With India’s snack market growing in leaps and bounds, traditional namkeens are in demand – as they are all-time favourites. However, considerations regarding hygiene and comfort have forced namkeen makers to adopt the latest trends in packaging to retain their spots on retail shelves.

Nichrome’s offerings include comprehensive packaging solutions for Indian namkeen packaging, in addition to other snacks such as wafers, nuts, dry fruits etc. These snack packaging machines are also capable of use in other applications such as sugar, grains, pulses, pasta, soya chunks etc.

Every automatic packaging machine from Nichrome comes with the latest technology, with the focus on ensuring the freshness, crispness and shape of the snacks.

Benefits of using Nichrome’s Namkeen packaging machines for snack manufacturers:

• Wing 200 E-line Snack Pack

The Wing 200 is an exclusive packaging solution from Nichrome designed for startups and small-medium enterprises. It comes with Nichrome’s extensive expertise and its reliable technology in a compact, affordable design that is configured to fit relatively modest space, budget and performance requirements.

It has the capacity to pack CSPP pouches at a rate of 80 pouches/min.

• Excel Vertipack 320

The Excel Vertipack 320 is yet another versatile innovation from Nichrome and India’s first vertical pouch packaging machine. The Excel Vertipack 320 was designed for packaging dry fruits, snacks, pasta, grains etc in a number of standup pouches with or without zippers.

Excel Vertipack 320 comes with the assurance of robust performance and unmatched versatility with its sturdy design, online check weigher and metal detector, compatibility with multiple fillers, and an abundance of other features.

• Sprint 250 Snackpack

The Sprint 250 Snackpack was designed particularly for the snacks and namkeen industry and offers quick and easy tool-less changeover of parts resulting in minimum product fall height.

The Sprint 250 Snackpack’s construction is HACCP & GMP compatible and can pack a wide variety of namkeens, snacks and related food items in various pouch formats such as Gusset with D-cut, Gusset and CSPP. It has a perforation system that allows for the production of chains of small pouches. It has an output speed of 150 packs/min.

• Excel 400 Plus Multihead Weigher

Coming with the added advantage of automation, the Excel Plus series is equipped with CE marked PLC controller and touchscreen. Some significant elements of this series are static charge eliminators, print mark scanners, servo motor driven bag length control system and adjustable cross-sealing jaws for the best performance. It can be easily integrated into upstream or downstream systems as well.

This series is compatible with a range of fillers which makes it a genuinely versatile solution for snacks, powders grains, granules, snacks etc. It can pack in a variety of pouch formats such as Pentaseal, 4 line seal, CSPP, Gusset and Pentaseal with D cut.

• Sprint 250 Plus Multihead Weigher

The Sprint 250 Plus from Nichrome offers accuracy and efficiency for the flexible packaging of a diverse range of snacks, grains and powders and can package pouch quantities up to 2 Kgs with an output speed of up to 150 packs/min. Being an automated packaging machine, the Sprint 250 Plus comes with CE marked PLC and a touchscreen HMI. The servo motor driven sealing system is very effective at sealing while maintaining pressure levels. It offers a perforation system to deliver a chain of small pouches and is programmed to pull the exact length of film required for packaging.

Nichrome offerings also include a range of HFFS Namkeen packaging machines with the latest linear technology from Europe. These machines are quite versatile and can be deployed to pack a wide range of powders, grains, snacks, liquids and viscous products with a range of fillers. This series offers a variety of pouch formats with superior aesthetics.

The HFFS machines have a touchscreen interface and are based on PLCs. With a compact and versatile design, this series offers both single and perforated chain of pouches with quick and easy changeovers. Duplex modules are optional for higher output requirements.

The Nichrome-Edge

When it comes to selecting a packaging partner, the decision often comes down to factors like cost, efficiency, customization options, and durability. To help you make an informed choice, here’s a quick comparison of Nichrome’s Namkeen packaging machines against other brands:

As you can see, Nichrome stands out as one the leading snacks packaging machine manufacturers with its competitive pricing, high efficiency, unmatched customization options, and robust design. Nichrome’s packaging solutions are designed to meet the specific needs of snack manufacturers, ensuring top-notch performance and customer satisfaction.

Why Nichrome is a Leading Snacks Packaging Machine Manufacturer in India?

If you’re a manufacturer of namkeens and other snacks and want to improve your packaging for a wider market, Nichrome can be considered your ideal packaging partner. Nichrome’s integrated packaging solutions are automated with CE marked PLC controllers and a touchscreen HMI for ease of operation and control. These snacks packaging machines can be conveniently integrated into upstream/downstream systems and can be used for a wide range of applications as a result of their compatibility with multiple fillers and quick, tool-less changeover. Nichrome also offers the option of customizing solutions for application-specific requirements. Nichrome will develop a suitable solution after studying your products and the pertinent requirements. Nichrome is one of the ideal snacks packaging machine manufacturers to deliver performance and productivity for your packaging requirements.

