The parts of a chocolate foil wrapping machine;

• Automatic PLC control system with a touch screen. This is where you can see the control parameters.
• The feeder system is responsible for feeding the machine with the wrapping and the chocolate.
• An automatic printing system prints the needed information on the wrapper.
• A distribution system that has motors, conveyor belts, and gears to control speed, and drive machine operations.
• Shower lubricant distribution system.
• The wrapping system wraps the chocolate.
• Automatic sensors and alarming systems.
• Oil pallets which you can remove.

chocolate foil wrapping machine

Chocolate foil wrapping is not a very complicated process. Here is a step-to-step application of how the machine works;

• First step involves the preparation of the chocolate and the wrappers which are the main ingredients.

At this step, the machine gets the chocolate from the production line. Then you feed the wrappers on the wrappers hopper.

You should also check to confirm if the machine can function well before powering it.

• Second step involves chocolate wrapping. There are several wrappers such as foil, pieces of paper, or even polythene.

The machine automatically wraps the chocolate depending on the wrapping stage.

• Third step is where the machine trims the chocolate wrappers into the desired sizes.

It then automatically moves the wrapped chocolate to the sealing stage.

• Fourth step is where the machine uses glue or laser heating to automatically seal the loose ends of the wrapped chocolate.
• Fifth step involves printing labels and logos on the wrappers.

Their main aim is for identification and also for aesthetics.

The machine prints important information such as the manufacturing dates and expiry dates on the chocolate wrappers.

• The last step is where the product goes through inspection.

This is to ensure it meets the required standards and the wrappers and seals are of the best quality.

When everything meets the requirements the machine automatically packs them in cartons.

chocolate making and wrapping

The two are machines you can use to wrap your chocolate but they wrap different types of chocolates.

A chocolate foil wrapping machine is a machine that wraps either ball chocolate or ellipse chocolate using several kinds of foil.

A chocolate coin wrapping machine on the other hand is a piece of equipment that wraps chocolate that has the shape of a coin.

chocolate foil wrapping machine

A chocolate foil wrapping machine uses foil to wrap the chocolate but for the coin wrapping machine, you can use several materials.

These two machines are all automatic and they do not need a lot of human intervention for them to run.

Although the initial cost of the machines is high, production is also high resulting in high returns.

Both the chocolate foil wrapping machine and the chocolate coin wrapping machine warp different sizes and shapes of chocolates.

chocolate coin wrapping machine

These are two different machines with different functions.

A chocolate foil wrapping machine is a machine that wraps either ball chocolate or ellipse chocolate using several kinds of foil.

On the other hand, a chocolate fold wrapping machine is a piece of equipment you can use to fold the wrapper of the chocolate as a sealing technique.

The chocolate fold wrapping machine can wrap chocolate in two films at the same time.

Both the wrapping machines have high production output and high returns but have a very high initial cost.

Both the machines are great especially if you have a big demand and they save on time.

chocolate fold wrapping machine

Any machine can experience malfunctions and it is up to the manufacturer to understand the machine and how they can solve some of the problems.

Below are some of the malfunctions and their solutions;

• Wrapping film feed belt does not move – this happens when the belt is tight against the tube.

You solve it by ensuring the belts are loose and adjusting the gearbox of the film feed motor.

• Wrapping film running off the machining center – this occurs when the wrapping film is not in the film spindle or the film is loose.

To solve this you should ensure you align the machine belt properly and replace the wrapping films.

• Inconsistent bag lengths – this may be due to a feed belt that is not clean, or bad film threading.

You can solve this by cleaning the feed belt and adjusting the tension between the film feed belts.

• Wrapping films with creases – this may be because of a contaminated film path roller, a worn-out collar, or incorrect adjustment of the forming collar and set-up roller.
• Jams of film at the forming tube – this is when the seals are hot then they stick to the film.

Using good parameters to reduce too much heat.

• Unwinding of the film difficulties – this occurs when the zipper is caught on the collar or a belt with high contact pressure.

It may also be due to the high coefficient friction of the film. Cleaning and adjusting the forming belt will solve these problems.

• Bag is too long – this occurs when the bag length and the registration photo-eye are set incorrectly.

Ensure the bag length and photo eye registration are set correctly.

• Failure of the wrapping film to properly track – this may be due to the spindle being too loose or the film roll not being at the spindle center.

Ensure the film roll is well aligned to solve this issue.

• Difficulty in pulling down the film through the forming tube – this may be due to incorrect alignment on the setup and forming collar, dirty form set, and high friction on the film coefficient.

You can solve this by cleaning and adjusting the setting to reduce friction,

A chocolate foil wrapping machine is a piece of equipment that wraps several kinds of chocolate.

The machine has many uses and they include;

• It wraps different kinds of chocolate such as wafers, cookies, solids, pure chocolates, and inclusions.
• Machine offers several wrapping options such as fold and foil. You choose one that fits your needs.
• The machine has a printing option that you can use to print information such as expiry and manufacturing date on the chocolate wrappers.

It can also print decorations and logos.

• It can also pack the wrapped chocolates into a cartoon after the wrapping process is done.
• The chocolate foil wrapping machine is responsible for feeding ingredients into the cylinder, and also fills the chocolate into the machine.
• The machine is flexible enough to wrap different sizes and dimensions of chocolates.
• It is an automatic machine that wraps chocolates within a short time increasing the production rate.

Black foil wrappers and gold foil wrappers are both FDA-approved wrappers that are safe for food contact.

black foil wrappers

The black foil wrappers are great for preventing light from affecting the chocolate.

Additionally, gold wrappers on the other hand are perfect for improving the appearance of the chocolate.

