CT11 Tea bag packaging

Machine overview

C-Through – Visibly the best quality

Based on a modular structure the CT11 encompasses the highest level of currently available technology in a complete line boasting an exceptionally reduced foot-print even in its complete version including sealed outer envelope and cartoning stations. Responding to the latest no-plast market trends, the new machine is able to handle compostable and/or recyclable packaging materials, from filter material to paper cardboard.
The production cycle of the CT11 filter bag has been specifically designed with the precise aim of following the forming of each single bag, phase by phase, beginning with the use of individual packaging material reels such as tag, filter material and cotton thread, resulting in a very linear structure for easy accessibility. Starting from the forming of the filter bag material tube complete with tag and cotton thread and passing through a first transversal sealing & cutting station, a subsequent filling one and to end with, through a second sealing & cutting operation, each filter bag takes shape step by step and is ready to be processed in the next packaging station.
The unique modular structure of the CT11 allows the integration of a compact outer envelope sealing unit available for either tetrahedral or pillow bags and guaranteeing maximum protection against oxidisation. The enevelope sealing profile is continuous and performed on a single station.
The cartoning attachment fitted on the CT11 machine allows the packaging of cartons from a minimum of 10 to a maximum of 25 bags. The cartoning attachment automatically forms the cartons, fills them with a pre-determined quantity of bags and finally closes them. Its versatility allows the packaging of enveloped bags stacked either vertically or horizontally according to the marketing needs.

Production plant

IMA Tea & Herbs

Machine highlights


  1. Production speed

    Up to 200 tetrahedral and pillow bags per minute.


  2. Ultrasonic sealing

    Ultrasonic technology for both woven and non woven materials.


  3. Dosing system

    Multihead weighing system for top precision dosing.


  4. Single bag rejection

    To maximise production efficiency and quality.


  5. Unique modular structure

    Modular and integrated structure complete with outer envelope and cartoning units


  6. Lay-out

    Reduced foot-print.


  7. Integrated cartoner

    Top & Tail carton packaging solution

Machine video trailer

Tea bag packaging

Multihead weighing system

Bag forming unit

Cotton thread and tag sealing wheel

Bag sealing system

Bag cutting unit

Envelope sealing station

Delta robot for top and tail, counting and rejecting

Stacking introduction inside the carton

Pre-glued carton forming

Technical information

Production speed (bags/min)Up to 200 bags or envelopes per minute
Teabag capacity

From 2.2 to a maximum of 16 cm3 according to bag size

Power required

Total installed power : 50 kw
Average power consumption : 12 kw
Maximum power consumption : 16 kw

Compressed air

Exercise pressure: 6 bar
Consumption: up to max. 880 Nl/min

Machine net weight

Max. 5850 kg

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