Patent ID: 7891157
Filing Date: 2011-02-22
Classification: B65B

Abstract:
1. Machine for shrink-fitting shrink film onto packaged goods, in particular for packaging packing units, comprising a conveyor for transporting the packaged goods, at least one hood type shrink device with means for heating shrink film, the at least one hood type shrink device at least partially covering the packaged goods transported on the conveyor and moving along with the packaged goods at least along a part of the path in the conveying direction, and an additional heating means under the conveyor belt, and having a transport belt which is so configured as to move at the speed of the conveyor, wherein the at least one hood type shrink device can be coupled to the transport belt, and having a second transport belt for return transport of the at least one hood type shrink device after uncoupling the at least one hood type shrink device from the transport belt.