Full Automatic Vertical Packing Machine

Four Side Sealing Packing Machine

SW-1528  ·  SW-1528B  ·  4-Side Seal Sachet  ·  Powder · Liquid · Paste

Compact vertical form-fill-seal machine producing flat four-side-sealed sachets from rollstock film. One platform covers two configurations: the SW-1528 with a liquid piston pump for ketchup, shampoo, honey, chili paste, and edible oil; and the SW-1528B with an inclined auger screw for milk powder, coffee, MSG, salt, and pharmaceutical powder. A dual-film-rack variant is available for continuous production with minimum downtime during film changeover. Schneider frequency drive, photocell-tracked film feed, dual seal temperature control, SUS304 product-contact surfaces, and a compact 220V single-phase power supply are standard.

ShengWei SW-1528 four-side sealing vertical packing machine — VFFS for coffee powder, MSG, ketchup, and liquid sachets

Quality

CE Certified

Source

Factory Direct · Guangdong

Customization

OEM · Voltage · Language

After-Sales

2-Year Warranty · 24 h Support

Product Overview

SW-1528 / SW-1528B: Vertical FFS for Four-Side Sealed Sachets

The SW-1528 is a compact vertical form-fill-seal machine purpose-built for the four-side seal sachet — a flat pouch sealed along all four edges, suited to single-dose portion packs for condiments, sauces, powder supplements, and pharmaceutical products. Film unwinds from a rear-mounted roll, wraps around a forming shoulder, and is heat-sealed on two longitudinal edges and two cross edges to produce small, flat sachets that stack efficiently in shipping cartons and dispense cleanly on retail display strips.

Two configurations share the same mechanical platform. The SW-1528 uses a liquid piston pump (or optional pneumatic diaphragm pump for viscous or particulate-bearing liquids) with a 30 L 304 stainless steel hopper — ideal for tomato ketchup, honey, shampoo, edible oil, chili paste, salad dressing, and similar liquid or paste products. The SW-1528B replaces the liquid filling system with an inclined auger screw for dry powders — milk powder, coffee, MSG, chicken essence, salt, pharmaceutical powder, and spice blends. A dual-film-rack variant holds two rollstock films simultaneously, allowing continuous production through film changeover and eliminating stop-start losses on long runs.

Standard equipment includes a Schneider frequency converter with HMI rotary speed control, photocell-tracked servo film pull for precise registration with printed films, dual independent temperature controllers for longitudinal and cross seal jaws, a 4-line date printer, a double film clamp plate for stable film travel, easy-tear notch cutting, linked-bag output, and a glass safety enclosure. Film compatibility covers OPP/CPP, PET/PE, NYLON/PE, and plain PE rollstock up to 280 mm wide. For machines that produce three-side-seal sachets on a similar footprint, see the SW-1328 three-side sealing vertical packing machine.

Max Speed (Powder)

100 bags / min

Max Film Width

≤280 mm

Power Consumption

1.5–1.8 kW

Parameter SW-1528 (Liquid / Paste) SW-1528B (Powder)
Filling SystemPiston pump (optional pneumatic pump)Inclined auger screw
Typical ProductsKetchup, honey, oil, shampoo, chili paste, salad dressingMilk powder, coffee, MSG, chicken essence, salt, spice
Packing Speed40–60 bags/min60–100 bags/min
Bag Width25–140 mm50–150 mm
Bag Length50–200 mm25–140 mm
Max Roll Film Width≤280 mm≤280 mm
Machine Weight~290 kg~300 kg
Total Power1.5 kW1.8 kW
Voltage220V 50/60 Hz single phase (customizable)
Bag FormatFour-Side Seal Sachet (flat, four heat-sealed edges)
Control SystemPLC + Schneider Frequency Converter + HMI Touch Screen · Photocell Eye Registration
Sealing SystemDual temperature control (longitudinal + cross seal) · Easy-tear notch cut · Linked-bag output
Contact MaterialSUS304 Stainless Steel
Film MaterialOPP/CPP · PET/PE · NYLON/PE · PE · heat-sealable laminates
Dimensions (L×W×H)1,260 × 960 × 1,800 mm1,260 × 930 × 1,600 mm (standard)
1,300 × 1,120 × 1,602 mm (dual-film-rack)
SafetyGlass safety enclosure · Emergency stop · Overcurrent protection
HMI LanguagesEnglish · Spanish · Arabic · Russian · Korean · French · Chinese (others on request)
Application Scenarios

