Machine Overview

i3 Tray Sealer overview and what is unique to this model.

1. Purpose

Use this section to understand the i3 Tray Sealer at a glance.

2. Scope

This content is specific to the i3.

3. What is shared vs machine-specific

• Common procedures: see Shared Manual.

• HMI navigation and typical operator flow: see 03 Operation.

• Machine-specific parameters (“machine settings”): see Machine Settings.

• i3-specific setup, options, and limits are documented here.

4. Options and variants

Common i3 options:

• Gas flush (MAP).

• Registered film.

• Printer integration.

• Upstream/downstream equipment integration.

• Remote support connection.

5. Key identifiers

• Model: i3 Tray Sealer

• Serial number: TBD

• HMI/software version: TBD

6. Machine summary

The i3 is an all-electric inline tray sealer designed for high-speed production.

It seals ready meal trays made from plastic, board, or foil (tooling dependent).

7. Description of operation (high level)

1. Trays are fed and spaced on the infeed conveyor.

2. Transfer arms move trays into the seal station.

3. Base tool lifts trays into position against the top tool and film.

4. Heat and pressure seal the film to the tray flange.

5. Film is cut to the tool perimeter.

6. Trays return to the outfeed conveyor.