Stand-Up Pouch Bagging Machines
Stand-Up Pouch Bagging Machines
Versatile and Easy-To-Use Stand Up Pouch MachineS
Unified Flex offers Stand Up Pouch Machines at speeds ranging from 15 to 40 bags per minute with a variety of optional features that are sure to meet the distinct packaging needs of your dynamic market.
These machines can package a wide array of products, both solid and liquid, such as beverages, snack foods, coffee, cheese, dairy and meats, cannabis, and more in convenient, portable, eco-friendly packaging.
You can count on Unified Flex to deliver intelligent stand up pouch filling machines, economical solutions, and dependable systems for all your packaging needs.
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Bags Per Min
Maximum Bag Width
Maximum Bag Length
Bag Style Possibilities
Low Volume
Stand up Pouch Bagger – Doy 100
minute max.
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Mid Volume
Stand up Pouch Bagger – Doy Rotary
min max.
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Stand up Pouch Bagger – Doy Sigma
minute max.
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Bulk Volumes
Stand up Pouch Bagger – Doy Sigma Bulk
minute max.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a stand up pouch packaging machine?
A stand-up pouch packaging machine is a specialized device designed to form, fill, and seal stand-up pouches—flexible containers that can stand upright on their own. These pouches are widely used for packaging food, beverages, pet food, pharmaceuticals, and household products.
Key Features of Stand-Up Pouch Packaging Machines
Pouch Formation
The machine forms pouches from flat rolls of flexible materials such as plastic films, paper, or foil. To allow the pouch to stand upright, the bottom is typically gusseted or pre-formed.
Filling
Once the pouch is formed, the machine fills it with the desired product. It can handle solids, liquids, powders, or granules, depending on the application.
Sealing
After filling, the machine heat-seals the top of the pouch to maintain product freshness and prevent contamination.
Additional Features
Many stand-up pouch machines can integrate consumer-friendly enhancements, such as:
- Pour Spouts: Ideal for liquid products.
- Reclosable Zippers: Enhances freshness and convenience.
- Tear Notches: Allows for easy opening.
A stand-up pouch packaging machine is a specialized device designed to form, fill, and seal stand-up pouches—flexible containers that can stand upright on their own. These pouches are widely used for packaging food, beverages, pet food, pharmaceuticals, and household products.
Key Features of Stand-Up Pouch Packaging Machines
Pouch Formation
The machine forms pouches from flat rolls of flexible materials such as plastic films, paper, or foil. To allow the pouch to stand upright, the bottom is typically gusseted or pre-formed.
Filling
Once the pouch is formed, the machine fills it with the desired product. It can handle solids, liquids, powders, or granules, depending on the application.
Sealing
After filling, the machine heat-seals the top of the pouch to maintain product freshness and prevent contamination.
Additional Features
Many stand-up pouch machines can integrate consumer-friendly enhancements, such as:
- Pour Spouts: Ideal for liquid products.
- Reclosable Zippers: Enhances freshness and convenience.
- Tear Notches: Allows for easy opening.
Boost Your Packaging Efficiency with Unified Flex
For manufacturers seeking high-performance stand-up pouch packaging solutions, Unified Flex offers advanced machinery tailored to diverse production needs. Our equipment is designed to maximize efficiency and maintain the highest quality standards.
How does a stand-up pouch filling and sealing machine work?
A stand-up pouch filling and sealing machine automates the process of packaging products into flexible, self-standing pouches. These machines are widely used in beverages, nutraceuticals, and household products due to their efficiency and versatility.
Key Components and Process
Pouch Loading
Pre-made stand-up pouches are manually placed or automatically fed into the machine’s magazine. The system then picks and positions each pouch for the next steps.
Pouch Opening
The machine uses vacuum suction cups and, in some cases, mechanical grippers to open the pouches, ensuring proper alignment for filling.