Both the wrappers offer maximum protection to the chocolates by preventing environmental factors such as moisture.

gold foil wrappers

Wrapping chocolates in foil has so many advantages and the main advantage is the foil wrappers preserve the quality of the chocolate.

The wrappers have other advantages such as;

• Foil wrappers are the best to preserve the chocolate. They ensure the chocolates last for long life.
• The foil wrappers ensure that the chocolate is not contaminated since they are tight and no bacteria can pass through them.
• Wapping the chocolates in foil make them more appealing to the customer’s eyes.

The foil wrappers can be decorated to improve the aesthetics of the chocolate.

• With a chocolate foil wrapper, you can maintain the original flavors of the chocolates.
• Foil wrappers are lightweight and hence will not affect the weight of the chocolate. Its original weight will remain the same.
• The foil wrappers are easy to fold, making it easy to preserve the chocolate if it remains.
• Foil wrapping chocolate makes work easier for the consumer since it is easy to open.

Wrapping chocolate with a thin foil is beneficial because a thin foil will not add weight to the chocolate since it is lightweight.

Another advantage of wrapping chocolate using a thin foil is it makes opening the chocolate an easy task.

A thin wrapping foil protects the chocolate from contamination which may affect the product’s quality.

Thin foils cannot alter the original shape of the chocolate because it is lightweight.

Normally, the thin foils are non-sticky and smooth so the chocolate cannot stick to them.

Besides, the foils maintain the aesthetic value of the chocolate.

Thin foils ensure there is a maximum barrier between the chocolate and the surrounding.

A chocolate wrapping material should be able to protect the chocolate from environmental factors such as oxygen, and moisture.

It should also provide good air tightness to protect the chocolate from contamination.

To choose the best chocolate wrapping you should consider the following factors;

• Heat-resisting qualities of the chocolate – your wrapper should be able to meet the heat-resisting qualities of the chocolate.

You should avoid a wrapper that may need to be heat sealed if the chocolate is heat sensitive.

• Aesthetics requirements – your wrapper should have a unique and eye-catching design, with beautiful color.

The prints should be unique to catch the attention of the buyer.

• Chemical composition of the chocolate – the wrapper should ensure it protects the chocolate and will not affect the chemical composition of the chocolate.
• Size and dimensions of the chocolate – choose a wrapper that will fit the size and dimensions of the chocolate fully.
• Wrapping material – the wrapping material should complement the chocolate well.

The material should protect the integrity of the chocolate.

The chocolate wrapping materials you use will affect the quality of the chocolate. You should choose the material that will best suit you.

Below is a list of wrappers that you can use to wrap chocolates;

• PVC film for blister packing – the wrapping consists of a PVC film and an aluminum blister foil.

The wrapping offers good barrier properties, especially from moisture.

• Rigid PVC film – this film seals together and leaves a hole in the middle for the chocolate.

This wrapping is very eco-friendly and recyclable.

• Metalized paper – this wrapping is eye-catching, eco-friendly, recyclable, and safe for direct food contact.
• PVC twist wrap – they are mostly used to wrap small chocolates. They retain the twist and are non-toxic.
• Waxed chocolate wrapping – this wrapping is oil-resistant so sticky chocolate will not stick to them.

It is also translucent and non-toxic.

• Aluminum foil – this has a shiny golden look. It is recyclable and eco-friendly.

Do a Regular Maintenance Check On The Machine

A maintenance check means looking at the machine parts and ensuring everything is in order.

Check on the feeder system, the sensors, and the sealing jaws to ensure everything is in order.

You may expose some parts of the machine to water resulting in rusting, and you can notice this during the maintenance check.

Also, check the oil levels in the machine and add more if needed. This will prevent damage to the machine.

Regular Lubrication

Machine lubrication is one of the critical steps in maintaining a chocolate foil wrapper.

Without proper oil lubrication, a machine cannot work well.

Lubricate the machine on the moving parts because of friction.

When you do not lubricate the machine, the parts may end up breaking or they will not move.

Therefore, it is important to clean the parts well and then lubricate them.

Clean The Machine Often

When using any machine, it is expected to get dirty or accumulate dust.

Parts such as the seals require daily clean-up.

You should dust and clean the machine regularly to ensure it remains clean.

If you use the chocolate foil wrapper for a long time without regular clean-up, it might cause issues to the machine and affect its working.

Also, you should ensure the machine is off when cleaning and use machine-friendly cleaners to avoid damaging the machine further.

Change Machine Parts Regularly

Anybody working with a machine knows that spare parts are essential.

When a machine has been used continuously for a long time, some parts tend to wear off quickly.

Some features are pretty long-lasting and do not need to be changed frequently.

For a machine to work effectively and for one to avoid excessive damage to the machine, the parts need to be changed.

These two machines are both chocolate wrapping machines. The difference is the type of chocolates they wrap.

A chocolate foil wrapper is a machine that wraps the chocolates using foil in ellipse or ball shapes.

A chocolate bar wrapping machine is equipment that packages chocolates in aluminum paper or cardboard wrappers.

A chocolate foil wrapper is quite an easy machine to use but with a bar wrapping machine, you have to train to use it.

chocolate bar wrapping machine

Both these machines are high production machines that save on time and have high returns.

The main disadvantage of these machines is the cost of purchasing and installing is very high.

Just like any other machine out there, the chocolate foil wrapping machine has its disadvantages.

They include;

• The initial cost of buying the machine is very high, and its installation is also very high.

It may be a problem for some people especially those with upcoming businesses or who are starting.

• The machine is large and hence will occupy a very large space. If you have a small working space it may be a challenge.
• You should ensure the machine runs frequently since it may malfunction if you don’t use it for long.
• The machine requires regular maintenance to avoid malfunctions since repairing it is very cumbersome.

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