Single-Piece Carton & Case Erector Machine

Zray Single-Blank Carton Erector adopts compact single cardboard forming design, specially designed for small & medium batch production and limited-space workshops. Tool-free quick size changeover greatly improves production flexibility.

Manufactured under full-line engineering standards from Mars and Duracell projects. Optimized feeding and folding path effectively reduce carton jamming rate, supporting stable continuous operation for long shifts.

All core electric and pneumatic components use international brands Siemens, Schneider and SMC. Standard communication interfaces reserved to connect multihead weighers, carton filling and sealing machines to build automatic packaging lines.

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Core Customer Value & Advantages

Multi-Format Flexibility

Fit Platform, Citrus, P-84, Column, C-1, Glueless trays via interchange mould & process kits.

Stable Max 35 Trays/Min

Coordinated blank feeding, gluing & forming for non-stop mass production.

Precise Gluing & Folding

Fixed positioning keeps consistent glue track, neat folded edges for high stack strength.

Active Forming & Compression

Pre-guiding + final pressure forming to guarantee square tray shape and tight glue joint.

Operator Friendly Design

Transparent full perimeter safety doors, intuitive touch screen, clear adjustment scales for quick changeover.

Long Service Lifecycle

Heavy welded frame, modular spare parts, low downtime and low full‑cost ownership.

Supported Carton & Tray Styles

Compatible mainstream one-piece die-cut trays for agriculture & retail packaging, custom mould available for special structures.

Plaform

Common open tray box for fruit & food packaging, suitable for stacking, circulation and retail display.

Citrus

Focused on ventilation, load‑bearing and stable stacking, widely used for oranges, navel oranges and other fruits & vegetables.

P‑84

Can integrate corner reinforcement, interlocking structure, ventilation and special stacking pattern, ideal for fruit & vegetable transport packaging.

Column / Open Column

Column‑type or open‑column construction delivers enhanced vertical support, for high stacking, long‑distance transport and product surface protection.

C‑1

Simple structure with high paper‑usage efficiency, applicable for fruits‑vegetables, food, bakery, FMCG and industrial circulation.

Glueless

Reinforced ear flaps improve handling performance and lateral stability, suitable for heavy‑weight goods or frequent circulation scenarios.

Main Application Industries

Fresh Produce

Fruit & vegetable cold chain packaging

Food & Bakery

Baked goods disposable display trays

Retail Ready Packaging

SRP shelf-ready open cartons

Industrial Logistics

Parts turnover transport crates

Core Engineering Technologies

1. Active Blank Handling & Positioning

Vacuum suction + servo active feeding + mechanical alignment, eliminate errors caused by warped or inconsistent cardboard batches, stable blank supply even under unstable raw material conditions.

2. Active Forming & Compression System

Two‑stage forming: pre‑fold guiding + final pressure compression. The active pressing structure ensures consistent tray squareness and tight glue joints, greatly reducing unqualified products during long runs.

3. Full Perimeter Accessible Safety Guard

All‑round transparent safety doors with safety interlock, full visual observation during operation. Doors can be fully opened for quick cleaning, mould replacement and fault recovery, low maintenance difficulty.

Technical Specifications

Model	TF35
Speed	Max. 35 cartons/min
Machine Size	2990 × 2275 × 2025 mm
Working Size	4250 × 2275 × 2665 mm
Carton Size Range	Min. 295 × 195 × 60 mm / Max. 600 × 333 × 250 mm
Blank Size Range	Min. 415 × 315 mm / Max. 1420 × 1170 mm
Board Thickness	≥3 mm
Weight	Approx. 1500 kg
Power Supply	7 kW · 380 VAC · 50/60 Hz · 3L+N+PE
Air Supply	6–8 bar · 350 L/min
Changeover Time	Size change: ≤10 min; Carton type change: ≤30 min
Carton Types	C-1, Plaform, Citrus, P-84, Column, Glueless, Tray
Process	Vacuum pick-up, positioning, hot melt gluing, folding, forming & pressing, carton discharge
HMI	10" touchscreen HMI with status, alarms, parameters & guidance
Control System	Inovance PLC & servo drive; SMC pneumatics
Hot Melt System	Meler 10 L hot melt applicator
Safety	Full perimeter safety guarding with interlock; Cat.3 / PL d
Vacuum System	Vacuum generator & suction cups; vacuum pump optional
Frame Structure	Heavy-duty welded steel frame; modular design, easy maintenance
Communication	Remote diagnostics, production data & PackML interface ready

Blank Feeding Magazine Options

TF35-G Gravity Magazine

Vertical gravity stacking design
More tolerant of warped cardboard
Simple structure, low maintenance cost
Suitable for cardboard with unstable quality

TF35-HF Horizontal Feed Magazine

Horizontal blank storage, larger capacity
Less frequent manual refilling
More comfortable operator feeding height
Ideal for long continuous production runs

Both versions share same forming speed & tray compatibility, only differ in blank storage layout and refilling frequency.

Optional Upgrades & Extra Configurations

Auto Adhesive Feeder

Large capacity glue tank to reduce manual refilling frequency.

Siemens / AB Control Upgrade

International PLC & HMI for European factory standards.

Becker Vacuum Pump

Stable continuous suction for thin & soft cardboard.

Discharge Line Interfaces

Turn conveyor, speed matching for downstream machines.

Custom Tray Tool Kits

Mould sets for special non-standard crate structures.

Food Grade Stainless Package

Full stainless contact parts for fresh food workshop.

Expandable Production Line Solutions

Standalone Single Machine

Independent tray forming unit, manual take empty trays for packing station.

Form + Stack Storage Line

TF35 + ST35 Tray Stacker, auto stack empty crates for batch storage.

Full In‑Line Production

Form → Filling → Labelling → Sealing → Palletizing integrated line.

Matching Auxiliary: ST35 Tray Stacker — Automatically stacks finished trays at up to 35 trays/min, matching TF35 speed for efficient warehouse storage and batch handling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this machine be installed in narrow small workshops?

Yes, this model adopts ultra-compact integrated structure, occupying much less area than three-blank and double-head carton erectors, perfectly fit factory renovation projects with narrow passages.

Do I need to disassemble molds when switching carton sizes?

No mold disassembly required. Adjust dimensions via calibrated handwheels, one single operator can complete full changeover within 5-10 minutes without extra tools.

Can I connect this machine with weighing & cartoning production lines?

Standard signal communication ports are pre-reserved on the machine body. It can be directly linked with multihead weighers and case sealers to build fully automatic unmanned packaging lines.

Is EAC certification document available for Russia market export?

All single-blank carton erectors support complete EAC certification files, Russian language HMI package and full Russian operation & maintenance manuals for CIS customs clearance.

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