POLYREX® is a bagmaking machine capable of producing loop handle shopping bags, reinforced punched handle bags and diaper packaging with strap handles. The most important features of the bags are the comfortable loop handles and the large bottom gussets that can form stand-up bags when made from stiff films such as HDPE and co-ex structures. Significant features of the machine are the high output, the automatic package folder that allows one operator to handle two lines, and the low maintenance servodrive system. The reinforced punched handle bag line runs up to 220 bags/min. and the loop handle unit has recently been increased to 180 bags/min. Reinhold, a div. of Windmoeller & Hoelscher, 978/282-0343, fax: 978/282-0775, www.whcorp.com

The 100-HSP can produce a 4 x 6 in. stand-up beverage pouch 4-up at speeds to 2,000 pouches/min. It is designed for setups that take only minutes and can be completed with minimal personnel. The 100-HSP meets exacting standards for 100-percent perfect seals, reports co. River Solutions, Inc., 562/906-9794, fax: 562/906-9795, www.rivermachinery.com

The Weber 5XF variable-size bag machine combines the size ranges of three machines in one for added flexibility, says co. This equipment produces one-, two- or three-ply bag coverings with a broad range of S.O.S. bag sizes. Features include servo-driven system, which eliminates the need for change of gears, thereby decreasing setup time, and the ability to hold settings and adjustments. H.G. Weber & Co. Inc., 920/894-2221, fax: 920/894-3786, www.hgweber.com

This co. offers the BruceBradley line of solid and split-lane side weld bag systems. These systems are said to convert a variety of popular package styles, including ice, sandwich and salt bags, and can be modified for slider/zipper attachments, breadbag attachments and sine wave cutting for boutique bags. Features and benefits include the ability to make set-up adjustments on the fly, instantaneous changes, precise setting and computer control of bag length and seal time, and easy change from solid to split-lane converting. CMD Corp., 920/380-8239, fax: 920/730-6880, www.cmd-corp.com

The Model 4180 is designed to produce a wide variety of bags, stacked or on a roll, either in-line with a blown-film system or offline as a standalone producer. The system features advanced digital electronic controls and a closed-loop AC flux-vector main drive. It is available in sizes from 30 to 100 in. wide, has a maximum speed of 350 fpm and is said to handle single- or multiple-film webs up to 12-mil thick or 6-mil gusseted. Minimum bag repeat length is 10 in., and the maximum length is infinite, with no skip cycles required. Battenfeld Gloucester Engineering, 978/281-1800, fax: 978/282-9111.