Recommended Configurations by Product

Each scenario below shows a tested configuration with expected output. The SW-1528 platform handles both dry powders and free-flowing liquids — the correct filling system is selected based on your product. Send us your product type, target dose weight, and bag size for a configuration recommendation.

Ketchup & Sauce Sachets

8–30 g single-serve condiment packs

Config
SW-1528 with piston pump
Hopper
30 L 304 stainless steel (mix / heat options)
Speed
~50 bags/min
8 h Output
≈ 24,000 bags
Clients
Restaurant chains, condiment co-packers, food service exporters

Instant Coffee & Milk Powder

3–20 g dry powder single-serve sachets

Config
SW-1528B with auger screw
Feed
Inclined auger for dry, free-flowing powder
Speed
~80 bags/min
8 h Output
≈ 38,400 bags
Clients
Coffee brands, dairy processors, private label hotel amenities

MSG · Chicken Essence · Salt

2–10 g seasoning & flavour enhancers

Config
SW-1528B with auger screw
Feed
Auger dosing for fine granular powder
Speed
~100 bags/min
8 h Output
≈ 48,000 bags
Add-ons
Date coder, dust collector, nitrogen flushing

Shampoo · Oil · Paste

5–25 g personal care & viscous liquid

Config
SW-1528 with pneumatic pump
Feed
Pneumatic diaphragm pump for viscous or particulate liquid
Speed
~45 bags/min
8 h Output
≈ 21,600 bags
Clients
Hotel amenity OEMs, cosmetic co-packers, sample-pack manufacturers

The SW-1528 platform is dedicated to flat four-side-seal sachets. For granular products in back-seal format, see the SW-2030A back-seal granule machine. For three-side-seal sachets, see the SW-1328 three-side seal machine. For multi-lane stick pack production, see the SW-B10 ten-column back-seal machine. For larger-volume auger powder sachets in wider bags, see the SW-420E collar type auger powder machine.

Bag Format

Output Bag Type: Four-Side Seal Sachet

The SW-1528 / SW-1528B produces flat four-side-seal sachets — pouches heat-sealed along all four edges of a rectangular film panel. This format is the industry standard for single-serve condiment, powder, and liquid portion packs. Four-side sealing offers a tight product-to-film ratio, clean edges for easy-tear opening, and a flat profile that stacks efficiently in shipping cartons and dispenses cleanly from retail display strips.

Four-side seal sachet suitable materials — ketchup, shampoo, honey, oil, chili paste packed by SW-1528

Suitable materials — ketchup, oil, shampoo, sauce, paste, honey

Finished four-side seal sachet samples — coffee, condiment, and seasoning single-serve packs from SW-1528

Finished sachet samples — coffee, condiment, seasoning single-serve

Four-side seal sachet structural diagram — rectangular pouch heat-sealed on all four edges

4-Side Seal Sachet (Standard Output)

Three-side seal sachet structural diagram — alternative flat sachet format

3-Side Seal Sachet (Alternative Format)

Compatible film: OPP/CPP · PET/PE · NYLON/PE · PE · heat-sealable composite laminates up to 280 mm wide. Send your film sample for sealing parameter confirmation before production.

Note: The SW-1528 produces four-side-seal sachets only. For three-side-seal flat sachets, see the SW-1328 three-side sealing machine. For back-seal stick packs or pillow sachets, see the SW-2030A back-seal granule machine.

