HUAYU-B Series Corrugated Board Printing, Slotting and Die-Cutting Machine

The HUAYU-B Series is a fully computerized, high-speed corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine, available in 6 models — from the 920 to the 1428 — with direct roll printing, a main 40Cr alloy-steel gearing with level-6 precision and an automatic lubrication system. Designed for industrial packaging plants that process corrugated board with thicknesses up to 11 mm and formats up to 1700×2750 mm with the skip feeding function, this corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine combines mechanical robustness with operational simplicity and integrated PLC touchscreen control.

The HUAYU-B Series holds the position of a corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine for medium and medium-large industrial formats, complementing the HUAYU-A range (8 models, max format 1900×3350 mm skip feeding, 20CrMnTi gearing) with a more affordable solution for plants that do not require the extra-large formats of the 1628 and 1632 models but need the same mechanical robustness and the capability to process thick 11 mm board.

Key advantages of the HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine

• Main 40Cr alloy-steel gearing with level-6 precision – the 40Cr alloy steel, heat-treated and ground to level-6 precision, ensures high wear resistance and precise transmission at industrial speeds, with shafts connected through expansion sleeves to eliminate mechanical backlash on speed changes.

• Roll printing — direct visual observation of the printing surface – the HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine allows print quality to be checked in real time, with a simple mechanical structure and convenient adjustment compared with flexo vacuum systems.

• Board thickness up to 11 mm — triple wall board included – the 1224 and larger models process corrugated board with thicknesses from 2 to 11 mm, covering standard triple wall board used in heavy industrial packaging for furniture, equipment and construction products.

• Skip feeding function for extended formats – skip feeding extends the maximum processable format to 1700×2750 mm on the 1424 and 1428 models, significantly above the continuous-feed limit, allowing the production of large boxes from a single board sheet without joints.

• Individual pneumatic brakes on each part – each major component is equipped with its own pneumatic brakes that ensure exact resetting of the gearing phase on restart, eliminating the synchronization errors typical of systems without individualized braking.

• Lubrication system with pump and automatic oil-level balancing – the lubrication pump maintains the same oil level at all gearing points throughout operation, with no manual intervention for periodic lubrication in continuous production.

• PLC touchscreen control with automatic plate-clear memory – after the intermediate cleaning of the printing plate, the PLC memory resets automatically without re-printing the plate; automatic counting, speed display, automatic plate lifting and job storage are included as standard.

• Siemens, Schneider, Omron control components – the electrical cabinet uses exclusively components from internationally recognized manufacturers, with full CE certification and Harbin, Luoyang, Wafangdian precision bearings for long-term reliability.

Technical specifications of the HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine

The 6 models of the HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine

920 and 924 — medium formats at industrial speed

The 920 (220 pcs/min) and 924 (200 pcs/min) models of the corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine process formats up to 860×2150 mm and 860×2550 mm respectively, with board up to 10 mm thick. They are recommended for packaging plants that produce medium-format boxes for consumer products, electronics and logistics packaging, where production speed and mechanical robustness are priorities.

1224 and 1226 — width extended to 1160 mm, board 11 mm

The 1224 (180 pcs/min) and 1226 (160 pcs/min) models extend the width to 1160 mm and the maximum board thickness to 11 mm. The 1226 corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine adds an extended length of 2750 mm in continuous feeding and skip feeding up to 1500×2750 mm — suitable for medium-large industrial packaging with high strength requirements.

1424 and 1428 — medium-large industrial format with a deep 365 mm slot

The 1424 (170 pcs/min) and 1428 (150 pcs/min) models extend the width to 1370–1400 mm, with skip feeding up to 1700×2750 mm and a maximum slot depth of 365 mm. The 1428 corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine is the choice for manufacturers of packaging for furniture, household appliances and industrial equipment where wide format and tall flaps (365 mm slot) are frequent technical requirements.

