KFW

Kliklok KFW Topload Carton Former
The Kliklok KFW lock-style topload carton former is the most widely-used forming system in the world, with more than 1,000 sold. It is, thanks to its simple, rugged design, one of the most versatile and highest-performing machines in the industry.
Variable up to
180
Cartons per minute
Double head, 90 strokes/min
Overview
The Kliklok KFW lock-style topload carton former is the most widely-used forming system in the world, with more than 1,000 sold. Because of its simple, rugged design, and welded stainless steel construction, one of the most versatile, durable, and highest-performing machines in the industry.
The key to the KFW’s success is its simplistic design, fast change over, and ease of maintenance. With more than 50 years of production experience, the KFW has a legendary reputation for reliability and longevity.
- Easy operation with touchscreen HMI
- Multiple head configurations
- Quick-change composite forming heads
- Reliable lock forming
- Stainless steel standard
Technical Specifications
Speed
Up to 180 cartons/minute (double head)
Carton Size Range
Length, single head: 127 – 330 mm (5 – 13″)
Length, double head: 127 – 533 mm (5 – 21″)
Width: 102 – 203 mm (4 – 8″)
Depth: 22 – 102 mm (0.875 – 4″)
Power Supply
400 VAC / 480 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Air
210 L/min (7.5 cfm) @ 80 psi (5.5 bar)
Construction
Fully-welded stainless steel frame. Stainless steel shafts. Nickel-plated chains, pulleys, and sprockets. Clear polycarbonate guards.
Shipping Weight
884 kg (1950 lb) Skidded
Features
Standard Features
- Multiple-head configuration, single or double
- Allen-Bradley color touchscreen HMI, front-mounted
- Allen-Bradley PLC controls and electricals
- Fully automatic operation plus two-button jog control
- Lightweight feed bar assembly
- 380 mm (15″) hopper capacity
- Inclined carton magazine agitators for positive stack advancement and weighted, locking stack pushers
- Controlled carton supply system with photoeye
- Rotary vane vacuum pump for carton feeder with overload protection
- Fully-enclosed barrier guarding with interlocked doors
- Startup delay with horn
- Nema 4X stainless steel slope top electrical enclosure with flange-mounted main disconnect
- IP54 dust and water splash protection
- Casters for portability and leveling screws
- Leg kit for adjustable height
- Multi-color light stack
- External ethernet convenience port
- Low carton inventory sensing with alarm
Optional Features
- Triple- and quad head configuration
- Machine-driven flighted outfeed conveyor with configurable discharge direction
- Extra-wide-frame model for large cartons (KFXWD)
- Higher speed ratings
- Controlled vacuum system with remote foot switch
- Alternative vacuum sources
- Detent plunger
- Extended hopper capacity
- Air eject system

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