How the LINEBOX-03 packaging line works

The LINEBOX-03 packaging line starts with the AUTOBOX10 case erector, which forms 10–15 boxes per minute, up to 720 per hour. Cartons can be 200–500 mm long, 200–400 mm wide, and 150–350 mm high.

After forming, boxes move along the RC2M-D motorized roller conveyor at 18 m/min to the 1000 mm RC1M passive roller section, where they are filled. The RUBBER box taper then seals the cartons with tape 48–60 mm wide, either BOPP or Kraft. The line uses PLC controls and operates on a 220 V, 50 Hz single-phase supply.

The AUTOBOX10 case erector pulls a flat cardboard blank from its magazine, opens it, folds the bottom flaps, and applies tape to seal the bottom. The open box is then placed on the conveyor, ready for filling. If a blank is damp or bent, the erector may not open it correctly, so always use dry, flat corrugated board. Store blanks off damp floors to keep them dry and flat.

The RC1M passive section is where the packer stands to fill each box. The line is designed to wait for the packer to finish filling, not the other way around. If filling takes longer than forming, boxes will queue at this section. Set the erector’s speed to match the pace of the people filling boxes, or add another packer.

Once filled, the box enters the RUBBER box taper, which folds the top flaps and tapes the box closed. The flap folder is pneumatic, so the taper and the erector both require compressed air in addition to the 220 V supply. The line runs one carton size at a time. To change carton sizes, recall the size on the erector, which stores up to 10 carton sizes, and adjust the conveyor guides and taper for the new size.

End of line packaging: what comes next

A packing line is part of end of line packaging: everything after the product is made, including boxing, sealing, marking, palletizing, strapping, and wrapping.

End of line packaging equipment like these packing lines covers the initial steps: boxing and sealing, or wrapping in film.

After boxes are sealed or products are wrapped, the next steps usually follow a set order. First, each closed box is marked with a code or label. This can be done with a thermal inkjet printer that prints a date or batch code directly on the box, or with a labeling machine that applies a printed label. Both types of marking machines are available in the shop and can be added after the packing line.

Boxes are then stacked on pallets by hand after leaving the line. Plan for a table or conveyor at the end of the line where closed boxes can collect before stacking. With an output of up to 720 boxes per hour, the team stacking boxes on pallets must keep up with the line. If not, boxes will accumulate at the end and risk damage or mix-ups.

Once a pallet is full, a pallet wrapping machine or hand pallet wrap secures the boxes for transport. For heavy boxes, strapping is added to keep the load stable on the pallet. Wrapping and strapping are the final steps before moving the pallet to storage or shipping.

Packing line comparison table

The table below lists the machines, output, pack sizes, and supply details for both lines. For SHRINKCOMBO, supply information is on its product page.

To use the comparison table, start with your packing method: goods in boxes point to LINEBOX-03, goods wrapped in shrink film to SHRINKCOMBO. The table shows output for each line: boxes per minute for LINEBOX-03 and meters per minute for SHRINKCOMBO. You can also compare the pack sizes each line can handle.

Carton packing line: sizes, output, and tape

The LINEBOX-03 carton packing line handles cartons 200–500 mm long, 200–400 mm wide, and 150–350 mm high. It forms up to 720 boxes per hour with the AUTOBOX10 case erector.

The RUBBER box taper seals cartons with tape 48–60 mm wide, either BOPP or Kraft. Used as a case packing line with manual filling, LINEBOX-03 forms, moves, and tapes each box the same way.

The LINEBOX-03 runs one carton size at a time, so if you need to pack several sizes in a shift, plan for the time needed to change settings on the erector, conveyor, and taper. At up to 720 boxes per hour, the line produces a box about every five seconds. Group orders by carton size when possible to minimize size changes.

Keep spare tape rolls at the taper so a roll change takes only a minute. The tape length over the front and back of the box can be set from 5 to 50 mm, allowing you to adjust the hold for each box type; a longer tape leg holds the flaps better on heavy boxes.