The HUAYU-B Series versus the HUAYU-A Series — a selection guide

Both series are corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machines with roll printing, PLC touchscreen, individual pneumatic brakes and automatic lubrication. The main differences are in the gear alloy, the number of models and the maximum available formats.

The HUAYU-A Series uses 20CrMnTi gearing — a chromium-nickel-titanium alloy steel with higher resistance to wear and mechanical fatigue than 40Cr, recommended for continuous production at very high volumes or with impact loads. The HUAYU-A also covers the 1628 and 1632 models with formats up to 1900×3350 mm skip feeding — unavailable in the B series. The HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine with 40Cr gearing is the optimal solution for plants with formats up to 1700×2750 mm that seek an efficient balance between mechanical performance and investment affordability. UZINEX provides free consultancy for choosing the right series.

Applications and industries for the HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine

The HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine is intended for packaging plants that process thick corrugated board (up to 11 mm) for the furniture, household appliance, technical component and construction product industries, where the graphic requirements are functional — text, codes, simple logo — and do not require the HD resolution of flexo vacuum systems.

Manufacturers of shipping and logistics packaging for industrial products use this corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine because the roll printing system is simpler to operate and maintain than flexo systems for functional markings on large runs of boxes with constant specifications.

Companies that need box formats between 1100×2150 mm and 1700×2750 mm (skip feeding) with 11 mm board and a slot depth up to 365 mm find in the HUAYU-B Series a corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine with an optimal ratio between format capacity and investment, without paying for the extra-large-format capability of the HUAYU-A series.

How the HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine works

1. Feeding and PLC control – the corrugated board sheets (2–11 mm thick) are fed into the corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine by the feeding system with PLC touchscreen control; automatic counting and the speed display are active from startup.

2. Synchronization check and startup protection – before startup, the system checks the synchronization of all components; if any component is not correctly prepared, the machine cannot start, preventing incorrect operation and damage to the 40Cr gearing.

3. Direct roll printing – the printing roller applies the ink with ±0,5 mm accuracy onto the board surface; the operator can visually observe the print quality in real time without stopping the production line.

4. Automatic plate-memory clearing – after the intermediate cleaning, the PLC memory resets automatically; on restart, the printing plate does not need to be re-printed, saving time and consumable material.

5. Slotting with individual pneumatic brakes – the slotting unit makes the flutes and creasing lines with automatic adjustment; the pneumatic brakes ensure exact resetting of the 40Cr gearing phase at each startup after the equipment is separated.

6. Die-cutting with continuous automatic lubrication – the die cutter cuts out the box format through the continuously lubricated 40Cr gear transmission; the automatic oil-level balancing keeps the mechanical performance constant throughout the production shift.

7. Skip feeding for extended formats – the skip feeding function processes formats up to 1700×2750 mm on the 1424/1428 models, advancing the board sheet in steps for complete processing of formats that exceed the printing cylinder size.

Frequently asked questions about the HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine

What is the practical difference between the 40Cr gearing (HUAYU-B) and 20CrMnTi (HUAYU-A)?

40Cr alloy steel is a medium-carbon steel with chromium that, after heat treatment, offers good wear resistance and solid mechanical properties for standard industrial applications. The 20CrMnTi steel used on the HUAYU-A is a carburizing steel with chromium-manganese-titanium that, after heat treatment, has a harder surface and a tougher core — more resistant to mechanical fatigue and repetitive impact loads. For a corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine in continuous production at medium and medium-large volumes, the 40Cr gearing of the HUAYU-B Series ensures reliable long-term performance, with a lower investment cost than the A series.

Can the HUAYU-B Series machine process triple wall board?

Yes — the 1224, 1226, 1424 and 1428 models of the HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine process corrugated board with thicknesses up to 11 mm, covering standard triple wall board (CO7) with common grammages. The 920 and 924 models are limited to 10 mm — suitable for heavy-grammage double wall board, but not for all triple wall configurations. UZINEX verifies compatibility with the exact board specifications during the free technical consultancy.

