Automatic strapping machine – SHJLPACK – for cans / beverage / for bottling industry

The SHJLPACK automatic strapping machine, model SH-L5P, is engineered to meet the specific demands of the bottling and beverage sectors, particularly for handling packed cans and similar containers. This machine is a key component in automated packaging lines, focusing on securing palletized or unitized loads for storage and transport.
**Key Characteristics:**
* **Type:** Automatic Strapping Machine
* **Product Applications:** Suitable for cans and general beverage containers.
* **Industry Sector:** Primarily designed for the bottling industry.
* **Machine Orientation:** Vertical strapping.
* **Integrated Feature:** Equipped with a press.
The vertical strapping orientation is essential for tall and potentially unstable loads common in the beverage and canning industries. By applying strap around the vertical axis of the package or pallet, it significantly increases load stability, preventing shifting or collapse during handling and transit.
A crucial feature of the SH-L5P is its integrated press. For compressible or slightly uneven loads like stacked cartons of cans or bottles, the press applies downward force during the strapping cycle. This action compresses the load, removing air pockets and creating a denser, more stable package. The strap is then applied and tensioned while the load is compressed, ensuring the strap maintains tension and holds the load tightly once the press is released. This results in a more secure and unitized load, reducing the risk of damage.
The SH-L5P is noted for its ability to perform a specific strapping pattern: a 3 by 2 crossed strapping operation. This refers to applying multiple straps (e.g., three in one direction and two in another, crossing on the bottom or top of the load) to create a robust web of strap that effectively secures the product to its base or to itself. This crossed pattern provides superior load containment compared to simple parallel strapping, particularly for loads where individual units could shift.
Beyond the core strapping function, the design of the SH-L5P addresses practical logistical challenges within a plant. It is designed to manage the exchange of rollers and chains within limited operational dimensions, minimizing the required footprint for maintenance or adjustments. Furthermore, the system can integrate with a 90° railway system for package movement. This type of conveyor layout is highly efficient for optimizing factory floor space and streamlining the flow of goods, allowing packages to be easily redirected or accumulated after strapping. This capability, originating from a design tailored for a specific can production facility, highlights the machine's adaptability for efficient plant layouts.
The SH-L5P serves as a dedicated vertical strapping solution within larger packaging lines, often complemented by other equipment like wrapping machines (as indicated by the source material referencing a complete line with a rotating arm wrapper). Its specific features, particularly the vertical orientation, press, and crossed strapping capability, make it a reliable choice for enhancing the stability and integrity of packaged beverage products and cans.