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• Enhanced Efficiency and Productivity:

Our snack packaging machines are engineered for high-speed packaging, significantly boosting productivity. With features like automatic feeding, weighing, and packing, these pouch filling machines minimize manual intervention, thereby speeding up the production line and enabling manufacturers to meet larger orders more efficiently.

• Superior Packaging Quality:

Quality is paramount in food packaging, and our automatic snack packaging machines deliver on this front. Our machines ensure consistent quality in sealing, which extends the shelf life of snacks by protecting them from air, moisture, and contaminants. The precision in filling and sealing helps maintain the freshness and flavor of the snacks, making them appealing to consumers.

• Versatility in Packaging Options:

One of the standout features of our snack food packaging machines is their versatility. They can handle a wide range of snack types, from chips and nuts to candies and cookies, and are capable of packaging in various formats such as pouches, sachets, and bags. This versatility allows snack producers to use a single machine for multiple products, adapting to market trends and consumer preferences with ease.

• Cost-Effectiveness:

By automating the packaging process, our snack packaging machines reduce labor costs and minimize waste through precise filling and packaging. This cost-effectiveness is a significant advantage for snack manufacturers looking to optimize their operations and increase profitability.

• Advanced Technology Integration:

We incorporate the latest technology in our food packaging machines, including touch screen interfaces for ease of use, programmable settings for quick changeovers, and advanced diagnostics for troubleshooting. This integration of technology enhances operational efficiency and reliability.

• Sprint 250 Snack Pack: A Game Changer for Snack Industry

Our Sprint 250 Snack Pack machine epitomizes innovation in the world of snack food packaging machines. As an automatic packaging machine, it is equipped with cutting-edge technology that allows for precise weight control, ensuring that each package contains an accurate amount of product. This level of precision is crucial for maintaining consumer trust and satisfaction.

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At Nichrome, innovation is a part of our DNA. Since our pioneering beginning in 1977, we have been endlessly innovating and upgrading offerings to solve packaging industry challenges and deliver greater business value to our customers with our next gen integrated packaging solutions.

Our innovation is founded on Expertise, Partnership, Forward-thinking and Technology. Supported and strengthened by these four pillars, we are perfectly poised to cross new frontiers in performance, accuracy, and solution development.

Nichrome India leads the pack in the packaging industry with innovative packing, sealing, filling and cartoning systems. Nichrome has a plethora of systems for product handling, primary & secondary packing, end-of-the-line packing, warehousing, and track & trace.

MAP Technology in Action

Nichrome’s modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) for mithai and namkeen and food tray sealing machines are commendable. Nichrome is miles ahead of the competition in producing filling and sealing machines in India.

Thermoforming machines from Nichrome can also produce packaging with vacuum skins. The product is placed in a tray or a preformed packaging mould and is then sealed with skin film. This allows the safety of packaged products in a variety of shapes (as they were given a ‘second skin’). The product is untouched by human hands, and the MAP sealing process ensures longer shelf life.

Whether you use MAP technology for mithai & namkeen packaging or dairy products – the contents are assured of hygiene and freshness. For SMEs in the Indian mithai & namkeen segment, MAP technology from Nichrome is a godsend.

MAP is a pathbreaking packaging solution for convenience and presentation of mithai, dry fruits, namkeen and confectionery. It is highly valued when packed in elegant trays and beautifully decorated outer cartons.

WMNC Expo 2022

World Mithai-Namkeen Convention & Expo 2022 (WMNC-2022) which is being held in Chandigarh from December 19-21, is expected to host over 300+ exhibitors and draw 25000+ visitors and delegates from across the country & overseas.

WMNC is the singular event where one can find all solutions related to the mithai & namkeen industry under one roof. From packaging automation machinery to packing materials, raw materials for ingredients, WMNC-2022 is the hottest place to go this year.

WMNC 2022 is a unique show for the entire traditional sweets and namkeen industry. It represents the Indian sweets & snacks Industry which is worth Rs 100,000 crore. WMNC 2022 will host seminars & workshops and conclude with an award ceremony for different categories.

Mithai & Namkeen Segment

Mithai & namkeen segment is at the nascent stage of branding and its true potential is yet to be explored. Mithai & namkeen manufacturers are slowly but surely realizing the need for better quality packaging that protects their products and offers protection during transportation (secondary packing).

Even smaller mithai-walas with local clientele are considering modern snack packaging machines to ensure the hygiene and shelf-life of their products. As the preference of consumers is shifting from the unorganized sector to the organized, brand and quality consciousness has shot up tremendously.

