Horizontal cartoning solution for pharmaceutical packaging

Streamline your confectionery packaging with high-speed, continuous cartoning that efficiently handles a variety of new and traditional packaging shapes.

The FCW600 from IMA Group is a horizontal, high-speed rotary cartoner, expertly engineered for efficient processing of confectionery and chocolate products. Utilizing a continuous motion mechanism, it supports a variety of packaging formats, including single, double-glued, and multilayer envelopes. Operating at speeds of up to 300 cartons per minute, it features an automatic carton feeding system and an ample carton magazine capacity, three times that of standard pre-glued types, reducing procurement costs. The machine is versatile, handling diverse end-products such as chocolate bars, truffles, and chewy candies, making it a valuable asset in industries ranging from food to pharmaceutical. Its design ensures seamless integration into existing production lines, with robust construction supporting prolonged high-speed operations. The FCW600 also offers easy maintenance access to critical components and can be customized to fit specific production needs, underscoring its role as an adaptable and cost-effective packaging solution.

Benefits

  • Increases production efficiency with high-speed operation of up to 300 cartons per minute.
  • Reduces cost with flat blank handling, lowering procurement expenses compared to pre-glued cartons.
  • Enhances flexibility by accommodating a range of packaging shapes and sizes.
  • Minimizes downtime with a high-capacity carton magazine that requires less frequent reloading.
  • Seamlessly integrates into existing production lines, supporting continuous, automated operation.
Applications
Sweets,Confectionery,Chocolate products
End products
Chocolate truffles,Nougat bars,Hard candies,Chocolate bars,Chewy candies,Fruit-flavored gummies,Caramel toffees,Boxed chocolates
Steps before
Blank Production,Carton Cutting
Steps after
Packing,Labeling,Distribution
Input ingredients
flat blanks,new packaging shapes,confectionery products,chocolate products
Output ingredients
cartons,single glued cartons,double glued cartons,multilayer envelope cartons,packaged confectionery products,packaged chocolate products
Production Speed
Up to 300 cartons/min
Operating Pressure
6 bar
Maximum Air Consumption
80 Nl/min
Weight
6,000 Kg
Carton Style
Single,double glued,multilayer envelope
Working Mechanism
Horizontal,continuous motion
Production Speed
Up to 300 cartons/min
Automation Level
Automatic carton feeding system
Flexibility
Supports new packaging shapes
Changeover Time
Not specified
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Continuous
Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
Product types
Confectionery and chocolate products
Carton magazine capacity
3 times greater than standard pre-glued type
Weight
6,000 Kg
Carton styles handled
Single,double glued,multilayer envelope
Control panel type
HMI
Carton magazine capacity
3 times standard
Carton feeding system
Automatic
Packaging shapes
Flat blanks,single,double glued,multilayer envelopes
Market info
IMA is known for its expertise in manufacturing automated packaging machines and solutions, particularly for the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea, and coffee industries, offering innovative, high-quality equipment and comprehensive customer service.