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Damark Shrink Wrap Systems
Damark Shrink Wrap Packaging Systems, a division of PLEXPACK, has Been a leading supplier of shrink packaging equipment for over 25 years.

Hughes Enterprises offers the complete line of shrink wrap systems including the largest range of semi-automatic l bar sealers currently available in the market place, automatic l bar sealers, manual shrink bundlers, inline sleeve wrappers and automatic shrink bundlers. We also carry the complete range of shrink tunnels to compliment all of our stretch wrappers.
For more information, please click on one of the models below:
APS-X - Automatic L-Bar Sealer
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The APS-X is the next generation of our automatic L Bar Sealer and replaces the APS-LP1725 unit that we have manufactured since 1980. It is a fully automatic in-line “L” sealer with a smooth transfer infeed conveyor and a unique film scrap puller system that reduces the amount of scrap produced by almost half of our previous machine. This unit is rated at speeds of up to 26-30 packages per minute (depending on product size).
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Other specifications include:
- Photocell product sensor.
- Adjustable speed powered film unwind system.
- Adjustable height Teflon coated film inverting head (crank adjusted).
- Adjustable inverting post, for easy film threading.
- Built in scrap wind system.
- Closing Conveyor.
- Hot knife seal head.
- Electrical functions controlled by Siemens programmable logic controller. AB is optional.
- Scissor type operation on upper and lower seal jaws with height adjustment of 7”.
- Plexi-glass guarding with interlocking safety switches.
- Film perforator roller for air evacuation holes.
- CNC Machined Parts.
- Heavy duty tubular steel construction.
- Stainless Steel, USDA approved paint.
GENERAL NOTES:
The most commonly used Shrink Tunnels with this model wrapper are the STR/B-16A
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B Series - Manually Operated Shrink Bundlers
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The B Series are basic semi-automatic models equipped with dead plate infeed tables, twin safety push-button controls, air operated sealing head and automatic motorized product discharge conveyor. An operator pushes product across a dead plate and through the film. Once the package is in place the operator activates the packaging cycle by depressing two buttons. A manual product pusher is optional. |
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| Available Models |
Typical Configurations |
Product Currently Being Run on our Machinery |
| B24, B34, B44 |
Stand alone and loose product; pick and pack operations; manually collated items; random product size production runs. |
Stacks of books; appliances, electronics, and tools in boxes/trays; bundles of paper and plastic bags; plus most of the products listed in the automatic lists. |
Note that the B Series machines are manual operated and as such, almost every type of shrunk bundled product can be run on them.
Standard Features:
- Teflon Coated sealing head, thermostatically controlled by a time proportional electronic controller with digital readout.
- Pneumatically operated upper and lower sealing jaws running on linear bearings.
- Adjustable speed discharge conveyors for speed and product length.
- Heavy Duty welded steel tube construction.
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B-180 Series - Inline Sleeve Wrappers
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The B-180 Series are fully automatic, in-line systems with infeed conveyor, photo-cell product sensing, automatically operating pneumatic sealing head and automatic motorized product discharge conveyor. Length of infeed and discharge conveyors varies with size of machine. Product is fed onto the adjustable speed infeed. A photo-electric photo sensor senses the product and activates the packaging cycle. Top Speeds are 18 per minute. |
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| Available Models |
Typical Configurations |
Product Currently Being Run on our Machinery |
| B24-180 |
Supported Products, Stand Alone Products, and pre-collated bundles |
Trays of cans & bottles, magazines, boxed candy, wine kits |
| B34-180 |
Supported Products, Stand Alone Products, and pre-collated bundles |
24 and up trays of water, trays of industrial products, newspapers, appliances, stacks of rubber mats |
| B44-180 |
Supported Products, Stand Alone Products, and pre-collated bundles |
pizza boxes, egg cartons, bundles of gas cans |
| B54-180, B64-180, and B74-180 |
Stacks of product, oversized products and pre-collated bundles |
Insulation, knock down furniture, pizza boxes, egg cartons, office partitions |
Standard Features:
- Teflon Coated sealing head, thermostatically controlled by a time proportional electronic controller with digital readout.
- Pneumatically operated upper and lower sealing jaws running on linear bearings.