Accordingly, brands need to focus on ensuring that their primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging authentically reflects the quality of their mithai and namkeen products.

This is more applicable to the food sector, where buying decisions are often impulse based. Food processing giants like ITC and Parle are already giving foreign companies like Pepsi Foods intense competition.

Nichrome’s MAP for Mithai & Namkeen

Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) is a widely used technique for food preservation. MAP in tray sealing machines is gaining popularity as a method of preserving freshness and lengthening shelf life of fresh foods, fruits, vegetables, meat, and dairy products.

It is the preferred manner of preventing spoilage and extending the shelf life of mithai and namkeen products. MAP also helps shops sell Indian mithai and namkeen in stores located on highways where travellers stop for refreshments, and a multitude of other places within cities.

Nichrome’s MAP and food tray packaging solutions are products to reckon with. They are deemed ideal for tray sealing and packaging mithai and namkeen products.

Nichrome’s MAP food tray sealing packaging machine uses technology from Tecnovac, Italy and is the ideal choice for food tray and mithai and namkeen packaging.

This machine can seal, pack in a protective atmosphere (vacuum and gas) orwith “skin effect”. Due to its strong stainless-steel structure and easy maintenance, it is ideal packaging for SME use.

For marketers of cut fruits & vegetables, meat & fish, namkeen & sweets and even ready-to-eat meals like biryani, Nichrome’s MAP tech ensures that products are hygienic till they reach the consumer’s table.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a thali packing machine, tray sealing machine, container sealing machine, nitrogen packing machine, or a food tray sealing machine with MAP technology – a.k.a controlled atmosphere packaging – for your fresh food and mithai and namkeen business, Nichrome is the ideal choice.

Nichrome India is the final word in packaging machines, automatic filling machine manufacturers, filling and sealing machine manufacturers and providers of integrated packaging solutions.

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Nichrome is a proven manufacturer of namkeen packing machines, potato chips packing machines, and other snack packaging machines. It also offers packaging solutions India for packaging Indian mithai, and has partnered to improve shelf life and retail prospects for many mithai and namkeen manufacturers.

About the snack market in India

In the ‘new normal’ India, lifestyles and eating habits have undergone a change. India has always had a traditional snacking culture but of late, with people working from home, the habit of munching while working has increased demand for packaged snacks significantly.

Virtual games nights, online streaming and binge-watching movies at home on OTT platforms has become the new normal – a phenomenon that has further pushed up consumption of snacks. The ongoing pandemic has also raised concerns of health safety, further driving preference for snacks in protected packs that have had minimum handling. Due to this rising demand, there has been an improvement in the manufacturing, processing, distribution and marketing process of snack foods.   

An article in Business World opines: ‘The snacking and confectionary industry is all set to expand at a CAGR of 11.5% by the financial year 2023 and is likely to reach a value of Rs. 15,971.9 billion. Growing FDI and collaborations in the industry signal a rise in the snacking items that are being offered by domestic companies and global MNCs. The numbers indicate that the segment possesses a huge growth potential and will add immensely to the development of the Indian economy.’

Nichrome solutions for snack & mithai packaging

At WMNC 2021, Nichrome is showcasing a variety of automated packaging machines and packaging systems for the snacks and food industry. From primary packaging machines to secondary packaging and end-of-line systems, Nichrome offers single-source expertise – and convenience – for snack and mithai manufacturers.

Some of the solutions on display include:

Sprint 250 Alpha Multi-Head Weigher: Sprint 250 Plus is an automated snack packing machine with CE marked PLC and touch screen HMI. Its servo motor driven sealing system can effectively seal with pressure levels maintained. It is programmed to pull the exact length of film required for CSPP or gusset pouches, and even offers a perforation system to deliver a chain of small pouches.

For pouch quantities up to 2 Kgs, Nichrome’s Sprint 250 Alpha offers speed, accuracy and efficiency for flexible packaging of a wide variety of snacks, namkeens, seeds, dry fruits, soya chunks, whole spices and other free-flow non-uniform products.

Wing 200 Multi-Head Weigher: This is Nichrome’s exclusive packaging solution for startups and small-medium enterprises. It offers all the superior expertise and reliability of Nichrome, in a compact, affordable format – designed to fit more modest space, budget and performance expectations.

Wing 200 E-Line packs chips and other snacks in CSPP packs (and chain of pouches) at a maximum speed of 80 pouches per minute. Applications include snacks, Indian namkeen, puffed snacks, chips, kurkure, dry fruits, soya chunks, candies, seeds, whole spices, grains, pulses and sugar.