What concrete advantage do the individual pneumatic brakes offer over systems without individualized braking?

On corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machines without individual brakes, when the equipment is separated for maintenance or reset after an emergency stop, the gearing phases can shift slightly from the initial synchronization position. On restart, this shift produces register errors between printing, slotting and die-cutting. The individual pneumatic brakes of the HUAYU-B Series fix the exact phase of each gearing point at separation, guaranteeing that on restart all stations are perfectly synchronized without manual calibration adjustments.

For what production volumes is the HUAYU-B vs the HUAYU-A justified?

The economic threshold is related to gear wear. Below 60–80 million pcs/year in continuous production, the 40Cr gearing of the HUAYU-B Series offers a sufficient service life (10–12 years under normal use) at a lower acquisition cost. Above 80 million pcs/year or in operation with frequent impact loads (constant triple wall board, maximum formats), the 20CrMnTi of the HUAYU-A justifies the higher investment through the extended service life (15+ years) and rarer maintenance. For extra-large formats (1900×3350 mm skip feeding), only the HUAYU-A 1628/1632 are options — the HUAYU-B stops at 1700×2750 mm.

How do I choose among the 6 HUAYU-B Series models?

For maximum speeds on medium formats (up to 860×2550 mm): 920 or 924 — 200–220 pcs/min. For extended width to 1160 mm with 11 mm board: 1224 or 1226 — 160–180 pcs/min, ideal for standard industrial packaging. For medium-large format with tall flaps (365 mm slot): 1424 or 1428 — 150–170 pcs/min, optimal for furniture and household appliance boxes. UZINEX evaluates the volume, typical formats and board thickness free of charge to recommend the optimal model before ordering.

What is the difference between the HUAYU-B (UZX-196) and the flexo HS Series (UZX-187) systems?

The HS Series is flexo with vacuum, ±0,3 mm accuracy, HD resolution 90–133 LPI — for packaging with complex graphics (food, cosmetics, FMCG with a color logo). The HUAYU-B is direct roll printing, ±0,5 mm accuracy, board up to 11 mm (vs 9 mm for the HS), 6 models with skip feeding up to 1700×2750 mm — for heavy industrial packaging with functional markings (furniture, construction). Recommendation: HS for maximum graphic quality; HUAYU-B for mechanical robustness, triple wall board and simple markings with an optimal investment cost.

Is the HUAYU-B Series machine eligible for EU-funded projects?

Yes. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and supplies equipment for EU-funded projects — NRRP, the Regional Program, the Just Transition Program. The HUAYU-B Series is suitable for funding applications with a component for modernizing industrial production lines and automating packaging for the furniture, construction and equipment sectors. The more affordable investment cost vs the HUAYU-A can make the application more competitive in programs with a co-financing ceiling. UZINEX provides all the technical documentation for public procurement procedures and tenders.

Why UZINEX for a corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine

• Free technical consultancy for model and series selection – UZINEX evaluates the working formats, board thickness, production volume and budget to recommend the optimal model from the HUAYU-B or HUAYU-A, based on the plant's specific requirements.

• Transport, installation and commissioning included free of charge – the corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine is delivered, installed and started at the customer's site by the UZINEX technical team, with complete calibration of all stations and operator training.

• Extended 60-month warranty – one of the longest warranties available in Romania for industrial corrugated board printing and die-cutting machines, with technical support included for the entire warranty period.

• National technical support in under 36 hours – on-site intervention or video diagnostic session in less than 36 hours from report, with a dedicated 24/7 telephone line for UZINEX customers.

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

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

The HUAYU-B Series corrugated board printing, slotting and die-cutting machine is the industrial solution for packaging plants that process thick corrugated board (up to 11 mm), industrial formats up to 1700×2750 mm with skip feeding, and need mechanical robustness with 40Cr gearing, continuous automatic lubrication and individual pneumatic brakes — at an optimal performance-to-investment ratio compared with the HUAYU-A series.