- Adjustable speed infeed and discharge conveyors for speed and product length.
- Siemens or Allen Bradley PLC
- Heavy Duty welded steel tube construction
- Easi-Thread Film System.
- Plexiglass Guarding.
Available Options:
Print registration. Product Upstacking. Broken Seal Alarm. Increased Product Openings. Low Film indicator. Inline Product Pushers
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LS-1 Combo Series - L Bar Sealer and Tunnel Combo
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The LS-1 combo is an economical and simple way to order a complete L Bar Sealing System. This package combines our SMC 1620 L Bar Sealer and our ST-16 Shrink tunnel. The LSR-1 is used for stable products such as boxes, brochures, or flat product with a 4" or greater length or diameter. The LSB-1 is used for unstable products such as bottles or products that are 4" or less in length or diameter. The LS-1 includes: |
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An L Bar Sealer with the following specifications:
- 16" x 20" seal area.
- CNC Machined Sealing Head with electro-magnetic hold down and air cushion return cylinder.
- A console unit consisting of a heavy gauge steel body and welded tubular steel frame.
- Low voltage impulse type sealing system with unique electronic control system for accurate sealing temperatures.
- Adjustable stainless steel, product loading platform.
- Film clamps.
- Perforator roller.
- Quick change roll holder system, fully adjustable for different sized rolls of film (20" maximum).
- All controls for the machine are conveniently located and include adjustments for conveyor speed, conveyor run time, dwell time and sealing temperature. An auto-clean button for simplified wire cleaning is also included on the control panel.
- An adjustable speed product discharge conveyor in the seal area.
- 110 volts, 12 amps.
A Shrink Tunnel with the following specifications:
- 16" x 9" x 24", chamber 3,200 watts.
- LSR-1 uses a roller conveyor in the shrink tunnel. Rollers are solid aluminum, silicone covered and set on 2” centers.
- LSB-1 uses a Teflon mesh belt conveyor in the shrink tunnel.
- Console units with heavy gauge steel body and welded tubular steel frame and base.
- Chamber temperature is thermostatically controlled through an electronic time proportional temperature controller guaranteeing maximum temperature variation in the shrink chamber of no more than 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Variable speed conveyor system.
- Automatic shutdown cycle.
- A bottom shrink section that ensures perfect all around shrink.
- Adjustable Height Frame.
- 220 volt, 1 ph, 18 amps.
Available Option:
Casters, Gravity Discharge Conveyor, Hot Knife Seal Head, Power Film Unwind with Inverting Head, Spare Parts Kit.
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LS-2 Combo Series - L Bar Sealer and Shrink Tunnel
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The LS-2 combo is an economical and simple way to order a complete L Bar Sealing System. This package combines our SMC 2228 L Bar Sealer and our ST-24 Shrink tunnel. The LSR-2 is used for stable products such as boxes, brochures, or flat product with a 4" or greater length or diameter. The LSB-2 is used for unstable products such as bottles or product that are 4" or less in length or diameter. The LS-1 includes: |
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An L Bar Sealer with the following specifications:
- 22" x 28" seal area.
- Electro-magnetic hold down and air cushion return cylinder.
- A console unit consisting of a heavy gauge steel body and welded tubular steel frame.
- Low voltage impulse type sealing system with unique electronic control system for accurate sealing temperatures.
- Adjustable stainless steel, product loading platform.
- Film clamps.
- Perforator roller.
- Quick change roll holder system, fully adjustable for different sized rolls of film (20" maximum).
- All controls for the machine are conveniently located and include adjustments for conveyor speed, conveyor run time, dwell time and sealing temperature. An auto-clean button for simplified wire cleaning is also included on the control panel.
- An adjustable speed product discharge conveyor in the seal area.
- 220 volts, 1 ph, 10 amps.
A Shrink Tunnel with the following specifications:
- 24" x 10" x 48", chamber 9,600 watts.
- LSR-2 uses a roller conveyor in the shrink tunnel. Rollers are solid aluminum, silicone covered and set on 2” centers.
- LSB-2 uses a polymer mesh belt conveyor in the shrink tunnel.