Athena Tray Sealing Machine: Athena thermoforming tray seal machine from Tecnovac, Italy, is capable of packaging food in modified atmosphere, any combination of compatible trays and top film studied for packaging chopped vegetables & fruits, raw& processed meats, fish, frozen food, Indian mithai, namkeens, and ready-to-eat meals such as biryani.

Using pre-formed trays, Athena is able to seal, pack in a protective atmosphere (vacuum + gas) or with ‘skin effect’ all types of trays or jars. Due to its strong stainless-steel structure and easy maintenance, Athena is ideal for use in small and medium sized companies. With these features and its output speed of up to 60 trays per minute, Athena should find easy acceptance among India’s ready-to-eat food manufacturers.

Also from Tecnovac, Nichrome presents Olympia Pro and Olympia VG, semi-automatic tray sealing machine, ideal for packaging mithai, ready-to-eat foods and snacks.

Flexiwrap / ST 700: This end-of-line packaging system is a great way to increase speed and improve output of your packaging line. Human error and accidents are avoided as the Flexiwrap machine efficiently collates, folds, and overwraps single or chain pouches with speed.

Conclusion

Do visit Nichrome’s stall at WMNC 2021 or contact Nichrome directly with your mithai and namkeen packaging requirements. Nichrome has a wide range of solutions for different applications, pouch formats, and price points. Nichrome’s automated food packaging machines have HACCP and GMP compatible construction, offer quick and easy tool-less changeover. and can be easily integrated to upstream or downstream machines/systems. With their experienced R&D and manufacturing capabilities, Nichrome can even customise solutions for specific needs.

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However, snack food manufacturers have a few basic challenges when packaging their products:

1. Fragility of product
Snack foods tends to be fragile with light density. They also tend to be of irregular shape and size. This makes it difficult to package the products quickly without damage.

2. Freshness of product
Freshness and crispiness are crucial for sale of snacks. Chips that have gone soft or fried namkeen that smells rancid are sure to damage the maker’s reputation and market.

3. Range of products
Most snack manufacturers produce a variety of snacks, and it is not always possible to invest in, for example, a namkeen packaging machine and a potato chips packaging machine. Especially for smaller enterprises, such capital expenditure is not feasible.

NICHROME’S SNACK PACKAGING SOLUTION

Nichrome is the snacks packaging machine manufacturer, focused on providing high quality packaging solutions ensuring that the freshness and quality of food products is maintained in the packaging. Nichrome’s automatic packaging machine provide packaging solutions for a wide range of snack and namkeen products with dedicated design solutions for snack and namkeen food packaging.

A star of the Nichrome namkeen packing machine range is undoubtedly the Excel Vertipack 320.With its high-speed performance, sturdy design, online check weigher & metal detector, compatibility with multiple fillers, and a host of other features, this namkeen packaging machine assures you robust performance with unmatched versatility.

Excel Vertipack 320is India’s first vertical pouch packaging machine, designed to answer all the challenges of snack packing with its features and state-of-the-art technology.

Vertical form fill seal system

Excel Vertipack 320 is a VFFS machine which occupies less floor space and ensures faster filling and sealing. Speed helps to preserve the freshness of the product.

Air/Vacuum packing

Excel Vertipack 320 packs in air-filled pillow pouches that provide protection for the fragile snack product. The modified atmosphere inside the standee pouch also provides chemical resistance against bacteria growth to preserve freshness of the product for longer, thereby enhancing shelf life.

Compatibility with multiple fillers

Excel Vertipack 320 is compatible with the servo auger filler, multi-head weigher, combifiller, cup filler and electronic weigh filler so it can pack a variety of products. From snacks and namkeens to dry fruit and pasta, sugar and grains to pulses, confectionaries to powdery products -Excel Vertipack handles them all with ease and accuracy.

Flexibility

Vertipack 320 also offers flexibility to handle different package lengths, film types, bag styles and fillers for diverse products. It can handle varied products and deliver a range of pouch formats. All with PLC-controlled ease and fast changeover. This makes Excel Vertipack 320 a truly versatile pouch packaging machine.

WHY CHOOSE NICHROME

For packaging solutions India, Nichrome should be your go-to partner. Nichrome is India’s leading provider of integrated packaging solutions, offering a wide and proven range of automatic packaging machines, filling systems and complete packaging systems. Nichrome’s dedication to the snacks industry goes back decades and they have consistently developed solutions for specific needs. The current range includes Snackpack, Excel 400 Plus Multi-Head Weigher, Sprint 250 Plus Multi-Head Weigher, besides the Excel Vertipack 320.

Nichrome has innovated the Wing 200 E-Line specifically for startups and SMEs. It delivers all the superior technology and performance of a Nichrome namkeen packaging solution in a compact, more affordable format.

