OPTX™ WTS

WRAPAROUND CASES & TRAYS
HIGH-SPEED
SHRINK WRAPPING
HORIZONTAL, DIRECT LOAD
OPTX WTS SHRINK PACKER

One-Stop-Shop Case & Tray Shrink Packer

The OPTX WTS combines capabilities from the OPTX WA/WT and the OPTX S systems, offering the optimal blend of case packing, tray packing, and downstream shrink wrapping. It runs bottles, cans, cartons, and bundles with continuous motion while reduced parts and open access simplify operation and maintenance. With durable design and reliable performance, the OPTX WTS is our most complete all-in-one shrink wrap system.

20 min
to heat to 360°F in shrink tunnel
70–80
cycles per minute
5 min
changeover

(dependent on extent)

OPTX WTS Pack Patterns

Pack cans, bottles, cartons, and bundles into cases, trays, and/or tray-shrink packages with continuous-motion, direct loading.

Sweet Tea Case

OPTX WTS Key Features

Consistent Compression & Sealing
  • Compression design provides long-life durability, adjustability and seal performance
  • Top panel control prevents drag-back and improves case squaring
Improved Accessibility
  • Open frame provides easy access to machine
  • Open access to registration bars and unobstructed lane guide adjustments for changeovers
Reduced Maintenance
  • Heavy duty double-pitch chain increases case compression chain life and durability
  • Simplified metering system eliminates chains and more
Film Delivery
  • Film roller design counteracts wrinkles and overlap
  • Combined single nip roller, vacuum belt, servo-driven film knife, and airflow optimize film tension, cutting, and delivery
Ergonomics
  • Side-mounted film stand enables easy film staging while machine is running
  • Automatic changeovers can reduce changeover time to less than 5 minutes
Heat Tunnel Technology
  • Gentle laminar air flow, adjustable air targeting, and balanced heat distribution ensure durability and visual appeal for every package
  • Optional electric- or gas-powered heat tunnel

XACT 360™ Heat Tunnel

  • Laminar air flow bonds the lap seal and reduces wrinkle-inducing turbulence
  • Automatically adjustable air knives inject air at targeted points of the package
  • Cooled air recycling reduces heater loads and minimizes heat loss
  • Tunnel’s outer shroud temp remains cool to the touch

Case, Tray & Shrink Capabilities

Choose the options that are right for you! The OPTX WTS features a range of product packaging methods:

  • Wraparound case forming, packing, and sealing
  • Wraparound tray forming and packing
  • Wraparound tray forming, packing, and shrink wrapping

OPTX WTS Specifications

Speed

Up to 80 packs per minute

Case Types

Wraparound cases and trays

Min. Case Size

6” (152 mm) x 5” (127 mm) x 5.75” (146 mm)*

Max Case Size

20” (508 mm) x 14” (356 mm) x 16” (406 mm)*

Max Case Blank Size

27“ x 54”

Min. Tray Size

5” (127 mm) x 3” (76 mm) x 9.25” (235 mm)*

Max Tray Size

13” (330 mm) x 14” (356 mm) x 22” (558 mm)*;
12” (305 mm) max vertical if shrink wrapping downstream

Min. Shrink Size

5″ (127 mm) x 3″ (76 mm) x 9.25″ (235 mm)*

Max Shrink Size

13″ (330 mm) x 12″ (305 mm) x 22″ (559 mm)*

Film Thickness

1.5 mil to 3.5 mil

Film Type

Printed or non-printed

Film Width

32″ (810 mm)

* Note: Measurements indicate Direction of Travel x Vertical x Across Machine

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Douglas stands behind our equipment with a 3-year limited component and limited lifetime frame warranty.

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