SHRINKCOMBO as an automated packaging line

The SHRINKCOMBO automated packaging line features the A450 automatic side sealer and the V4530 shrink tunnel. The side sealer handles products up to 150 mm high at a speed of 15 m/min.

The shrink tunnel processes items up to 1400 × 350 × 200 mm at 10 m/min. This packaging line wraps products in film and shrinks it tightly around them.

The A450 automatic side sealer wraps each item in folded shrink film, sealing along the side and between each pack. The V4530 shrink tunnel then applies heat to shrink the film snugly around the product. For example, you can wrap and shrink a box of small goods together for display or shipping.

The tunnel is the slower machine, so it determines the speed of the entire line, and the sealer’s maximum height sets the height limit for the line. The standard film is POF shrink film, which is clear and lets you see the product inside. This is helpful for items that need to be visible to buyers or checked in the warehouse.

What affects the price of an automatic packing line

The price of an automatic packing line depends on how many and what types of machines are included, the speed of output, the box sizes it can handle, and the control system.

You can find the current price for each packing line on the product cards above.

Main operating costs include cartons and parcel tapes for LINEBOX-03, or film for SHRINKCOMBO, plus electricity and compressed air for the erector and taper. Wear parts like tape blades should be kept sharp and clean to prevent downtime. For instance, a dull blade may leave tape tails or fail to cut tape, causing jams.

Plan for a line length of about 6.1 m for LINEBOX-03, plus space for packers working at the line. Changeover time for different carton sizes is also a cost, especially if you pack many sizes daily. Each product card above has a Get offer button for a quote, and the Add to inquiry button lets you group several machines into one request if you are building a line step by step.

Building a complete packaging line from individual machines

The three machines in the LINEBOX-03 packing line—the case erector, roller conveyor, and box taper (a carton sealer)—are also available separately in the shop.

This lets you start your line with one machine, such as a carton sealer, and add more packaging line equipment as your needs grow.

If you are starting with manual packing, begin with the step that takes the most time, like taping or forming boxes. Adding a carton sealer first can save time and reduce worker strain. Later, you can add a case erector and a conveyor to create a full line. Each LINEBOX-03 machine is designed to work with the others, so you can add them one at a time as your operation expands.

Plan the total line length, about 6.1 m, even if you only install one machine at first. The RC2M-D conveyor connects the machines, and the RC1M passive section gives packers a place to fill boxes. Planning the full length from the start makes it easier to expand the line later without moving equipment.

When a packing line is cost-effective

A packing line is cost-effective when the same packing task is repeated many times a day: forming, taping, and moving boxes by hand ties up staff who could be doing other work.

The time saved by automatic forming and closing only counts if the filling process keeps up, since the people filling the boxes are part of the line too.

To check if a line pays off, add up the minutes per shift spent forming, taping, and carrying boxes by hand, and multiply by the number of people doing these tasks. Compare this to a line that forms and tapes up to 720 boxes per hour. For example, if three people spend two hours per shift on these jobs, a line could free up most of those hours; someone still needs to fill boxes, load the magazine, and stack pallets.

A machine tapes every box the same way, reducing the risk of boxes opening during transport. If a box opens in transit, it can mean a return and extra handling. Manual folding and taping all day can also cause hand and wrist strain, which a line eliminates. If you pack many carton sizes in small quantities, frequent changeovers can use up the time saved by the line, so a single carton sealer or manual station may be a better choice.

Planning the line: sizes, staff, and space

First, check the largest and smallest box or product the packing line needs to handle. Boxes outside the LINEBOX-03 range require a second line or a manual station. The slowest machine sets the hourly output, so if the case erector or shrink tunnel is slower, it determines the line speed.

Plan the space and flow direction, leaving room for staff who fill or load, and make sure boxes or film arrive as quickly as the line uses them.

Draw your workspace layout, showing where blanks are stored, the side of the erector’s magazine, the filling station, the taper exit, and the stacking area. For example, keep the pallet of blanks close to the erector to reduce walking, and place the stacking area near the taper exit for easy palletizing.

