volume; integrated tray forming process; can be used with MAP; higher purchase and operating costs; suitable for production volumes. Chamber unit — single-bag packaging cycle; more versatile for different formats; lower purchase costs; better suited to medium-volume needs — see Chamber Vacuum Equipment. How to choose — for a business with high-volume needs and a production line, a thermoforming unit is a long-term solution; for a medium-volume business, a chamber unit is the optimal choice. BHS helps choose the most suitable equipment.

HoReCa use cases for thermoforming equipment

Large-scale meat processing company — in a meat processing company, a thermoforming unit ensures the packaging of hundreds of meat portions per hour; products are packed in a standardised thermoformed tray with vacuum or MAP; shelf life is significantly extended; BHS equipment provides a high-performance solution. Centralised catering kitchen — in a large catering company’s central kitchen, a thermoforming unit allows ready-to-serve portions to be packed for large-scale events. Food production company — a food manufacturer uses a thermoforming unit to pack finished products for retail or HoReCa supply; BHS supplies the products. BHS offers thermoforming vacuum equipment to food businesses.

Frequently asked questions

What type of film is used in thermoforming vacuum equipment? Thermoforming Vacuum Equipment — thermoforming units use a special multi-layer plastic film that is sufficiently elastic for thermal forming while also providing barrier properties against air and moisture; the film is available in various thicknesses and barrier levels depending on the product and desired shelf life; specify the exact film parameters with BHS specialists; see Vacuum Bags and Boxes.

Is a thermoforming vacuum unit suitable for a small restaurant? Thermoforming Vacuum Equipment — a thermoforming unit is designed for high-volume production needs, and its cost, size and operational specifics are usually not justified for a small restaurant; for a small business, external vacuum equipment or chamber units are more suitable.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.