Complete Flour Packaging Lines: MF TECNO Solutions

Packaging flour is a complex operation. Anyone working in the milling sector knows full well that it means handling a raw material with very specific characteristics and quirks.

The volatility of the powders, the strict hygiene standards, the need to preserve the organoleptic properties and the precision required in dosing are daily challenges.

In a global market now dominated by ever-shrinking profit margins, packaging efficiency is no longer just a goal but a matter of competitiveness and business survival.

Optimising this process cannot be the result of bolting together disconnected components, much less of buying rigid, off-the-shelf systems.

Only by relying on a single turnkey plant manufacturer is it possible to develop a customisable and modular solution.

One capable of fitting perfectly within your existing structure and spaces, rather than the other way round.

This tailored, evolutionary approach is the only one able to eliminate bottlenecks, reduce waste and guarantee complete operational continuity.

From dosing through to the pallet ready for dispatch, protecting margins and ensuring a swift, secure return on investment, with a single dedicated partner.

MF Tecno turnkey solutions

At MF Tecno, a brand of the Massini Industries group, we specialise in the design and manufacture of complete plants for flour packaging.

Integrated solutions, built entirely in our own facilities, covering everything from storage and conveying through to packaging and palletising.

The packaging solutions available cover both reel-fed packs and pre-formed bags, in small as well as medium-to-large sizes.

Among these are:

• SBS 2000
• IABA 600 F
• MF 52
• Valve bag fillers

Alongside the primary packaging solutions, there are also shrink-wrappers and Cartesian palletisers to complete the line.

In particular, the most suitable palletising models include:

• MF TECNO horizontal and vertical shrink-wrappers
• PCA SMART palletiser
• 700 TWIN palletiser

SBS 2000: the solution for small square-bottom formats

The MF TECNO SBS 2000 is the automatic bag filler of choice for mills looking for premium aesthetics combined with industrial reliability. It is the perfect answer for the retail segment and for small formats, from 500 grams to 5 kg.

Designed for gusseted, double square-bottom paper bags, the machine is built entirely from stainless steel, meeting the strictest hygienic design standards. The structure isolates the drive system from the filling area.

In this way the mechanical components are protected from dust, while the exposed parts remain easy to access and clean with compressed air or vacuum extraction.

Performance and efficiency

• High output: reaches 2,000 bags/hour.
• Maximum stability: the indexed motion driven by brushless motors protects the bag at every stage.
• High performance: OEE efficiency exceeds 85%. The credit goes to the rapid format changeover and the touch-screen panel with advanced self-diagnostics.
• Tailored flexibility and safety: the SBS 2000 stands out for its versatility. It is compatible with both multi-head weighers and vertical screw dosers. Its modular design allows product protection to be extended, and the entire plant is highly customisable.

Finally, thanks to its stainless steel construction and MF TECNO's design flexibility, the machine can be built fully in line with ATEX regulations, so it can operate in complete safety even in environments with a risk of explosive atmospheres.

IABA 600 F: the solution for medium-to-large formats

This model is instead designed for the production of pre-formed bags in medium-to-large sizes, from 5 to 50 kg.

The exposed parts remain easy to access and clean with compressed air or vacuum extraction.

Available in stainless steel, it is fitted with a de-aeration system and compacting devices. These are useful in eliminating and preventing cross-contamination.

Compatible with various closure systems, it offers a fast format changeover.

It can be integrated with metal detectors as well as with dedicated check-weighing systems.

MF 52: the solution for small reel-fed formats

This vertical packaging machine for small formats up to 5 kg offers outstanding flexibility, speed and precision.

It can run square-bottom and gusseted packs with outputs of up to 4,800 bags/hour in its Speedy version.

Characterised by extreme accuracy of sealing and by an extremely compact, stable design, it can be easily integrated with secondary packaging solutions.

Valve bag filler models

Alongside the models mentioned above, our Research & Development department has over time also developed valve bag filler models.

Designed to combine industrial reliability with the strictest hygienic design standards, the machines feature a robust stainless steel structure.

The filling technology is based on high-performance feeding systems assisted by air fluidisation devices.

This ensures a constant, compact flow of flour, the elimination of air and excellent dosing accuracy.

The machine's design flexibility allows for perfect modularity: format changeover is quick and intuitive, making it easier to switch between different bag sizes.

The entire plant is highly customisable and can be equipped with check-weighing systems and metal detectors.

MF TECNO horizontal and vertical shrink-wrappers

The continuous-motion shrink-wrappers in this range are the ideal choice for wrapping flour bags in shrink film, producing bundles that are robust, compact and perfectly sealed.

Thanks to the modular nature of the system, the flour packs arriving on the conveyor are handled with maximum efficiency.

The precision of the sealing bar and the accurate temperature control ensure complete protection of the product from external contaminants.

This way mills and flour producers are offered an end-of-line solution that is straightforward and reliable.

PCA SMART palletiser

The MF PCA SMART robotic palletiser is the ideal choice for handling loads of up to 50 kg and outputs of up to 500 cycles/hour.

It combines reliability, speed, versatility and excellent value for money.

It is also available in the PCA SMART PRO version, which reaches outputs of up to 800 cycles/hour.

A model that delivers, alongside the advantages of the standard version, greater productivity.

Particularly suited to working in confined spaces and demanding environments thanks to its compact build and reduced footprint.

Its standard height is in fact just under 3 metres, while the finished pallet can reach 1,800 mm (including the base pallet).

This palletising robot can handle different types of product, such as bags, cartons, cases and bundles.

A range of different gripping systems is also available, such as fork-type, vacuum or clamp heads for cartons.

Double-station palletiser

The MF PCA 700 Twin palletiser is the ideal choice for those looking for high throughput and operational autonomy.

It is in fact designed for handling medium-to-high outputs, up to 700 cycles/hour.

Compared with the standard version, the Twin variant is distinguished by its twin palletising stations.

This makes it possible to work without any interruption.

Once the pallet on the first station is complete, work automatically begins on the second palletising station. This eliminates any downtime and improves overall productivity.

The completed pallet can therefore be removed without having to halt the production cycle.

Its modular structure allows for multiple assembly configurations, adaptability to different working environments and integration with existing systems.

FAQ – Complete systems and bespoke solutions for MF TECNO customers

Can your palletisers be integrated into restricted or existing workspaces?

Yes. The entire palletiser range features a modular structure that allows for multiple assembly configurations, fitting seamlessly into existing layouts and systems.

Modularity and compactness are among the strengths of our end-of-line solutions. For example, our MF PCA SMART robotic palletiser is specifically designed to operate in confined spaces, so it can easily be integrated into existing applications.

How do you address the issues of flour dustiness and machine cleaning?

Dust management is one of the main challenges in the milling sector. For this reason our models, such as the SBS 2000, are designed to fully isolate the drive system and the mechanical components from the filling area.

Built entirely from stainless steel to meet the strictest hygiene standards, the machines feature exposed parts that are easy to access and clean with compressed air or vacuum extraction, as well as de-aeration and compacting systems that prevent cross-contamination.

What types of bags and formats can your flour plants handle?

Our solutions cover the entire range of market requirements, from small formats for the retail sector through to industrial bags.

Specifically, we pack small formats from 500 g to 5 kg, starting from either reel film or pre-formed square-bottom bags, and medium-to-large formats from 5 to 50 kg (such as pre-formed or valve bags).

In addition, our systems handle different closure types, including pinch-top and gusseted systems.