The LINEBOX-03 working height is 650 mm; packers stand next to the conveyor, so plan how goods reach the filling spot, whether from a pallet, table, or another conveyor. Make sure there is enough space for packers to work without blocking the line. For example, if two people fill boxes, leave space on both sides of the conveyor so they can move and handle products safely.

Blanks arrive on pallets, so keep one pallet next to the erector. Leave a walkway along the line and make sure emergency stops are easy to reach. Plan where to change the pallet of blanks and the pallet of finished boxes, so a pallet truck or forklift can reach both without crossing the line. Keep air lines and cables off the floor where people walk.

Parcel tape options for box lines

The RUBBER box taper on the LINEBOX-03 uses tape 48–60 mm wide. You can use BOPP tape, which is plastic, or Kraft tape, which is paper. Kraft tape can be recycled with the box as paper.

BOPP tape comes with different adhesives. Acrylic tape holds well on boxes for cold storage; hot-melt tape sticks faster to cardboard. Both are applied at room temperature. The RUBBER box taper works with self-adhesive tape, but water-activated gummed paper tape needs a different dispenser. Tape 48 mm wide fits most boxes, while 60 mm tape is better for heavier or larger cartons.

Store tape at room temperature, since cold tape does not stick well. For example, tape stored in an unheated warehouse may not grip boxes properly and could lead to boxes opening in transit. Before buying a large supply, test a few rolls on your line: the tape should unwind smoothly and stick well to your cartons.

Box or film: what each protects against

Shrink film keeps products together and protects them from dust. The SHRINKCOMBO wraps and shrinks film tightly around the product. A box, as used in the LINEBOX-03, protects against impacts and can be stacked for storage or shipping. The right line depends on how your product is sold and shipped: use film to bundle items and keep them visible and clean, use a box for stacking and transport.

A box can support weight and be stacked high on a pallet, making it good for storage and shipping. Shrink film holds several products together as one unit and keeps them visible. Many packers use both: for example, small items are first wrapped in film for dust protection, then packed into boxes for impact protection and stacking.

Using film requires less material than using a box for the same item, but film does not provide protection from impacts or stacking pressure. Cardboard closed with Kraft tape can be recycled with paper, while film can be recycled with plastics where facilities exist.

Checklist Before Placing Your Order

Before ordering, review your box or product dimensions, hourly output needs, available space and flow direction, staffing at the line, supply of boxes or film, and what happens after the line, such as palletizing, pallet strapping, or pallet wrapping. The comparison table above lists the pack sizes and output rates for both packaging lines.

Begin by listing the carton sizes you need to pack and the daily quantity for each size. The LINEBOX-03 can handle cartons from 200 × 200 × 150 mm up to 500 × 400 × 350 mm, so confirm your sizes fit within this range. Compare your required hourly box output to the LINEBOX-03’s capacity of 720 boxes per hour. If you need more boxes per hour, consider adding a second packing line; if you need more per day, plan for a second shift.

The line requires single-phase electrical outlets and compressed air, as both the case erector and the taper’s flap folder are pneumatic. Allow about 6.1 m of space for the line, plus extra room for operators and pallets at both ends. Ensure you have dry, flat corrugated blanks, parcel tape for the erector and taper, and shrink film for the SHRINKCOMBO if you use shrink wrapping. Assign staff to fill the boxes and to keep the erector’s magazine stocked during operation.

Packing Line Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hourly box output of the LINEBOX-03 packing line?

The AUTOBOX10 case erector forms 10–15 boxes per minute; the manufacturer rates the entire line at up to 720 boxes per hour.

What carton sizes can the LINEBOX-03 packing line process?

The LINEBOX-03 can handle cartons that are 200–500 mm long, 200–400 mm wide, and 150–350 mm high.

What is the total length of the LINEBOX-03 packing line?

The LINEBOX-03 packing line measures approximately 6.1 m in length and has a working height of 650 mm.

What power supply does the LINEBOX-03 packing line require?

The LINEBOX-03 packing line operates on a 220 V, 50 Hz single-phase power supply. Both the case erector and the box taper require compressed air.