Cartoning Machine: The Ultimate Buying Guide

02 Feb.,2024

 

Are you in need of a carton forming machine?

If so, then you are reading the right guideline about it.

I have spare time and resources to look into Cartoning machine or rather, a Cartoner as others may prefer to call it.

Today, a cartoning machine has played a great deal for many businesses when it comes to inventory packaging.

In fact, it has been and still is the commonest form of product packaging.

Vials Cartoning Machine

For instance, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and chemical industries hugely rely on this type of packaging for an effective, safer, and secure way of transporting their products to the market.

And since the market offers several Cartoning machines, it is proving to be a daunting task for most people to decide on which Cartoner could be their ultimate choice.

The good news is:

I choose to undertake this initiative to tailor a step-by-step guideline to assist you to reach an informed decision when looking for a Cartoning machine.

This guide is going to teach you all that you need to know about a Cartoning machine. It shall cover working principles, classification of Cartoning equipment, main features to mention but a few.

We aim to meticulously elaborate on Cartoning machines, but first, I will begin with a general description of what the Cartoning machine is.

Let’s dive right into the main subject of this guide:

1.What is a Cartoning Machine?

2.Why You Need a Cartoning Equipment

3.Main Parts of a Cartoning Machine

4.The Working Principle of Cartoning Machines

5.Main Features of Cartoning Machines: How They Affect the Unit Price of a Machine

6.Practical Applications of Cartoning Machine

Chapter 1: What is a Cartoning Machine?

A cartoning machine is an integration of air, electrical, light, and mechanical high-tech equipment configured to a computer to control, manage and regulate its operation.

Electrical energy is the most essential component of the cartoning machine operation. It is because it powers all the electrical circuit which set in motion all other systems.

For instance, movements of different parts are specifically designed to produce certain desired functions such as circular motion at particular instances from the mechanical part.

In our subsequent chapters of this guide, I will introduce you to the main parts of a cartoning machine.

So don’t worry, I will come to all that.

I hope you can see how this machine works.

Anyway, let’s come back to our discussion here.

Perhaps the above explanation sounds too technical, anyway you should not worry as we continue, I will break it down into bits and pieces.

This is because it is important to understand better and know everything about Cartoning machines.

Fundamentally, it works by forming cartons;

1.It shapes cartons out of blanks to stand up-straight

2.Close or/and erect

3.Introduce a product

4.Folds

5.Side-seams and finish by sealing

Below is a step-by-step carton forming process:

A summary of the cartoning process

What is evident about a Cartoner that makes it different from other packaging machines?

It packages inventory into cartons.

For example, have you ever been to supermarket stores?

You’ll realize that cosmetics or pharmaceutical products are in cartons of different sizes and shapes. Such product packaging is probably done by a Cartoning machine.

Cartoning process

That aside:

Another thing that is really intriguing and what you need to consider at any given instance is the:

Carton Shape and Size

Let me explain something here:

I understand that you might still be baffled as to why it is called a cartoning machine yet it is used in product packaging and not carton production.

Well, the cartoning machine is simply fed with blank stacks of cartons that are shaped to pack inventory.

Arrow points at the carton blanks

So, what are those cartons made up of and where do they come from?

Cartons are made and designed from carton-board: a paper material with semi-flexibility and considerable thickness, used for holding goods especially food or liquids while on transit.

Six-sided rectangular or square-shaped cartons are the commonly known cartons, but there are still cartons of various shapes and sizes. These wide ranges of shapes include double-wall, octagonal, frame-wall, hinged lids, triangular, tapered trays, and wave-shaped.

Packaging machine

You must bear in mind that the method deployed in filling and closing determines what shape and size of a carton to be used.

Besides methods of filling and closing the cartons, another significant issue is to get the carton to stand up-straight to provide clear space for product insertion and sealing it.

Cartons are supplied with different designs to the buyers and some come with pre-cut slots and tabs; others have the folds glued with adhesive.

Mostly, cartons are brought in the form of flat blanks, cut to shape and size, pre-printed, and others with tabs and slots pre-cut if requested.

Let’s have an overview of the whole cartoning procedure:

Basically, a Cartoning machine is initially fed or rather, supplied with stacks of fold cartons, leaflets or brochures, or production line.

During its operation, the Cartoner picks up a piece, shapes it (or gets it to stand up straight). It continues to introduce product(s) horizontally or vertically through one open end.

Thereafter, it closes by pushing, folding, or turning the flaps of the carton and before applying glue or any other suitable adhesive.

