The fully automatic printing slotting die-cutting machine is an integrated equipment that integrates printing, slotting, die-cutting and other processes, and is the core equipment for efficiently producing various types of cardboard boxes and packaging boxes.
Below are core functions, workflow, and key technologies:
Core function and value: One time paper feeding, multi-color printing, indentation slotting, die-cutting and other processes are completed, greatly improving efficiency and automation level.
Process flow: Paper feeding → Printing → Slotting/creasing → Die cutting → Waste cleaning/stacking
Key technical indicators: Automation and speed: Fully servo driven, order changing time can be short to 2 minutes, design line speed ≥ 210 meters/minute.
Accuracy and Control: Using servo motors and PLC to achieve precise motion control and high-speed counting.
Energy saving and intelligence: The overall energy consumption of the machine can be low to 120KW, save half of energy compared to traditional equipment; Equipped with human-computer interaction interface, supporting remote monitoring.
Fully automatic or semi-automatic? Following excel form for your reference:
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Automatic Printing Slotter Die-Cutting Machine |
Semi-Automatic Printing Slotter Die-Cutting Machine |
| Core definition |
Feeding, Printing, Slotter, Die-cutting, Vibration, auto stacker, all automatic completed consecutively |
Normally means manual feeding printing slotter die-cutting machine, subsequent slotter die-cutting part will be completed automatic |
| Production efficiency |
Very high, the speed can reach to more than 12000-18000pcs/hour, continuous production, rare interruption |
Low, the speed is limited by manual, normally the speed is around 3000-6000pcs/hour, easy to get tired |
| manpower demand |
Low, normally just need 1-2 person |
High, at least 2-3 person, high labor intensity |
| Personnel Requirements |
Requires a high level of equipment operation, high mechanica electrical foundation, also need the skill for computer settings. |
High dependence on operator experience, especially the proficiency of paper feeding workers, directly affects quality and speed. |
| production accuracy |
High and stable. Full process mechanical positioning, unaffected by human factors, with high accuracy in registration. |
Relying on manual labor. The accuracy of paper feeding directly affects registration, with poor stability and a high scrap rate. |
| initial investment |
Very high. Usually 3-8 times or even higher than semi-automatic equipment. |
Low. it is the first choice for many startups. |
| Apply orders |
Large batch, high precision required orders. Such as large e-commerce cardboard boxes and standardized packaging. |
Small batch, diversified orders, such as sampling and replenishment. |
| Site requirements |
Big. The equipment is long and requires a complete logistics line (leading edge paper feeding, auto stacking). |
Small. The equipment is compact and has low requirements for factory space. |
How to choose? The following points may be help you
1. Business volume and order structure (the most important)
If your order is mainly in large quantities, with stable customers and high requirement for delivery speed, we suggest you choose fully automatic. High investment will be diluted by huge production capacity, quickly recovering costs.
If your order is small batches and multiple varieties (hundreds to one or two thousand pieces), it often needs to be changed, and customers are care the price, then, Semi automatic is more suitable for you. It provides unparalleled flexibility and don't need too much investment cost.
2. Investment budget and expected return
Fully automated is a one-time major investment. You need to calculate: how long will it take to recover the equipment price difference based on the expected increase in production capacity and labor savings? If the time is within 2-4 years, it is usually worth for investing.
Semi automated investment has low risk and cash flow pressure. It suitable for factories with rising business or limited funds.
3. Human resources and managerial energy
Fully automatic: solved the heavy dependence on skilled paper delivery workers, reduces the difficulty of personnel management and the risk of rising labor costs. But it is necessary to cultivate technicians who can maintain high-end equipment.
Semi automatic: heavily reliant on experienced workers, personnel mobility has a huge effect on production stability and quality. The manager need to spend more energy on personnel management and training.
4. Market competition and customer demand
Are your customers has high requirements for printing accuracy, consistency, and delivery time? Fully automated equipment is the 'hard power' to enhance corporate image and attract high-end customers.
Does the competition in your region shifted from price wars to quality and efficiency wars? Fully automated equipment is a tool for building competitive barriers.
Small suggestion:
Small cardboard box factories: Starting from semi-automatic, verifying the market with the lowest cost, accumulating customers and technical experience, is a safe choice.
Developing medium-sized enterprises: you can consider a "hybrid configuration": remain 1-2 set semi-automatic processing flexible small orders, while purchasing 1 fully automatic equipment to solve the big order pressure. This is the most common upgrade way.
Professional cardboard box factories: fully automated is an inevitable choice. Priority should consider the brand, stability, after-sales service, and compatibility with existing production lines.
The choice has no correct or wrong, only suitable or not. Based on your own situation and combined with the above information, I believe you have a preliminary understanding and correct direction. If you are planning to invest a cardboard box factory, i think above information will give you some help.
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