Used Horizontal Flow Wrappers for Sale
Horizontal flow wrappers, also known as flow wrap machines or horizontal form-fill-seal (HFFS) machines, are packaging systems designed to wrap products in a continuous film process. These machines feed products horizontally through a forming area where film is sealed around the item, creating a tight, protective package. Used horizontal flow wrappers are widely used in food processing, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, and industrial packaging applications where speed, consistency, and product protection are essential. Aaron Equipment offers used horizontal flow wrappers for sale in a range of speeds, sealing configurations, and product handling designs.
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73625001Used General System Pack GSP45 Horizontal Flow Wrapper – 60 PPM Packaging Machine (2003)
Used- General System Pack Horizontal Flow Wrapper, Model GSP45. Capable of speeds up to 60 packages per minute. Product dimension range of 30 to 600 mm long, 10 to 200 mm wide, and up to 120 mm tall. Motion control with PLC. Reel dimensions: max reel width 500m, outside diameter 350mm, core diameter 68 - 75mm. Overall dimensions approximately 112'' Length x 32'' Width x 71'' Tall, 900 lbs. 1 phase, 50 Hz, 220V. Serial # A-550-03, built 2003.
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73600005Used Ilapak Carrera 1000 Horizontal Flow Wrapper | High-Speed 2-Up Packaging Sys
Used Ilapak Carrera 1000/40 Horizontal Flow Wrapper | High-Speed 2-Up Packaging System. Capable of speeds up to 250 packages per minute (2-up head). Has a package size range: 50mm - 500mm or 2" - 21.6" (length) x 10mm - 230mm or 0.8" - 7" (width) x up to 90mm or 3.5" with 150mm jaw radius. Has print registration, Markem Smart date coder, dual web arbors with splice table. 8" Wide x 1" end seal jaw. Includes 10'L lugged chain infeed with adjustable centers. ABB PLC, ABB CP435 HMI, ABB BSD Servo drive. Mounted on casters. Serial# 0492000567. Built 2010. Overall dimensions 222" X 52" X 81"T.
MFR: Ilapak
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73555001Used Ilapak Carrera 500M Automatic Horizontal Flow Wrapper – 20–100 PPM, 10" Seal Jaw
Used Ilapak Carrera 500M Automatic Horizontal Flow Wrapper 20100 PPM, 10" Seal Jaw. Capable of speeds from 20 - 100 packages per minute. 1-up 10"W seal jaw with a 6" radius. Package size range: 2" to 17-1/2" in Length; 3/4" to 9" in Width; up to 3-1/2" in Height. Equipped with 2.5 meter long lugged in feed with carrier chains. Film specifications: 25" in width up to 13" in diameter on 3" core. Machine is set up for clear or continuous printed film (no registration).
MFR: Illipak
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73221001Imanpack Minimicropac Flow Wrapper – Compact Packaging Machine for Small Products
Used- Imanpack Horizontal Flow Wrapper, Model Minimicropac. 40 bags/minute maximum output; 400mm (approx. 16") reel holder; 125-250mm (approx. 5-10") bag length range; 10-150mm (approx .4-6") bag width range; 5-80mm (approx. .2- 3") bag height range; 1000mm L x 200mm W x 960mm H (approx 40" x 8" x 38") infeed conveyor dimensions. 3/50/400V. Built 2005.
MFR: Imanpack
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73486001Used Packaging Aids FW 400F Horizontal Flow Wrapper | 120 PPM | Gas Flush | Tear Notch | Built 2022
Used- Packaging Aids Model FW 400F Horizontal Flow Wrapper. Capable of speeds up to 120 Packages Per Minute. Has a pouch size range: 3.25" - 12.5" (length) x up to 4.75" (width) x up to 3" (height). Max film dimensions: up to 16"W x 12.5" roll diam on a 3" ID core. Has 5'L adjustable lugged chain infeed. Print registration. Includes Ink printer type (///END) Codemate, Gas flush, round brush sealing offset, tear notch cutter. Has adjustable forming plow. Has a stainless steel frame. Mfg in 2022
MFR: Packaging Aids Corp
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72416002Used Pfankuch VP4508 Collating OPP Film Wrapping Line – Up to 120 Products/Min
Used- Pfankuch VP4508 Collating OPP Film Wrapping Line. With: Modular collating and wrapping line previously running telephone cards, Typical product applications include: telephone cards, greeting cards, stickers and labels, office supply articles, catalogs, promotions inserts, direct mailings, etc. Modular and compact designed base machine concept, Extended lugged infeed and collating feeder head, Adjustability to different product sizes, Multi-track production for collating and sealing unit allows highest flexibility in running different products and output results, Lower film feed system, Machine control board 16-bit processor with Eprom and E-Eprom memory device for saving and call up of all necessary processing data, Microprocessor controlled servo motor machine drive, User friendly arranged machine control board with menu based interface and touch panel, Cycle speeds up to 120 products per minute and track, depending on product specifications, Product dimensions: Minimum: 3.93 inches long x 3.14 inches wide x 1 sheet thick, Maximum: 14.17 inches long x 14.17 inches wide x .59 inches thick. Film width: 15.74 inches.
