Product Overview
The Intermittent Motion Tea Bag Cartoner automates secondary packaging of individual tea bags and multipack bundles into folding cartons. An indexing drive maintains fixed carton position during loading, preserving filter paper structural integrity and pouch geometry.
The unified platform integrates carton erection, leaflet insertion, product transfer, flap closing, and discharge within synchronized intermittent movement cycles. Designed for sanitary manufacturing environments, the machine functions independently or connects directly to upstream pouch packaging equipment and downstream case packing systems.
Product Advantages
Gentle Product Handling: Stationary indexing stations eliminate product shift and protect delicate filter media during insertion.
Accurate Carton Positioning: Servo-driven motion profiles deliver consistent loading alignment and tight flap closure execution.
Flexible Product Compatibility: Quick-change architecture accommodates diverse carton formats, tea bag geometries, and paper inserts.
Stable Mechanical Operation: Dynamic balancing limits operational vibration across continuous production schedules.
Production Line Integration: Standardized hardware interfaces synchronize operational data with checkweighers, coders, vision systems, and case packers.
Technical Specifications
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Item |
Specification |
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Machine Type |
Intermittent Motion Horizontal Cartoner |
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Product Application |
Tea Bags |
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Carton Style |
Tuck-in Cartons |
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Production Speed |
Up to 120 Cartons/min |
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Carton Length |
Customizable |
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Carton Width |
Customizable |
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Carton Height |
Customizable |
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Product Loading |
Automatic |
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Leaflet Insertion |
Optional |
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Control System |
Industrial PLC + Touch HMI |
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Drive System |
Servo Driven |
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Power Supply |
Configured to regional electrical codes |
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Air Pressure |
0.5–0.7 MPa |
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Machine Material |
304/316 Stainless Steel Contact Parts + Coated Steel Frame |
Compatible Tea Bag Types
Pillow Tea Bags: Optimized feeding mechanisms manage single or stacked pillow sachets without foil creasing.
Pyramid Tea Bags: Dedicated orientation guides protect 3D mesh structures and preserve internal leaf space.
Tea Bags with String and Tag: Positive-control feed channels prevent string entanglement during transfer.
Multi-Bag Cartons: Adjustable bucket conveyors support variable count configurations and retail pack layouts.
Machine Structure
Intermittent Indexing Conveyor: Holds cartons locked in position during precise fill and seal dwell phases.
Automatic Carton Feeding: Rotary vacuum pick-off pulls and opens carton blanks in a positive mechanical sequence.
Leaflet Feeding Unit: Friction or rotary feeders insert pre-folded instruction leaflets during the main packaging cycle.
Carton Closing System: Synchronized tucking arms fold top and bottom flaps for clean carton profiles.
Materials & Manufacturing
Food-Oriented Machine Construction: Smooth stainless steel surfaces in product contact zones facilitate quick washdown and wipe-down procedures.
Precision Machined Components: CNC-machined drive components maintain strict mechanical tolerances for low-wear operation.
Modular Equipment Layout: Station-based mechanical architecture simplifies maintenance access, tooling swaps, and line reconfiguration.
Customization Options
Carton Dimensions: Adjustable guide rails and custom bucket inserts accommodate specific carton size ranges.
Feeding Solution: Tailored infeed options match production speed, stacking style, and tea bag orientation.
Inspection Functions: Integrated sensors verify optical character codes, leaflet presence, and carton fill status with dedicated reject gates.
End-of-Line Integration: Software protocols facilitate handshake communication with inline coders, labelers, and case packing systems.
Quality Control
Assembly Inspection: Pre-commissioning audits verify mechanical tolerances, shaft alignment, and structural rigidity.
Functional Testing: Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) validates cycle speeds, carton pick success, product transfer accuracy, and sealing consistency.
Electrical Verification: Testing confirms PLC ladder logic, sensor accuracy, emergency stop loops, and panel safety standards.
Certifications
Machinery compliance documentation and manufacturing records are available upon request, including:
- CE Compliance
- ISO 9001 Quality Management Certification
- Complete technical construction files, electrical schematics, and material traceability certificates accompany export documentation.
Packaging & Shipping
Protective Packaging: Heavy-duty crating shields machinery against vibration, impact, and moisture during ocean or air transport.
Export Preparation: Critical mechanical components receive anti-corrosion barrier coatings and vacuum foil packaging.
Logistics Support: Crates feature standardized center-of-gravity markers, forklift lifting points, and full shipping manifests.
FAQ
Q: What types of tea bags can the machine handle?
A: The equipment processes pillow, pyramid, and string-and-tag tea bags through dedicated infeed mechanisms.
Q: Can the machine insert leaflets automatically?
A: An automatic leaflet insertion module integrates into the primary carton transport system.
Q: Is the machine suitable for different carton sizes?
A: Adjustable guide channels and modular tooling support quick dimensional adjustments across specified carton ranges.
Q: Can it connect with an existing tea bag packaging line?
A: Standard communication interfaces enable synchronization with upstream pouch machines and downstream end-of-line systems.
Q: What materials are used for the machine?
A: Product contact zones utilize food-grade stainless steel supported by a heavy-duty structural frame.
Q: Is customization available?
A: System layouts, carton dimensions, infeed configurations, and inspection modules are built to client technical specifications.
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