ADM-C Series VFFS Continuous Motion Vertical Wrappers
The ADM-C Series is our flagship family of continuous motion vertical form fill seal (VFFS) machines, designed and built in Australia to match and exceed the standards of the world’s best packaging technology.
Where traditional intermittent-motion VFFS machines stop the film for each seal, the C Series keeps the film moving during the sealing process – achieving higher throughput, reduced mechanical stress, and consistent seal quality across a wide range of films, including recyclable and compostable options.
Placed at the heart of an ADM turnkey packaging line, the C Series integrates seamlessly with multihead weighers, conveyors, inspection systems, case packers, and palletisers. The result is a high-speed, synchronised packaging system that delivers more output, less downtime, and exceptional bag quality
Engineered and built in-house in Australia, the C Series can be tailored to match your exact production needs from bag style and size to product handling requirements and plant layout. That means every machine leaves our factory ready to perform at world-class standards from day one, with the advantage of local expertise and fast-response support.
The ADM-C Series Continuous Motion Vertical Form Fill Seal Machines are the result of over 30 years of Australian packaging engineering and the drive to match — and often exceed — the world’s best. Built in ADM’s Thomastown facility, each model in the C Series combines high-speed performance, precision film handling, and rugged stainless-steel construction to deliver exceptional bag quality at scale.
What makes the C Series different is continuous motion technology. Instead of stopping the film for each seal cycle, the film moves smoothly while sealing jaws operate in perfect synchrony. This delivers:
- Higher speeds without sacrificing seal integrity
- Gentler film handling, extending the life of recyclable and compostable materials
- Reduced wear and maintenance compared to stop-start systems
- Improved throughput across a full production shift
- Compatible with laminated, recyclable mono-material, and compostable films
C260 – FMCG Speed Leader
The ADM-C260 is the fastest in the series, capable of up to 200 bags per minute, and designed for small-to-medium format packs. Its agility and speed make it ideal for high-volume FMCG lines such as snacks, coffee, grated cheese, nuts, pulses, and confectionery.
Key advantages of the C260:
- Ultra-fast bagging for portion-controlled retail products
- Compact footprint for tight production spaces
- Excellent performance on delicate films without distortion
- Seamless integration with multihead weighers for precise dosing
C400 – The Versatile Mid-Range Performer
The ADM-C400 takes the same continuous motion principles and applies them to medium-to-large bags, making it the go-to choice for pet food, frozen food, grains, and foodservice packs. With bag widths from 120 mm to 400 mm, it balances speed with the ability to handle heavier fills (up to 5 kg).
Key advantages of the C400:
- Larger bag handling with continuous motion speed benefits
- Washdown-ready for frozen food and meat applications
- Excellent seal strength on thicker films used for heavier products
- Adaptable to both retail and bulk foodservice requirements
C600 – Large-Format Specialist
The ADM-C600 is engineered for very large bags — from 200 mm up to 600 mm wide — and excels in specialised applications such as bulk dairy powders, large-format pet food, industrial food ingredients, and export packaging. While designed for bigger packs (5–10 kg+), it still benefits from continuous motion during film feed, delivering high reliability in demanding environments.
Key advantages of the C600:
- Handles extra-wide forming tubes and heavy-gauge films
- Reinforced frame and sealing jaws for high-stress applications
- Gentle product handling for powders and fragile bulk products
- Ideal for pallet-ready bags and export load stability
Features
- MADE IN AUSTRALIA
- PLC – Based Control System
- Touch Screen Operator Interface
- Servo Motor Controlled Film Pull Belts
- Servo Motor Controlled Jaw Seal Actuation
- Ethernet/IP Central Control system
- Inflatable rewind air shaft
- Pneumatics Advanced Integration
- Film unwind drive control
- Vacuum Belt Drive
- Pneumatic balancing
- Safety Guarding and Interlocks to AS4024
- Data Integration capability
- Line control options
Optional Elements
- Pillow bags
- Gusseted device
- Block Bottom bags
- Quadseal with middle seal
- Quadseal with corner seal
- Doy
- Zip applicator
- Nitrogen gas flush systems
- Hole punch (Round or Euro)
- Vacuum assist units
- Static eliminators
- Special End-Seal Configurations
- Vacuum seal
- Impulse seal
- String bags
ADM-C260 FMCG Speed Leader
Designed for small-to-medium format packs at the highest speeds, the C260 thrives in fast-moving consumer goods environments where pack presentation and throughput are critical.
