The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine is the automated cutting and creasing center for on-demand production of custom corrugated cardboard boxes — the solution for packaging plants, manufacturers who produce their packaging in-house, and printing houses offering made-to-order boxes. With a production rate of 400 pieces per hour, a format changeover in 5–15 seconds and compatibility with over 85 FEFCO codes, the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine covers the entire range of standard and custom boxes with no dies, no dedicated creasing plates and no lengthy setup times between orders.
The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine processes corrugated cardboard sheets with widths from 200 mm up to 2.500 mm, unlimited length, thicknesses of 2–10 mm and densities up to 1.200 g/m². Two sets of servomotors ensure precise positioning of the knives and creasing rollers across the full width of the sheet, while the 15,6 inch touchscreen allows programming of the box dimensions and selection of the FEFCO code directly from the control panel. Technical specifications — AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | AB2500 |
| Machine dimensions | 3.500 (L) × 1.900 (W) × 2.500 (H) mm |
| Weight | 3.500 kg |
| Power | 16 kW, 380V, 50–60 Hz, 32A |
| Production rate | 400 bucati / ora |
| Compatible FEFCO codes | Peste 85 coduri |
| Format changeover time | 5–15 secunde |
| Maximum board width | 2.500 mm |
| Board length | Unlimited |
| Minimum board width | 200 mm |
| Minimum board length | 650 mm |
| Cardboard thickness | 2–10 mm |
| Maximum cardboard density | up to 1.200 g/m² |
| Slotting knives | 2 pcs × 500 mm length |
| Servomotors | 2 sets |
| Control panel | Touchscreen 15,6 inch |
| Material type | Corrugated cardboard sheet |
The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine is available for quotation through UZINEX. Free technical consultancy to assess the fit with the volume and typology of your packaging orders. Advantages of the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine
• 400 pieces per hour — industrial production with no dies and no dedicated plates — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine produces 400 boxes per hour continuously, without requiring cutting dies or creasing plates dedicated per model. The slotting knives and creasing rollers reposition automatically via servomotors for each new box format. This eliminates the die amortization cost on small orders and enables economical production even of batches of a few dozen boxes, impossible to run profitably with traditional die-based equipment.
• Format changeover in 5–15 seconds — mixed production with no downtime — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine switches from one box format to another in 5–15 seconds by reprogramming the dimensions on the 15,6 inch touchscreen and automatically repositioning the knives and rollers. This reconfiguration speed makes mixed production possible — small batches of different formats consecutively, with no significant line stoppages. Ideal for packaging plants with diverse orders and short lead times.
• 85+ FEFCO codes — the entire range of standard boxes from a single machine — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine has over 85 FEFCO codes programmed in the control system memory, covering common boxes (FEFCO 0201, 0202, 0203), double-wall flap boxes, telescopic boxes, self-locking boxes, trays and display stands and other standard formats used in the packaging industry. The operator selects the FEFCO code, enters the L×W×H dimensions and the AB2500 automatically calculates the blank dimensions and the cutting and creasing positions.
• Width 200–2.500 mm, unlimited length — covers everything from the small box to the industrial package — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine processes sheets with widths from 200 mm (small boxes for cosmetics, small electronics, pharmaceutical products) up to 2.500 mm (industrial packaging, pallets, boxes for large home appliances) and practically unlimited length along the feed direction. This dimensional range makes the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine a universal piece of equipment for the entire range of packaging produced in a typical cardboard converting plant.
• Cardboard thickness 2–10 mm, density up to 1.200 g/m² — compatible with all standard corrugated structures — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine processes single-wall corrugated cardboard (E-flute, F-flute, B-flute), double-wall (BC, EB) and triple-wall (thicknesses up to 10 mm), up to densities of 1.200 g/m². This material compatibility allows the manufacture of both lightweight boxes for food products and durable packaging for heavy goods or for international shipping.
• 2 sets of servomotors — positioning precision across the full 2.500 mm width — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine uses two sets of servomotors for independent positioning of the slotting knives and the creasing rollers. The servomotors deliver positioning precision superior to stepper-motor systems, critical for repeatability of box dimensions in continuous production at 400 pieces per hour and for creasing quality on thick cardboard (8–10 mm) where the pressing force must be precisely controlled.
• 15,6 inch touchscreen — intuitive programming, no specialized operator — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine is controlled via a 15,6 inch touchscreen with an intuitive graphical interface. The operator enters the FEFCO code and the box dimensions, the machine automatically calculates the cutting and creasing positions and reconfigures in 5–15 seconds. No programmer or specialized CNC operator is required — a production operator with one day of training can operate the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine for the entire range of formats.
• 60-month UZINEX warranty — spare parts in stock in Iasi, national technical support within 24–48 hours, transport, installation and commissioning included.
Applications — AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine
Corrugated cardboard packaging plants serving diverse orders with short lead times are the primary user of the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine. Customers ordering 50–500 boxes of a given format, followed by another order of a different format, are exactly the profile for which the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine is designed: format changeover in 15 seconds, production of 400 pieces per hour, no dies to recover and no scrap from setup.