Talk to Nichrome for your namkeen packaging machine requirements today.

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Automatic packaging machines are expensive capital investments; so naturally, you want maximum return on your investment. You expect high performance and long service life. Besides, packaging downtime is an inconvenient and costly situation that no enterprise can afford.

Whether it is a horizontal packaging machine or vertical-form-fill-seal machine, liquid filling machine or powder packaging machine, pharmaceutical packaging machine or food packaging machine – if you want to maximise performance and longevity of your packaging line, here is a checklist of practices to adhere to.

Follow a preventive maintenance schedule

Preventive maintenance is the number one recommendation for long service life of your packaging machine. A packaging machine must be regularly and periodically serviced to ensure optimal OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).

Create and maintain a preventive maintenance schedule that is conducted by qualified personnel on a pre-set basis. The tasks may be on a monthly, quarterly or even annual basis but it is imperative to adhere to the schedule.

Preventive maintenance includes activities such as checking and replacing wear components, lubricating machinery, etc. This helps prevent both minor problems and major disasters before they occur. You can plan downtime and arrange necessary materials, rather than be caught off guard.

Leading packaging machine manufacturers in India, Nichrome, provides annual maintenance contracts with regular onsite visits tailored for your individual business and packaging line needs.

Track line efficiencies

Measuring and tracking the throughput during optimum uptime helps to pinpoint slow spots in the packaging line that are unable to manage the product as efficiently as other parts. This can help you detect potential bottlenecks before they arise.

Maintain an autonomous maintenance checklist

Compile a checklist of tasks and schedules for inspections, cleaning and lubrication as required by your packaging machine, which can be done by the operators. After all, the operator is at his machine consistently and will be the first to notice if something changes – such as noise, speed, unusual motion, etc. He can raise the flag long before a scheduled maintenance visit.

Make sure the maintenance tasks are assigned, scheduled and done, and signed off by a supervisor.

Be prepared for replacements and spare parts

When you buy your packaging machine, ask for a recommended spare parts list, and keep a minimum supply of these on your premises. Make the list of parts in stock easily accessible to the maintenance teams. A reliable OEM will have these spare parts as inventory so they can be delivered immediately when required, but waiting even for a single day can mean extremely costly downtime.

Plan and budget for upgrades

To combat obsolescence and expensive breakdowns, you must regularly review the production statistics, projected lifespan of the machine, its hardware and software. Components such as PLC, servo drive and other electronics require replacement; software require upgrades.

Keep in touch with your packaging machine manufacturer to learn of recommended upgrades or if your particular model of equipment is being phased out. Whether you budget for partial upgrades or complete replacement, it’s better to be prepared with a proactive plan and budget.

Get the OEM who is responsive and supportive

Before purchasing your namkeen packaging machine, milk packaging machine or oil filling machine, check if the automatic filling machine manufacturer is responsive and can provide prompt support to your site. Now with the pandemic, the vendor should also offer remote service capabilities for remote trouble-shooting.

It is also important that the manufacturer provides installation, commissioning and training service. Partnering with an industry-leading packaging machine manufacturer like Nichrome makes sound business sense. Nichrome will ensure you get the most cost-efficient, high quality equipment for your application, and the kind of service and support you need to keep your packaging operations running smoothly.

Conclusion

To sum up, a sound, well-planned maintenance strategy will help packaging line owners to avoid unplanned, costly repairs, maximise equipment availability, optimise machine performance and increase the ability to predict production and maintenance budgets.

The secret is to be proactive rather than reactive to keep your packaging machinery in good condition, ensure productivity and profitability of your packaging operations. A packaging partner like Nichrome can make all the difference. Nichrome is the pioneer and leading provider of integrated packaging solutions India. Liquid filling machine, tea packaging machine, spice packaging machine, shampoo packing machine, coffee packaging machine, cosmetic packaging machine – you name the application, Nichrome has a high-speed, high-performance solution for it. Nichrome’s expertise extends to Food, Pharma and non-food sectors, and every automatic packaging machine from Nichrome is backed by the company’s decades of experience, strong R&D, state-of-art manufacturing, and reliable nation-wide service.

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Especially if your business deals with fresh, food products, it is essential that the product is weighed efficientlywhile moving at great speed, and filled competently, without waste.

Multi head weigher delivers two main advantages: speed and accuracy. So if you’re looking for an efficient tea packaging machine or coffee packaging machine, namkeen packing machine or any powder packaging machine, a multi head weigher packing machine makes good business sense.

In fact, this machine works well even for products such as sugar, grains, spices, pasta, dog food, etc., which are often considered difficult to weigh efficiently or tend to get stuck within the equipment.

How does a multi head weigher packing machine work?

