Touch Screens in Packaging Machines: Why They’re Useful Even for Small Workshops
PACTUR was among the first in the world to offer the convenience of touch screen control on all manual and automatic models, improving the efficiency and ease of use of shrink wrapping machines—making them more intuitive to program and WITH NO EXTRA COST!!!
Technological advancement is no longer reserved for large industries only. Today, even small artisanal or semi-industrial workshops can benefit from advanced solutions that simplify work, improve efficiency, and boost productivity. One of the most significant examples is the introduction of touch screens on shrink wrapping machines—even on the simplest manual and semi-automatic models.
This is exactly what Pactur has done in recent years, fully equipping its machines with PLCs and highly intuitive touch screens, where the icons clearly illustrate the functions that can be activated and adjusted. From the entry-level machines, such as chamber models, to the most high-performance automatic lines, the entire Pactur range is managed by PLC with a touch screen interface.
Even those working with limited volumes can gain great advantages from a modern, intuitive, and intelligent interface. In this article, we explore why the touch screen is an added value, even in small-scale operations.
🔍 What is the touch screen panel in a shrink wrapping machine?
The touch screen in packaging machines replaces traditional mechanical or push-button controls with a digital display (similar to a smartphone), from which all work parameters can be set:
• Sealing temperature
• Shrink time
• Fan or conveyor speed (in tunnels)
• Selection of pre-set programs
• Diagnostics and error messages
• Statistics and cycle count
✅ 7 reasons why even a small workshop should choose a touch screen
Ease of use
Thanks to intuitive icons and guided menus, even an inexperienced operator can quickly learn how to use the machine.
➡️ Reduces training time.
Accuracy and repeatability
Each parameter can be set precisely and saved. The result will be consistent from one batch to the next.
Quick format change
With just a few taps, you can switch from one product type to another using preset programs.
➡️ Ideal for those who package different items throughout the day.
Fewer errors, more control
The system alerts you to any issues (e.g., low temperature) and helps prevent damage to the products or the machine.
Professional image
A workshop using modern technology conveys reliability and innovation to both clients and business partners.
Remote support capability
Some touch screen packaging machines can be connected for remote diagnostics, making technical assistance easier.
No additional cost (with Pactur!)
Many manufacturers offer touch screens only as an optional extra. Pactur, on the other hand, includes them as standard—even on the most affordable models, both manual and automatic.
🛠️ Who can benefit from a touch screen?
|
Type of Business |
Why it’s useful |
|---|---|
|
Food laboratories |
Set precise parameters for each type of food |
|
Artisanal productions |
Easy to use even for solo operators |
|
R&D departments or prototyping |
Quickly change settings, experiment freely |
|
Contract packagers |
Save configurations for each customer |
|
Companies with non-technical staff |
No risk of incorrect operations |
🤖 Pactur: technology made accessible to everyone
Pactur was one of the first companies in the world to integrate touch screens into all its packaging machines—including the most compact and affordable ones.
The goal? To bring innovation to small workshops as well, with no additional costs.
All our machines—from the KLOK 550 chamber sealer to the semi-automatic bundling machine—are equipped with a touch screen panel in Italian (or multilingual), designed to be clear, fast, and reliable.
💬 Want to see how it works?
Watch our demo videos or book a consultation:
📩 pactur@pactur.com
📞 Call us at +39 051 6167287
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🧩 Conclusion
Investing in a packaging machine with a touch screen is not a luxury—it’s a real advantage, even for small-scale or low-volume operations. It means working more efficiently, in less time, and with higher quality.
With Pactur, this technology is within everyone’s reach.
