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Formers International, Inc.

3333 Watters Rd • Pasadena, TX 77504 United States

Since 1975, Formers International has grown from a small team handcrafting every former to an industry leader in packaging solutions. Our legacy is built on 50 years of dedication to creating the most accurate, durable, and innovative formers and accessories on the market. Our success is driven by our incredible team. We celebrate the men and women who have shaped our company and the industry, and we're excited about what the future holds for the next 50 years and beyond. Innovation is at the core of what we do. Our talented engineering team uses the latest tools like AutoCAD and SolidWorks to design and test former designs. This ensures our products are reliable, efficient, and ready to meet the highest standards before they even hit the production line. We know how important it is to keep your production lines running smoothly. That’s why our technical support team is ready to help, often able to deploy within two business days to resolve any issues on-site.

Sanitizing & Clean-in-Place (CIP)

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Formers International introduces the Former Jet, an innovation in bag former washing for the global food processing and packaging industry. This industrial-grade system prioritizes sustainability and efficiency, recycling every two-gallon fill up to 56 times during its two-minute wash cycle, drastically reducing water usage compared to manual cleaning. Equipped with a pre-rinse basin, high-temperature wash, and patent-pending Gas Flush Nozzles, it ensures thorough cleaning of stubborn residues like oils, seasonings, and dairy film. The system includes precise dispensing of detergents and sanitizers, a temperature booster for enhanced cleaning, and a 160° wash to meet stringent sanitization standards. An integrated air knife dryer ensures spot-free drying with 360° coverage, streamlining the process for immediate use or storage. The Former Jet’s advanced technology saves significant water annually while optimizing hygiene and operational efficiency, setting a new standard for sustainable packaging line operations.

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Types of Sanitizing & Clean-in-Place (CIP)

  • Washdown Stations, Hoses, Hose Reels
  • Washers (Container, Pan, Parts)

Specialty Equipment

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Formers International manufactures custom, hand-crafted bag forming assemblies for form/fill/seal machines. Formers International's product line includes the cost-effective Standard bag former, featuring a heavy duty steel construction. Steellyte bag former features a heavy-duty steel construction optimized for weight with the ease of a light steel former. Ultralyte is Former International's lightest bag forming assembly, featuring double coated aluminum with the safety of stainless steel.

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Types of Specialty Equipment

  • Third-Party Replacement Parts

Package Types:

  • Flexible Bag Package Type Icon
    Bag
  • Flexible Pouch Package Type Icon
    Pouch
  • Flexible Stand-up Pouch Package Type Icon
    Stand-up Pouch

Facility Design & Engineering Services

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Formers International, who specialize in bag forming collars, also offer site analysis services that can help brands using bagging and pouching uncover hidden opportunities to streamline operations, reduce costs, and maximize resource utilization. Site analysis services help brands create a safe working environment for employees and customers, enhancing your efficiency and avoiding costly down time. A well-conducted site audit survey helps brands understand how the physical location impacts the overall customer experience.

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Types of Facility Design & Engineering Services

  • Engineering Services