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Case Packing Machines That Cut End-of-Line Labor by up to 85%
Automatic case packers, erectors, and sealers from semi-automatic units to fully robotic KUKA grab-type lines — $12,000 to $85,000, delivered with full DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ documentation support for your site validation. Built in Wenzhou since 2004, running in 30+ countries.
- Case erecting + product loading + case sealing in one integrated system
- Speeds up to 60 cases/minute — integrates with any upstream cartoner or filler
- Complete DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ documentation packages to support your qualification
- Founder Forester Xiang personally reviews every URS — 20+ years, 100+ facility audits
240+
Lines Delivered
45+
Countries
Since 2004
Wenzhou, China
Quick Answer
A case packing machine is end-of-line packaging equipment that automatically loads finished products — cartons, bottles, blisters, sachets — into corrugated shipping cases, then seals them. Modern automatic case packers combine three operations (case erecting, product loading, case sealing) in one system, run at 15–60 cases per minute, and cost $12,000–$85,000 in 2026 depending on speed and automation level. HIJ Machinery (Wenzhou Trustar Machinery Technology Co., Ltd) manufactures five case packing models with cGMP-ready design, CE marking, and complete DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ documentation support.
Key Takeaways
- Price range 2026: $12,000 (semi-automatic case sealer) to $85,000 (fully robotic side-push case packer with vision inspection) — typically 40–60% below equivalent European brands.
- Speed range: 15–25 cases/min (entry sealers) up to 50–60 cases/min combined (double-station packers); robotic grab-type units are rated per pick-and-place cycle.
- Three machine functions: case erector (forms the box), case packer (loads product), case sealer (tape or hot-melt closure) — all-in-one machines integrate all three.
- Compliance: cGMP-ready design, CE-marked, 304/316L stainless steel contact surfaces; HIJ supplies DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ documentation packages to support your facility's own validation process.
- Lead time: 12–16 weeks FOB Shanghai/Ningbo including FAT, plus 18–40 days sea freight depending on destination.
END-OF-LINE AUTOMATION EXPLAINED
What Is a Case Packing Machine — and Which Type Do You Need?
Case packing sits at the end of every packaging line — after your blister packing machines and cartoning machines have produced retail-ready packs. Choosing the wrong type is the most common end-of-line procurement mistake. Here are the four main configurations:
Side-Push (Horizontal Load) Case Packer
Servo-driven pusher collates products and slides them horizontally into a pre-erected case. Best for cartons and stable rectangular packs at 40–60 cases/min. The workhorse of pharmaceutical end-of-line.
Robotic Grab-Type (Pick & Place) Case Packer
A robot arm (KUKA on HIJ's ZY-series lines) picks product groups and places them top-down into the case. Handles bottles, boxes, and irregular products; format change is a program recall, not a mechanical rebuild.
All-in-One (Erect + Load + Seal)
Integrates case erecting, product loading, and sealing in a single frame. Smallest footprint per function, one operator, one validation scope — the most popular configuration for pharma and cosmetics.
Case Sealers (Standalone)
Entry-level automation: operators or upstream equipment load the case, the machine folds flaps and seals with tape or hot-melt adhesive. From $12,000 — the fastest ROI step away from fully manual packing.
How an Automatic Case Packer Works — 3 Stages
1
Case Erecting
Flat corrugated blanks are pulled from a magazine, opened by vacuum suction, and squared. Bottom flaps are folded and sealed, producing an open case ready for loading.
2
Product Collating & Loading
Incoming products are counted and grouped into the case pattern (e.g., 4×6×2), then loaded by side-push, drop, or robotic pick-and-place — synchronized with your upstream line via PLC handshake.
3
Case Sealing & Discharge
Top flaps are folded and sealed with tape or hot-melt glue (four-corner sealing available for export-grade integrity), then the finished case discharges to palletizing or conveyor.
