Integrated Printing, Folding and Gluing Line for Corrugated Board Boxes HX Series Folder-Gluer

The HX Series Folder-Gluer is a fully computerized integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes, with a full bottom vacuum transfer system, combining 6 operations into a single automated flow: HD flexographic printing, slotting, die-cutting, folding, box gluing and automatic bundling. By eliminating manual transfers between separate machines, this integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes significantly reduces labor requirements, factory floor space and the risk of damaging the workpieces between operations.

Unlike classic configurations where printing, slotting, die-cutting and gluing are carried out on separate machines with manual transfer between them, the HX Series integrates the entire process — from the raw corrugated board sheet to the finished box, folded, glued and bundled into packs — within a single continuous production cycle, at 180 pcs/min on the 1628X model and 150 pcs/min on the 1632X model.

Key advantages of the HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes

• 6 operations in continuous flow — no manual transfer – the integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes fully processes the board sheets from infeed to finished boxes bundled into packs, with no manual intervention between stations and no risk of misalignment or damage during transfer.

• Folding unit with independent servomotor – the folding section uses a dedicated servomotor that automatically tracks the speed of the main line, perfectly synchronizing all stations without rigid mechanical couplings — allowing fine speed adjustments without stopping production.

• Gluing with servo transmission and angular correction – the gluing unit adopts servo transmission with angular correction, a forming wheel and a top vacuum device, efficiently controlling the box opening dimension and ensuring smooth, uniform folding on any format in the range.

• Bottom printing with vacuum — uncontaminated printed surface – the bottom printing system ensures that the printed face does not come into contact with transport surfaces during processing, preventing print smudging and simplifying cleaning of the die-cutting table.

• Slot depth up to 410 mm – the largest slot depth in the HX family, suitable for boxes with long flaps and bulky packaging for furniture, equipment and industrial products.

• Automatic calibration and counting at the outfeed – the calibration and counting system at the outfeed prepares the packs for subsequent packaging without manual intervention, with the entire correction system electrically adjustable for the production of offset cartons.

• High-pressure centrifugal pump with variable frequency – ensures stable transport even for curved, thin or lower-quality board, with automatic adjustment of the air volume according to the material thickness.

• Top components: Siemens, Schneider, AirTac, THK/NSK/NTN bearings – the integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes uses exclusively electrical and mechanical components from internationally recognized manufacturers, with full CE certification.

Technical specifications of the HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes

The 2 models of the HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes

1628X — maximum productivity for large standard formats

The 1628X model of the integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes reaches 180 pcs/min and processes board formats of up to 1540×2880 mm, with die-cutting of up to 1600×2880 mm. It is the optimal choice for factories producing high volumes of large-format boxes with consistent specifications, where output speed and full automation are priorities.

1632X — extended format for very large packaging

The 1632X model extends the maximum board length to 1540×3280 mm, with die-cutting of up to 1600×3280 mm — one of the largest capacities available in an integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes on the Romanian market. At 150 pcs/min, it is the solution for manufacturers of packaging for furniture, large electronics, industrial equipment and any product requiring extra-large-format boxes, HD printed and delivered fully assembled.

Applications and industries for the HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes

The HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes is intended for packaging manufacturers who want to completely eliminate intermediate manual operations and deliver finished boxes — printed, folded, glued and bundled into packs — directly from the production line. It is the ideal solution for the modern corrugated board packaging factory where productivity, consistent quality and labor reduction are simultaneous objectives.

Manufacturers of packaging for the food and beverage industry use this integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes to deliver ready-to-use boxes, HD printed, without additional assembly steps at the customer. Logistics and fulfillment companies producing high volumes of standard boxes benefit from automatic bundling into packs — eliminating a significant manual step from the output flow.

Furniture, home appliance and equipment factories that need extra-large-format boxes (up to 1600×3280 mm on the 1632X model), with long flaps (410 mm slot depth) and quality printing, find in the HX Series Folder-Gluer the only integrated solution available in Romania that simultaneously meets all these requirements without investing in separate machines.

How the HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes works

1. Vacuum feeding – the corrugated board sheets are picked up automatically and held in place by bottom vacuum along the entire path, with the high-pressure variable-frequency centrifugal pump adjusting the air volume according to the thickness and quality of the material.

2. Dust removal and surface preparation – the triple dust removal system (electrostatic + rotating brushes + adhesive roller) cleans the board surface before printing, ensuring optimal ink adhesion.

3. Bottom HD flexographic printing – the printing units apply the ink at 50–133 LPI with ±0,3 mm accuracy; the scraper system ensures uniform ink dosing on the imported Murata ceramic anilox cylinder.

4. Varnishing and drying – water-based varnish with infrared drying with thermal control (temperature control imprint) or UV varnish with UV drying, depending on the finish requirements; hard, smooth and attractive surfaces after drying.

5. Computerized slotting and die-cutting – the slotting unit creates the flutes and fold lines with ±1,5 mm accuracy; the die cutter cuts the final box format with ±1 mm accuracy, both with automatic adjustment from the touchscreen.

6. Folding with independent servomotor – the folding section folds the box from the die-cut blank, with the dedicated servomotor automatically synchronized to the main line speed; ±2 mm accuracy for all formats.