Machine Operation

How the Four-Side Seal Cycle Works

The forming, filling, and sealing sequence runs continuously with each sachet completed in approximately one second at full speed. A photocell eye reads the print registration mark on the film and adjusts the pull length in real time, ensuring every sachet is cut at the correct position. Both the liquid and powder configurations share the same forming and sealing mechanics — only the filling module changes between SW-1528 and SW-1528B.

01

Film Unwind & Forming

Film unwinds from the rear-mounted roll and passes through the double film clamp plate that stabilises film tension. The dual-film-rack variant loads two rolls simultaneously — when the active roll runs out, the second roll is pre-threaded for quick splice, eliminating the 30–45 minute stop normally required to load fresh film. The forming shoulder wraps the film into a flat tube around the filling spout.

02

Longitudinal Sealing

Heated longitudinal seal bars close along the two long edges of the film tube, forming the side seams of each sachet. The longitudinal seal temperature is controlled independently of the cross seal — this is important when running composite films (such as PET/PE laminates) that require different temperatures on the side seams versus the end seals. Seal jaws are designed for four-side sealing geometry.

03

Metered Filling

Product drops into the formed tube through the central filling spout. The SW-1528 uses a piston pump (or optional pneumatic diaphragm pump for viscous liquids with small particles, such as chili paste) that meters a precise volume per stroke. The SW-1528B uses an inclined auger screw whose rotation count controls the powder dose — suitable for dry, free-flowing powder such as milk powder, coffee, MSG, and salt. Mixing and heating options are available on the liquid hopper for products that separate or solidify at room temperature.

04

Cross Sealing, Cutting & Discharge

Heated cross seal jaws close across the filled tube, simultaneously forming the rear seal of the current sachet and the front seal of the next one. A blade built into the cross seal jaw cuts between sachets to separate them, and an easy-tear notch is stamped into the edge for clean opening by the end user. The 4-line date printer codes production date, batch number, or expiry information onto each sachet. Finished sachets discharge as individual units or as a linked-bag chain for downstream counting and cartoning.

See It in Action

SW-1528 in Operation

Three running-demo videos from real production lines — showing the four-side-seal cycle on powder, liquid, and paste applications. Contact us for a factory-acceptance test video recorded with your own product sample.

Machine Detail

Four Core Systems That Drive Sachet Quality

The SW-1528 platform is built around four mechanical systems that determine seal integrity, dosing accuracy, and film handling reliability. Understanding these systems helps you specify the correct configuration for your product and identify which options (mixing hopper, pneumatic pump, dual-film rack) are needed before quotation. For higher-volume powder applications with wider bags, see the SW-420E collar type auger powder machine.

① Schneider Frequency Drive & Speed Control

A Schneider-brand frequency converter regulates the main motor with a HMI rotary knob for continuous speed adjustment. Smooth acceleration and deceleration protect film integrity at speed changes between SKUs — important when switching from a slow viscous paste to a fast-flowing powder on the same machine. The frequency drive also enables low-speed jog mode for film threading and maintenance.

② Dual-Zone Temperature Control

Two independent PID temperature controllers regulate the longitudinal seal bars and cross seal jaws separately. Four-side sealing requires different temperatures on side seams versus end seals — especially on PET/PE or NYLON/PE laminate films where thermal conductivity varies by seal geometry. Each zone holds set-point within ±1 °C, ensuring consistent seal quality across production runs.

③ Double Film Clamp Plate

The double film clamp plate stabilises film as it passes from the roll to the forming shoulder. This mechanism eliminates film walk, reduces wrinkling on the longitudinal seals, and simplifies film threading after a roll change. On the dual-film-rack variant, the clamp plate accommodates two parallel film paths for continuous production. Film tension is adjustable via spring-loaded dancer arms.

④ Modular Filling Head

The filling head is the only difference between SW-1528 and SW-1528B. The liquid piston pump (SW-1528) mounts above the forming spout on a quick-release bracket — replaceable with a pneumatic diaphragm pump for viscous or particulate-bearing liquids, or with the inclined auger screw (SW-1528B) for dry powder. Changing the filling head takes approximately 45 minutes and does not require modification of the base machine frame, control system, or sealing unit.

