Designed for high-mix, high-throughput sachet operations, our cartoner unifies counting, leaflet insertion, closing, and in-line inspection in a compact frame. It integrates seamlessly with upstream stick/sachet machines, delivering repeatable carton quality while pushing OEE up and total cost down.
Stable OEE >85% target with synchronized infeed buffers to prevent pile-ups and starvations.
Fast changeover via tool-less format parts, position scales & recipe memory.
Perfect cartons: pre-break + dual forming + corner-press to avoid bulging and wrinkles.
Accurate count & insert: multi-stage collation, leaflet/desiccant inserter, reject lanes.
Smart quality: vision OCR/2D code check, inline checkweigher, serialization ready.
Low TCO: optimized hot-melt patterns, compact footprint, transparent air/electricity usage.
Plug-and-play with multi-lane stick packers / VFFS sachet machines; optional accumulation tables, case packer, palletizer, and MES/ERP data interface.
Receives sachets from upstream stick/VFFS machines; an accumulation buffer absorbs cycle-time variations to stabilize the infeed.
Synchronized tracking prevents starving and pile-ups
Smooth handoff to the cartoner at variable speeds
Gentle handling protects powder/liquid sachets
Multi-stage lanes align and stage sachets; sensors verify counts. Recipes define grouping patterns (e.g., 10/12/20).
Accurate counting with multi-point detection
Flexible group sizes and orientations
Stable for powders/liquids without deformation
Pre-break scores open the carton to lower opening force and stabilize geometry
Easier, faster opening at speed
Square, consistent carton cavity
Reduced tear and crushed-crease rates
Mandrels/forming arms erect the carton; guides stabilize the cavity prior to insertion.
Consistent forming at medium/high speed
Tolerates board caliper and stiffness variance
Improves insertion stability downstream
Grouped sachets are pushed or lowered into the carton with synchronized motion profiles.
Gentle insertion prevents squeeze and leaks
Reliable at high speeds with minimal jams
Clean stack alignment inside the carton
Leaflets, desiccants, or vouchers are inserted via folder or pick-and-place in sync with the cycle.
Pharma compliance and documentation ready
Flexible for marketing/QA add-ons
Missed-insert detection with reject path
Flaps are closed by optimized hot‑melt patterns or mechanical tucking; tamper-evident features optional.
Lower glue usage with high bond strength
Supports tamper/tear features and special designs
Clean closure with minimal stringing
Codes are printed/labeled and verified by OCR/2D; mismatches or unreadables are auto-rejected.
Full traceability and compliance
Zero wrong‑code release target
Audit‑ready data capture
Inline checkweigher confirms pack weight before discharge to case packing; rejects are diverted.
Catches count/fill deviations in real time
Smooth handover to case packers
Improves overall yield and OEE
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Range
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Speed
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60–240 cartons/min (depends on configuration, carton size, sachets/carton)
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Sachet size
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Width 25–60 mm; Length 80–160 mm (example range)
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Sachets per carton
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5–30 sachets (flat / vertical / cross stacking)
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Carton size
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L 80–220 × W 25–90 × H 60–150 mm (example range)
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Closing
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Hot‑melt / Tuck‑in; tamper‑evident option
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Inserts
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Leaflet / Desiccant / Promo card
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Inspection
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Vision OCR/2D, Inline checkweigher, Metal detector (optional)
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Utilities
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AC 3‑phase; Compressed air 0.6–0.8 MPa (consumption per configuration)
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Changeover
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<10–20 min (typical target)
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HMI
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Multi‑language, Recipe management, Data export / MES interface
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Specs vary by product, sachet/carton formats, and selected modules. Final limits will be confirmed after sample trials and line study.
he cartoner linked flawlessly with our 8‑lane stick packer. Changeovers now take under 12 minutes, and we eliminated counting errors thanks to vision + checkweigh. It’s the first time our promo packs ship on time without weekend overtime.
hot‑melt usage
Serialization and OCR closed our traceability loop. Missed‑leaflet detection removed a recurring deviation, and we’ve had zero wrong‑code releases since go‑live. Audit prep time dropped dramatically
Saved in Operational Costs
With gentle insertion profiles we stopped pouch squeezing on honey sticks. After integrating the case packer, throughput increased and rework nearly disappeared. The line paid back in under 14 months.
effectiveness improved
Yes. We provide signal integration (start/stop, speed tracking), buffering and cycle‑time balancing, with FAT demo on your sample sachets. Compatible with multi‑lane stick packers and single‑lane VFFS; we align recipes and handshakes for stable infeed.
Typical <10–20 minutes with trained operators. Scope includes tool‑less format part change, position scale adjustments, and recipe switching. We provide a changeover timer video + checklist to standardize the procedure.
Multi‑stage collation with presence sensors ensures counts; inline checkweighing and/or vision OCR verify content and codes. Reject lanes automatically remove bad packs to protect downstream OEE.
Choose hot‑melt for higher strength, speed and heavier pouches; choose tuck‑in for lower glue cost or specific carton designs. We can run a glue‑usage optimization and carton tests to confirm.
Answer: Options include 21 CFR Part 11, serialization, OCR/2D verification, inline checkweigher, batch records & audit trails; machine design follows GMP/CE/UL where required.
Food/Personal Care: 0.5 months; Pharma/Nutrition:0.5-1 months (incl. validation). We provide installation, commissioning (SAT), operator training, remote diagnostics, and spares kits.