Basically, a multi head weigher packing machine takes bulk product and weighs it into smaller increments according tothe weight programmed into its software. The bulk product is fed into the scale through the infeed funnel on top. The top cone and feed pans vibrate and gently move the product towards the weigh buckets around the edge of the scale which are constantly weighing the product they contain.

To reach the target weight, the software chooses the sum of a combination of buckets which add up to the correct amount.

Standard multi-head weighers range from 10 to 24 heads. The more weighing heads a system has, higher the possible speeds and greater the accuracy.

Multi head weigher packing machine from Nichrome

Nichrome’s Excel 400 Plus Multi Head Weigher is a preferred choice for packaging snacks such as potato chips, kurkure, namkeen. This vertical form fill seal machine is also used for packing pasta, nuts, dry fruits, seeds, soya chunks, breakfast cereals, whole spices, etc.

Excel 400 packs CSPP, Gusset and Pentaseal pouches of up to 10 kgs weight at speeds that go up to 80 packs per minute.

The best thing about Excel 400 is its versatility. Just change the filler, and it can be used for packing grains and powders too.

Why buy from Nichrome?

Buying a fixed asset like this is an expensive, one-time investment. Of course, you will consider several things such asthe machine’s weight, size, cost, process, construction, etc. Finding a reliable supplier is crucial.

Meeting Nichrome is a good idea. Nichrome is India’s leading packaging machine manufacturer and provider of innovative packaging solutions. As a trusted automatic filling machine manufacturer for over four decades, Nichrome’s packaging solutions India such as oil filling machines, milk packaging machines, spice packaging machine, liquid filling machines, pharmaceutical packaging machines, shampoo packing machines, etc. are all helping enterprises to access packaging efficiency and profitability with their advanced technology and durable performance.

Some important reasons to trust Nichrome:

Durability: Obviously, you want your big investment to work efficiently for years.Nichrome’s technology and manufacturing is proven; their track record for long service life is excellent.

Operating manuals and training: During purchase, Nichrome provides proper manuals and training for your staff to help them understand the technology and working of your multi head system.

Spare parts: Multi head filling machines are made up of countless small mechanical and electronic components. These parts may need replacement. Nichrome assures availability of genuine and accurate spares – to spare you lengthy downtime and ensure machine efficiency.

Maintenance and service: Periodic maintenance and servicing is essential to keep your automatic packaging machine in top working condition. Nichrome has an efficient Service network and offers professional AMCs to help you avoid breakdowns, get the best from your machine. Buying a multi head filling machine from a reliable, proven manufacturer such as Nichrome would ensure you get the latest technology, world-class quality and return-on-investment you seek. What’s more, Nichrome stays committed to your business’ efficiency, and is always available with service, spares and support to ensure you never have to face system slowdown or process downtime.

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Flexible packaging now accounts for close to 40% of global packages, according to the Flexible Packaging Assessment Report from PMMI Business Intelligence, part of PMMI. Within flexible packaging, food remains the largest industry by end-use, with biscuits/snack bars and sweet and savoury snacks combining to represent the largest growth segment among areas exceeding industry growth rates. This aligns with consumers’ increasing awareness of the health benefits of snacks such as nuts, dried fruits and nutritional bars.

CPG companies recognize that food, in general, is experiencing a higher increase in production and sales using flexible packaging, and is moving many in the snack food sector to embrace this format. The industry is now gearing toward on-the-go packaging, user convenience, smaller pack sizes and easy-to-open and resealability features.

According to the report, the use of bags and pouches is increasing because of the lower cost, shelf-life extension and product visibility. Adding modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) can extend shelf life even more. Coupling the advances of MAP and high-performance films give CPGs flexible packaging products with excellent mechanical strength and chemical resistance against bacteria growth.

NICHROME’S EXCEL VERTIPACK 320

If you’re considering a flexible snack packaging machine for your snacks manufacturing industry, we suggest Nichrome’s Excel Vertipack 320 – India’s first vertical pouch snack packing machine!

Yet another versatile innovation from Nichrome, Excel Vertipack 320 is the ideal potato chips packing machine, and has been developed for packaging other food products such as dry fruits, Indian namkeen, pasta, grains, sugar, confectionaries, etc. in a variety of pouches.

With its high-speed performance, sturdy design, online check weigher & metal detector, compatibility with multiple fillers, and a host of other features, this namkeen packaging machine assures you robust performance with unmatched versatility.

