How Does a Table Top Impulse Heat Sealer Work?

A table top impulse heat sealer can be used for a variety of different industry needs. From food packaging to apparel manufacturers, impulse heat sealers implement a simple design and operation allowing for a fast, accurate seal. Table top impulse heat sealers are hand-operated and are designed to seal about 1,000 bags per day. If you are looking for a heat sealer that allows for a higher frequency than 1,000 bags per day, there are several advanced (semi-automatic) models that can accommodate your needs.

Our table top impulse heat sealers are available in three different models. The P, FS and FT series (new version: TK series) come in different lengths, shapes, and are designed to accommodate different sealing needs. To determine which table top impulse heat sealer is the right choice for you, read more about how impulse heat sealers work:

The P series is known for its simplicity. It includes a heating-time adjuster knob that allows you to set the appropriate heating time for the bag. Once the clamping lever is lowered, the heating light will turn on. A great feature of these sealers is the brief beeping sound indicating that the sealing is complete. There are two variations in length: 200mm (P-200) or 300mm (P-300). The sealer comes equipped with a 2mm heating element. Another option is to replace the standard heating element with a fusion-cut heating element.

The P series also has a cutter mechanism on the PC-200 and PC-300 models. This mechanism has a cutter knob that slides across the bag after sealing to cut off any excess material from the end of the bag.

The FS series is perfect for a wide range of industries and applications. It is ideal for individual packaging, as well as for small packing of parts and food materials at plants. This unit is compact, taking up very little space, and is very mobile. In order to operate the FS series, you set the appropriate heating time for the bag with the heating-time adjuster knob. Then simply apply light pressure to the table with your hands as you hold the bag. This results in a powerful sealing pressure that ensures secure and clean sealing. This series is perfect for pastries and confectioneries, pasta and noodles, medicine, office supplies, books, magazines, fresh produce, etc.

The FT series (new version: TK series) is known for its simple operation, yet strong seal! Much like the other table top impulse sealers, you use the heating-time adjuster knob to set the appropriate time. Then simply press down the handle with your hand as you hold the bag for a powerful sealing pressure to create the perfect seal.

FT-130 (T-130K) and FT-230 (T-230K) are configured to heat the bag using a double sided method as well as applying an enhanced, powerful sealing pressure. These sealers are capable of sealing bags with a total film thickness of up to 0.5mm.

By determining the daily sealing frequency your company requires and the applications the sealer is needed for, you can make an informed decision on which impulse heat sealer is right for you!

Benefits of ONPUL Impulse Heat Sealers

The leaders in enterprise and manufacturing throughout the world rely on Fuji Impulse for all of their sealing product needs. They're the company that has been at the forefront of the industry for over half a century.

The world's top manufacturers and organizations haven't the time to experiment with lesser quality machines like the constant heat sealers that are offered elsewhere. Sealers that utilize the constant heat method can endanger the safety of employees. Constant heat sealers keep their sealing area hot at all times, thus exposing employees to potentially life-threatening, on-the-job injuries. Unlike constant heat sealers, the sealing area on the ONPUL impulse sealer is hot only when in use. This reduces the length of time that employees are liable to come in contact with the hot surfaces required for quality sealing.

With the dangers posed by climate change proven to be a scientifically-acknowledged fact, organizations everywhere are looking for new ways to lighten their environmental footprint. ONPUL impulse sealers reduce the energy consumed during the packaging process. This is accomplished by not wasting energy through constantly maintaining a hot temperature on the sealing surface. Environmentally-minded companies are replacing their old constant heat sealers with new energy efficient ONPUL impulse sealers.

In the process they are streamlining their bottom line by:
Lowering the energy bills of their packaging departments
Reducing payroll hours from employees standing around waiting for sealers to heat up or to cool down
Decreasing the risk of on the job injuries by eschewing sealers that use the potentially dangerous constant heat method

Businesses that are involved in high volume production need reliable sealing machines. They require cost effective machinery that will provide consistent seals for each unit of their products.

Constant heat sealers, when used continuously in a high volume production setting, can begin to have temperature variations. The strains of overwork show up as lapses in sealing quality and lapses of non-conformity to standards. So they aren't recommended for the prolonged use demanded in such a situation.

