Top loading cartoner for variable box sizes

Achieve precision packaging with a versatile top-loading cartoner that adapts to varying product configurations and reduces material waste, enhancing efficiency across your production line.

Packs and Forms Cartons for Diverse Products

The FTB TL Series from IMA Group is a compact, servo-driven cartoner designed for high-speed packing in industries like pharmaceuticals, food, and e-commerce. This top-loading monobloc system excels with its modular design, allowing easy integration of various feeding systems and customization for different box sizes and closures, including tuck-in and glued flaps. Capable of handling up to 200 cartons per minute, it suits a range of products from blister packs to coffee capsules, with minimal energy use and material waste due to its efficient packing method. The system’s fully servo-driven movements ensure operational precision, while positive display management maintains carton integrity throughout the process. Its compliance with industry standards and optional customization make it a versatile choice for streamlining packaging operations.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational efficiency with high-speed output up to 200 cartons/minute.
  • Reduces material waste through precise, minimal-sized carton packing.
  • Offers versatile packaging solutions with customizable box sizes and closure types.
  • Minimizes maintenance costs with fully servo-driven, reliable movement systems.
  • Streamlines integration with modular design and multiple feeding system compatibility.

General


Applications
Food,Home care,Nonwoven,E-commerce,Tobacco,Confectionery,Beverage,Coffee,Tissue,Personal,Tea,Dairy,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Toothpaste tubes,Sachets,Tea bags,Sanitary pads,Facial tissue packs,Coffee capsules,Blister packs,E-commerce packaging boxes,Cigarette packs,Detergent pods,Beverage pods
Steps before
Product feeding,Blanks preparation
Steps after
Carton sealing,Packaging inspection,Box labeling
Input ingredients
flat blank carton,standard cartons,corrugated cardboard
Output ingredients
packaged products,boxes,cartons
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.

Technical Specifications


Production Speed
Up to 160 cartons/minute
Forming Head Options
Single / Double / Twin Double
Box Size Range
Width
Automation
Fully servo-driven
Carton Closure Styles
Tuck-in / Glued Flaps
Material Compatibility
Standard Cartons / Corrugated Cardboard
Footprint
Compact design
Modular Design
Enables multiple feeding system integration
Handling
Positive box forming and handling

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Fully servo-driven movement
Box size range
Various sizes
Integrated steps
Top-loading,forming,closing
Automation level
Fully automated with manual options
Changeover time
Minimal
Material consumption
Reduced through minimal box sizing
Closure styles
Tuck-in and glued flaps
Output speed
Up to 160 cartons/minute
Positive box forming
Ensures carton squareness
Feeding system integration
Multiple systems supported
Maintenance requirement
Minimal

Material Compatibility


Carton type
Standard / Corrugated cardboard
Cleanability
Easy access design
Modular design
Yes
Compatibility with closure styles
Tuck-in / Glued flaps

Product type Characteristics


Product types
Wide range of product handling

Physical Characteristics


Box size range
50-240mm width x 30-180mm height
Design type
Monobloc top-loading cartoner
Positive box forming and handling
Yes
Machine footprint
Compact design

Custom Options


Control Panel Type
HMI with touch screen
Integration Possibilities
Multiple feeding system integration
Modular Design
Allows multiple configurations
Carton Magazine Options
Single,double,twin double
Product Arrangement
Customizable product arrangement
Box Closure Styles
Tuck-in and glued flaps
Material Handling
Standard cartons and corrugated cardboard
Speed Variations
Up to 160 cartons/minute