Tea bag packaging
Technology
Leadership and know-how
in tea bag packaging.
Since 1967, IMA has been developing many different machine models to pack tea and herbs. Each model has been designed to respond to a special market demand, both in terms of capacity and style. IMA’s machines are suitable to pack many kinds of products: tea, herbs, flavoured teas and chamomile. The handling of delicate products can present difficulties, but IMA has been able to design dedicated technical solutions allowing the packaging of products with even the most particular characteristics. IMA counts the widest range of packaging alternatives to suit all requirements. IMA has been constantly searching for innovative solutions necessary to respond to market demands and necessary to maintain IMA’s leadership in the tea packaging sector.
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Key benefits
Electronic systems
All IMA machines are equipped with state-of-the-art electronic systems and a high number of devices to guarantee entire production quality.
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Key benefits
Highest efficiency
The continuous search for innovative and up-to-date technical solutions contributes to the achievement of the highest levels of efficiency and the best product quality.
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Ease of maintenance
IMA’s main objective is to make each machine simple to operate and easy to maintain. This is achieved, for example, by reducing machine adjustments to a minimum and by avoiding lubrication.
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Security and quality
IMA counts on total security, product quality and complete automation to guarantee a constantly controlled production cycle.
Tea bag styles
Tea bag styles
Double chamber
The double chamber design allows water to flow more freely through the tea leaves, improving infusion.
Non heat-sealable
double chamber
IMA’s iconic double-chamber filter bag with string and tag is a marvel of modern tea packaging technology. Designed to ensure a pure tea experience without any metallic interference, the non heat-sealable double-chamber bags are without aluminium staples. Cotton thread and tag fixing is achieved by two simple knots.

Related machines
C24-IQ
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag

IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C24E
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag

IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C24T
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag

IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C27-E
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag

IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C28-E
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag

IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
EC15
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag

IMA MAI S.A.U.
Heat-sealable
double chamber
The heat-sealable double-chamber filter bag is a versatile solution for packaging tea and other herbs. This filter bag features a string and tag designed without an aluminium staple. The cotton thread and tag are fixed using adhesive paper, ensuring a strong and reliable seal.

Tea bag styles
Single chamber
A basic type of tea bag made from one compartment filled with tea and herbs.
Single chamber
without string
and tag
The heat-sealable single-chamber filter bag without string and tag is a highly efficient packaging solution designed for tea and herbs. The absence of string and tag simplifies the packaging process and reduces waste, making it an eco-friendly option.

Single chamber
with knotted string
and tag
The heat-sealable gusseted single-chamber filter bag provides extra space for the product to move freely, ensuring better infusion and richer flavour.
The bag comes with a knotted string and tag, avoiding the need for metal staples and making it more environmentally friendly.
This design simplifies the brewing process for consumers.

Related machines
C58
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Single chamber filter bag

IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
Single chamber
with string
and tag
The heat-sealable single-chamber filter bag is designed for efficient and high-quality tea packaging. The addition of a string and tag makes this solution convenient for users to steep their tea without hassle.

Tea bag styles
Tetrahedral and Pillow
Experience the perfect brew with IMA’s see-through tetrahedral tea bags, designed to showcase the beauty of long-leaf teas. Ideal for any high-quality tea, these bags offer a luxurious tea-drinking experience, making every cup a moment to savour.

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Key benefits
All in a single machine
IMA tea bag machines offer a comprehensive solution for packaging tea and herbs. The tea packing machines are designed to handle the entire packaging process, from filling tea bags to sealing outer envelopes and packing them into cartons. This integrated approach ensures efficiency and consistency, making it easier for producers to maintain high quality standards. IMA’s tea bag maker machines provide the versatility and reliability needed to meet diverse packaging requirements. With their advanced technology and extremely compact design, these machines streamline the production process, helping businesses save time and reduce costs.
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Seamless integration with end-of-line solutions
IMA tea bag making machines can be seamlessly integrated with downstream machines for a comprehensive end-of-line packaging solution. This integration offers the most complete packaging solution on the market, covering every aspect of the tea packaging process, from the tea bag to the pallet, passing through overwrapping and case packing.
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Turnkey solutions
Machine overview
C2000
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C2000R
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – RI Division
C2002
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C21R
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – RI Division
C23R
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – RI Division
C24-IQ
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C24E
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C24T
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C27-E
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C28-E
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C28-E PLUS
Tea bag packaging
New
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C51
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Single chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C51R
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Single chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – RI Division
C58
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Single chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
C59
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Single chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
CT10
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Tetrahedral filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
CT11
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Tetrahedral filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – TEA & HERBS
EC12 Series
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Single chamber filter bag
IMA MAI S.A.U.
EC15
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA MAI S.A.U.
EC24 Series
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Single chamber filter bag
IMA MAI S.A.U.
MD20
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – RI Division
MD20 PLUS
Tea bag packaging
Pack style: Double chamber filter bag
IMA S.p.A. – RI Division
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