MFR: Pfankuch
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72702001Used PFM Tornado Inverted Seal Horizontal Wrapper – 100 PPM, Stainless Steel
Used- PFM Model Tornado Inverted Seal Horizontal Wrapper. Mechanical speed rated up to 100 ppm (40 meters per minute longitudinal seal speed), however product length and film will determine final maximum output. Package size range of: length 3.9" - 19.6" (100mm-500mm); width .39" - 11" (10mm-280mm); height 0 - 3.5" (0-90mm). The three maximum sizes cannot be run simultaneously. 1 up long dwell seal jaw designed to run heat or cold seal wrapping material, polypropylene, perforated or laminates with hole punch jaws. Equipped with electric eye registration, Allen Bradley SLC 5/03 CPU with Panelview 900 operator, 16' long x 6" wide cleated belt product infeed conveyor with approximately 1/8" high cleats on 14" centers, Greydon Model 01SBM61 inline printer. Stainless steel construction. Electric 3/60/208/220V. Air 90 psi. Last ran medical device products. CE certified.
MFR: PFM
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73400001Used PFM Pearl Horizontal Flow Wrapper – 160 PPM, VideoJet Ink Jet Coder
Used- PFM Horizontal Flow Wrapper, Model Pearl. Capable of speeds up to 160 packages per minute (depending on product and package size). Includes VideoJet Ink Jet lot and date coder. Has touchscreen HMI with Allen Bradley controls. Last running candy. 3/60/280 Volt.
MFR: PFM
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73023002Buy Semca Industries Model C.O 120 Flow Wrapper – Hard Candy Packaging System
Used- Semca Industries Horizontal Flow Wrapper, Model C.O 120. Capable of speeds up to 400 pieces per minute (depending on product size and application). Includes a centrifugal product placer, currently set-up for use with hard candies. Has Microlynx Semca controls. Has (2) 6-sided cutting wheels. 3/60/240V.
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73462001Used Ulma Pacific BF Horizontal Flow Wrapper – Up to 70 PPM, 700mm Film, Meat Packaging
Used- Ulma Model Pacific BF Horizontal Wrapper. Capable of speeds up to 70 packages per minute. Package size range: 80mm - 1000mm (length) x 100mm - 240mm (width) x 5mm - 130mm (height). Max film width: up to 700mm, Max reel diam: up to 350mm. Set up for shrink film barrier (bdf or similar), complex, polyolefin. Last running in meat operation.
MFR: ULMA
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73267002Used WeighPack Sleek 65 Horizontal Flow Wrapper – Up to 65 Packs/Minute
Used- Weighpack Systems Horizontal Flow Wrapper, Model Sleek 65. Machine is rated at speeds up to 65 packages per minute (depending on product specifications). Has a package size range of 11" W X 24"L X 5.5"T. Is of stainless steel construction. Touchscreen HMI. Allen Bradley Controls. 3/60/230V.
MFR: Weighpack Systems
Horizontal Flow Wrapper Applications & Typical Use Cases
Used horizontal flow wrappers are commonly used for packaging individual or grouped products in flexible film. Typical applications include:
Bakery items such as cookies, bars, and bread
Confectionery and snack packaging
Medical devices and pharmaceutical products
Consumer goods and retail packaging
Industrial parts and component wrapping
These machines are ideal for high-speed packaging environments requiring consistent sealing and presentation.
When to Choose a Horizontal Flow Wrapper
Horizontal flow wrappers are best suited for packaging solid, uniform products that can be conveyed through a horizontal system. They are typically selected for high-throughput operations where continuous wrapping and efficient film usage are required. Compared to vertical form-fill-seal machines, horizontal flow wrappers are preferred for individually wrapped items or products that require precise positioning and presentation.
Used Horizontal Flow Wrapper Buying Considerations
When evaluating a used horizontal flow wrapper, consider:
Speed and throughput: Ensure the machine meets production rate requirements
Product size range: Verify compatibility with product dimensions and shape
Sealing system: Rotary vs. box motion sealers impact seal quality and speed
Film compatibility: Confirm the machine supports desired packaging materials
Controls and automation: Evaluate ease of operation, changeover time, and integration with upstream/downstream equipment
Why Buy Used Horizontal Flow Wrappers
Purchasing a used horizontal flow wrapper can significantly reduce capital costs while maintaining high-speed packaging capabilities. Many units are available for immediate delivery, helping facilities avoid long lead times associated with new equipment. Used machines also provide access to proven packaging systems that can be quickly integrated into existing production lines.
Sell Your Used Horizontal Flow Wrappers
Aaron Equipment purchases surplus and used horizontal flow wrappers from a wide range of manufacturers and configurations. Whether you are upgrading packaging lines, closing a facility, or selling idle equipment, our team can assist with buyouts or consignment opportunities.
A horizontal flow wrapper is a packaging machine that wraps products in a continuous film by forming, filling, and sealing the package horizontally. It is commonly used for high-speed packaging of individual items.
Horizontal flow wrappers are used to package food products, medical devices, consumer goods, and industrial items. They are widely used for wrapping products like snacks, baked goods, and retail items in protective film.
Horizontal flow wrappers feed products horizontally and are typically used for solid, discrete items, while vertical form-fill-seal machines package products vertically and are often used for powders, granules, or loose-fill products.
The cost of a used horizontal flow wrapper depends on factors such as speed, manufacturer, size range, sealing type, and overall condition. High-speed or specialized machines typically command higher prices.
Yes. Aaron Equipment purchases used horizontal flow wrappers across a range of configurations. If you have equipment available for sale, submit your details for evaluation.