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Corrugating Line Buyer's Guide 2026: Choosing the Right System
Comprehensive guide to corrugating lines and board production systems: types, specifications, prices, and how to choose the right line for your factory.
The carton box making machine is essential equipment for corrugated packaging production. This guide covers everything you need to know about selecting, purchasing, and operating carton box making machines.
What is a Carton Box Making Machine?
A carton box making machine (also called corrugated box machine or cardboard box machine) refers to the equipment used to manufacture corrugated cardboard boxes. The term can refer to
Complete corrugating lines (makes corrugated board from paper rolls)
Converting equipment (makes boxes from corrugated sheets)
Integrated systems (both corrugating and converting)
Types of Carton Box Making Machines
1. Corrugated Board Production Line
The foundation of carton manufacturing. Produces corrugated board sheets from paper rolls.
Components: Single facer + Double backer + Slitter scorer + Cut-off
Output: 3-ply, 5-ply, or 7-ply corrugated sheets
Speed: 100-400 m/min depending on configuration
2. Flexo Folder Gluer (FFG)
Converts corrugated sheets into finished boxes.
Functions: Prints (1-4 colors) + Slots and scores + Folds and glues
Output: RSC (Regular Slotted Container) boxes
Speed: 100-350 boxes/min
3. Die Cutter
Creates complex box shapes using dies.
Types: Flatbed die cutter, Rotary die cutter
Used for: Irregular shapes, display boxes, retail packaging
Carton Box Making Machine Specifications
Production Speed
Entry level: 80-150 m/min
Mid-range: 150-250 m/min
High-speed: 250-400 m/min
Working Width: 1400-2800mm
Board Types: 3-ply, 5-ply, 7-ply
Flute Types: A, B, C, E, F flute
Carton Box Making Machine Price Guide (2026)
| Machine Type | Entry Level | Mid-Range | High-End |
| 3-ply Line | $150,000-300,000 | $300,000-600,000 | $600,000-1,200,000 |
| 5-ply Line | $400,000-800,000 | $800,000-1,500,000 | $1,500,000-3,000,000 |
| FFG | $80,000-150,000 | $150,000-400,000 | $400,000-800,000 |
How to Choose the Right Machine
Consider: Production volume, Product requirements, Space and infrastructure, Budget
Why Consider Boiler-Free Technology
Modern carton box making machines with boiler-free technology offer: 60% energy savings, Lower investment cost, Faster installation, Safer operation
Xuegong's boiler-free corrugated board production line achieves single facer speeds up to 300 m/min without requiring a steam boiler.
Contact Xuegong for carton box making machine consultation and pricing.
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