Used Switchback BGF-12 Trayformer - 2017

Used Switchback BGF-12 Tray Former.

The BGF-12 is a compact, hot-melt glue tray former designed to erect corrugated trays for packaging, often used in the beverage industry at speeds up to 12–15 trays per minute. It is manufactured by Mpac Group (Switchback) and is ideal for craft breweries, wineries, and beverage manufacturers to automate packaging, saving on labor and material costs.

Manufactured in USA in 2017. This unit is currently set up for 12 oz. trays but can be configured for multiple tray options. It has been maintained by Switchback and operated reliably since originally installed.

– Heavy-duty construction

– Small footprint

– Allen Bradley PLC

– Operator HMI

– Large capacity tray magazine

– Interlocked barrier guarding

– Hot melt glue system

– Elevated frame for sanitation/takeaway conveyor

– Photo-eyes

– Casters for mobility

– Plunge style forming head

– Forms up to 12 trays per minute

– Tooling designed specific to tray

Key Aspects of the Switchback BGF-12 Trayformer:

• Function: Forms four-corner glue style corrugated trays, often used for 6, 12, or 24-pack bottles/cans.
• Key Features: It features a hot-melt glue system, shuttle motion, Allen Bradley PLC control, and an operator touch screen.
• Usage Examples: Primarily used by manufacturers for creating display trays for craft beer, cider, kombucha, wine, and caffeinated drinks.
• Synonyms/Related Products: It is part of the Switchback GF (Glue Former) Series, and often referred to as the Switchback BGFX-12 or simply a Switchback Glue Tray Former.
• Capabilities: Capable of producing up to 15 trays per minute, depending on the application.

This machine is currently in a cider manufacturing facility and is being replaced by a faster cartoner/tray former.