SW-1528 four-side sealing packing machine detail infographic — PLC control, film former, date printer, high capacity, four-side sealing geometry
Quality Components

Branded Components You Can Verify

Every critical component on the SW-1528 / SW-1528B is sourced from established industrial brands. Part numbers are listed on the quotation sheet so you can verify pricing and availability independently before you order.

PLC touch screen panel on SW-1528 four-side sealing packing machine — speed, temperature, and bag length control

PLC Touch Screen Panel

Colour HMI touch screen mounted on the right side of the machine for easy operator access. Displays packing speed, bag length, longitudinal and cross seal temperature, production count, and fault codes. Seven languages standard.

Dual PID temperature controllers for longitudinal and cross seal jaws on SW-1528 four-side sealing packing machine

Dual PID Temperature Controller

Two independent temperature loops — one for longitudinal (side) seals and one for cross (end) seals. Each holds set-point within ±1 °C for consistent seal quality on laminate films that require different side and end seal temperatures.

Inclined auger screw filler for SW-1528B four-side sealing powder packing machine — dosing for coffee, milk powder, MSG, salt

Inclined Auger Screw Filler

SUS304 stainless steel hopper with servo-driven inclined auger. Rotation count determines the dose — precise volumetric filling for dry, free-flowing powder such as coffee, milk powder, MSG, salt, chicken essence, and pharmaceutical powder.

Schneider frequency converter and circuit breaker for main motor speed control on SW-1528 four-side sealing packing machine

Schneider Frequency Drive

Schneider-brand frequency converter with rotary speed knob on the HMI panel. Controls main motor acceleration, deceleration, and jog speed — protects film integrity during speed changes between SKUs.

Four-line date printer mechanism on SW-1528 four-side sealing packing machine — batch code and expiry printing

4-Line Date Printer

Built-in 4-line coding mechanism prints production date, batch number, expiry, and lot code directly onto each sachet during the sealing cycle. Characters are embossed on the film for permanent, tamper-evident marking.

Film unwinding system with double film clamp plate on SW-1528 four-side sealing packing machine

Double Film Clamp Plate

Dual-plate clamp assembly stabilises film tension as it passes from the roll to the forming shoulder. Eliminates film walk, reduces wrinkling on longitudinal seals, and simplifies film threading after a roll change.

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Decision Guide

Four-Side Seal vs Three-Side Seal — Which Sachet Format Do You Need?

Both formats start from rollstock film and produce flat sachets on a vertical FFS machine. The key difference is sealing geometry: four-side seal closes all four edges, three-side seal uses the folded film edge as one side. Choose based on your film cost sensitivity, seal appearance, and packaging strength requirements.

Choose Four-Side Seal (SW-1528 / SW-1528B) When:

  • You need a symmetrical sachet with clean edges on all four sides for premium retail presentation
  • Your product is powder, liquid, or paste (both filling configurations available)
  • You need an easy-tear notch on any edge for consumer-friendly opening
  • Your film has printed graphics designed around a four-panel layout
  • You run moderate-volume single-dose portion packs (40–100 bags/min)
  • You need dual-film-rack capability for continuous production on long runs

Choose Three-Side Seal (SW-1328) When:

  • You want slightly lower film cost per sachet — three-side seal uses a folded film edge
  • Your product is primarily dry granule or powder
  • Your packaging design locates the tear notch at the top of the sachet only
  • You prefer a simpler sealing mechanism with fewer temperature zones

When This Machine Is Not the Right Fit

The SW-1528 produces flat four-side-seal sachets only. For back-seal stick packs or pillow sachets, see the SW-2030A back-seal granule machine, SW-2030B back-seal powder machine, or SW-B10 ten-column back-seal stick pack machine. For pyramid-shaped triangle bags, see the SW-1022 triangle bag machine. For high-volume liquid sachets in three-side-seal format, the SW-420F collar type liquid machine offers a wider bag range and faster speeds. For premade stand-up pouches or spouted packs, use the premade bag packing machine family or the spout pouch filling and capping machine (SW-CCS6).