ONPUL impulse sealers are engineered to withstand the rigors of prolonged use that is demanded in high volume production. Whether they are used in the electronics or the aerospace industry, in the field of medicine or food manufacturing, the applications for ONPUL impulse sealers are as varied as the industries that have come to rely upon them.

For the precision in packaging that is so necessary for the safe arrival of your product when shipped from the manufacturer, to a distributor and on to the consumer, make sure that it's done right the first time, each and every time.

In today’s demanding global marketplace, competition for resources requires the exacting conformity of every unit of product that you manufacture to minute specifications. Waste must be minimized in all facets of operations. There is no room for sealing machines that overheat or fail to provide a uniform seal for each unit produced. Whether it is the first or last unit of production, consistency of packaging is not an option. It is a stringent necessity that cannot be overlooked in any field or industry.

Companies whose packaging must meet exacting standards look to impulse heat sealers to steer them smoothly into port. Some manufacturers may know the exact temperature that provides the absolute best seal for their product.

ONPUL impulse sealing technology allows you to adjust the sealing temperature to the exact degree required for the optimal sealing of your product. That can save you big time by acing that all important last step of your work. With the perfect packaging of your product, you can be assured of its safe arrival at its destination via all types of shipping services.

What is an Impulse Heat Sealer?

Have you tried using an impulse heat sealer? This device is used by lab techs, engineers, production managers and manufacturers to seal different kinds of packaging. It is widely used for polyethylene and polypropylene bags, as well as thermoplastic packages. If you want to get maximum productivity in using this device, you should look for high quality that can provide you with great benefits.

Why are impulse heat sealers popular?
They are simple to use in homes. Just put the food inside the special food saver bag, and seal it to protect from dust, insects and air that can spoil it. Impulse heat sealers also give an option to freeze meat in bulk for later use, allowing you to store it in food bags and seal it. This way, you’ll feel safe that it will not be spoiled when exposed to air. When you need to pack things that need to stay dry, heat sealers can do a great job because sealed bags do not allow water to penetrate. The same is true with clothing that you want to store in safe places away from bad smells, insects, and dust.

Impulse sealers are categorized into two sections, manual and automatic. Manual sealers are operated by placing a bag in the sealer’s jaws, pushing them closed, and removing the sealed bag afterwards. The typical size of a sealer is the same as a handy stapler. Automatic sealers have slightly different features. Here is how they operate:

You don't have to operate an automatic heat sealer since it is designed to seal packages continuously. All you have to do is adjust its settings to seal packaging materials that need different sealing times and temperatures. However, make sure that you program it correctly. If you make a mistake in setting it on a short sealing time, you might end up creating a weak seal. On the other hand, if you set it too long, you might produce a burnt package. 

The sealing process works through a quick supply of electrical current sent through a wire that transforms electrical energy into heat. The heat flows quickly into the sealer's jaw, and is pressed over the sides of the bag in order to melt them together. This way, packaging is sealed completely and permanently, until it is broken. 

The parts to be sealed are inserted between the sealing blades. When electricity and heat are delivered instantly through the heater ribbon, the sections for sealing are then pressed.
When electricity stops, the seal is not removed immediately for pressure cooling and to provide a clean finish.

There are several types of impulse heat sealers that we offer to a variety of industries. Some of the most popular impulse sealers are:

• Table top
• Semi-automatic table top
• Foot-operated
• Vacuum sealers
• Gas flush and vacuum sealers
• Long size impulse sealer
• Medical

Each impulse sealer model operates differently, has different safety features, and can be utilized in several different industries. To fully understand how each of our impulse sealer models work, check out our General Catalog.

Why should you prefer a Fuji Impulse heat sealer?
One great thing with this type of sealer is that its microprocessor is controlled, providing you the following benefits:

• There is no waiting time; all you have to do is turn on the switch, and its ready for use.
• Since it has a varying high-temperature sealing bar, the risk of heat injury is low.
• Generates energy cost savings by just using the power when you’re sealing.
• You can produce a very clean sealing result because sealing and cooling process are done in a continued pressure.
• The sealers can deliver consistent and high-grade sealing that meets the requirements of food, medical and high-tech industries.

When you try this kind of impulse heat sealer you’re not only increasing your packaging productivity, but you’re also saving in costs. Aside from saving money, you are guaranteed a quality product that has no risks!

What is an ONPUL Impulse Sealer?

