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Automatic Cartoning Machine Horizontal Cartoner

Automatic Cartoning Machine - TL-CT-200H / 300H

A servo-driven, intermittent-motion cartoner built for products that can't take rough handling — blister packs, bottles, tubes, and cosmetic cartons. Precise, repeatable carton loading at up to 80 cartons per minute, with a changeover that takes minutes, not hours. Runs standalone or as part of a fully integrated secondary packaging line.

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Est. 2015
Shunde, Foshan
50+
export countries
CE / ISO 9001
certified
Line integrator
not just machines

Why choose the TL-CT series cartoner

TL-CT cartoning machine feeding part, high-speed servo feeding
High-speed performance Servo control keeps cartoning motion smooth even at 80 cartons per minute — no jerking, no dropped products, no line slowdown to compensate.
TL-CT cartoning machine box hopper, precise carton positioning
Accurate positioning Every carton loads at the same depth and orientation, cycle after cycle. Less product damage, less rejected packaging, less material lost to rework.
TL-CT cartoning machine frame, compact footprint
Compact footprint Concentrated engineering fits the machine into tight floor layouts without sacrificing access for operation and maintenance.
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How this automatic carton packing machine works

Flat carton blanks are drawn from the magazine, opened, and formed square by a rotary feeding mechanism. Products enter through the infeed conveyor and are pushed into position by servo-timed pushers — the same motion that keeps blister packs and bottles from shifting mid-cycle.

A PLC controller synchronizes every station on the cartoner, from carton forming to flap folding and sealing. The touchscreen HMI stores recipes for each carton size, so switching between the 200H and 300H's supported dimensions takes a parameter change, not a mechanical rebuild.

Sensors monitor product presence at each station: no product, no carton fed; no carton, no seal cycle. This prevents wasted cartons and catches missing products before they reach packaging.

Technical diagram showing the workflow of the TL-CT cartoning machine, from infeed to seal

Specifications

ModelTL-CT-200HTL-CT-300H
Box width55–160 mm40–240 mm
Box length130–200 mm150–300 mm
Box height35–80 mm30–100 mm
Packing speed20–80 cartons/min20–60 cartons/min
Power supplyAC 380V 50Hz, 9.5 kW
Machine size (L×W×H)4000×1400×1980 mm4470×1815×1918 mm
Machine weightAbout 900 kg
Carton requirementsPre-scored cartons, 250–350 g/m² paperboard
Optional devicesPrinting machine, label machine, metal detector, weight detector, collecting machine
CustomizationScreen language, machine brand name, feeding method
Suitable productsBlister packs, bottles, tubes, pouches, sachets, cosmetics, food items, hardware components
Need pricing for a specific carton size?
Send your box dimensions and target speed — we'll confirm which model fits and quote it.
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Why buy from Soontact

Commitments behind every cartoning machine

01 · Line integration

The TL-CT series integrates with the full Soontact equipment range — flow wrappers, vertical packers, robotic palletizers — as well as third-party equipment already on your production line.

Full Soontact range
Matched conveyor heights, synced controls
Your existing equipment
Engineers assess and integrate before order
Alt: TL-CT cartoner integrated into a full packaging line
800×600
Free pre-sales line engineering — schematic and quotation before you commit
Have equipment already on your line?
Send your current setup and product specs — we'll assess integration before you order.
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02 · On-site installation & training

Our engineer travels to your factory for installation and commissioning — one week or more, hands-on training included until your team can run the line independently.

Installation
Set up and commissioned on your line
Hands-on training
Operators trained directly by our engineer
Fine-tuning
Parameters adjusted to your product
Soontact engineer installing the TL-CT cartoning machine on-site
03 · Warranty & after-sales

1-year warranty on the full machine, 2-year warranty on electrical components. Free shipping on replacement parts for non-user-caused damage.

1 year
full machine
2 years
electrical parts
Alt: packaged spare parts kit shipped with every machine
800×600
1. Manual and installation video provided immediately
2. Engineer dispatched to your factory for installation
3. Dedicated engineer follows up by phone or video, fastest possible repair advice to minimize downtime
04 · Proven reliability

Tested past 100,000 cycles

A jammed cartoner mid-shift costs more in lost output than the machine itself. Before every TL-CT ships, it runs the equivalent of weeks of continuous production in our test lab.

