ELECTRIC HOT AIR & STEAM
Industrial Shrink Tunnel Machines
Explore electric hot-air tunnels for shrink-film packaging and steam tunnels for shrinking sleeve labels on containers. Select a model based on your product dimensions, film material and packaging line requirements.
Electric models cover POF/PVC wrapping and PE packaging across the range. Steam configurations include tunnels supplied by an external steam source and an integrated model with a built-in steam generator and conveyor.
Industrial Shrink Tunnel Solutions
Explore electric hot-air and steam shrink tunnels for different packaging applications. Choose a category to review the available machine models and configurations.
Electric Shrink Tunnels
Electric hot-air tunnels are available for shrink-film packaging with POF, PVC or PE film, depending on the model.
Explore Electric Shrink TunnelsSteam Shrink Tunnels
Steam shrink tunnels are used to shrink sleeve labels around containers. The range includes external steam-source and integrated steam-generator configurations.
Explore Steam Shrink TunnelsShrink Tunnel Machines & Configurations
Explore electric hot-air and steam shrink tunnel machines for different films, products and production setups. Select a model to review its configuration and application details.
TY-4525
Electric hot-air shrink tunnel for POF and PVC film packaging of small to medium-sized products.
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Electric hot-air shrink tunnel for POF and PVC film packaging, available for standalone or integrated line use.
View TY-5030TY-6040
Electric hot-air shrink tunnel for PE film packaging, with an extended heating section and exit cooling.
View TY-6040F1015
Compact steam shrink tunnel for sleeve labels, designed for use with an external steam source.
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Integrated steam shrink tunnel with a built-in steam generator and conveyor.
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Steam shrink tunnel designed for installation over a host sleeve-labeling line conveyor, using an external steam source.
View T1030Shrink Tunnel Types & Heating Technologies
The right heating method depends on the packaging material and application. Electric hot-air tunnels are used for shrink-film packaging, while steam tunnels are used for shrinking sleeve labels around containers.
Electric Hot-Air Shrink Tunnels
Electric heating elements warm the air inside the tunnel, and fans circulate the heated air around the film. Depending on the model, electric tunnels are used with POF, PVC or PE film for products such as boxes and multipacks.
Steam Shrink Tunnels
Steam is distributed inside the tunnel to shrink sleeve labels around containers. Steam models include configurations that use an external steam source and an integrated machine with a built-in steam generator.
How to Choose the Right Shrink Tunnel
The right shrink tunnel depends on your product, packaging material and production setup. Share the following details when comparing machines or requesting a recommendation.
Product Size & Shape
Provide the product or container dimensions, shape and weight. These details help determine the required tunnel opening and conveyor configuration.
Film or Sleeve Material
Identify the film or sleeve material, such as POF, PVC, PE or PET. Material compatibility depends on the tunnel type and model.
Production Output
Specify the required number of products per hour and whether feeding will be manual or automatic. Actual output depends on the product and operating conditions.
Available Utilities
For steam tunnels, identify whether an external steam source is available. The site requirements depend on the selected model and configuration.
Conveyor & Product Handling
Consider the product’s shape, weight and stability when selecting a conveyor. Conveyor type, speed and height vary by model.
Packaging Line Integration
Identify the upstream and downstream equipment and the required conveyor height. Connection and control requirements should be reviewed for the selected machines.
Shrink Tunnel Applications
Shrink tunnels are used for different packaging formats, from film-wrapped products and multipacks to sleeve labels on containers. The appropriate tunnel depends on the packaging material, product and production setup.
Food & Consumer Products
Electric hot-air tunnels can be used for shrink-film packaging of products such as food items, consumer goods and retail boxes. Film compatibility depends on the selected model.
View Electric Shrink TunnelsBeverage Multipacks
PE shrink tunnels can be used in packaging lines for bottled-water and beverage multipacks. Conveyor configuration should be selected according to the product and pack format.
