HS48 Manual Heat Seal Machine for Food Packaging | Preferred Packaging

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Performance Highlights

Seals a wide variety of container sizes and shapes
Supports containers up to 4 inches in depth
Seals 16 trays per minute or more, depending on tray size
Designed for heat-sensitive films and tamper-evident sealing
Swing-out film roll arm enables fast, safe film changes
Quick-change seal plates support efficient production flow
Durable construction designed for daily foodservice use

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hs48 sealing machine

Fast, Versatile Sealing for Modest-Volume Production

The HS48 Manual Heat Seal Lidding Machine offers a fast, effective, and budget-conscious solution for sealing heat-sensitive lidding films to plastic or paper containers. Designed for versatility and durability, the HS48 supports a wide range of container sizes and seal plate configurations—making it ideal for food packaging operations that need higher throughput without full automation.

Seals a wide variety of container sizes and shapes
Supports containers up to 4 inches in depth
Seals 16 trays per minute or more, depending on tray size
Designed for heat-sensitive films and tamper-evident sealing
Swing-out film roll arm enables fast, safe film changes
Quick-change seal plates support efficient production flow
Durable construction designed for daily foodservice use

Key Features & Capabilities

Large variety of standard seal plates available
Custom seal plate sizes available
Includes three seal plates for continuous operation
Quick-release film collars require no additional tools
Offset film roll prevents undesirable film heating between cycles
State-of-the-art digital heat controller
Optional standby mode reduces energy use and extends roller life

hs48 key features and capabilities

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Heavy-Duty Construction

Extra heavy-duty 5” machine base
½” aluminum seal pocket construction
5” high C-channel rails fully covered in stainless steel
Hinged heater guards open on both sides for easy cleaning
Heater guards remain cool to the touch for operator safety
Plug-in heater wiring allows fast roller replacement
Heavy-duty seal pockets eliminate the need for underside support bracket adjustments

HS48 Tray Sealing in Action

See how the HS48 manual heat seal lidding machine supports higher-throughput tray sealing, showcasing quick film changes, interchangeable seal plates, and consistent performance for heat-sensitive lidding films.