Most Cartoning machines use a mechanical sleeve or pressurized air to push products into the cartons. But you should not be surprised when you come across Cartoners that require human input to insert products into the carton.

The above sequence is performed repeatedly forming a chain of packed cartons moving along the guide rail on a conveyor running to the carton chute.

I trust until this point you have grasped what a cartoning machine is, but for those who have never been to a Cartoning industry, it can sound somewhat strange or tricky.

Before going into why you need cartoning equipment for your business, here is what you must know:

There is a need to understand that different designs of cartoning machines serve different purposes. So, when you order a cartoning machine, make sure it can sufficiently handle your packaging needs.

Chapter 2: Why You Need a Cartoning Equipment

Cartoning equipment has revolutionized how industries package their finished products all over the world.

With these machines, they’ve been able to keep up with ever-rising levels of demand for goods such as pharmaceutical products, foodstuff, and many more.

As a result, they’ve been able to maintain a steady production process.

This is essential to succeeding in the business; ensuring ready availability of the product for the market.

Several factors contribute to getting product packaging right. For example, safety procedures, adequate operational training programs, equipment upgrades, and preventive maintenance.

Therefore, a decisive role has to be played to positively impact the output of your business.

There are innumerable advantages that come with the adaption and implementation of a cartoning machine for your business. But if you cannot envisage such importance guaranteed by cartoning equipment; then below are a few reasons why you need cartoning equipment in a production environment.

 Product Protection and Ease of Transport

Carton protects products filled in them. Since cartons assume regular shapes, makes it easier for bulking packaging for lorries, containers, and other vessels easing transportation.

It is easier to package and transport bottles inboxes

For instance, bottles need a proper carriage to accommodate their unique shape. 

 Save time

High-speed production lines are susceptible to time wastage during packaging. However, with a continuous mode cartoning machine high speed is achievable and guarantees high throughput altogether.

Automatic cartoning machine

In case you have gone for a fully-automatic cartoning machine that means there will be reduced labor-input during the production process. And since the machine does not suffer fatigue unlike man, production can run for longer hours without unnecessary breaks, ultimately, high throughput.

 Tamper Proof

Apart from protecting the products from adulteration and interference, carton packaging can also act as tamper-proof. Carton packaging is done with the aid of a human and a machine show stark differences from ones done with a Cartoner.

Packaging ensures safety

A cartoning equipment is designed to perform each task in a trig and typically same manner, which can be vividly observed. The unique manner in which the cartoning equipment seal the cartons can aid in determining whether there is tampering with any product. This reason also builds consumer confidence in your brand.

 Handle a Vast Array of Commodities

If you are concerned about multi-packaging, then you should cast away your aspersions as some semi-automatic cartoning equipment can multitask. For instance, products such as toothpaste and brush can be simultaneously packaged into a single carton.

Packaging different products

Besides, bunch packaging can also be carried out effectively and efficiently.

Thus, investment in cartoning equipment proves to be a real game-changer when planning to swiftly move your inventory to market.

Since you have understood why you need cartoning equipment for your business, let’s continue to explore more about cartoning machines.

Chapter 3: Main Parts of a Cartoning Machine

Cartoning machine is an assembly of devices comprising of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic as well as light components.

They are all combined to work together in such a manner to produce, transform or rather utilize effectively mechanical energy generated from the system.

Indeed, a cartoning machine is a setup of a wide array of components and parts.

Getting to understand the nitty-gritty of each part is crucial in choosing a suitable cartoning machine.

Again, it is important to note that this machine has hundreds of parts and components. However, for the scope of this guide, I will restrict our discussion only to the main parts you ought to know.

With such valuable knowledge, you should be able to picture the actual working principles of a cartoning machine. Below is an outline of the main parts of a cartoning machine:

1.Control Panel/segment

2.Electric Motors & Electric Panel

3.Lubrication system

4.Carton Pack Tooling & Pneumatic System

5.An ink-jet printer

6.A safety system

7.Conveyors, Rollers, Guide Rail and Carton Chute

 Control Panel/Segment

With the advent of new technology, the integration of various systems has been realized reducing the cost involved in assigning individuals to monitor such processes.

This forms one of the very essential components of a cartoning machine. The whole process has been configured and design to a specific automation and control module (PLC).

A more sophisticated Cartoner control segment can perform and monitor the following:

1.Number of cartons per control

2.Number of products per-pack control

3.Print control

4.Electrical and fluid indicators

5.Product Placement Control

Is it possible to control the whole cartoning process from the panel?

