Auto Carton Erecting, Loading & Sealing | Ideal for Foil Rolls, Pharma, Food & Cosmetics
For manufacturers that rely on paper carton packaging, the end-of-line cartoning stage often comes with familiar frustrations. Manual carton folding, product insertion and sealing is slow and labor-heavy — peak seasons require hiring extra temporary staff just to keep up. Human error leads to missing items or empty cartons, forcing teams to spend extra hours on quality checks. And switching between carton sizes can take hours of adjustment, making small-batch, multi-SKU orders inefficient and costly.
The FDF-110 medium-speed automatic cartoner is engineered to solve these exact pain points. It automates the full cartoning workflow: carton forming and opening, product feeding, flap folding and final sealing, with an optional hot melt adhesive sealing system available. Built for stable operation and flexible format changes, it supports carton packaging for aluminum foil rolls, pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics and more. It works seamlessly as a standalone machine or can be integrated with upstream production lines, helping manufacturers cut labor costs, boost cartoning throughput, and reduce packaging errors.
Wide Range of Applications
This cartoner fits well with common carton packaging requirements across multiple industries:
- Aluminum foil products: Household foil rolls, cling film rolls, baking paper rolls and similar roll products.
Key Features & Practical Advantages
1. Fully automated cartoning, no manual folding or loading
The machine completes the entire cycle — from carton erecting to product insertion and flap sealing — in one continuous, uninterrupted flow.
- Runs at a steady speed of 40 to 60 cartons per minute, matching the output of several skilled workers with consistent productivity, unaffected by fatigue or shift changes.
- An optional hot melt glue sealing system can be added to complete cartoning and sealing in one step, eliminating the need for extra manual sealing work.
2. Smart detection with automatic empty carton rejection
Equipped with photoelectric monitoring and intelligent sensing, the machine delivers reliable error prevention throughout the process:
- It automatically stops feeding cartons when no product is present at the inlet, preventing waste of blank cartons.
- Empty or underfilled cartons detected during operation are automatically rejected at the outlet, removing the need for dedicated full-inspection staff and preventing customer complaints from empty packages.
- When an abnormality occurs during operation, the machine stops automatically and displays the fault cause on the touchscreen, allowing technicians to troubleshoot quickly and minimize downtime.
3. Multiple overload protection for longer equipment life
The main drive motor with clutch brake is built inside the frame, and each transmission section is fitted with a torque overload protector.
In case of carton jamming or foreign object obstruction causing overload, the main drive automatically disengages from the transmission mechanism. This prevents motor burnout and internal gear damage, effectively protecting the equipment structure and extending its service life.
4. PLC + touchscreen control for simple changeover
Powered by a PLC control system with a touchscreen HMI, cartoning speed and all operation parameters can be set directly on the screen with an intuitive user interface.
Format changeover for different carton sizes is straightforward and requires no major disassembly, making it well suited for multi-specification, small-batch production modes.
Core Component Configuration
To ensure long-term stable operation and easy maintenance, core electrical and pneumatic components are sourced from well-established industry brands with wide spare part availability:
- Control system: Mitsubishi HMI + Mitsubishi PLC, with mature programming and reliable performance
- Low-voltage electrical: Schneider contactors, Omron photoelectric switches for precise detection and high durability
- Pneumatic components: AirTAC solenoid valves and filter regulator, Aikon (South Korea) vacuum generator for consistent, responsive actuation
- Build quality: SUS304 stainless steel enclosure, GCr15 bearing steel for wear parts for a robust, long-lasting machine frame
Key Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Production Speed | 40 – 60 cartons/min |
| Maximum Carton Size (L×W×H) | 460 × 60 × 60mm |
| Carton Material | 250 – 350g/㎡ paperboard (varies by carton size) |
| Power Supply | AC380V, 3-phase 5-wire, 50Hz |
| Total Power | 1.5kW |
| Required Air Pressure | 0.5 – 0.7MPa |
| Air Consumption | 20m³/hour |
| Overall Dimensions (L×W×H) | 3200 × 1350 × 1600mm |
| Net Weight | Approx. 1200kg |
What It Delivers for Your Production
- Lower labor costs: One machine replaces multiple cartoning workers, cutting labor and management expenses — especially valuable for facilities facing labor shortages during peak seasons.
- Consistent, predictable output: Steady 40–60 cartons per minute delivers far more reliable throughput than manual cartoning, making order delivery timelines more predictable.
- Fewer errors and rework: Smart detection and automatic empty carton rejection virtually eliminate missing products and empty cartons, reducing customer complaints and rework costs.
- Easy line integration: It can be seamlessly paired with upstream equipment such as slitters, fillers and blister packers to build a fully automated packaging line.
- Low maintenance effort: Mature structural design, easy wearing part replacement and widely available spare parts keep daily maintenance costs low.
Whether you run an aluminum foil converting facility, pharmaceutical plant, food factory or personal care production line, the FDF-110 automatic cartoner offers a reliable end-of-line packaging solution that delivers fast return on investment by solving core efficiency and cost pain points in the cartoning process.