About the Manufacturer

Why Choose ShengWei Machine

Factory Direct from Guangdong

Designed and manufactured in our own 11,000 m² factory in Shantou, Guangdong. No trading companies, no middlemen — you work directly with the engineers who build your machine. Factory visits welcome by appointment and sample runs arranged on the production floor.

Built-to-Order Configuration

Filling system (piston pump, pneumatic pump, or auger screw), voltage (220V, 50/60 Hz), HMI language (English, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Portuguese, and others), dual-film-rack option, mixing / heating hopper, and accessories are all configurable per order. OEM branding available for distributors.

Lifetime Remote Support

Free remote video technical support for the life of the machine — not just the warranty period. Spare parts ship from our factory within 3 working days. On-site installation and operator training available on request (travel costs quoted separately).

80+ Export Countries

ShengWei machines are deployed in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, Mexico, Colombia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and 70+ additional markets — across food, condiment, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries that rely on four-side-seal sachet packaging.

Client Feedback

What Our Clients Say

We bought the SW-1528B with the auger filler to pack 5 g instant coffee sachets for our hotel amenity line. The machine runs at around 85 bags per minute for our film and the seal quality has been consistent through twelve months of daily operation. Switching between our standard coffee blend and the instant tea product took less than ten minutes — we only change the auger speed on the HMI. The remote support team was responsive when we needed help tuning the cross-seal temperature for our laminate film.

Alejandro P.

Production Manager — Private-Label Coffee Packer, Mexico

We run the SW-1528 with a pneumatic pump for chili paste in 15 g portion sachets — our product has pepper seeds and fibre that a piston pump could not handle. The pneumatic option was exactly what we needed. The dual temperature controller is important for our PET/PE film — the side seals need 20 °C less than the end seals, and the separate zones made that easy to configure. About eighteen months of steady production with only scheduled maintenance so far.

Chinedu O.

Plant Director — Food Condiment Exporter, Nigeria

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What products can the SW-1528 / SW-1528B pack?

The SW-1528 liquid configuration packs tomato ketchup, honey, edible oil, shampoo, chili paste, salad dressing, and other liquids or pastes — with an optional pneumatic diaphragm pump for viscous products or liquids containing small particles. The SW-1528B powder configuration packs milk powder, coffee, MSG, chicken essence, salt, sugar, spice blends, pharmaceutical powder, and other dry free-flowing powders. Both configurations produce flat four-side-seal sachets from 25 mm to 150 mm wide. The auger filler is recommended for small-dose dry powder that flows consistently — sticky or clumping powders may require a custom hopper design.

What's the difference between SW-1528 and SW-1528B?

The mechanical platform — frame, sealing unit, PLC control, film handling, and safety enclosure — is identical. The only difference is the filling head. The SW-1528 uses a liquid piston pump (or optional pneumatic diaphragm pump) mounted above the forming spout, with a 30 L stainless steel hopper that supports optional mixing and heating for products that separate or solidify at room temperature. The SW-1528B replaces the liquid system with an inclined auger screw for dry powder. The speed range differs slightly: SW-1528 runs at 40–60 bags/min (liquid dosing is slower); SW-1528B runs at 60–100 bags/min. Changing from liquid to powder configuration requires replacing the filling head — approximately 45 minutes.

What is the dual-film-rack variant and when do I need it?

The dual-film-rack variant holds two rollstock films simultaneously — one active and one pre-threaded as backup. When the active roll runs out, operators splice to the second roll without stopping production, eliminating the 30–45 minute stoppage normally required to thread fresh film through the clamp plate, forming shoulder, and seal jaws. This feature makes economic sense on continuous long-run production (8-hour shifts or longer) where film changeover becomes the primary bottleneck. The dual-film-rack version is 5 cm wider and has a slightly different machine footprint (1,300 × 1,120 × 1,602 mm vs. the standard 1,260 × 930 × 1,600 mm for SW-1528B). Available on both liquid and powder configurations.