- Console units with heavy gauge steel body and welded tubular steel frame and base.
- Chamber temperature is thermostatically controlled through an electronic time proportional temperature controller guaranteeing maximum temperature variation in the shrink chamber of no more than 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Variable speed conveyor system.
- Automatic shutdown cycle.
- A bottom shrink section that ensures perfect all around shrink.
- 220 volt, 1 ph, 48 amps.
Available Option:
Casters, Gravity Discharge Conveyor, Power Film Unwind with Inverting Head, Spare Parts Kit.
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MP Series Combo - L Bar Sealer & Shrink Tunnel Combo
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The MP Series is a complete economic shrink system and is available in three levels of automation: MP-1, MP-2 and MP-3. |
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MP-1
An economic table-top version, the MP-1 consists of a welded schedule 16 sheet steel construction. Standard features on this model include; manual seal bar hold down, variable speed Teflon mesh belt conveyor, thermostatically controlled heat and top and side heat vents.
MP-2
The MP-2 includes a standard heavy-gauge welded steel body and legs. Standard features unique to the MP-2 include; electromagnetic seal jaw hold down, variable speed Teflon mesh belt conveyor, film perforator roller for vent holes, electronic temperature control on shrink tunnel, and top, side and bottom heat vents.
MP-3
This system adds a variable speed L-sealer package discharge conveyor to the MP-2’s standard features.
MP Series
Common standard features to all models in the Maxi-Pak Series include:
- 14” x 18” sealing area with electro-magnetic hold down for seal head.
- Tubular welded steel one piece seal jaw.
- 24” long x 16” wide x 9” high shrink tunnel.
- Dual blower motor/heater system.
- 3200 watt heating capacity in shrink tunnel.
- Easy load film cradle.
- Electronic time proportional low voltage impulse sealing system.
- Adjustable, stainless steel product loading table.
Options
- Hot Knife Seal Head
- Film Clamps
- Caster
- Product Discharge Conveyor on the end of the shrink tunnel.
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SM/C/P 1620 - Semi-Automatic L Bar Sealer
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This sealer has a seal area of 16” x 20” and is available in three configurations: SM, SMC, SMCP. (S = Sealer, M = Magnetic Hold Down, C = Package Discharge Conveyor in Seal area, P = Pneumatic Operation of the Seal Head) |
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The SM Series comes with following standard features:
- CNC machined sealing head with electro-magnetic hold-down and air cushion return cylinder.
- A console unit consisting of a heavy gauge steel body and welded tubular steel frame.
- Low voltage impulse type sealing system with unique electronic control system for accurate sealing temperatures.
- Adjustable stainless steel, product loading platform.
- Film clamps.
- Perforator roller.
- Quick change roll holder system, fully adjustable for different sized rolls of film (20" maximum).
- All controls for the machine are conveniently located and include adjustments for conveyor speed, conveyor run time, dwell time and sealing temperature. An "auto clean" button for simplified wire cleaning is also included on the control panel.
The SMC Series adds an adjustable speed product discharge conveyor to the basic SM unit. Model SMC 1620 units are pre-drilled and pre-wired to accept a power film unwind system at a later date.
The SMCP Series includes a pneumatic sealing head that is activated by palm buttons. The SMCP Series also offers all the features of the SM and SMC series.
Optional Features
- A power film unwind system can be added to all of our SM/C/P L Bar Sealers. The PFU comes standard with an adjustable inverting head and is an ideal option for increasing productivity and for handling large or awkward products.
- Hot Knife Sealing Head
The most commonly used Shrink Tunnels with this model L Bar Sealer are the STR/B 16 and the STR/B 16A.
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SM/C/P 2228 - Semi-Automatic L Bar Sealer
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This sealer has a seal area of 22” x 28” and is available in three configurations: SM, SMC, SMCP. (S = Sealer, M = Magnetic Hold Down, C = Package Discharge Conveyor in Seal area, P = Pneumatic Operation of the Seal Head) |
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The SM Series comes with following standard features:
- A console unit consisting of a heavy gauge steel body and welded tubular steel frame.
- Welded tubular steel sealing head with electro-magnetic hold-down and air cushion return cylinder.
