Types of Corrugated Machinery We Source
Single Facer Lines
3-ply corrugating units combining one corrugated medium with two liners. Entry-level production at 80â120 m/min.
Double Backer (Full Corrugator)
5-ply and 7-ply production lines producing full corrugated board from reels. High-output industrial systems.
Slitter-Scorers
Board slitting, scoring, and trimming machines for converting corrugated sheets to customer-specified widths.
Flexo Printer-Slotters (FFG)
Combined flexographic printing, slotting, and gluing machines for producing printed corrugated boxes in one pass.
Rotary Die-Cutters
High-speed die-cutting machines for complex box shapes, inserts, and packaging with irregular profiles.
Folder-Gluers & Bundlers
Box folding, gluing, and bundling machines for finishing corrugated box production lines.
New vs. Used Machinery: Price Guide 2025
| Machine Type | Spec Example | New (USD) | Used/Refurbished (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Facer | 1200mm, 80 m/min | $15,000 â $50,000 | $6,000 â $20,000 |
| 3-ply Corrugator Line | 1400mm, 100 m/min | $80,000 â $150,000 | $30,000 â $70,000 |
| 5-ply Corrugator Line | 1800mm, 150 m/min | $300,000 â $600,000 | $80,000 â $250,000 |
| Slitter-Scorer | 1600mm, 200 m/min | $20,000 â $80,000 | $8,000 â $35,000 |
| Flexo Folder-Gluer (2-color) | 1200mm, 150 pcs/min | $60,000 â $180,000 | $20,000 â $70,000 |
| Rotary Die-Cutter | 1200mm, 5000 pcs/hr | $40,000 â $120,000 | $15,000 â $50,000 |
Prices are indicative and vary by manufacturer, specifications, and market conditions. Contact us for current quotes on specific configurations.
Key Manufacturing Regions in China
- Guangdong Province (Foshan, Dongguan, Guangzhou) â China's largest corrugated machinery manufacturing cluster. Home to 50+ established builders with full product ranges from entry-level to industrial-scale lines.
- Fujian Province (Putian, Quanzhou) â Strong base for mid-range corrugating and box-making equipment. Known for competitive pricing.
- Zhejiang Province (Ruian, Wenzhou) â Specializes in flexo folder-gluers and die-cutting machines.
- Shandong Province â Emerging manufacturing base with focus on heavy-duty corrugator lines.
Our team is based in Guangdong, giving us immediate access to the largest manufacturer cluster and the ability to arrange factory visits within 1â2 days.
Our 5-Step Corrugated Machinery Sourcing Process
- Technical Specification Brief â You provide board width, speed requirement (m/min), ply count (3/5/7), power supply (voltage/Hz), and CE or other compliance needs. We clarify all technical details.
- Manufacturer Shortlisting â We identify 3â4 qualified factories producing machines matching your specs, including verified production capacity and export experience to your target country.
- Technical Audit & Factory Visit â Our technical inspector visits shortlisted factories to verify build quality, component brands (PLC, motors, hydraulics), production standards, and test completed machines where available.
- Negotiation & Contract Review â We negotiate price, warranty terms (typically 12 months for new machines), spare parts package, and installation/commissioning support from the manufacturer.
- Shipping & Installation Coordination â We arrange OOG sea freight (flat-rack, open-top, or breakbulk depending on machine size), coordinate the manufacturer's technical team for installation at your site, and oversee pre-shipment testing.
Quality, Compliance & Component Standards
Certifications
- CE Marking â Required for EU, UK, and many other markets. We source only from factories with genuine CE certification for machinery directive (2006/42/EC).
- ISO 9001 â Quality management certification indicating consistent manufacturing processes.
- Electrical Standards â IEC/EN electrical safety compliance. We specify voltage and frequency requirements (380V/50Hz for most markets; 460V/60Hz for US; 415V/50Hz for UK/AU).
Key Component Brands
Top-tier Chinese corrugated machinery uses internationally recognized component brands. We specify these in all purchase contracts:
- PLCs: Siemens S7 or Mitsubishi preferred; Allen-Bradley for US market
- Motors: ABB, Siemens, or top-tier Chinese brands (TECO, NIDEC)
- Bearings: SKF, NSK, or FAG
- Glue systems: Nordson or equivalent
- Hydraulics: Bosch Rexroth or equivalent
Shipping Corrugated Machinery from China
Corrugated machinery is heavy, often oversized, and requires careful logistics planning. All machines ship by sea freight only â air freight is not practical.
- Standard machines (slitter-scorers, single facers, folder-gluers): Ship in standard 40ft HC containers. Disassembly and packing by manufacturer included.
- Mid-range corrugator lines (3-ply): Typically 2â4 Ã 40ft HC containers.
- Full 5-ply corrugator lines: 5â10 containers, often including flat-rack for oversized components such as the wet end and drying section.
- Installation team: The manufacturer typically sends 2â4 technicians for installation and commissioning at your site. We coordinate their travel documents, visa, and accommodation on request.
For OOG (out-of-gauge) cargo, we work with specialized carriers offering breakbulk and flat-rack solutions from Guangzhou Nansha and Shenzhen ports.
Why Use a Sourcing Agent for Corrugated Machinery?
Buying industrial machinery directly from a Chinese factory without on-the-ground representation carries significant risks that a sourcing agent mitigates:
- Language & technical precision: Machinery specifications require exact translation. Mistakes in speed, voltage, or Width can result in a $200,000 machine that doesn't fit your production line.
- Factory verification: Many "factories" on Alibaba are trading companies with no actual production capability. We visit the factory before recommending it.
- Contract protection: We structure purchase contracts with clear milestone payments, warranty terms, and performance guarantees.
- Pre-shipment testing: We witness machine testing at the factory before authorizing final payment and shipment.
- Logistics expertise: OOG machinery logistics requires specialized knowledge â wrong packaging can damage machines in transit. We've handled dozens of machinery shipments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Request a Corrugated Machinery Quote
Send us your requirements: board width, speed, ply count, new or used, and destination country. We respond within 24 hours with shortlisted manufacturers and indicative pricing.