SHANKLIN T7HSS SHRINK TUNNEL – INDUSTRIAL HEAT SHRINK PACKAGING UNIT

DAG Asset ID: AKDI-PKG-0003
DAG Certificate ID: DAG-2026-0010
Manufacturer: Shanklin (Sealed Air Corporation)
Model: T7HSS
Asset Type: Shrink Tunnel (Heat Shrink Packaging System)
Location: AKDI – Harvey, Illinois
Verification Status: Physically Verified, Operational, Installed In-Line
Category: Packaging Equipment
Customer Program Supported: Primary: Frozen Retail Ready Packaging (Kroger Program) | Secondary: Frozen Meal Production (Centerville Pot Pies)

Manufacturer Details
Shanklin, a Sealed Air Corporation brand, is a globally recognized manufacturer of industrial shrink packaging systems. Shanklin shrink tunnels are widely utilized in food production, consumer goods, and industrial packaging environments for continuous, high-reliability operations.

Asset Type
Conveyorized heat shrink tunnel designed to apply controlled thermal energy to shrink film following product sealing, producing a tight, tamper-evident package.

Asset Overview
The Shanklin T7HSS is a stainless steel, conveyorized shrink tunnel configured for continuous inline packaging operations. Products enter through insulated curtain flaps, pass through a temperature-controlled chamber with forced air circulation, and exit fully shrunk and sealed.

This unit is actively installed and functioning as part of the AKDI frozen retail packaging line (AKDI-LINE-0001), supporting ongoing production tied to grocery and prepared meal programs. The asset operates downstream of a wrapping/sealing system and is fully integrated into production workflow.

Technical Specifications
Model: T7HSS
Voltage: 230V
Phase: 3 Phase
Frequency: 60 Hz
Amperage: Approx. 84 FLA
Conveyor Type: Stainless steel mesh belt
Heating System: Forced-air heat shrink tunnel
Construction: Stainless steel industrial housing
Mobility: Mounted on casters

Functional Description
Wrapped products are conveyed into the tunnel where controlled heat and airflow shrink the film tightly around the product. The system provides consistent, uniform shrink application for retail-ready packaging.

Key components include dual air circulation blowers, temperature-controlled chamber, adjustable conveyor speed, and insulated entry/exit curtains for heat retention. The system is designed for inline integration with L-bar sealers or flow wrapping equipment.

Condition & Verification Status
Condition: Good operational condition
Exterior: Clean stainless steel construction with minor wear consistent with active production use
Controls: Dual control panels present and functional
Installation: Fully installed and actively integrated into packaging line
Verification Method: Physical inspection and photographic confirmation

Use Case Applications
Frozen meal packaging
Retail-ready shrink wrapping
Multi-pack bundling
Protein and prepared food packaging
Tamper-evident sealing applications

Location & Ownership
Location: AKDI Facility – Harvey, Illinois
System Integration: Component of AKDI-LINE-0001 (Frozen Retail Packaging Line)
Ownership: American Kitchen Delights, Inc. (subject to financing structures, leasing arrangements, or asset reclassification under DuFort Advisory Group LLC where applicable)

Valuation Reference
Estimated Fair Market Value (FMV): $22,000 – $38,000
Orderly Liquidation Value (OLV): $15,000 – $25,000
Forced Liquidation Value (FLV): $9,000 – $18,000

Valuation ranges reflect comparable secondary market data, replacement cost considerations, installed operational status, and integration within an active production system. Values are indicative only and do not constitute a formal appraisal.

DAG Verification Statement
This asset has been physically inspected, documented, and verified as an installed and operational component of a commercial packaging system at the AKDI facility. Manufacturer identification, model designation, and system integration have been confirmed through on-site photographic evidence and equipment review.

Disclosures
This record is provided for asset identification, documentation, and registry purposes only and does not constitute a certified appraisal or guarantee of value.
Condition assessments are based on visual inspection and observed operational context at the time of documentation.
No representations are made regarding remaining useful life, regulatory compliance, or fitness for a specific purpose.
Ownership status is based on available information at time of entry and may be subject to change based on financing arrangements, leasing structures, or asset transfers.
Any third party, including lenders or buyers, should perform independent due diligence prior to reliance on this asset record for underwriting, collateralization, or transaction purposes.

Verified, Documented, and Registered by DuFort Advisory Group LLC under the DAG Asset Registry System