The Compa 500 is a compact L-bar shrink wrapping machine that combines an L-shaped sealing station with a heat shrink tunnel in a footprint of 2730 x 900 x 1400 (h) mm. It works with both POF and PVC shrink film and handles up to 15 pkg/min (max.), giving small and medium-sized producers a complete shrink packaging solution without the space or cost of a fully automatic line. Built in Bursa by Edda, Türkiye’s first manufacturer of horizontal stretch wrapping machines.
What the Compa 500 wraps
- Food packs, bakery products and confectionery boxes
- Cosmetics, personal care and healthcare products
- Books, printed matter and stationery sets
- Ceramic, automotive and household parts in boxes or trays
How it works
The product is placed in centre-folded shrink film at the sealing station and the L-shaped sealing bar is closed, cutting and sealing the film on two sides in a single stroke. The sealed pack is then transferred on the conveyor through the heat tunnel, where hot air shrinks the film evenly around the product for a tight, transparent finish.
Technical specifications
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Max. product height (H) | 150 mm |
| Min. product dimensions (W x H x L) | 450 x 400 x 150 mm |
| Max. film width | 600 mm |
| Film roll core (inner) diameter | Ø 30 mm |
| Recommended film thickness | 10, 30 micron (POF) / 15, 25 micron (PVC) |
| Machine dimensions (W x H x L) | 2730 x 900 x 1400 (h) mm |
| L-sealing jaw size | 540 x 500 mm |
| Capacity | 15 pkg/min (max.) |
| Power supply | 380 V, 50/60 Hz, 3P+1N+1G (208/415/480 V optional) |
| Main motor power | 1.5 kW |
| Power incl. heat tunnel | 11.5 kW |
| Max. jaw height | 200 mm |
Full specifications, layout drawings and options are in the product catalogue.
Applications in detail
The Compa 500 combines an L-shaped sealing station (540 × 500 mm) and a heat shrink tunnel in one compact frame. It works with POF and PVC film and handles up to 15 packs per minute (max.) – a complete shrink packaging station for small and medium producers.
Food, bakery and confectionery boxes
Boxes and trays are wrapped in clear film that keeps the product clean and shows the print.
Cosmetics and healthcare products
Boxed cosmetics, personal care and healthcare products get a tight, tamper-evident pack.
Books, printed matter and stationery
Books, catalogues and stationery sets are protected from dust and handling marks. See our printed matter and retail page.
Parts in boxes or trays
Ceramic, automotive and household parts packed in boxes or trays are kept together and protected.
How the Compa 500 works
On the Compa, the product is placed in centre-folded shrink film at the sealing station and the L-shaped sealing bar is closed, cutting and sealing the film on two sides in a single stroke. The sealed pack is then carried on the conveyor through the integrated heat tunnel, where hot air shrinks the film evenly around the product.
Sealing station and tunnel are combined in one compact frame, which gives small and medium producers a complete shrink packaging station without the space or cost of a fully automatic line. The machine works with both POF and PVC film.
Choosing the right model
Choose the Compa 500 when you want an L-bar sealer and a shrink tunnel in one compact station. For manual, very small runs on single-phase power, the Electrona series is simpler; for automatic operation at higher output, see the Supra series.
| Model | Type | Sealing jaw | Max. film width | Capacity (max.) | Motor / total power | Machine size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compa 500 | Compact L-bar with tunnel | 540 × 500 mm | 600 mm | 15 packs/min | 1.5 / 11.5 kW | 2730 × 900 × 1400 (h) mm |
| Compa 650 | Compact L-bar with tunnel | 650 × 550 mm | 700 mm | 10 packs/min | 1.5 / 14 kW | 2830 × 1000 × 1400 (h) mm |
| Electrona 300 | L-bar sealer | 500 × 300 mm | 450 mm | 8 packs/min | 3 kW | 580 × 1340 × 1090 (h) mm |
| Electrona 450 | L-bar sealer | 600 × 450 mm | 600 mm | 8 packs/min | 4 kW | 730 × 1560 × 1090 (h) mm |
| Electrona 600 | L-bar sealer | 700 × 550 mm | 700 mm | 6 packs/min | 5 kW | 870 × 1670 × 1090 (h) mm |
| Electrona 800 | L-bar sealer | 900 × 650 mm | 800 mm | 6 packs/min | 6 kW | 970 × 1870 × 1090 (h) mm |
All models wrap products up to 150 mm high; capacity depends on product dimensions. For the whole range, see our POF shrink wrapping machines.
