
Packaging Machine Controller
Packaging Machine Controller
SS-PLC-V4
The packaging machine controller SS-PLC-V4 controller is a dedicated controller designed for the VFFS machine control. This controller is pre-programmed to control the bagging and filling systems used in the packaging machines. The controller has been suited to be used for all variants of the Form-Fill-Seal machines with different filler systems.
Specifications:
Parameter | Details |
---|---|
Operating Voltage | 24VDC, 3W |
Digital Outputs | 16x digital outputs PNP 1 x pulse train output NPN type for motor control |
Digital Inputs | 10 x digital inputs PNP |
Communication | 1 x RS232 Modbus RTU |
Timings | 10ms and 1ms resolution settable timers |
Interface | Interface with standard HMI over Modbus RTU protocol |
Size | 120mm x 65mm x 110mm ( L x W x D ) |
Mounting | 35mm DIN Rail Mount |

Key Features:
- Dedicated Control Action: Controller is specifically designed to control the operations of the VFFS packaging machine.
- HMI Integration: An intuitive user-friendly interface for easy operation and control.
- Flexible Programming: The machine logic can be changed and customized as per the requirement.
- Robust Design: Designed to perform well over a long period in industrial settings.
Applications:
Linear Weigher Packaging Machines:
Functions and Parameters Output List
- Film Pulling – via VFD / Stepper Drive
- Horizontal Sealer Jaw
- Vertical Sealer Jaw
- Batch Cutter
- Perforation Cutter
- Nitrogen Gas Flushing
- Printer
- Unwinding Motor
- Dump Request
- Alarm Output
- Funnel Stroker
- Timing Memory Bucket
Functions and Parameters Input List
- Start Push-Button
- Stop Push-Button
- Photomark Sensor
- Unwinding Motor Start Sensor
- Unwinding Motor Stop Sensor
- Material Ready
- Emergency Stop Switch
- Air-Pressure OK Switch
- Paper End Sensor
- Jaw Close Sensor


VFFS Control Action:
Settable Parameters
- Film Length
- Photomark Delay and Blanking Time
- Jaw Operation Delay and On-Time
- Batch Cutter Operation Delay, On-Time and Strip Count
- Perforation Cutter Operation Delay, On-Time
- Printer Operation Delay, On-Time
- Unwinding Motor Time-Out Delay
- Nitrogen Gas Flush Operation Delay, On-Time
- Timing Bucket Operation Delay and On-Time
- Filling Sequence – Fill Before Seal / Fill After Seal
- Settable Number Of Material Dumps In 1 Pouch

Functional parameters are recipe-wise settable. The user can create his recipes based on the pouch length and seal requirements.
The SS-PLC-V4 provides a easy and reliable control to automate the operations of the vertical form fill and seal machine which are fitted with linear weighers.