Industrial manufacturers who produce their packaging in-house — manufacturers of home appliances, furniture, industrial equipment, packaged food products — use the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine to eliminate dependence on external packaging suppliers and to reduce box inventory. Instead of ordering stocks of standard boxes weeks in advance, the plant produces the packaging exactly to the dimensions of the finished product, in the quantity needed per day, directly on the production line.
Printing houses and print centers offering custom printed boxes can use the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine after the printing process, on the already-printed cardboard sheets, to form the boxes to the dimensions of the order. Compatibility with densities up to 1.200 g/m² and thicknesses up to 10 mm also covers the duplex and triplex cardboard frequently used in premium printed packaging. AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine vs. die-based production
Traditional corrugated cardboard box production requires a dedicated cutting and creasing die for each box format — a cost of 500–3.000 EUR per die, a manufacturing time of 3–7 days and a minimum break-even threshold of several thousand pieces per batch. The die is amortized over large volumes of a single format; for small orders or varied formats, the die cost makes production unprofitable.
The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine completely eliminates the die — each box format is programmed on the touchscreen in a few seconds, with no additional costs. Batches of 10, 50 or 500 pieces of a format are just as profitable as batches of 10.000. This flexibility turns the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine from a piece of production equipment into a competitive advantage: faster delivery, zero packaging inventory and immediate response to urgent customer orders. Workflow — AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine
• The operator selects the FEFCO code of the desired box on the 15,6 inch touchscreen of the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine.
• The box dimensions (length × width × height) are entered — the machine automatically calculates the blank dimensions and the cutting and creasing positions.
• The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine automatically repositions the 2 slotting knives and the creasing rollers via servomotors in 5–15 seconds.
• The corrugated cardboard sheets (thickness 2–10 mm, width 200–2.500 mm) are fed into the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine.
• The machine cuts, scores and creases each sheet according to the selected program, at a rate of 400 pieces per hour.
• The ready-to-form blanks exit on the conveyor and are folded manually or automatically to form the finished box.
Frequently asked questions about the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine
Can the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine also produce printed boxes?
The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine processes the cardboard sheets after printing — the printed sheets are fed into the machine after the printing process, and the AB2500 cuts and creases them to the box dimensions. The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine does not print directly, but it is compatible with offset- or flexo-printed cardboard in the specified thicknesses and densities. What does a FEFCO code mean and how many codes are available?
FEFCO codes are the European standard for classifying corrugated cardboard box shapes — each code defines a box type with a specific cutting and creasing geometry. The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine has over 85 FEFCO codes programmed, covering common boxes, flap boxes, telescopic boxes, trays, display stands and other standard formats. Additional codes can be added on request. How much space does the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine require in the workshop?
The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine has dimensions of 3.500×1.900×2.500 mm. In addition to its own footprint, a feeding space of at least 1,5 m in front of the machine and a blank collection space of at least 2 m behind it are recommended. UZINEX assesses the optimal workshop layout at quotation and provides installation and commissioning at your site. Is the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine eligible for European funding?
Yes. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and supplies equipment for European-funded projects — PNRR, the Regional Programme, the Just Transition Programme. The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine can be added directly in SEAP/SICAP. Leasing and credit options available on the UZINEX credit and leasing page. How much labor does the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine require?
The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine requires a single operator for feeding the sheets and monitoring production. Format programming and reconfiguration are done by the same operator from the touchscreen in 5–15 seconds. Folding the blanks into finished boxes can be manual (1–2 additional operators) or automated by integrating with a box-forming machine — UZINEX specifies the complete line configuration at quotation. Why UZINEX for the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine
The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine is a capital investment with a direct impact on flexibility and competitiveness in packaging production. UZINEX provides selection, delivery and complete technical support throughout the equipment's lifetime.
• Feasibility assessment included — UZINEX analyzes at quotation whether the AB2500 fits the volumes, format typology and cardboard thicknesses of your production.
• Transport, installation and commissioning included — the equipment weighs 3.500 kg and requires specialized installation; UZINEX provides all of this at no additional cost.
• Operator training included — your staff learns to program the formats, change the knives and maintain the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine from the very first day of production.
• 60-month warranty — extended coverage in continuous industrial production at 400 pieces per hour.
• Spare parts in stock in Iasi — slotting knives, creasing roller and servo components available immediately, with no prolonged production stoppages.
• National technical support within 24–48 hours — technicians with national coverage and guaranteed response time.
• Eligible for European funding — complete technical documentation for PNRR, POR and other active programmes, direct addition in SEAP/SICAP.
AB2500 corrugated cardboard box manufacturing machine by UZINEX — 400 pcs/h, 85+ FEFCO codes, format changeover 5–15s, width 200–2.500 mm, thickness 2–10 mm, density ≤1.200 g/m², 16 kW 380V, 2 servomotors, touchscreen 15,6 inch, 60-month warranty, transport, installation and commissioning included throughout Romania.