Shrink film for the Compa 500
The Compa 500 takes centre-folded shrink film up to 600 mm wide: POF in 10–30 micron or PVC in 15–25 micron.
POF (polyolefin) film is clear, glossy and strong for its thickness, and it stays flexible in the cold, which makes it the usual choice for retail products and food. PVC film is also accepted on this machine; it shrinks at lower temperatures and is a low-cost option for non-food products.
Film is supplied centre-folded, and the roll width should cover the product width plus its height with some margin for the seals. Our team can recommend film width and thickness for your products.
Installation and integration
The Compa 500 measures 2730 × 900 × 1400 (h) mm (as listed in the catalogue). It runs on 380 V three-phase power, 50/60 Hz, with a main motor of 1.5 kW and a total installed power of 11.5 kW including the heat tunnel; 208, 415 and 480 V versions are available.
Products can be fed by hand or from an existing conveyor, and finished packs can go to boxing, labelling or palletising. Ask us about infeed conveyors and pack collection for your line.
What to check before ordering
- Product size: height (up to 150 mm on all POF models), width and length.
- Output: packs per minute now and in the coming years.
- Product length: fixed sizes suit an L-bar machine; long or varying lengths suit a side sealer.
- Film: POF only, or POF and PVC.
- Infeed: manual loading or connection to a printing, filling or production line.
- Power and space: single-phase or three-phase, and the floor area available.
Operation, maintenance and service
Operators load the film roll, set the sealing and tunnel parameters for each product and keep the infeed clear. Routine care includes cleaning the sealing jaws and conveyor, checking seal quality and following the maintenance intervals in the operating manual.
Edda machines run in more than 80 countries. Installation, training and service are provided by Edda and its local distributors, with remote support from our engineers in Bursa, Türkiye.
Why manufacturers choose Edda
- Türkiye’s first manufacturer of horizontal stretch wrapping machines, with a dedicated shrink-wrapping range built on the same engineering base
- Machines running in over 80 countries, supported by local distributors
- A complete range, from compact entry-level wrappers to fully automated packaging lines
Related machines
- Compa 650: same compact L-bar shrink wrapper, sized for larger products
- Electrona series: compact L-bar sealer for POF and PVC film
- Supra series: automatic L-bar POF shrink wrapping for higher volumes
Frequently asked questions
Which films can the Compa 500 use?
POF film (10, 30 micron) and PVC film (15, 25 micron), up to 600 mm wide on rolls with a Ø 30 mm core.
What size products fit the Compa 500?
Products up to 150 mm high; the catalogue product size for this model is 450 x 400 x 150 mm (W x H x L), with a 540 x 500 mm sealing bar.
What is the maximum output of the Compa 500?
Up to 15 pkg/min (max.), depending on product dimensions.
What power supply does the Compa 500 need?
380 V, 50/60 Hz, 3-phase with neutral and earth; total installed power including the heat tunnel is 11.5 kW.
What output can the Compa 500 reach?
Up to 15 packs per minute (max.), depending on product dimensions and film.
Which film thickness should I use on the Compa 500?
POF film in 10–30 micron is recommended; PVC film in 15–25 micron can also be used. Thinner film is enough for light products; thicker film gives more strength for heavier packs.
What is the maximum product size?
Products up to 150 mm high that fit within the 540 × 500 mm sealing jaw with film margin around them.
Can it be connected to my line?
Yes. Products can be fed from an existing conveyor, and finished packs can go on to boxing, labelling or palletising.
What is the advantage of an integrated tunnel?
Sealing and shrinking happen in one compact station, so packs leave the machine finished, with no separate heat gun or tunnel to set up.
Can I use PVC film?
Yes. The Compa runs POF film in 10–30 micron and PVC film in 15–25 micron.
Get a quote for the Compa 500
Tell us what you pack, the product dimensions and the output you need. Our team will reply with a configuration and price.