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Automatic Tray Sealing Machine

Modern prepared foods rely on packaging that protects freshness, appearance, and shelf life. An automatic tray sealing machine

 provides the controlled sealing environment required to deliver retail-ready trays at scale while maintaining consistency across high-volume production.

Your Challenges, Solved

Challenge: Inconsistent Seals Lead to Leaks and Product Loss

Solution:
Seal quality is non-negotiable for tray-based products. A tray sealer machine applies uniform pressure and temperature control to ensure dependable seals that withstand transport, stacking, and extended storage.

Challenge: Manual Tray Sealing Limits Throughput

Solution:
Automated indexing and synchronized sealing cycles replace stop-start workflows, allowing continuous operation without compromising seal integrity.

Challenge: Shelf Life Requirements Are Increasing

Solution:
High-integrity sealing supports modified atmosphere packaging, helping preserve freshness, reduce oxidation, and extend usable shelf life without altering the product.

Challenge: Multiple Tray Formats Create Downtime

Solution:
Flexible tooling and format adaptability allow fast transitions between tray sizes and depths, reducing changeover time and keeping output stable.

Industries That Rely on Our Tray Sealing Technology

Food & Beverage

Ready meals, fresh proteins, salads, pasta dishes, and chilled or frozen tray-packed foods.

Retail & Private Label

Supermarket-ready trays requiring consistent presentation and seal reliability.

Foodservice & Catering

Portioned trays designed for bulk preparation, storage, and reheating.

Technical Specifications

Control Panel:

Color touchscreen interface

Control Elements:

Allen Bradley components

Film Specifications

Upper Film: Flexible film, paper, foil (up to 120 microns)
Pre-printed upper film supported

Lower Film: Rigid film, flexible film, foil (up to 1000 microns)

Forming Type

  • Compressed air forming
  • Unheated plugs
  • Shaped cutting by mold knife

Packaging Types

  • Sealing only
  • Sealing + gas (MAP)
  • Hanging-hole “O” and “D” shape packages

Machine Dimensions

FFS 100:
2350 mm (W) × 1260 mm (D) × 2200 mm (H)

FFS 200:
2800 mm (W) × 1260 mm (D) × 2200 mm (H)

FFS 300:
2800 mm (W) × 1500 mm (D) × 2200 mm (H)

How the Hefestus Tray Sealing Machine Helps You Scale

01 — Integrated Sealing Workflow

Forming, loading, and sealing run as a single synchronized process. The tray sealer machine minimizes handling steps and stabilizes production flow.

02 — Controlled Sealing for Consistent Results

Precise regulation of temperature, pressure, and dwell time ensures repeatable seals across varying tray materials and film types.

03 — Designed for Real Tray Applications

From shallow snack trays to deep ready-meal formats, the system maintains alignment and seal accuracy without warping or deformation.

04 — Protection That Extends Shelf Life

Reliable seals support gas flushing and barrier films, preserving product quality throughout distribution and retail display.

05 — High-Speed Output Without Seal Failure

Increased cycle rates are achieved without sacrificing seal strength, reducing rejects and unplanned downtime.

06 — Compact Footprint for Production Floors

The machine integrates into existing lines without requiring major layout changes, supporting scalable growth.

Models Built to Match Your Tray Sealing Scale

FFS 100

Compact solution for entry-level automation.


Up to 100 units per minute.

FFS 200

Mid-range platform balancing speed and flexibility.


Up to 200 units per minute.

FFS 300

High-output industrial system.


Up to 300 units per minute.

The Next Step in Your
Tray Sealing Automation

As tray volumes increase, seal failures become expensive fast. Manual processes and inconsistent sealing limit growth. A tray sealer machine turns packaging into a controlled, repeatable operation designed for long-term efficiency.

For operations requiring higher autonomy and reduced operator input, an automatic tray sealer machine delivers consistent performance across extended production shifts.

For manufacturers focused on ready-to-eat and chilled meals, a food tray sealer machine provides the sealing reliability needed to meet retail and foodservice standards.

Let’s define a system that aligns with your tray formats, production targets, and future expansion.

See It in Action

Explore how automated tray sealing improves efficiency, seal quality, and shelf stability. Book a live demonstration or technical review tailored to your specific product and tray requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the machine handle different tray sizes and materials?

Yes. The automatic tray sealing machine supports a wide range of tray sizes and materials, including plastic, paperboard, aluminum, and compostable trays, with tooling changeovers for different formats.

Yes. Optional MAP capability allows gas flushing (e.g., CO₂, N₂, or mixed gases) to extend shelf life and maintain product freshness.

Yes. The machine is designed to seal trays containing products with particulates, chunks, sauces, or uneven fills. Controlled sealing pressure and film management prevent contamination of the seal area.

Yes. Precise temperature, pressure, and dwell-time control ensures uniform, hermetic seals across all trays, minimizing leaks and seal failures.

Output depends on tray size, sealing method, and MAP requirements. Typical speeds range from 20–120 trays per minute.

Yes. The machine integrates with filling systems, conveyors, metal detectors, checkweighers, labeling machines, and secondary packaging lines.

Yes. Automated film feeding, sealing, and cutting ensure clean presentation, consistent seal quality, and reduced material waste.