Filling
The product whether liquid, powder, or solid is dispensed into the pouch using a filling system suited to the product type, such as:
- Auger fillers for powders
- Liquid pumps for beverages and sauces
- Volumetric fillers for granules and dry goods
Sealing
After filling, the machine heat-seals the top of the pouch, ensuring product freshness and contamination prevention.
Discharge
The sealed pouches are then discharged, and ready for labeling, storage, or distribution.
For businesses looking to streamline their packaging process, Unified Flex offers high-efficiency stand-up pouch filling and sealing machines designed for precision and reliability. Contact us today to find the perfect solution for your business!
What are the benefits of a stand-up pouch packing machine?
A stand-up pouch packing machine offers several advantages, making it an essential solution for efficient packaging.
Increased Production Speed: Automates filling and sealing, handling 15 + pouches per minute for higher efficiency.
Precise Filling & Reduced Waste: Uses advanced multi-head weighers, auger, or piston fillers to ensure accurate product dosing.
Improved Seal Quality & Shelf Life: Heat or ultrasonic sealing ensures airtight packaging and nitrogen flushing helps extend product freshness.
Versatile Packaging Options: Compatible with zippered, spouted, flat-bottom, and gusseted pouches for various industries.
Lower Labor Costs & Greater Consistency: Reduces manual work while ensuring uniform packaging quality.
Enhanced Product Presentation: Supports custom-printed pouches with glossy, matte, or transparent finishes to improve shelf appeal.
To find the perfect stand-up pouch packaging solution for your business, contact Unified Flex today!
What types of products are ideal for stand-up pouch packaging machines?
Stand-up pouch packaging machines are designed to package a diverse range of products, making them an ideal choice for industries that require efficient, flexible, and high-quality packaging solutions.
1. Food & Beverage
- Dry Foods: Snacks, nuts, chips, dried fruits, granola
- Powders: Coffee, protein powders, spices, flour
- Liquids & Semi-Liquids: Sauces, soups, salad dressings, baby food, and spouted beverages
- Frozen & Refrigerated Items: Frozen vegetables, shredded cheese
2. Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical
- Powders & Supplements: Vitamin powders, collagen, herbal supplements
- Medical & OTC Products: Protein supplements, herbal remedies, and single-dose liquid supplements
3. Pet Food & Animal Nutrition
- Dry & Wet Pet Food: Kibble, treats, freeze-dried meals, and spouted pouches for liquid pet food
- Nutritional Supplements: Powdered and liquid pet vitamins
4. Household & Personal Care
- Detergents & Cleaning Agents: Liquid detergents, powdered cleaners, soap pods
- Cosmetics & Skincare: Lotions, facial masks, bath salts, shampoo refills
5. Industrial & Chemical
- Powdered & Granulated Chemicals: Fertilizers, detergents, adhesives
- Lubricants & Industrial Fluids: Household oils, cleaning solvents, liquid detergents
With the rising demand for stand-up pouch packaging, businesses need efficient and reliable solutions to maintain product quality and extend shelf life.
Find the Right Stand-Up Pouch Packaging Solution with Unified Flex
At Unified Flex, we provide high-performance stand-up pouch packaging machines tailored to various industries, including food, pet food, personal care, and industrial products.
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Can Stand-Up Pouch Bagging machines handle pouches with resealable features like zippers?
Yes, stand-up pouch bagging machines are designed to handle pouches with resealable zippers, ensuring smooth operation throughout the packaging process.
These machines use mechanical grippers and guided tracks to open and hold the pouch in place, while zipper pre-closing mechanisms ensure proper alignment before final sealing. This guarantees a secure closure that maintains product integrity.
Suitable for snacks, coffee, pet food, personal care items, and more, zipper pouches help preserve freshness, prevent spills, and enhance convenience for consumers.
Unified Flex offers reliable stand-up pouch machines that efficiently handle zipper pouches along with other packaging features. Contact us today to find the right solution for your packaging needs!
What is the maximum pouch size that can be accommodated by Stand-Up Pouch Bagging machines?