Yes, it is possible to manage and regulate the production process from the control segment. In layman’s terms, the control panel is the ‘brain’ of the machine.

Siemens has made it easier by integrating the frequency-converter, PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) with an interface called Human Machine Interface (HMI).

The Human Machine Interface enables an operator to instruct, revoke even intuitively stop all operations if deemed necessary.

The HMI also allows the operator to change the parameters and requirements of the production process to achieve the desired set point within a certain duration.

Besides the controlling aspect, the panel is also configured to alert the operator in case of breakdowns from other parts of the machine.

 Electric Panel & Electric Motors (Gearing System)

The mains for the cartoning machine is tapped at the electric panel. The electric system also powers up the pneumatic system to function.

Always remember that the electric panel carries all the connections to the whole cartoning machine. This section is the ‘heart’ of the machine since all electrical circuits and mechanical systems are configured here.

It is important to always have an electrical schematic diagram for a cartoning machine to assist wherever necessary in the event of an electrical fault. 

What is an electric motor?

It is a device that converts electric energy into mechanical energy.

Let me simplify it further, an electric motor is a device that uses electricity to generate the desired movement.

Note:

All motions and movements produced by a cartoning machine when running are solely attributed to the functioning of motors.

Research and development on motors have opened up many applications that are instrumental in creating different functions in the cartoning machine.

Like many other machines, motors in a Cartoner are also well enclosed and placed at the bottom section. The chains, bearing, belt, gears, and shafts are conveniently connected via gearing axis, support axis to the machine middle shafts to transmit motion to desired sections.

Below is a simple schematic diagram of the mechanical system of a cartoning machine:

It is important to note the above when addressing motor breakdown.

Also, the speed of these motors can be controlled by the operator via the HMI by adjusting the parameters set at the frequency converter.

These motors are designed with in-built protection system such as:

1.Cclutch breakers

2.Torsion-overload protector

They can prompt disengagement of the main drive motor from the gearing system thus protecting machine parts by preventing damage due to overload.

Motion responsible for all rotations and movements

The motors make it possible for the conveyor to run, cartons to move along the rail, pressing mechanism work at the carton pack tooling, etc.

 Automatic Lubrication System

The life-span of bearing, belts, and gears are determined by the consistency of lubrication.

As earlier mentioned a cartoning machine is an electromechanical device. Like many other mechanical systems, to achieve optimal performance, the moving parts must be properly lubricated.

The service life of the bearing, belts, and gears are threatened by contamination, high temperature, humidity, and moisture. Therefore, failure to apply lubrication may adversely impact the maintenance cost and schedule, and machine performance.

Cartoning machines are designed with an automatic lubrication system that ensures processing operations are well-run.

Sections of moving parts that require lubrication

The lubrication system is automatically prompt to supply an adequate amount of good lubricant to the moving parts; though suitable lubricant should be supplied to the system during maintenance interval.

This lubrication solution provides an opportunity to increase productivity and uptime. It also reduces labor costs and extends maintenance and repair interval.

 Cartoning Pack Tooling & Pneumatic System

This is the section where the machine presides over the actual cartoning.

Vacuum suction run by the pneumatic system comes into play when drawing blank cartons to begin the cartoning process.

The carton storeroom is the section used to put cartons. It consists of back and front sections mounted with front and mid plates. The mid-plate is mobile making it adjustable to the carton length.

On the other hand, the front bracket and back bracket are installed with a long-hole, hence can shift from right to left. This allows adjustment according to carton specifications.

 An Ink-Jet Printer

A fully functional cartoning machine should be installed with an ink-jet printer, which should have writing options at least three minimum rows.

 A Safety System

Since any machine is an inanimate object, you must heed precautions when handling them. That is why you should request to be taken through adequate and thorough safety procedures that come with any machine.

Section of essential safety components in cartoning machines

One crucial safety is system is the emergency buttons which should be placed intervals along the Cartoner sections for ease of access in case of an emergency call.

Usually, the emergency button is wired from the mains supplying the machine on a Normally Closed path (NC) when operational or not. If any emergency button is in or pushed the machine should not initiate any process unless the issue is resolved and the button pulled.

In that instance, it becomes Normally Open (NO) meaning the power circuit is open.

However, upon noticing unusual packaging, undesired motion emanating from the moving parts; it is recommended to push any easily accessible emergency button.

This will cut off the power supply to the machine. In the process, you would stop a mess or losses.