Main features:

• Produces standee pouches with or without zipper
• Flexibility to pack products in variety of pouch formats in short changeover
• Produces pouches of one side/both side heat sealable packing material
• Sturdy & versatile design
• Pneumatically operated horizontal & vertical sealing system
• Servo motor driven belt draw-off for paper pulling
• Built in safety door guards with machine off interlock
• Use of AC geared motor with VFD for paper & zip unwind
• Optimized paper path
• Aesthetically improved machine ensuring safety
• Less operational cost due to reduced space, manpower & energy consumption
• Pouch formats include: standee pouch, centre seal pillow pouch, gusset pouch with D cut, gusset pouch, 3 side seal pouch, Penta Seal pouch, Quad Seal pouch

Applications:

Excel Vertipack 320 is compatible with different fillers and efficiently packs Dry Fruits, Pasta, Snacks, Confectionaries, Indian Namkeens, Grains, Pulses, Sugar, Powdery Products, etc.

WHY CHOOSE VERTIPACK 320?

Buying a VFFS packaging machine can be an expensive proposition so it’s important you select one that delivers optimum return on investment. Here are four basic criteria to consider when selecting your automatic snack packaging machine, and how Vertipack 320 fulfils each one.

Flexibility: Customers demand flexibility. They want maximum variety out of the least amount of equipment and investment. Vertipack 320 offers flexibility to handle different package lengths, film types, bag styles and fillers for diverse products. It can handle varied products and deliver a range of pouch formats. All with PLC-controlled ease and fast changeover.

Speed: Speed of packaging has a direct impact on plant productivity, and freshness of the packaged food product. Vertipack 320 offers a bagger speed of 45-55 pouches per minute, depending on the size and type of pouch.

Changeover: Nichrome’s packaging solutions are designed for versatility, so easy and fast changeover is a key feature. Users can switch filling systems and products conveniently with just a few touches of a screen or keypad to alter the program that governs the in-feed volume and scales’ opening and closing. Cleaning can also be done quickly and easily.

Service: Nichrome is the snacks packaging machine manufacturer who promises a proven and prompt service network across India, so customers need not worry about regular maintenance, repairs or spares. Nichrome ensures that their installed packaging machines work with maximum efficiency and reliability for years. Nichrome is India’s leading provider of integrated packaging solutions, offering a wide and proven range of automatic packaging machines, filling systems and complete packaging systems. Nichrome’s dedication to the snacks industry goes back decades and they have consistently developed solutions

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Flexible packaging accounts for 19 percent of the overall packaging market and is expected to grow at a rate of 3.9 percent CAGR by 2023, according to the 2019 Flexible Packaging Marketing Assessment by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. Convenient packaging, excellent barrier properties, sustainable materials and growing customer base for fast-moving consumer products and consumer durables in emerging countries are driving this expansion.

Especially for food manufacturers and even pharmaceutical and cosmetic product manufacturers, flexible packaging is emerging as the preferred choice. Here are some of the reasons why:

• Convenient – fulfils consumer demand for portability
• Cost-efficient – low cost per package
• Lightweight – low storage & distribution costs
• Safer distribution – less risk of breakage and injury
• Eco friendly – small carbon footprint
• Customisable – can be moulded into varieties of shapes & sizes
• Brand building – more surface for graphics & messaging; scope for creative concepts

AUTOMATIC FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MACHINES

Automatic flexible packaging machines can be divided into 2 broad categories:

Form-Fill-Seal: FFS machines are the most widely used flexible packaging type. As the name suggest, the machine forms bags, fills them with the product, and seals the filled bag. Some FFS machines work vertically(vertical-form-fill-seal or VFFS) and some perform the process horizontally (horizontal-form-fill-seal or HFFS). VFFS are the more popular type as they occupy limited floor space and usually cost less than HFFS machines.

For industries that need to package their products (e.g. condiments, drink mixes, sugar, etc.) in small packets, multi lane machines are extremely popular. Used popularly as sugar sachet packaging machine or ketchup packaging machine, these form-fill-seal machines create multiple packages via multiple channels simultaneously.

Fill-Seal:These machines are growing in demand. The machine fills pre-made pouches with product and then seals the pouches shut.Some of these premade pouch filling machines operate in a rotary fashion and others in a straight line. Rotary machines offer better ergonomics for operators, and occupy less floor space.

NICHROME EXPERTISE IN FLEXIBLE PACKAGING

Nichrome is a leading name in packaging solutions India. A pioneer of flexible packaging in1977, Nichrome today has built up the expertise, experience and product range to serve the widest range of flexible packaging needs in food, pharma and other industries.

Whether you are looking for a namkeen packaging machine or automatic sugar filling machine; salt packaging machine or shampoo packaging machine; cosmetic packaging machine or powder filling machine, grain packaging machine or milk filling machine– Nichrome has a solution for you.

POUCH FORMATS IN FLEXIBLE PACKAGING

Nichrome’s flexible packaging machines can accommodate a variety of pouch formats. Some of the main ones include:

THREE SIDE SEAL BAGS are flat pouches sealed on three sides.

