G420 Liquid High-Speed Packaging Machine: How a 5-Servo System Achieves 150 Bags/Min
Introduction: The Demand for High-Speed Liquid Packaging
In today's fast-moving food, condiment, and daily chemical industries, packaging line throughput is a direct competitive advantage. Whether you're filling soy sauce sachets, shampoo pouches, or hot pot base packets, every second of downtime translates to lost output. The G420 Liquid High-Speed Packaging Machine from Keypack Intelligent Technology was engineered to answer this challenge — delivering a stable, verified output of 100–150 bags per minute with precision, reliability, and minimal operator intervention.
This article provides a comprehensive technical breakdown of the G420, a side-by-side comparison with other models in the Keypack VFFS lineup, and guidance on which applications it's best suited for.
What Is the G420? A Quick Overview
The G420 is a Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) machine purpose-built for liquid and viscous materials. It forms bags from a roll of composite film, fills them with liquid product, and seals them — all in a single continuous automated process. Key headline specs:
- Packaging Speed: 100–150 bags/min
- Drive System: 5-Servo Multi-Axis
- Control: PLC + Touchscreen HMI
- Vacuum Pump: Japan Koganei
- Power: 3-Phase / 380V / 50Hz
- Machine Weight: 700 kg
- Footprint: 2200 mm (L) × 1200 mm (W) × 1700 mm (H)
5 Core Technical Advantages of the G420
1. 5-Servo Multi-Axis Drive System
Unlike conventional single-motor or dual-servo machines, the G420 uses a 5-axis servo architecture that independently controls film pulling, sealing, cutting, and filling sequences. This eliminates mechanical coupling errors, reduces vibration at high speed, and allows each axis to be tuned independently for different film materials and bag sizes.
2. Intelligent Temperature Control
Sealing quality at 150 bags/min demands millisecond-level thermal precision. The G420's intelligent temperature control system monitors and adjusts sealing jaw temperature in real time, preventing cold seals (leakage risk) and over-seals (burn-through), even when ambient temperature fluctuates on the production floor.
3. Japan Koganei Vacuum Pump
The Koganei vacuum pump ensures consistent suction cup performance for film handling and bag opening. This is especially critical for liquid products where bag mouth alignment directly affects fill accuracy and seal integrity. Koganei's reputation for long service life reduces unplanned maintenance downtime.
4. Touchscreen HMI with Multi-Recipe Storage
Operators can store and recall multiple product recipes — bag size, fill volume, speed, temperature profiles — via the color touchscreen. Changeover between SKUs takes minutes rather than hours, making the G420 suitable for multi-product lines.
5. Built-in Fault Diagnostics & Safety System
The G420 features real-time fault detection with on-screen error codes, automatic stop on abnormal conditions, and independent electrical and pneumatic control cabinets for safer maintenance access. This reduces mean time to repair (MTTR) and keeps OEE high.
G420 vs. Other Keypack VFFS Models: Comparison Table
Choosing the right VFFS machine depends on your target speed, bag size range, and product type. The table below compares the G420 against key models in the Keypack lineup:
| Model | Speed (bags/min) | Bag Width Range | Drive System | Power Supply | Machine Weight | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G420 (Liquid) | 100–150 | W80–200mm | 5-Servo | 3P / 380V | 700 kg | Soy sauce, shampoo, condiments, jam |
| G420 (Powder) | 100–150 | W80–200mm | 5-Servo | 3P / 380V | 700 kg | Powder, granule high-speed lines |
| KL420 | 35–80 | W60–200mm | PLC Servo | 1P / 220V | 350 kg | General liquid & powder, mid-speed |
| KL520 | 30–80 | W80–250mm | PLC Servo | 1P / 220V | 350 kg | Larger bags, back-seal format |
| KL620 | 30–70 | W100–300mm | PLC Servo | 1P / 220V | 400 kg | Wide-format bags, condiments |
| KL820 | 20–60 | W120–400mm | PLC Servo | 1P / 220V | 450 kg | Large-format bags, bulk products |
| KL320 | 40–100 | W50–150mm | PLC Servo | 1P / 220V | 300 kg | Small bags, snacks, sachets |
Note: Speed varies depending on bag size, film material, and product viscosity. Contact Keypack for application-specific testing.
Application Scenarios: Who Should Choose the G420?
Food & Condiment Industry
The G420 is the go-to choice for high-volume soy sauce, vinegar, oyster sauce, and hot pot base sachet lines. Its anti-drip filling compatibility and precise seal control prevent product contamination and ensure hygienic packaging compliant with food safety standards.
Daily Chemical Industry
Shampoo, body wash, and liquid soap pouches require consistent fill volumes and leak-proof seals. The G420's 5-servo system maintains seal integrity even with viscous, foamy, or temperature-sensitive liquids.
Jam & Paste Products
Peanut butter, fruit jam, and similar paste-type products benefit from the G420's vacuum pump-assisted bag opening and controlled fill speed, which prevents air entrapment and ensures accurate net weight.
Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical
For liquid supplements, oral solutions, and medical-grade sachets, the G420's intelligent fault diagnostics and recipe management support GMP-aligned production documentation and traceability.
Supported Bag Styles
The G420 supports the following bag formats out of the box, with additional styles available upon request:
- Back-seal bag (pillow bag) — the standard format for most liquid sachets
- Gusseted back-seal bag (插脚背封) — adds side gussets for a more stable standing pouch
- Hang-hole bag — for retail display applications
- Custom bag styles available on request
Integration & Turnkey Line Compatibility
The G420 is designed for seamless integration into complete packaging lines. Compatible upstream and downstream modules include:
- Metering systems: piston fillers, flow meters, peristaltic pumps (matched to product viscosity)
- Conveying systems: vacuum conveying for upstream powder/granule feeding where applicable
- Optional modules: gas flushing/evacuation, date printing (inkjet or thermal transfer), counting, checkweighing
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) is available before shipment, and Keypack provides on-site installation, commissioning, and after-sales technical support.
Technical Specifications at a Glance
| Model | KL-G420 |
| Machine Type | Vertical Form-Fill-Seal (VFFS) |
| Applicable Material | Liquid, sauce, paste, viscous products |
| Bag Type | Back-seal, gusseted back-seal, hang-hole |
| Bag Making Size | L: 80–300mm / W: 80–200mm |
| Packaging Speed | 100–150 bags/min |
| Packaging Film | PET/PE, OPP/CPP, OPP/PE composite film |
| Drive System | 5-Servo Multi-Axis |
| Control System | PLC + Touchscreen HMI, multi-recipe storage |
| Vacuum Pump | Japan Koganei |
| Power Supply | 3-Phase / 380V / 50Hz |
| Compressed Air | 0.8 MPa, 0.6 m³/min |
| Machine Weight | 700 kg |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 2200 × 1200 × 1700 mm |
Is the G420 Right for Your Production Line?
The G420 is the right choice if you need:
- ✅ Output above 80 bags/min for liquid or viscous products
- ✅ 3-phase power infrastructure (380V) already in place
- ✅ Back-seal or gusseted bag formats
- ✅ Multi-SKU production with fast recipe changeover
- ✅ Integration into a turnkey automated packaging line
If your required output is below 80 bags/min or you need single-phase power, the KL420 or KL520 may be a better fit. If you need larger bag formats (up to W400mm), consider the KL820.
📩 Get a Quote or Request a Demo
Ready to evaluate the G420 for your production line? Keypack's engineering team is available to:
- Review your product specifications and recommend the optimal configuration
- Arrange a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) with your actual product
- Provide a detailed quotation including optional modules and line integration