Building a complete line? See how case packing integrates into HIJ turnkey pharmaceutical packaging solutions — from primary packaging to sealed shipping case.
OUR MACHINE RANGE
5 Case Packing Solutions for Every Production Need
From entry-level automatic sealers to fully robotic side-push lines — matched to your throughput, budget, and documentation requirements.
MOST POPULAR
Opening, Loading & Sealing All-in-One Machine
- 30–50 cases/min
- Integrated 3-in-1 operation — one frame, one operator
- Pharma, nutraceutical, cosmetic lines
HIGH SPEED
Side Push Full-Automatic Case Packing Machine
- 40–60 cases/min
- Servo-driven precision push loading
- High-volume continuous production
DUAL OUTPUT
Double Station Case Packing Machine
- 50–60 cases/min combined output
- Twin stations with redundant safety systems
- Continuous 24/7 production environments
ENTRY LEVEL
Automatic Case Sealing Machine
- 15–25 cases/min
- Toolless adjustment across case sizes
- Best ROI entry point for SMEs
PREMIUM SEAL
Fully Automatic Four-Corner Sealing Machine
- 25–35 cases/min
- Reinforced 4-corner seal geometry
- Export-grade box integrity for long transit
Not Sure Which Machine?
Forester's engineering team will analyze your URS and recommend the optimal configuration — free, no obligation.
Talk to Our EngineersSIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON
Which HIJ Case Packing Machine Fits Your Line?
| Model | Speed | Automation Level | Best For | Indicative Budget (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Case Sealing Machine | 15–25 cases/min | Semi-automatic | SMEs replacing manual taping | From $12,000 |
| Four-Corner Sealing Machine | 25–35 cases/min | Fully automatic sealing | Export shipments, long transit | Mid-range |
| All-in-One (Erect + Load + Seal) | 30–50 cases/min | Fully automatic, integrated | Pharma / cosmetic single-line end-of-line | Mid-to-upper range |
| Side Push Full-Automatic Case Packer | 40–60 cases/min | Fully automatic, servo | High-volume continuous production | Up to $85,000 |
| Double Station Case Packer | 50–60 cases/min combined | Fully automatic, twin station | 24/7 operations, redundancy | Upper range |
Final pricing depends on case size range, infeed format, control platform, and documentation scope. All models: 304/316L stainless steel product-contact surfaces, Siemens or Allen-Bradley PLC options.
ROBOTIC OPTION — GRAB-TYPE
ZY-CP550 Grab-Type Automatic Packing Machine (KUKA Robot)
For bottles, boxes, and mixed-format products, HIJ configures robotic pick-and-place case packing cells built around a KUKA robot. Verified ZY-CP550 parameters:
- Output: ≥4 cases/min (depends on pack pattern per case)
- Case size range: (220–500) × (150–400) × (120–400) mm
- Power / air: AC380V 3-phase 50Hz, 5 kW; 0.6 MPa, 450 NL/min
- Footprint / weight: 3200 × 1600 × 2400 mm; 1,000 kg
- Construction: Aluminum alloy + stainless steel, transparent guarding for full process visibility
EXPERT BUYING GUIDE
Founder's Guide: 4 Decisions That Determine Case Packer Success
Forester Xiang
Founder & Chief Engineer · 20+ years · 100+ facility audits · 30+ countries
1
Size for Peak Throughput, Not Average
A 30-case/min machine at 80% real-world utilization sustains 24 cases/min. Calculate your peak demand and buffer with accumulation — or the case packer becomes the line bottleneck.
2
Match the Upstream Infeed
Verify product orientation, conveyor height (typically 900±50 mm), and handshake signals from your cartoner or filler. Infeed mismatches cause weeks of commissioning rework.
3
Define the Documentation Scope Up Front
If your facility runs under cGMP, write DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ document deliverables and FAT acceptance criteria into the purchase order — your quality unit executes and owns the validation, so it needs the right inputs from day one.