7. Gluing with servo transmission – the gluing unit applies the adhesive and forms the folded box, with servo angular correction and a top vacuum device that controls the box opening dimension and ensures uniform gluing without openings or deformations.

8. Automatic calibration, counting and bundling – the finished boxes are calibrated, counted and bundled into packs for subsequent packaging, with the entire correction system electrically adjustable, with no manual intervention at the outfeed.

Frequently asked questions about the HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes

What concrete advantage does integrating folding and gluing offer over separate machines?

When printing, die-cutting, folding and gluing are carried out on separate machines, each manual transfer introduces a risk of misalignment, print damage or quality variations between batches. The HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes completely eliminates these transfers — the die-cut blank passes directly into the folding unit, then into gluing, without any intermediate operator. The result is more consistent quality, less waste and a significantly lower labor requirement for the same production quantity.

What is the concrete difference between the HX Series (UZX-188) and the HX Folder-Gluer (UZX-190)?

The HX Series UZX-188 delivers die-cut BLANKS — flat boxes, to be folded and glued later at the customer or on separate machines. The HX Folder-Gluer UZX-190 delivers FINISHED BOXES — folded, glued and bundled into packs, ready for packaging or shipping. The Folder-Gluer adds 2 additional stations (folding with independent servo + servo gluing with angular correction) and the automatic bundling unit. Recommendation: HX Series if the end customers do the assembly (typical in contract logistics or cross-docking); HX Folder-Gluer if you deliver boxes ready to fill (typical for FMCG, food, home appliances).

What ROI and labor savings compared to a classic flow with 4 separate machines?

A classic flow with separate printer + die-cutter + folder + gluer requires at least 6–8 operators (feeding, transfer between machines, intermediate quality control, manual pack bundling) and occupies 2,5–3× the space of an integrated line. The HX Folder-Gluer reduces the team to 2–3 operators (1 feeding, 1 flow supervision, 1 pack outfeed), eliminates manual transfers and reduces waste caused by misalignment between stations by 40–60%. For a factory of 80–120 million boxes/year, the annual labor savings plus waste reduction typically exceeds EUR 250,000 — payback between 18 and 30 months.

What types of boxes can the HX Series Folder-Gluer integrated line produce?

The integrated line produces standard slotted boxes (RSC – Regular Slotted Container), offset-folded boxes and other offset cartons, with dimensions from 420×680 mm minimum up to 1600×3280 mm maximum die-cut (the 1632X model). The minimum sheet feeding height is 60 mm, and the maximum box lateral spacing is 400 mm. The maximum slot depth of 410 mm allows boxes with very tall flaps for bulky packaging (refrigerators, washing machines, assembled furniture).

Can the line operate for printing and die-cutting only, without folding and gluing?

Yes — the configuration allows selective operation of the stations depending on the current order. The integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes can deliver die-cut blanks without folding and gluing when the end customer does the assembly (for example for export, where flat transport reduces logistics cost), or it can produce fully assembled finished boxes bundled into packs when the order requires it. Switching between the two modes is done from the touch panel, without mechanical intervention.

What type of adhesive is used at the gluing unit and how is it managed?

The gluing unit of the HX Folder-Gluer can use water-based adhesive (cold glue, standard for corrugated board boxes) or hot-melt adhesive, depending on the speed and strength requirements of the order. Water-based adhesive is preferred for food-contact packaging (compatible with water-based ink) and is more economical; hot-melt provides instant gluing for very high speeds and superior resistance at low temperatures (refrigerated transport). The forming wheel with top vacuum controls the accuracy of the box opening for both types.

Is the HX Folder-Gluer integrated line eligible for projects with European funding?

Yes, and it is particularly suitable for funding applications. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and integrated lines are explicitly eligible under production automation and productivity-increase programs (NRRP digitalization, the Just Transition Program, the Regional Program). The eligibility arguments are strong: significant labor reduction (social component), VOC elimination through water-based ink (environmental component), automation of 6 operations in a single flow (digitalization component). UZINEX provides all the technical documentation for public procurement procedures and tenders.

Why UZINEX for an integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes

• Free technical consulting for line configuration – UZINEX assesses the production formats, box volume, finish type and automation requirements in order to configure the HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes exactly for the specific flow of the customer's factory.

• Transport, installation and commissioning included free of charge – the integrated line is delivered, installed and commissioned at the customer's location by the UZINEX technical team, with complete adjustment of all stations and operator training on real equipment in production.

• Extended 60-month warranty – one of the longest warranties available in Romania for complete integrated corrugated board packaging lines, with technical support included for the entire warranty period.

• National technical support within 36 hours – physical intervention or video diagnostics session in less than 36 hours from notification, with a dedicated 24/7 phone line for UZINEX customers.

• AI smart manual included – complete operation, maintenance and troubleshooting documentation with AI assistance, capable of instantly resolving over 96% of common technical requests without human intervention.

• Full eligibility for European funds – UZINEX provides complete documentation and support for procurement with EU, NRRP or structural funding, including for public tender procedures.

The HX Series integrated printing, folding and gluing line for corrugated board boxes is the right investment for the modern packaging factory that wants to eliminate intermediate manual operations, reduce labor and deliver finished boxes HD printed, folded, glued and bundled into packs — directly from the production line, without transfer and without additional waste.