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Flow Wrapper Glossary
A comprehensive glossary of flow wrapper terminology, machine components and packaging concepts. Learn the definitions of common flow wrapper terms used throughout the food packaging industry, from forming boxes and sealing jaws to industrial machine classifications

PacMatix
11 min read


How to Choose a Flow Wrapper -What Australian Buyers Should Actually Look For Before Investing in a Horizontal Flow Wrapper
An engineering-focused buyer’s guide to choosing a horizontal flow wrapper — including supplier evaluation, machine comparison, sealing performance, automation platforms, serviceability, and long-term operational reliability.

Ettienne van Vuuren
21 min read


How to Teach a Flow Wrapper Print Registration Photocell
Learn how to correctly teach an eyemark photocell on a horizontal flow wrapper, including sensor positioning, print registration setup, troubleshooting unstable readings, and common mechanical causes of registration drift.

PacMatix
8 min read


Flow Wrapper Parts Explained -How a Flow Wrapper Works
Diagram of a horizontal flow wrapper showing key parts including the infeed conveyor, forming box, sealing jaws, and exit conveyor.

Ettienne van Vuuren
8 min read
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