Another safety measure that should be observed is proper earthing and grounding of the electrical circuit running in the cartoning machine. This is to avoid unpleasant shocking from the body of the machine.

The cartoning machine should be well-designed to reduce exposure the operator to unnecessary danger and risk. It should have a well-designated section where a human operator can work comfortably without problems.

 Conveyors, Rollers, Guide Rail and Carton Chute

To promote the movement of cartons from one point to the other, conveyors are interlinked with rollers. They draw their motions from running motors that are coupled with a gearbox to determine the speed of the motors.

This part is vital for the operation of the Cartoner because once the product is packaged the carton moves to the next step. At the same time, it is being guided by the rail forming the runway.

Depending on the manufacturer, a cartoning machine can be designed with a chute concept. At this point, fully packaged inventory is dropped from the Cartoner for further packaging into bigger boxes for storage or transport.

As a rule of thumb, always request for product manual from your manufacturer of the machine. You’ll get to know every component of the machine.

As I said earlier, the number and design of parts will vary from one machine to another. This will depend on the cartoning machine model and design.

Chapter 4: The Working Principle of Cartoning Machines

Most carton forming machines are designed and installed with three feeds or entrances:

1.Machine package box entrance

2.Brochure/manual entrance

3.Medicine bottle/vial entrance.

At this moment, I will hint at what is expected as working principles of carton forming machines.

First, a carton is set in position by the guide rail before a push mechanism by the push plate makes the carton open up. Then the bottom of the carton is stuck to a sucker (vacuum suction) driven by the pneumatic system, from its front and rear directions to ensure that the box gets to the loading bay at a right angle.

At the loading area, the product is inserted into the carton through mechanical effort, however, gently and precisely. Once it is filled, the chain conveyor directs filled cartons along with the folding spot.

At this point, the cartoning machine targets ears of the cartons. The process is done simultaneously on both the left and right sides of the rail by rotary movement.

Then the cam coupled to motors with push plates on either side of the rail does the actual folding mechanism.

The next crucial step sets in, here; front covers close the tongue of the carton. Afterward, a push is orchestrated using the pushing plate, the lid is bent and the resultant fastening lock as the tab gets inserted into the box.

This is the cover action.

At this juncture, the degree of accuracy of the machine is assessed. It determines the good and bad package, by examining the structure of the carton before deciding on the damaged ones and those to lead carton chute.

Now, with that quick overview, let’s get to the core of this process:

How an Automatic Cartoning Machine Works

 Here, we are going to explain how an automatic cartoning machine works.

All start at the:

 Gearing System of Automatic Cartoning Machine

Once the motors are powered on it initiates a mechanical movement to the main drive. It subsequently transfers it to other gearing parts through:

1.Gearing axis

2.Threaded shafts

3.Support axis which is sustained by a centered plate.

It will depend on the design of the cartoning machine.

This results in a reciprocating movement at the middle section of the machine. The centered plate, however, is adjustable depending on the carton specifications.

And at the back of the machine, there is a gearing chain that ensures the centered plate follows a reciprocating motion. Carton chain transmits and intermission movements along the chain process.

 Blank Cartons Section

Blank cartons are stored in the carton storeroom. At this point, both carton storeroom and carton suction process form the carton unload-device.

The front section of the carton storeroom is a pressing device for the stack cartons.

Apart from picking carton from the stack, the sucker is also used to absorb blocked or damaged carton between the blank carton suction point and storeroom.

In most cases, a photoelectric mechanism encodes input that prompts a signal to immediately stop the machine.

Blank cartons moving to the cartoning machine system

 Feeding Mechanism of a Cartoning Machine

This will differ depending on the type of carton forming machine you are using. For instance, in bottle cartoning, there can be a turntable for aligning the products into a conveyor.

The three entrances of the cartoning machine transfer all the materials to the feeding structure, which consists of a feeding tank and material feeder.

Section of the feeding system

 Folding Mechanism of the Cartoning Machine

Next is the folding mechanism.

Here, the leaflet folder folds up the entire leaflet while running on the leaflet conveyor.

This process is followed by stacker, paper separating, suction adjustment respectively.

In the stacker adjustment, a piece of paper is placed on the feed-table, and the machine-wheel is set at a position that makes the suction nozzle rise to its peak position.

Then a clearance of 1mm is made between the suction hole and paper cover front edge. In fact, at the apex of the suction nozzle, both its plane and that of the stacker must be flash.

The set highest position of the suction nozzle to enable easy reach to carton onto the bottom of the blank, thereby leaving a gap between the remaining stack the absorbed paper.