The maximum pouch size a stand-up pouch bagging machine can handle depends on the model.
Unified Flex offers different machines with varying size capacities:
- Doy 100 can accommodate pouches up to 13 inches wide and 14 inches long.
- Doy Rotary supports larger pouches, handling up to 15.74 inches wide and 22.83 inches long.
- Doy Sigma is designed for pouches up to 10.23 inches wide and 13.77 inches long.
- Doy Sigma Bulk can handle pouches up to 16.14 inches (410 mm) wide and 27.55 inches (700 mm) long, making it suitable for snack foods, produce, grains, pet food, and chemicals.
For businesses requiring larger pouch sizes, the Doy Sigma Bulk and Doy Rotary models offer the highest capacity, ensuring efficient and reliable packaging for bulk products.
Contact us today to find the best stand-up pouch bagging machine for your business!
How do stand-up pouch machines ensure accurate filling and sealing?
Stand-up pouch machines integrate automation, smart sensors, and precision engineering to ensure accurate filling and secure sealing. These technologies help minimize waste, improve efficiency, and maintain consistent packaging quality across industries.
1. Precision Filling Technology
- Multihead Weighers, Auger, and Volumetric Fillers: Designed for accurate filling of powders, granules, and liquids, ensuring precise portioning.
- No-Pouch, No-Fill Sensors: Prevents dispensing if a pouch is missing or misaligned, avoiding product waste and mess.
- Vacuum Sensors for Pouch Opening: Ensures the pouch is fully open before filling, improving efficiency and reducing errors.
2. Smart Pouch Handling & Alignment
- 8-Station Rotary Indexing System: Guides pouches through each stage: opening, filling, settling, sealing, and dispensing.
- Strong Gripper Fingers & Suction Cups: Securely hold pouches during the process for consistent handling and alignment.
- Adjustable Suction Cup Mounts: Allow customization for different pouch sizes and materials.
3. Advanced Sealing Technology
- Temperature-Controlled Heat Sealing: Uses digital temperature controllers for a strong, airtight seal.
- Zipper Opening Function: Ensures proper zipper alignment and sealing for resealable pouches.
- Vacuum & Pneumatic Sealing Support: Enhances sealing reliability for various pouch materials and applications.
4. Automated Quality Control & Real-Time Adjustments
- Siemens PLC-Controlled Functionality: Ensures precise automation and process adjustments.
- Checkweighers & Vision Systems: Automatically verify pouch weight and seal integrity for consistent quality.
- Self-Diagnosing & Error Detection: Identifies inconsistencies and alerts operators, reducing downtime and improving efficiency.
By integrating these cutting-edge technologies, Unified Flex’s stand-up pouch machines ensure precise, reliable, and high-speed packaging for snacks, produce, liquids, coffee, pet food, and more.
Contact Unified Flex today to find the best stand-up pouch packaging solution for your business!
Are Stand-Up Pouch Bagging machines suitable for both food and non-food products?
Yes, stand-up pouch bagging machines are designed to handle both food and non-food products, making them a versatile and efficient packaging solution across various industries.
Food Applications
Snacks & Dry Foods: Chips, nuts, dried fruits, granola
Powders & Granules: Coffee, protein powders, spices, flour
Liquids & Semi-Liquids: Sauces, soups, baby food (spouted pouch system may be required for certain liquids)
Frozen & Refrigerated Items: Frozen vegetables, shredded cheese
Non-Food Applications
Pharmaceutical & Nutraceuticals: Vitamin powders, herbal supplements, medical products
Pet Food & Animal Nutrition: Dry and wet pet food, powdered and liquid supplements
Household & Personal Care: Detergents, soap pods, lotions, bath salts, shampoo refills
Industrial & Chemical Products: Fertilizers, powdered detergents, lubricants, adhesives (high-barrier films may be required for certain chemicals)
With advanced automation, precision sealing, and flexible pouch handling, stand-up pouch machines provide secure, high-quality packaging while preserving product freshness and extending shelf life.
