{"product_id":"pacmasta-foot-sealer-455mm-5mm-seal","title":"Pacmasta Foot Sealer 455mm - 5mm Seal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pacmasta 455mm foot sealer 5mm seal is designed for operators who need both hands free throughout the sealing process. By activating the sealer with a foot pedal rather than a hand lever, you can hold bags open, position contents, and keep loose or granular product settled at the base of the bag - without putting anything down between seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features of the 455mm Foot Sealer with 5mm Seal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pacmasta 455mm foot sealer 5mm seal combines a generous working width with foot-pedal operation, making it well suited to a broad range of medium-to-large packaging tasks. Below is a summary of what this unit offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e455mm sealing width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accommodates a wide range of bag sizes, including larger formats that a shorter sealer may not handle comfortably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5mm seal width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces a consistent, defined seal line suitable for general-purpose packaging applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoot pedal operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves both hands free to manage bag contents, position product, or support larger or heavier items during the seal cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands-free convenience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces the need to set product down or adjust positioning between seals, which can improve workflow on a busy packing bench.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Foot Pedal Operation Works in Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a standard hand-operated sealer, the operator must press a lever or bar down to initiate the seal - which means at least one hand is committed to the machine during every cycle. With the 455mm foot sealer, the seal cycle is triggered by pressing the foot pedal, so both hands remain available for the full duration. This is particularly useful when sealing filled bags where the contents need to be held in position: granular materials can shift before the seal is made, and bulky items can cause a bag to collapse or fold if not supported. Foot operation addresses both problems without requiring a second person at the station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 455mm working width means the sealing bar can accommodate a meaningful range of bag formats without the operator needing to reposition awkwardly. The 5mm seal width produces a clear, defined seal line that is appropriate for general-purpose bag sealing across a variety of common bag materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 455mm foot sealer with 5mm seal suits a broad range of B2B and light industrial packaging environments. It is well suited to businesses that regularly seal medium-to-large bags, including those in food production, retail repacking, agricultural supply, hardware distribution, and general warehousing. The foot pedal operation is especially practical when sealing filled bags where contents need to be held in place during the seal cycle - a common challenge when working with loose, granular, or bulky materials. Any operation where throughput and operator comfort are priorities will benefit from a foot-operated approach, and the 455mm working width means the unit can handle a meaningful range of bag formats without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your operation requires a wider sealing width or a heavier seal, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smps.com.au\/product\/600mm-constant-heat-foot-sealer\/\"\u003ePacmasta Constant Heat Sealer - Foot Operated 600mm x 10mm Seal\u003c\/a\u003e is worth considering as an alternative. Choosing the right combination of sealing width and seal thickness depends on your bag material and the product being packaged, so it is worth reviewing the full range before committing. All prices are inclusive of GST where applicable at the current rate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pacmasta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47643597013163,"sku":"PS-455FI","price":1018.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/5926\/2891\/files\/PS-300FI-IMPULSE-FOOT-SEALER-600x600_576x-1-1_54d1f014-b96c-4ab7-b55b-b4c7fb694998.jpg?v=1787369197","url":"https:\/\/plasquip.com.au\/products\/pacmasta-foot-sealer-455mm-5mm-seal","provider":"Plasquip","version":"1.0","type":"link"}