On the other hand, the paper hook should be positioned at the lowest point to ensure paper suction is pulled down.

 Product Insertion Stage

This is where the machine inserts the product into the respective boxes.

The product is supplied to the feed device where it is taken at the bottom before correctly being pushed inside a carton.

Bottles ready for feeding in the boxes

It is the push port that directs the products through a mechanical drive latitudinal or longitudinally. In the event, the process stalls, an overload feedback system will alert the PLC unit on the control panel to stop the machine.

 Carton-seal Device of a Cartoning Machine

It is made up of a small and big tongue carton close device. The former is on either side of the conveyor and composed of a box guide and folding pad.

Sealing cartons after feeding the product

The carton is made to move at a specific range when runs on the box track. At the same time, the close device powers the paddles and it repeats movement at a given angle range.

The latter is driven by duo rotating cranks that move the plate flat. This movement results in bending, tongue, and sealing.

Side-seaming begins and application of hot melt-spray on both ends of the cartons while being gradually pressed along a small plane while the hot spray solidifies. Another automatically run-process of ink-jet printer prints date stamp, environmental protection labels, legible, etc.

 Chute of Automatic Cartoning Machine

At the carton chute, a pressurized arm helps in ejecting the packed carton. Also, if the integrity of the carton is compromised, the action cover determines and decides if it is good/bad or accepted/rejected.

 Key Stages in Actual Cartoning Process

In this section, I will majorly focus on the key stages involved in the cartoning process.

You can notice that a cartoning process is a series of stages that lead to cartoning formation in the end. But the whole process has approximately four main stages which are considered essential in the whole process.

What follows are the processes of each crucial step in the carton packaging process:

 Under the Box-Action

Here, a sucker on the carton feed-mouth sticks a carton on a downward position along the cartoning line while the push plate makes the guide rail clamping-box opens up the box.

Concurrently, two screens move forward, from the base upwards, in the opposite direction carton is stuck on the side. The mechanism ensures that the box arrives at the loading area at the right angle.

 Loading Zone

This stage is where the filling machine operates. Inserting the inventory is rather straight forward by using a pressurized arm or feeding screw to drive the product into the carton.

This stage lasts at most 2 seconds.

 Folding Mechanism

What follows is the folding mechanism. Immediately after the loading stage, there is a push plate that flips up the lower end-flap to close, and at the next point, the upper ears are shut.

A rotational motion completely folds and presses the ears of the box while lining along the rail.

This chain operation and mechanical rotary motion are thoroughly executed leaving no ear unturned.

 Cover Action

This final stage determines the integrity of the whole automatic cartoning process. The carton gets folded in the tongue, and then is pushed to bend the box by pushing the plate.

However, the tongue is left inserted into the box. Lock fastening proves that the cover action was well-run.

As you can see, the process involves series of parts and components coordinating together. This ensures accuracy and consistency in the entire process.

With all these in mind, let me take you to yet another critical step in the cartoning machine:

Chapter 5: Main Features of Cartoning Machines: How They Affect the Unit Price of a Machine

Demand and Supply

Cartoning machine's cost is driven by demand for better, convenient, and sturdy packaging equipment.

This will imply that you have to go for a machine with advanced features. Consequently, this will basically determine the cost of the cartoning machine.

Section of cartoning machine

Furthermore, the lengthy supply chain of products beginning from manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers up to consumers play a critical role here.

 Safety of the Cartoning Machine

Fully automated systems not only guarantee precise and optimal production, but also the safety of cartoning machine and technicians.

This has led to a need to adapt to protective packaging methods for safety and ease of handling and transportation of products to the market.

As a result, it plays an integral role in determining the price of the cost of cartoning machine.

Cartons presented the best solution.

 Degree of Automation

Automation has brought a lot of changes in the manufacturing of modernized cartoning machines. More production businesses are switching to both automated production and packaging which demand little human labor-input.

In this case, the unit price of cartoning machines may widely vary depending on their degree of automation. For instance, a fully-automatic cartoning machine is likely to cost more than a semi-automatic cartoning machine.

This is because the former has an additional feature, that is, the ability to run the whole cartoning procedure more efficiently, effectively and increase the overall throughput as compared to the latter.

Also, a cartoning machine designed for forming only cartons will be more affordable, unlike one designed and manufactured to accomplish both carton forming and product packaging.

The level of automation has created multiple avenues for cartoning machine manufacturers. They can produce machines with different capabilities, depending on the specific needs of their customers.

