GIC launches 2020 models for delicate produce

GIC is introducing the 2020 versions of two machines designed to meet the needs to food manufacturers and processors dealing with delicate crops.

With significant consumer demand for sweet potatoes, the specialist machines have a completely redesigned tilting backplate. By positioning the backplate at an angle, the crop slides smoothly into the packaging rather than being dropped.

The designer and manufacturer of vertical form fill and seal packaging machinery said the new design has been extensively tested and proven in the field.

“We developed the GIC2100A and 4100A in response following a request from one particular,” says Andy Beal, managing Ddrector at GIC. “However, with Sweet Potatoes becoming increasingly popular and a need to look after other delicate produce such as blueberries, cherries, small tomatoes, cranberries and other fruit, we think many other companies will be interested in these two models.

“We’ve also incorporated Ceetak’s QPH and TOSS technology into the GIC2100A and 4100A which will increase their appeal even more!”

Tests by Ceetak have shown that QPH sealing technology, which ensures a high integrity, completely fused hermetic seal, can produce up to a 10% reduction in film usage and up to 25% reduction in film gauge along with minimal cleaning and maintenance.

Integrating QPH sealing technology allows full calibration, control and diagnostics of the system via the GIC touchscreen.

A further benefit to GIC machine users is that the company’s machines can now feature interchangeable jaws, allowing traditional heat seal methods or Ceetak’s high integrity QPH sealing technology to be fitted or removed quickly.