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Home Products Food & Beverage Packaging CRYOVAC® Brand Shrink and Dry Tunnels Efficient Water Removal After Shrink Packaging

Efficient Water Removal After Shrink Packaging

Cryovac® AutoDry 81 Water Removal Units

The Cryovac® AutoDry 81 water removal unit provides an effective and reliable way to remove surface water from Cryovac® packages after shrinking. Designed for demanding food packaging environments, the AutoDry 81 supports consistent product appearance, line efficiency, and hygienic operation across Fresh Red Meat, Cheese, and Processed Meat applications. Contact us for configuration and availability

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Reliable, Hygienic Water Removal for Packaging Lines

The Cryovac® WR81 water removal machine is fully automatic and easily integrated into existing packaging lines. Using high‑performance air knives powered by a built‑in blower, the system removes residual surface water from packages immediately after the shrink process.

The air knives closely follow product contours, ensuring effective drying of all package surfaces. Conveyor speed is adjustable via an electronic controller, allowing precise tuning to product type and line speed. The upper section of the machine is fully washdown, while the lower section is sound‑insulated to minimise noise from the blower system.

Built with food‑approved materials and corrosion‑resistant components, the WR81 is engineered for durability in demanding packaging environments while meeting European safety and hygiene legislation.

Features and Benefits

  • Improved Product Integrity:
    • Removes surface water to enhance pack appearance
    • Supports label adhesion and secondary packaging quality
  • Operational Efficiency:
    • Fully automatic operation with minimal operator intervention
    • Adjustable conveyor speed for optimal performance
  • Hygiene and Safety
    • Washdown‑ready hygienic design
    • Corrosion‑resistant materials for food environments

Specifications

Speed:

5.5 – 28 m/min

Number of Operator:

1 (monitoring only)

Product size:

WR81‑600: Designed for packages up to 550 mm wide, ideal for standard food packaging formats.

WR81-800: Designed for packages up to 810 mm wide, supporting larger product formats and higher throughput requirements.)

Noise level:

77.4 dB(A) at operator position

Applications:

The WR81 water removal units are suitable for a wide range of food packaging applications, including Fresh red meat, Processed meat products, Cheese, Shrink packaged food products

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need to dry vacuum packaging before putting it in a carton?
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Water remaining on the outside of a package after shrinking and chilling can make products harder to handle when loading and can make it more difficult for labels to adhere. In addition, water on the outside of packages can seep into corrugated substrates potentially weakening their structure and making them more vulnerable to damage during shipping.

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