 Production Capacity of Cartoning Machine

The capacity of cartoning machines plays a great role when it comes to the pricing of a cartoning machine.

But, what do I mean when say the capacity of a cartoning machine?

This is the number of units the cartoning equipment can output in an hour.

Different designs of cartoning machines have different capacities. Normally, a cartoning machine with a higher production capacity will be more expensive.

This crucial feature directly affects the price of many cartoning machines.

It is prudent to know what capacity specification of cartoning equipment you need to assess your purchasing power.

 Type of Product

Cartoning machines are used in different industries for packaging a wide array of various products for the market.

Definitely, the type of product also becomes a determining factor in the pricing of a cartoning machine. The size of the product dictates the design of the packing unit.

The product features such as base area, weight, etc., must be captured to come with a precise packing procedure on that cartoning machine.

Evidently, putting into consideration such factors coupled with the design size of such a cartoner, you will realize a variation in the prices of cartoning machines. For instance, those in the food and beverages industry vary from those in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

 Additional Accessories and Equipment

There are two types of designs deployed while manufacturing cartoning machines. These are rigid and flexible designs.

A rigid cartoning machine has been designed with limited features for future upgrades. Again, this feature will ultimately affect the unit price of cartoning machines.

 Whether is an Online or Offline Carton Forming Machine

First, I must make it clear what I mean by online or offline cartoning machine.

An online carton forming machine refers to a type of machine that directly links up with the production line to complete product packaging in one process. 

On the other hand, an offline cartoner means product packaging is conducted though after finishing production.

Therefore, for an online cartoning machine speed and power has to be factored in before manufacturing the machinery. This is to ensure the production speed is properly synchronous to perfectly match the two processes.

Obviously, acquiring an online carton forming machine will make you spend more due to the above factors as compared to offline where you set machine speed based on shift hours.

Generally, these are some of the main features of a cartoning machine that can affect the unit price of this equipment.

The bottom line:

Underestimating the choice of a robust cartoning machine for your business packaging solutions can invite unforeseen expenses thus increasing production cost altogether. Much is expected before the product presentation into the market.

This is why there is a need to understand what main features of cartoning machines have and how they affect the unit price of a machine.

With this knowledge, you can easily optimize your packaging needs.

Always remember:

Your preference for a suitable cartoning machine will be directly affected by several features in the cartoning machines.

Chapter 6: Practical Applications of Cartoning Machine

 Application of Cartoning Machine in Food Industry

Through years of research and development by cartoning machine manufacturers, have seen colossal amounts invested to design suitable packaging machines for food products.

This is because how food is packed counts a lot. In addition to product presentation, also quality and hygiene take precedence.

Most food cartoning machines are designed to delicately handle the product at the loading stage as well as maintain the box integrity; the shape of the carton.

What follows are fields in the food industry where different cartoning machines are used to transform the packaging of food products:

Packaging biscuits and pastries

Carton packaging is the best form for food as it keeps no moisture within. Here, a horizontal loading machine can best suit such a packaging process since it is reliable and safe during the packaging mechanism.

See the below images of biscuit and pastries packaging.

Biscuits

The cartons are formed leaving ample space for the product to protect its integrity.

Packaging Meal ingredients and Prepared Meals

Vertical Cartoning Machine is ideal for an array of fast foods, ready-to-eat foods together with meal ingredients. For a fact, it is possible to introduce multiple units in the box either automatically or manually.

This will depend on the degree of automation that your cartoner has.

Compartments can also be created where trays are used. Simply, a cardboard sleeve is inserted and relies on lateral product insertion at the loading bay.

Packaging of grains and seeds

Here, both the horizontal and vertical cartoning machines fit grains and seeds packaging processes. Bulk filling or pre-packaged is achievable as long as product feeding is done as a whole.

Packaging Sweet and Chocolate

Sweet and chocolate packaging are often of higher quality and more expensive than usual as they are designed for prestige. Artistic printing and shapes attached to these cartons help to create such a deluxe look.

Application of cartoning machine in Pharmaceutical Industry

You can still use a cartoning machine to package products in both the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. From, bottles, blisters, capsules, medical tools, sachets, vials, can be packed with ease with an appropriate cartoning machine.

You must determine packing requirements and needs to procure a design that best addresses pertinent issues for your business. Of course, choose only a high-end cartoning machine at the market.

In short, the cartoning machine plays an integral role in many industries, just as I have indicated in many chapters in this guide.

Now, I know this is what you have been waiting for all along.




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