CNC Cardboard Box Manufacturing Machine

The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine is the automatic cutting and creasing center for on-demand production of custom corrugated cardboard boxes — the solution for packaging factories, manufacturers that produce their packaging in-house, and print shops that offer made-to-order boxes. With a production rate of 400 pieces per hour, format change in 5–15 seconds and compatibility with over 85 FEFCO codes, the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine covers the full range of standard and custom boxes without dies, without dedicated creasing plates and without long changeover times between orders.

The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine processes corrugated cardboard sheets with widths from 200 mm up to 2.500 mm, with unlimited length, thicknesses of 2–10 mm and densities up to 1.200 g/m². Two sets of servo motors ensure precise positioning of the knives and creasing rollers across the entire sheet width, and 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-making machine

The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine is available for quotation through UZINEX. Free technical consultancy for assessing the fit with the volume and type of your packaging orders. Advantages of the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine

• 400 pieces per hour — industrial production without dies and without dedicated plates — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine produces 400 boxes per hour continuously, without requiring cutting dies or dedicated creasing plates per model. The slotting knives and creasing rollers reposition automatically via servo motors for each new box format. This eliminates the amortization cost of dies on small orders and enables economical production even of runs of a few dozen boxes, impossible to produce profitably with traditional die-based machines.

• Format change in 5–15 seconds — mixed production without downtime — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making 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 runs of different formats consecutively, without significant line stoppages. Ideal for packaging factories with diverse orders and short deadlines.

• 85+ FEFCO codes — the full range of standard boxes from a single machine — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine has over 85 FEFCO codes programmed in the control-system memory, covering the 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 — covering everything from the small box to industrial packaging — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making 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 appliances) and practically unlimited length in the feed direction. This range of dimensions makes the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine a universal piece of equipment for the full range of packaging produced in a typical cardboard factory.

• Cardboard thickness 2–10 mm, density up to 1.200 g/m² — compatible with all standard corrugated structures — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making 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 sturdy packaging for heavy products or international shipping.

• 2 sets of servo motors — positioning precision across the full 2.500 mm width — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine uses two sets of servo motors for independent positioning of the slotting knives and the creasing rollers. The servo motors deliver positioning precision superior to stepper-motor systems, critical for the repeatability of box dimensions in continuous production of 400 pieces per hour and for the creasing quality on thick cardboard (8–10 mm) where the pressing force must be precisely controlled.

• Touchscreen 15,6 inch — intuitive programming, no specialized operator — the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine is controlled through 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 needed — a production operator with one day of training can operate the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine for the full range of formats.

• 60-month UZINEX warranty — spare parts in stock in Iași, 24–48 hour national technical support, transport, installation and commissioning included.

Applications — AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine

Corrugated cardboard packaging factories that serve diverse orders with short deadlines are the primary users of the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine. Customers who order 50–500 boxes of a certain format, followed by another order of a different format, are exactly the profile for which the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine is designed: format change in 15 seconds, production of 400 pieces per hour, no dies to recover and no scrap from setup.

Industrial manufacturers that produce their packaging in-house — manufacturers of appliances, furniture, industrial equipment, packaged food products — use the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine to eliminate dependence on external packaging suppliers and to reduce box inventory. Instead of ordering stocks of standard boxes weeks in advance, the factory produces packaging exactly to the finished-product dimensions, in the quantity needed per day, directly on the production line.

Print shops and printing centers that offer custom printed boxes can use the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine after the printing process, on the already printed cardboard sheets, to form the boxes to the order dimensions. 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-making machine vs. die-based production

Traditional production of corrugated cardboard boxes 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 profitability threshold of a few thousand pieces per run. The die is amortized over large volumes of a single format; for small orders or varied formats, the cost of the die makes production unprofitable.

The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine eliminates the die entirely — each box format is programmed on the touchscreen in a few seconds, with no additional costs. Runs of 10, 50 or 500 pieces of a format are just as profitable as runs of 10.000. This flexibility transforms the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine from a production machine into a competitive advantage: faster delivery, zero packaging inventory and immediate response to customers' urgent orders. Workflow — AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine

• The operator selects the FEFCO code of the desired box on the 15,6-inch touchscreen of the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine.

• The box dimensions are entered (length × width × height) — the machine automatically calculates the blank dimensions and the cutting and creasing positions.

• The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine automatically repositions the 2 slotting knives and the creasing rollers via servo motors 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-making machine.

• The machine cuts, scores and creases each sheet according to the selected program, at a rate of 400 pieces per hour.

• The blanks, ready for forming, come out on the belt and are folded manually or automatically to form the finished box.

Frequently asked questions about the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine

Can the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine also produce printed boxes?

The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making 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-making machine does not print directly, but it is compatible with offset- or flexo-printed cardboard in the specified thicknesses and densities. What does 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-making 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-making machine require in the workshop?

The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making 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 configuration at quotation stage and handles installation and commissioning at your location. Is the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine eligible for European funding?

Yes. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and delivers equipment for EU-funded projects — PNRR, the Regional Program, the Just Transition Program. The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine can be added directly to SEAP/SICAP. Leasing and credit options are available on the UZINEX credits and leasing page. How much labor does the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine require?

The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making 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 integration with a box-forming machine — UZINEX specifies the complete line configuration at quotation stage. Why UZINEX for the AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine

The AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine is a capital investment with a direct impact on flexibility and competitiveness in packaging production. UZINEX handles selection, delivery and full technical support throughout the service life of the equipment.

• Feasibility assessment included — at quotation stage UZINEX analyzes whether the AB2500 fits the volumes, the format types and the cardboard thicknesses in your production.

• Transport, installation and commissioning included — the equipment weighs 3.500 kg and requires specialized installation; UZINEX handles 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-making 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 Iași — slotting knives, creasing roller and servo components available immediately, without prolonged production stoppages.

• 24–48 hour national technical support — technicians with national coverage and guaranteed response time.

• Eligible for European funding — complete technical documentation for PNRR, POR and other active programs, direct addition to SEAP/SICAP.

UZINEX AB2500 corrugated cardboard box-making machine — 400 pcs/h, 85+ FEFCO codes, format change 5–15s, width 200–2.500 mm, thickness 2–10 mm, density ≤1.200 g/m², 16 kW 380V, 2 servo motors, touchscreen 15,6 inch, 60-month warranty, transport, installation and commissioning included throughout Romania.