Hot Water Shrink Tunnel for Vacuum Packaging

Perfect packaging finishing with Hot Water Shrink Technology

Shrink Tunnel with hot water shower for fully automatic packaging lines

Our Shrink Tunnels are the ideal complement to vacuum machines and Vacuum Chamber Belt Machines when it comes to attractive, hygienic and durable product packaging. The shrinking process is carried out using a hot water shower system, which evenly and gently wraps the film around the product. This not only achieves a perfect visual result, but also significantly improves product protection and shelf life.

Continuous processing ensures consistently high quality even with large production volumes, while products maintain their position – an advantage for downstream processes such as automatic robot handling or palletising. With individually adjustable belt speed and temperature control, the Shrink Tunnels can be flexibly adapted to different products and packaging requirements.

Advantages of our hot water shrink tunnels

Our Shrink Tunnels with hot water shower process deliver consistent, hygienic and efficient results for vacuum-packed food and non-food products. They combine simple operation with high process reliability.

What our technology offers you:

  • High efficiency in continuous operation: continuous throughput guarantees consistent packaging quality even with large production volumes.
  • Flexible adjustment: belt speed and temperature can be individually regulated according to product requirements.
  • ​​​​​​​Stable product position: the alignment remains unchanged from vacuuming to shrinking – ideal for automated further processing.
  • ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Hygienic stainless steel design: easy to clean thanks to hinged front door and removable conveyor unit, service-friendly in everyday use.
  • ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Energy-optimised: heat-insulated water tank, timer function for automatic heating and adjustable steam extraction for efficient operation.

Areas of application: Shrink tunnels for food & non-food items

Our Hot Water Shrink Tunnels are versatile and the perfect complement to vacuum machines and Vacuum Chamber Belt Machines. They ensure hygienic, durable and visually appealing packaging – both in the food industry and in the non-food sector. Continuous throughput and precise temperature control ensure consistent quality and product protection, even at high production volumes.

Typical areas of application:

  • Meat and meat products
  • Cheese and dairy products
  • Seafood
  • Vegetables and fruit
  • Ready meals
  • Desserts and chocolate
  • Baked goods
  • Industrial and medical products

Our Hot Water Shrink Tunnel in use

Hygienic food packaging with Vacuum Machines and Hot Water Shrink Tunnels

Vacuum packing meat products with Hot Water Shrink Tunnel and Chamber Belt Machine

Technical specifications for the Hot Water Shrink Tunnel

Our DEAPST2 shrink tunnels offer robust construction, high efficiency and flexible equipment. In addition to the standard version, various options are available to optimally adapt the machine to your production requirements.

Options & technical accessories:

  • Heating options: electric heating or steam heating
  • Selectable electric heating power: 40 kW or 50 kW
  • Selectable flow direction (left or right)
  • Remote access for easy control and monitoring
  • Free-standing outlet roller conveyor as collection and drip zone
  • Transport trolley for easy removal of the internal conveyor unit
  • Automatic descaling system

Standard equipment:

  • Fully automatic shower cycle with light barrier detection
  • Dry-run protection to protect the heating elements
  • Automatic fault detection with digital display
  • Adjustable steam extraction
Product range 1120 × 850 × 330 mm (W × D × H)
Max. product weight 60 kg
Machine dimensions 1200 × 1385 × 1510 mm
Weight 480 kg
Heating electric or steam
Cycle continuous operation
Electrical connection 400 V / 3 / 50 Hz, 42.3 / 52.3 kW
Electrical heating 400 V / 3 / 50 Hz, 2.3 kW
Steam connection R 1/2"
Operating pressure 4–5 bar (steam), 6–8 bar (compressed air)
Steam exhaust Ø 160 mm
Hose connection ID 9 mm
Water connection R 1/2", 2–4 bar
Water drain Ø 48 mm
Belt speed 0.15 – 0.5 m/s

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Are you interested in our hot water shrink tunnels for vacuum packaging, or would you like to receive non-binding advice from our packaging experts? Contact us on +49 - 2235-79479-0 or by email at info_at_alphapack.de. We look forward to optimising your packaging line.

Suitable packaging material for Hot Water Shrink Machines
Our vacuum bags & thermoforming film

Technical accessories for Hot Water Shrink Machines
Optimise your packaging process

Frequently asked questions about our hot water shrink machine

A Hot Water Shrink Tunnel is used after vacuuming to apply the film tightly and evenly to the product. This gives you hygienic, durable and visually appealing packaging. The tunnel perfectly complements our Vacuum Machines and Vacuum Chamber Belt Machines in the production line.

Our Hot Water Shrink Tunnels are suitable for many products: meat and sausage products, fish, cheese, ready meals, baked goods, chocolate, fruit, vegetables and non-food items such as cosmetics or medical products. In combination with our Vacuum Bags and Thermoforming Films, you get the right packaging solution for your industry.
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Hot Water Shrink Tunnels work with a water curtain that completely surrounds the product. This ensures particularly even results and a smooth packaging surface. Hot air systems are simpler, but less consistent. For high-quality food packaging, we clearly recommend the hot water process.

Yes, our Shrink Tunnels can be flexibly integrated into existing lines and combined with filling systems, labellers, metal detectors or palletisers. Together with our Vacuum Chamber Belt Machines, this creates a continuous packaging solution – from vacuuming to perfect shrink wrapping.

As a manufacturer, we offer you a complete packaging line including packaging materials. Get in touch with us: info_at_alphapack.de

Our Shrink Tunnels are compatible with shrink films and sealing films. As a manufacturer, we not only supply you with the machine, but also with the appropriate packaging material: vacuum bags and thermoforming films tailored to your products.

We advise you on the optimal packaging solution for your needs: info_at_alphapack.de

Various types of film can be used in Shrink Tunnels, for example polyolefin (POF), polyethylene (PE) or special sealing films. Each film has its own shrink behaviour and reacts differently to hot water or hot air. The right temperature and the appropriate process are crucial to ensure that the packaging shrinks evenly. If the wrong film is chosen, wrinkles, damage or an uneven appearance may result. That's why we not only supply you with the right Shrink Tunnel, but also the appropriate shrink and vacuum films that are perfectly suited to your products.

As a manufacturer, we not only advise you on your optimal packaging line, but also offer you the right packaging material.

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The price depends on factors such as performance, heating type (electric or steam), degree of automation and accessories. We will advise you individually and provide you with a suitable quote. Contact us by email at info_at_alphapack.de or by telephone on +49 2235 79479 0.

Many customers ask how large the tunnel needs to be and how fast the conveyor belt should run. This depends on the product size, film material and desired production output. The width, height and length are important, as is ensuring that the tunnel is compatible with your existing production line.

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A Shrink Tunnel can operate in a very energy- and resource-efficient manner if it has the right equipment. Insulated tanks ensure that heat loss is reduced and less energy is required. A timer function allows automatic heating to be controlled so that the tunnel only consumes energy when it is actually needed. In addition, efficient heating elements can significantly reduce power consumption. There are also opportunities to optimise water consumption, for example through economical hot water showers. In combination with recyclable films, this creates a packaging process that is not only efficient but also sustainable.

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