CENTRE SEAL PILLOW PACKS comprise of two flat panels sealed together on the top and bottom with a vertical seal down the back. This bag type is popular for value-brands, chips, single-serving snacks, milk, and fractional packs of coffee.

DOYPACKS are stand-up pouches with an oval-shaped base. This bag type is growing in popularity for premium products in many industries, including snacks, dry fruits, coffee, and powder supplements.

QUAD SEAL BAGS have a rectangular bottom and can stand unassisted. This bag type has two side gussets and two panels joined together with four vertical seals, providing a more structured bag and modular look. This bag type is popular for premium coffee brands.

FLAT BOTTOM BAGS are similar to quad seal bags, featuring two gussets, but only have a single vertical seal. This bag type is popular for coffee and pet food.

GUSSETED BAGS are similar to pillow packs but have side gussets, offering more internal space.

SACHETS are small, flat 4-side sealed packets, often used for single-serving condiments and spices.

STICK PACKS are very narrow pillow bags, used for single-serving powders and liquids.

CONCLUSION

Over four decades in the business, Nichrome has proved itself as one of the most capable and competitive packaging machine manufacturers in India. Nichrome flexible packaging solutions are marked by speed, accuracy and durability. They incorporate advanced technology and state-of-the-art features at a competitive price. Nichrome’s plus point is its capabilities for customisation. Nichrome studies the client’s product and packaging requirements in detail, then customises a solution that delivers the best ROI and business outcomes.

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The India snacks market is predicted to grow with double digit CAGR during 2018 to 2024. The market is dived between organized players and unorganized sector. Currently, while the unorganized market is dominating the India snacks market, there is ample evidence that the organised or branded sector is growing rapidly amidst increasing concerns about hygiene, purity and shelf life.

When it comes to snack packaging solutions, Nichrome delivers compelling advantages so it’s always a happy experience for customers working with Nichrome.

Range

Potato chips packing machine or namkeen packaging machine, Nichrome is the automatic filling machine manufacturer who offers a wide range of snack packing machines for the diverse Indian market. From small single-serve packs to large bulk packs, VFFS technology to HFFS technology, traditional CSPP pouches to more modern standup pouches with reusable seals – Nichrome has a solution for every need.

Nichrome’s offerings include:

Wing 200 E-line Snack Pack
Exclusive packaging solution for startups and small-medium enterprises

Excel Vertipack 320
India’s first vertical pouch packaging machine with special features

Snackpack
For a variety of snacks and pouch formats, with tool-less changeover

Excel 400 plus multi-head weigher
PLC-controlled efficiency for up to 10 Kg pouches at 80 bags per min.

Sprint 250 plus multi-head weigher
Speed, accuracy and efficiency for pouch quantities up to 2 kgs

PV 215 Multilane
Efficient sealing and bagger speed up to 1000 pouches per min.

Durability

Nichrome knows that packaging machines are expensive capital investments, so every Nichrome snack packaging machine is designed and built for long and trouble-free service life. Maintenance is easy and economical; regular maintenance maximises lifespan.

Nichrome’s packaging solutions are also designed to be future-proof with upgrades and integration with other systems easily done. Most of Nichrome’s machines are created versatile, so functionality can be expanded by simply adding new filling systems.

Versatility

Nichrome’s snack packing machines are designed for a full range of snacks such as Potato Chips, Puffed Snacks, Kurkure, Indian Namkeen, Dry Fruits, Nuts.

However, they work just as well for other food products such as Wrapped Candies, Macaroni, Biscuits, Pasta, Breakfast Cereals, Macroni, Soya Chunks, or even Grains, Pulses, Sugar and powdery products.

Service

Any supplier or snack packing machine manufacturer can deliver a competent machine, but Nichrome understands that it takes a lot more to satisfy today’s demanding customer.

So Nichrome takes the ‘complete lifecyle’ approach, partnering with the customer right from understanding individual business and application criteria, and then custom-designing and implementing packaging solutions based on those unique requirements. The final solution is put through exhaustive testing and stringent QC before it leaves the Nichrome factory.

At the customer’s facility, Nichrome ensures expert installation and commissioning so the machine works with 100% efficiency. Nichrome even trains the customer’s machine operators and later, provides prompt and dependable service support.

Conclusion

So if you are a snacks manufacturer looking to automate your packaging process, or planning to upgrade your existing set-up, talk to Nichrome. They have 4 decades of experience and expertise in the packaging machine industry, and today, are reputed as a leading provider of integrated packaging solutions. With strong R&D, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a positive ‘can do’ attitude, Nichrome develops and delivers the best, most relevant and cost-effective automated packaging solution for diverse products across Food, Pharma and other industries.

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