Established engineers, lab techs, manufacturers or production managers are likely to be familiar with the concept of an impulse sealer. If you are new to this type of sealing system, here is a brief description of how the concept works and what the advantages of these sealing systems are.

An impulse sealer heat-seals packages of varying shapes, sizes and descriptions using thermal conductivity. Controlled by highly advanced microprocessors, a high current is sent on impulse to the heater ribbon, which is located on the heating-blade's surface.

On placing the section requiring sealing between the heating blades and pressing, the heater ribbon receives the current – and subsequently heat – and thermally fuses the section. The current then stops and the seal is kept under pressure until cooled. This allows the finish of the seal to remain clean, a matter that is often a problem with constant heat sealers, where the loss of pressure can lead to untidy, weakened seals.

This process has several advantages. First of all, impulse sealers are instantly ready for use; there is no waiting until the unit has heated up sufficiently, effectively reducing production times, for instance. Second, unlike constant heat sealers, which require continual electricity supply for continued use, this type of sealer only requires power during the actual process of sealing, making it far more economical.

Third, the risk of injury to operators is greatly reduced, as there are no constantly hot surfaces. Finally, but by no means least importantly, because both fusion and cooling of the seal take place under pressure, seals are always clean, tidy and consistent in strength!

ONPUL impulse sealers are a much more advanced version of this concept. Essentially, ONPUL stands for ‘temperature control impulse sealer.’ It is a term put together from 'ON' - derived from the Japanese word for temperature, 'Ondo,' and 'PUL' which comes from the 'pulse' in 'control impulse sealer'.

To put it in a nutshell, ONPUL impulse sealers have a special added function that makes them even more efficient than other systems using this concept, namely the ability to monitor and maintain the desired setting to seal at a given ideal temperature.

High-precision sealing is achieved through melting film at its precise fusing temperature, then allowing it to cool while remaining under pressure. Once the desired temperature has been set, it is maintained by micro-computer control and high-sensitivity, low-profile sensors directly measuring the temperature of the heater blades.

As a result, seals will remain clean and strong even after prolonged use - such as in volume production runs, for example. Because the temperature is continually monitored and adjusted to remain at the ideal setting, changes in environmental or machine temperatures no longer lead to changes in the appearance and/ or strength of seals.

In addition, ONPUL impulse sealers are also extremely energy and labor efficient. Heaters are only supplied with power as and when needed, and only require enough power to achieve the desired temperature, meaning there are no waiting times or excess use of electricity. Because parts are only heated when in use - and are then kept at a constant temperature - wear, which is often a result of gradual over-heating, is also reduced.

In short, an ONPUL impulse sealer allows you to set the ideal conditions required to achieve perfect seals every time, even after long periods of use, while simultaneously providing substantial savings on time, effort and maintenance. This makes them the most reliable and cost-effective solution to sealing requirements in any given setting – from food or medical to industrial and/or technological component packaging and anything between.

A range of available sizes – from table top and semi-automated table top and foot-operated sealers to medical, vacuum and long size sealers – further ensures that equipment is available to suit any sealing requirements in a whole range of industries.

All About Impulse Heat Sealers

Fuji heat sealers are high quality thermal heat-sealing devices that seal products in package films, or bags, by delivering an instantaneous high current impulse to a heater ribbon on the device surface. Fuji Impulse heat sealers come in a variety of systems and sizes, have several applications, and are utilized in many industries from food packaging, manufacturing, construction, apparel, to the medical community.

There is a growing demand for Fuji Impulse heat sealers given the ease of use, high standards on safety, low energy costs, and consistent reliability delivering clean, quality seals every time, for every product. No matter what type of industry you are in, there is a Fuji Impulse system that can accommodate your company’s specific needs.

Impulse heat sealers have single and dual heating options and are made up of five key consumable industrial parts; these consist of a heating element, silicone rubber, Teflon sheet, glass tape, and a sarcon sheet. The Fuji Impulse sealers are microprocessor controlled, as well. Browse our general catalog for further information and details on specific product models.