Contact Unified Flex today to find the best stand-up pouch packaging solution for your business!
What features are available for stand-up pouch bagging machines?
Stand-up pouch bagging machines integrate automation, precision engineering, and smart sensors to ensure accurate filling, reliable sealing, and high-speed operation. These features enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve packaging consistency.
1. Pouch Handling & Automation
- Motorized Bag Feeding System: Ensures precise and consistent pouch movement for smooth operation.
- 8-Station Rotary Indexing System: Guides pouches through the opening, filling, settling, sealing, and dispensing stages.
- Vacuum Suction & Gripper Systems: Securely hold and open pouches for accurate filling.
- Bag Detection Sensors: Prevent filling if a pouch is missing or misaligned.
- Quick & Easy Bag Changeover: Adjustable settings allow for different pouch sizes.
2. Advanced Filling Systems
- Auger Fillers: Ideal for powders like spices, coffee, and protein powder.
- Combination Scales: Provide accurate weight measurement for granules, snacks, and nuts.
- Piston Fillers: Best for liquids and semi-liquids, such as sauces and creams.
- Volumetric Cup Fillers: Suitable for dry products like grains and cereals.
- Continuous Pumps: Designed for high-viscosity liquids like syrups and detergents.
3. Sealing & Closure Features
- Digital Temperature-Controlled Heat Sealing: Uses precise heat control to ensure airtight and tamper-proof seals.
- Zipper Opening Mechanism: Ensures proper alignment and sealing of resealable pouches.
- Optional Spout & Cap Integration: Suitable for liquid products requiring resealable pour spouts.
4. Additional Customization & Quality Control
- Nitrogen Flush System: Removes oxygen before sealing to extend product shelf life.
- No-Bag, No-Fill Technology: Stops filling if no pouch is detected, preventing product waste.
- Vacuum Sensors: Ensure pouches are properly opened before filling.
- Lot & Date Code Printers: Essential for compliance and traceability.
Find the Right Pouch Packaging Solution with Unified Flex
Unified Flex offers stand-up pouch bagging machines with these advanced features, ensuring high-speed, reliable, and efficient packaging for food, beverages, pet food, pharmaceuticals, and more.
Need the right pouch packaging machine? Contact Unified Flex today!
We’ve been working with Al Aman and his team at Unified Flex for approximately 5 years. Unified Flex worked on all aspects of our needs to make our process better. They were willing to do what we needed to get done and delivered exactly what we wanted. Not only did Unified Flex provide us with the most economical options, they also provided an exceptional service level that we couldn’t have asked for any better. The best part was, that we got the best bang-for-our-buck. We know we could have spent many times more than what we did.
Gaylan Little, Manager
Sqwincher Corporation
From Farm to Table has an excellent partner-relationship with Unified Flex. We bought our bagging system 10 years ago and have enjoyed working with their team ever since. With the addition of flexible packaging products, Unified Flex has really helped us improve the shelf impact of our packaging. The consistency and quality of their flexible packaging products have been excellent. Unified Flex truly offers complete solutions for flexible packaging design, materials, equipment and technical support. We are more than satisfied with our on-going partnership with Unified Flex and will continue to use them for our packaging needs.
Becky Smollett
From Farm to Table
Our application was unique and challenging because it required equipment that could produce a special shaped pouch. Filling the pouches also produced challenges because of the viscosity of our product. In June 2016 Unified Flex provided us with a customized turnkey system and high-quality packaging film that fit our application perfectly. They also provided us with training and technical support to overcome each challenge that surfaced. We are impressed with the high-quality packaging film and the exceptional printing quality for our pouches that Unified Flex supply us. All-in-all a total solution that assists us in bringing a unique single serving size product to the market.
Peter Ferreira
Nuts N More
I count it a privilege to be working with Unified Flex on this project. Gleanings needs you! I need a partner who understands packaging machinery and can work with me by putting our combined knowledge together and come up with the best machine for Gleanings.