Common applications include:
- Snacks and confectionery – chips, popcorn, extruded snacks, chocolate pieces
- Dairy – grated and shredded cheese with anti-caking powder dosing
- Coffee and dry ingredients – ground coffee, protein powders, spice blends
- Nuts, pulses, and grains – portion-controlled retail packs for supermarket shelves
In turnkey setups, the C260 integrates with multihead weighers for precise portion control, metal detectors for product safety, and case packers for high-speed boxing – keeping the entire line in step with its 200 bpm capacity.
ADM-C400 Versatile Mid-Range Performer
Perfect for medium-to-large bag sizes where speed and bag integrity must work hand in hand, the C400 is a mainstay in pet food, frozen foods, and bulk retail packaging.
Common applications include:
- Pet food – 1–5 kg bags of kibble, treats, or specialty feeds
- Frozen vegetables and ready meals – IQF peas, mixed veg, portioned pasta dishes
- Foodservice packs – rice, flour, sugar, bakery mixes in 2–5 kg bags
- Grains and pulses – export-quality retail and wholesale formats
In ADM turnkey lines, the C400 often pairs with washdown multihead weighers for frozen foods, MAP gas flushing for extended shelf life, and heavy-duty conveyors for filled-bag handling – ensuring efficiency and minimal product damage.
ADM-C600 Large-Format Specialist
Built for oversized and heavy-duty packaging, the C600 caters to niche but high-value markets where pack weight, size, and handling present unique challenges.
Common applications include:
- Bulk dairy powders – 5-10 kg+ export bags for industrial and wholesale supply
- Large-format pet food – premium dry dog food and cat food in pallet-ready bags
- Industrial food ingredients – starches, flours, powdered blends for manufacturing
- Specialty agricultural products – seeds, fertilisers, and animal supplements in food-grade bags
Turnkey integration for the C600 typically includes bulk infeed systems, auger or belt dosing for powders, reinforced sealing jaws for heavy-gauge films, and automated palletising – creating a line that can handle weight, volume, and export compliance in one continuous process.
Detailed Application
Example – Snack Potato Chips with the ADM-C260
National snack producers requiring a high-speed bagging solution for 28-180 g pillow bags of potato chips. The ADM-C260 can be paired with an existing line or be offered was a turnkey solution. The result you can expect:
- High output while maintaining product integrity and reducing chip breakage
- Rapid changeovers between flavours and pack sizes
- Consistent, retail-quality pack presentation at up to 100 bpm
- Full compliance with FSANZ hygiene and food safety standards
Example – Frozen Vegetables with the ADM-C400
Frozen food processors requiring a bagging solution for 2–3 kg pillow or gusseted bags. The ADM-C400 can be paired with a washdown line or be offered with our CIP ThermoDrive belt conveyor and multihead weigher along with other equipment to form a turnkey line. The result:
- Increased throughput without sacrificing seal integrity
- Easy changeovers between product sizes
- Compliance with FSANZ hygiene standards
- Seamless integration into cold-room production
Example – Bulk Dairy Powder with the ADM-C600
For a dairy exporter packaging 10 kg+ bulk powder bags, the C600 provides:
- Strong seals on heavy-gauge laminated films
- Gentle product handling to preserve powder flow characteristics
- Compatibility with automated palletising for export loads
Specifications
| Model | ADM-C260 | ADM-C400 | ADM-C600 | |
| Motion | Continuous | |||
| Environment | Suitable for dry and wet areas (Option) | |||
| Construction | Stainless Steel | |||
| Bag Type | Refer above optional features | |||
| Bag Size | 60-260(W) x Up to 1000(L) | 120-400(W) x Up to 1000(L) | 200 –600(W) x Up to 2000(L) | |
| Speed | Up to 200bpm | Up to 160bpm | Up to 80bpm | |
| Power Supply | 415V, 50Hz, 5.0kW | 415V, 50Hz, 6.0kW | 415V, 50Hz, 7.0kW | |
| Air Pressure | 0.3cum/min, 0.6MPa | 0.3cum/min, 0.6MPa | 0.3cum/min, 0.6MPa | |
| Machine Dimension | 1320(W) x 2170(L) x 1920(H) mm | 1560(W) x 2545(L) x 2230(H) mm | 1850(W) x 2880(L) x 2450(H) mm | |
| Weight | 1400kg | 1800kg | 2200kg | |