Kwik Tech Gems

A customer’s PFM Hurricane flow wrapper was producing random unsealed spots in the fin seal — but it wasn’t a bearing failure. The real culprit was debris and film build-up on the fin-sealing wheel assembly and activation cylinder. A simple clean restored perfect seals and prevented costly downtime — another example of how basic daily maintenance can save hours of troubleshooting.

Flow Wrapper Service & Maintenance Guide: 10 Common Faults and Easy Fixes

When a flow wrapper breaks down, every minute of downtime costs production. For many Australian food manufacturers, waiting days for an OEM technician is no longer acceptable. That’s where PacMatix  steps in — the leading flow wrapper repair and service specialist in Melbourne , trusted by bakeries, snack manufacturers, and produce packers across the country. From our Melbourne-based service hub , we provide fast, expert repairs  and maintenance for all major flow wrapper b

Visible end seal cut on packaged croissants, highlighting the damage caused by misaligned flow wrapper sealing jaws.

How a simple carbon-impression test uncovered uneven sealing pressure on a flow wrapper—and the exact steps we took to fix it, from deep cleaning to knife realignment.