The benefits in using Fuji Impulse heat sealers are ease of use and no waiting, low risk of injuries, lower energy costs, and consistent reliability in leaving a very clean seal. When you’re ready to use the Fuji Impulse sealer, it’s ready for you. It’s as easy as turning the system on, taking action and the heat sealer is hot and ready for immediate use. After starting up the system, there is no warm-up duration. Other brand units require a waiting warm-up period. This lag takes extra time and translates into wasted power, which creates additional electrical costs, and the waiting time calculates into work inefficiency and higher labor costs. The Fuji Impulse system only uses electricity during the sealing process for the heater. Therefore, there is not an additional drain on power – saving electricity – nor is there time wasted on employees waiting. 

Some sealers require a sealing bar to stay hot at all times, which can result in additional electrical costs, and worse, injuries. When sealers need to stay on at all times, this can give rise to unintended personal injuries. Injuries happen because it is easy to get burned by the hot bar from a heat sealer that is required to be on constantly while working. With the Fuji Impulse sealer, none of the components are hot all the time. They are hot only when the system is in operational use. This lowers the risk of personal injury from unwanted burns, and reduces company risks.

Impulse heat sealers deliver clean seals because the fusion and cooling takes place under pressure in the process. Due to the Fuji Impulse sealers’ sealing frames and levers being made of aluminum, this aids in the cooling process and helps congeal the packaging film. Aluminum’s ability to handle high heat-conductivity relieves heat from both the pressure lever and sealing frame. It’s important to remember to allow cooling to take place while the system is in the closed position after heating. Table top units indicate that the cooling process is complete by beeping. Sufficient cooling time is a must for optimal sealing results. Once the cooling process has occurred, the seal generated is stronger, precise, and clean. Other brand systems, like a continuous heat sealer, may provide heat; but leaves the fusing and cooling to take place during shrinking which in turn can create uneven packaging.

From the easy-to-use table top P Series Poly Sealers, to the industrial FIF Foot Operated Series for large and extra-large packaging; Fuji Impulse heat sealers have your products in the bag! 

Tips for Using Impulse Heat Sealers

Heatsealers are sensitive instruments and it’s helpful to understand the best ways to implement them. When you’re using any heated elements, it’s important to maintain the highest safety standards. The following tips will help you not only stay burn-free, but also use your impulse sealers in the proper way.

1. Make sure enough cooling time has elapsed. Without enough time to cool, the sealed area could shrink, or even be cut off altogether. For tabletop models, like our P/PC and V-300 series sealers, an audible beep will let you know the sealing process has been completed. The cooling process is important as it produces cleaner and more solid sealing results.

2. Seal thoroughly by allowing enough time for the seal to set. Heating time must be adjusted according to the packing material’s properties.

3.Heat only enough to be sufficient for your task. Excessive overheating can cause damage to the sealer’s components, a decrease in work efficiency, and a waste of energy. It’s always best to specify your heating needs based on your current task.

4. Make sure your device is working properly. Impulse sealers only use an electric current during the heating cycle. Please don’t be confused when your impulse sealer does not have heat after you’ve switched the power on. Continue through the process outlined in your operating manual and the sealer will be ready.

Want to learn other helpful tips for your impulse sealer’s operation? Visit us today at Fuji-Sotex.com to learn more about how to use your impulse sealer properly. 

Fuji-Sotex – Your #1 Impulse Sealer Source

Welcome to the official blog of Fuji Impulse. Since 1956, we’ve offered the highest quality impulse sealer selection to a wide range of different industries and applications.

Impulse sealers are the perfect packaging machines. By sending high current on impulse to a heater ribbon, the sealer generates harnesses thermal conductivity. The sealer then passes this conductivity onto the heat-sealing blade and fuses packages together. Once pressed and thermal-fused, the seal will cool and provide a clean finish.

Impulse sealers provide a number of benefits:

• The impulse sealer is always ready to use. There’s no warm up period required once you turn the sealer on.
• Electricity is only used during the sealing process, so the impulse sealer is an economical alternative to constant heat sealers. 
• Risk of injury or burn from impulse sealers is low. None of the sealer’s components are permanently heated, so safety from accidental touches is greater than with an always-hot constant heat sealer. 
• An impulse seal is clean and professional. Constant heat sealers let cooling and fusing take place when the package material is shrinking. As a result, the finish is uneven. Impulse seals, on the other hand, look exquisite.

Curious about which of our impulse sealers you need? Contact our experts and we’ll be happy to help you choose the right sealer for your business. Visit us at Fuji-Sotex.com today!