99.5%+
success rate
100,000+
lab test cycles
<500
failed cycles
Want the full test report?
Ask for the detailed reliability data behind these numbers, including test conditions.
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05 · Built not to stop

Quality that keeps your line moving

Industrial-grade components selected for continuous duty cycles
Every machine tested and run before shipment
Minimal moving parts prone to failure, low unplanned downtime
Monthly lubrication
Routine oiling, once a month
Bi-annual check
Inspect cables and lines for looseness
06 · Compatible carton types

Built for the closures your product needs

Straight tuck carton closed by TL-CT cartoning machine
Straight tuckthe standard closure for retail-facing cartons, fast to load and economical on carton stock
Auto-bottom carton base loaded by TL-CT cartoning machine
Auto-bottomself-locking base built for heavier fills like hardware components, no glue required on the bottom seal
Glue-sealed carton finish by TL-CT cartoning machine
Glue-sealedhot-melt sealing for a tamper-evident finish, common for food and cosmetics packaging
07 · Built for your industry

Configured for your product and compliance needs

Pharmaceutical & medicalblister pack cartoning for capsules and tablets, vial cartoning
Food & beveragewashdown-ready cartoning for cookie trays, sachets, and pouches
Household & laundry carestrip and pod cartoning for laundry detergent
08 · Optional devices & customization

Add what your line needs

Printer
Metal detector
Label machine

Screen language, machine brand name, and feeding method can all be customized.

Need a specific configuration?
Tell us your product and line requirements — we'll recommend the right optional devices.
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09 · What customers say

Trusted on production floors worldwide

"Soontact's cartoning machine has significantly improved our packaging efficiency. In the Middle East, we need equipment that can withstand long, high-intensity continuous operation and remain durable. The machine runs very stably, with almost no carton jams even at full load. The HMI is intuitive, and our operators learned to switch carton size parameters quickly. Choosing Soontact was an excellent procurement experience."

Amir Al-Mahmoud, Saudi Arabia

"As a European manufacturer, we hold extremely strict requirements for CE safety standards, running precision, and automation level. Soontact's cartoning machine not only fully met all our compliance standards but also integrated seamlessly with our existing automated line. The cartoning speed is impressive, and defect rates dropped to near zero. Excellent machine build quality combined with responsive after-sales support made choosing Soontact a clearly smart decision."

Klaus Weber, Germany
10 · Global installations

Running in 50+ countries

Soontact cartoner world map with installed countries and project markers
50+ countries
200+ lines delivered

Ready to talk about your line?

Send your product dimensions and target output — we'll return a line schematic and quotation, no charge.

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Frequently asked questions

What is an automatic cartoning machine?

An automatic cartoning machine, also called a cartoner, loads products into pre-formed folding cartons without manual handling. It opens flat carton blanks, inserts the product, folds the flaps, and seals the carton in one continuous cycle.

What's the difference between a cartoner and a case packer?

A cartoner loads individual products into a folding carton, such as a blister pack into a pharmaceutical box. A case packer loads already-packed cartons or pouches into a larger shipping case for palletizing. The TL-CT series is a cartoner, positioned upstream of case packing and palletizing in a packaging line.

Can it integrate with my existing line?

Yes. The TL-CT series integrates with the full Soontact equipment range as well as third-party machines already on your line. Our engineers assess your existing equipment and provide a line schematic before you commit to an order.

What does the warranty cover?

The TL-CT series carries a 1-year warranty on the full machine and a 2-year warranty on electrical components. Shipping is free for replacement parts on non-user-caused damage. One set of wear parts ships with every machine; additional wear parts are available for purchase.

Soontact provides complete flow packing solutions for manufacturers worldwide. Contact our packaging engineers to discuss your specific products, production volumes, and packaging material requirements.

We offer machine demonstrations, application testing, and detailed proposals that address your particular operational needs.
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