What bag sizes and film widths are supported?

Bag width range is 25–140 mm on the SW-1528 (liquid) and 50–150 mm on the SW-1528B (powder). Bag length range is 50–200 mm on the SW-1528 and 25–140 mm on the SW-1528B. Maximum rollstock film width is 280 mm on both configurations. Changing bag width requires replacing the forming collar and sealing mould (both are cut to the target bag width) — we supply a standard size set with the machine and offer additional sizes as accessories. For bag widths larger than 150 mm, use the SW-420E collar type auger powder machine (widths up to 320 mm) or the SW-420F collar type liquid machine.

What film materials are compatible?

The machine is compatible with OPP/CPP (standard for food sachets), PET/PE (higher heat resistance, common for laminates with printed graphics), NYLON/PE (high oxygen barrier for moisture-sensitive powders), plain PE, and other heat-sealable composite films. The dual-zone temperature control allows independent tuning of the longitudinal and cross seals, which matters for laminates where the side seams and end seals have different film thickness profiles. Maximum film width is 280 mm. We strongly recommend sending a sample of your rollstock film for a sealing test before production — film compatibility depends on specific composition, not just the general material category.

What voltage and HMI language options are available?

The standard voltage is 220V 50/60 Hz single phase, which covers most global markets. The machine draws only 1.5–1.8 kW so no three-phase supply is needed. Other voltages are available on request — specify at the time of order. The HMI panel supports seven standard languages: English, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Korean, French, and Chinese. Additional languages can be configured if you supply translation materials for the menu strings. Both voltage and language must be confirmed before we begin production.

What safety features are included?

A glass safety enclosure surrounds the sealing and cutting stations to prevent operator contact with heated jaws and moving blades during normal operation. The enclosure includes an interlock that stops the machine if the door is opened during the cycle. Standard electrical safety includes emergency stop buttons on the front panel, overcurrent protection via Schneider circuit breakers, and thermal cutouts on all heating elements. Pneumatic safety valves vent cylinder pressure when the machine stops. The machine is CE-marked and certified for export to EU, Middle East, Southeast Asian, Latin American, and African markets.

What warranty and after-sales support is included?

2-year warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal operation and maintenance. Consumable wear parts (sealing strips, heating elements, cutting blades, auger screws in contact with abrasive powders) are excluded from warranty. Spare parts ship from our Guangdong factory within 3 working days. Remote video technical support via WhatsApp or video call is free for the lifetime of the machine — not limited to the warranty period. On-site installation and operator training are available on request (travel and accommodation quoted separately, typically 5–7 days on-site).

What is the lead time and payment terms?

Standard lead time is 15–25 working days after deposit confirmation. Payment: 30% deposit on order, 70% balance before shipment (T/T). Custom configurations — pneumatic pump option, dual-film-rack, mixing / heating hopper, non-standard voltage, or special HMI language — may add 5–10 working days. The SW-1528 is a compact single-unit machine so shipping is economical by sea freight; air freight is available for urgent orders. Contact us with your requirements for a confirmed production schedule and freight quotation.

Can I send a product sample for a packing test?

Yes. Ship a sample of your product (approximately 500 g of powder, 1 L of liquid) and your rollstock film (or a sample bag with the same film specification) to our Shantou factory. We will run a packing test on the actual SW-1528 or SW-1528B, record a video of the four-side-seal result, and share it along with the recommended sealing parameters, dosing settings, and any configuration adjustments needed. This is the most reliable way to confirm machine suitability and sachet appearance before committing to an order. Contact us for the shipping address and sample instructions.
Resources

Expert Guides

What Is a Vertical Form-Fill-Seal Machine?

How vertical FFS machines work, what sachet formats they produce, and how they compare to horizontal flow wrap and premade bag systems.

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Four-Side Seal vs Three-Side Seal

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Liquid Sachet vs Powder Sachet Packaging

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