View TY-6040Bottle Sleeve Labels
Steam shrink tunnels are used to shrink sleeve labels around bottles and other containers. Applications include full-body sleeves, neck bands and cap sleeves.
View Steam Shrink TunnelsCosmetics & Household Products
Steam tunnels can be used for sleeve labels on cosmetic and household-product containers. Electric hot-air tunnels are also available for film wrapping, depending on the product and film.
Explore Shrink Tunnel ModelsShrink Tunnel Specifications & Configurations
Compare the heating method, packaging materials and conveyor configuration of the shrink tunnel models below. Final machine selection depends on your product dimensions, film and production requirements.
| Model | Heating Method | Packaging Material | Conveyor / Steam Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|
| TY-4525 | Electric hot air | POF / PVC | Roller conveyor |
| TY-5030 | Electric hot air | POF / PVC | Roller conveyor |
| TY-6040 | Electric hot air | PE | Conveyor options available |
| F1015 | Steam | PVC / PET sleeves | External steam source |
| T2020 | Steam | PVC / PET sleeves | Built-in steam generator and conveyor |
| T1030 | Steam | PVC / PET sleeves | External steam source; uses host conveyor |
Machine specifications and available configurations should be confirmed for your application.
Integrating a Shrink Tunnel into Your Packaging Line
Shrink tunnels can be used as part of different packaging setups. The equipment placed before the tunnel depends on the packaging format, while conveyor height and connection requirements should be reviewed for the selected machines.
L-Bar Sealer & Hot-Air Tunnel
An L-bar sealer prepares and seals the film around the product before it enters the hot-air tunnel for shrinking.
View TY-4525Sleeve Wrapper & PE Shrink Tunnel
A sleeve wrapper can be paired with a PE shrink tunnel for products such as beverage multipacks. The TY-6040 includes an exit cooling section after the heating area.
View TY-6040Sleeve Labeling Line & Steam Tunnel
A steam tunnel can be installed as part of a sleeve labeling line to shrink labels around containers. The T1030 is designed to work over the host line’s conveyor with an external steam source.
View T1030When planning a line, provide the equipment models, conveyor height, product dimensions and required output so the connection and configuration can be reviewed.
Why Choose Tengyi for Your Shrink Tunnel?
Tengyi offers electric hot-air and steam shrink tunnel configurations for different packaging applications. Share your product and production requirements to discuss a suitable machine configuration.
Electric & Steam Options
Compare electric hot-air tunnels for shrink-film packaging with steam tunnels for shrinking sleeve labels around containers.
Model-Specific Configuration
Some dimensions can be customized for the TY-6040 PE shrink tunnel, including tunnel width, height and chamber length. Available options should be confirmed for the selected model.
Selection & Quotation Support
Provide your product dimensions, film material, required output and available utilities when requesting a recommendation or quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an electric hot-air tunnel and a steam shrink tunnel?
Electric hot-air tunnels circulate heated air around shrink film. Steam tunnels distribute steam to shrink sleeve labels around containers. The suitable method depends on the packaging material and application.
Which shrink tunnels are available for POF, PVC or PE film?
The TY-4525 and TY-5030 electric hot-air tunnels are listed for POF and PVC film packaging. The TY-6040 is intended for PE film packaging. Confirm the film and product details when selecting a model.
Can a steam shrink tunnel be used without an existing factory steam supply?
Yes. The T2020 has a built-in electrically heated steam generator and does not require an external boiler or steam source. Other steam models, such as the F1015 and T1030, use an external steam source.
Does every steam shrink tunnel include a conveyor?
No. The T2020 has a built-in conveyor. The T1030 is designed to work with the host sleeve-labeling line’s conveyor.
What information is needed to recommend a shrink tunnel?
Provide your product dimensions and shape, packaging material, required output and feeding method. For a steam tunnel, also indicate whether an external steam source is available. For an existing line, share the equipment and conveyor requirements.