- Low voltage impulse type sealing system with unique electronic control system for accurate sealing temperatures.
- Adjustable product loading platform.
- Film clamps.
- Perforator roller.
- Quick change roll holder system, fully adjustable for different sized rolls of film.
- All controls for the machine are conveniently located and include adjustments for conveyor speed, conveyor run time, dwell time and sealing temperature. An "auto-clean" button for simplified wire cleaning is also included on the control panel.
The SMC Series adds an adjustable speed product discharge conveyor to the basic SM unit.
The SMCP Series includes a pneumatic sealing head that is activated by palm buttons. The SMCP Series also offers all the features of the SM and SMC series.
Optional Feature
A power film unwind system can be added to all of our SM/C/P L Bar Sealers. The PFU comes standard with an adjustable inverting head and is an ideal option for increasing productivity and for handling large or awkward products.
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STR/B 24 to 54 - Large Polyolefin Shrink Tunnels
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We offer the following 24" and up shrink tunnels for use with our Standard and Custom sized Semi-Automatic L Bars.
| Available Models |
Conveyor Style |
Chamber Width |
Chamber Height |
Chamber Length |
Heating Capacity |
| STR-24 |
Live Rollers |
24" |
10" |
48" |
9,600 watts |
| STB-24 |
Polymer Mesh Belt |
24" |
10" |
48" |
9,600 watts |
| STR-34 |
Live Rollers |
34" |
10" |
48" |
9,600 watts |
| STB-34 |
Polymer Mesh Belt |
34" |
10" |
48" |
9,600 watts |
| STR-44 |
Live Rollers |
44" |
10" |
48" |
9,600 watts |
| STB-44 |
Polymer Mesh Belt |
44" |
10" |
48" |
9,600 watts |
| STR-54 |
Live Rollers |
54" |
10" |
72" |
14,400 watts |
| STB-54 |
Polymer Mesh Belt |
54" |
10" |
72" |
14,400 watts |
ST Series Standard Features
- Console units with heavy gauge steel body and welded tubular steel frame and base.
- Chamber temperature is thermostatically controlled through an electronic time proportional temperature controller guaranteeing maximum temperature variation in the shrink chamber of no more than 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Variable speed conveyor system. Rollers are solid aluminum, silicone covered and set on 2” centers.
- Automatic shutdown cycle.
- A bottom shrink section that ensures perfect all around shrink.
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STR/B 16 - Shrink Tunnels for Semi & Automatic L Bar Sealers
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We offer the following 16" shrink tunnels for use with our Semi-Automatic and Fully Automatic polyolefin and PVC shrink wrappers as well as for stand alone operation.
| Available Models |
Conveyor Style |
Chamber Width |
Chamber Height |
Chamber Length |
Heating Capacity |
| STR-16 |
Live Rollers |
16" |
9" |
24" |
3,200 watts |
| STB-16 |
Teflon Mesh Belt |
16" |
9" |
24" |
3,200 watts |
| STR-16A |
Live Rollers |
16" |
10" |
34" |
6,400 watts |
| STB-16A |
Polymer Mesh Belt |
16" |
10" |
34" |
6,400 watts |
| STR-16AD |
Live Rollers |
16" |
10" |
72" |
12,800 watts |
| STB-16AD |
Polymer Mesh Belt |
16" |
10" |
72" |
12,800 watts |
| STR-16ADD |
Live Rollers |
16" |
10" |
104" |
19,200 watts |
| STB-16ADD |
Polymer Mesh Belt |
16" |
10" |
104" |
19,200 watts |
ST Series Standard Features
- Console units with heavy gauge steel body and welded tubular steel frame and base.
- Chamber temperature is thermostatically controlled through an electronic time proportional temperature controller guaranteeing maximum temperature variation in the shrink chamber of no more than 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Variable speed conveyor system. Rollers are solid aluminum, silicone covered and set on 2” centers.
- Automatic shutdown cycle.
- A bottom shrink section that ensures perfect all around shrink.
- Adjustable Height Frames (models with A in their name are fixed height).
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Hughes can help you determine which of our shrink wrap systems and equipment would work best in your packaging environment. Contact a Hughes Sales Representative for assistance.
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