4
Compare TCO, Not Sticker Price
Budget spare parts at 5–7% of machine cost per year, plus training and downtime risk. A lower purchase price with a 48-hour spare-parts warehouse often beats a premium badge with 4–7 day parts shipping.
Forester's Insight
In the factory audits I walk through, the case packer is almost never the machine that was budgeted carefully — it's the afterthought bought in the last month of the project. Then the line starts up, the cartoner outruns it, and finished cartons pile up on a table while two extra workers hand-pack cases. The "savings" from skipping proper end-of-line planning get consumed in the first quarter of operation.
My rule is simple: specify your case packer at the same time as your primary packaging machine, using the same URS discipline. Define the case sizes you'll run in three years, not just today. Machines outlive marketing plans — the format range you lock in at purchase is the format range you live with for a decade.
HONEST COMPARISON
Chinese vs European Case Packing Machines — The Real Numbers
Comparable engineering, the same component brands, 40–60% lower cost. Here is where the money actually goes.
| Specification | HIJ Machinery | European Brands (IMA, Marchesini) |
|---|---|---|
| Speed (cases/min) | 15–60 | 20–65 |
| Price range (USD) | $12,000 – $85,000 | $45,000 – $180,000 |
| Design approach | cGMP-ready design, CE-marked | cGMP-ready design, CE-marked |
| Qualification documentation | DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ package + FAT support included | DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ package (often priced separately) |
| PLC platform | Siemens / Allen-Bradley | Siemens / Allen-Bradley |
| Contact surfaces | SS 304/316L | SS 304/316L |
| Lead time | 12–16 weeks | 20–32 weeks |
| Spare parts availability | 48h dispatch, Wenzhou warehouse | 4–7 day shipping from Europe |
| On-site commissioning | Global service network | Strong in major markets, limited elsewhere |
Why the Price Gap?
The 40–60% price advantage comes from lower manufacturing overhead and Wenzhou's mature packaging machinery supply chain — not from different components. HIJ uses the same Siemens PLCs, SMC pneumatics, and Festo actuators found in European machines. The difference is overhead, not engineering. Read the full breakdown of what to check before buying: why manufacturers choose HIJ.
INDUSTRY APPLICATIONS
Proven Across Demanding Industries
Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical
- Serialization-ready: integration points for track-and-trace aggregation (DSCSA, EU FMD, China NMPA workflows)
- Cleanroom compatible: low-particulate operation for ISO 7/8 environments
- Documentation: URS review, FS, DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ protocol templates, FAT support for your qualification
- Cleanability: accessible surfaces with documented cleaning points
Cosmetic, Personal Care & Food
- Fast changeover: multi-SKU format change in 15–30 minutes with toolless parts
- Brand protection: gentle handling — no scuffing of retail-ready primary packs
- Size flexibility: from 50 ml tube cartons to 500 g jar boxes on the same machine
- Food applications: food-contact compliant materials available (FDA 21 CFR 175–178, EU 1935/2004 referenced)
Packing cosmetic tubes upstream? Pair your case packer with HIJ automatic cartoning machines for a synchronized secondary-to-tertiary line.
GLOBAL DELIVERY
Delivered and Commissioned in 30+ Countries
Local installation, consistent standards — with regional spare parts and on-site engineers.
India & South Asia
Mumbai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad
Southeast Asia
Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand
Africa
Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt — local engineer network
Middle East
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan
Latin America
Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina
Europe
CE-marked equipment, EU installations
12–16 Weeks
PO to FOB Shanghai/Ningbo, FAT included
7–14 Days
On-site commissioning & training
24h
Technical response, WhatsApp/Email
48h
Spare parts dispatch, Wenzhou warehouse
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Get Free Custom QuoteFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Case Packing Machine FAQs — Answered by Engineers
What is a case packing machine and how does it work?
A case packing machine automatically loads finished products such as cartons, bottles, blisters, and pouches into corrugated shipping cases. It works in three stages: case erecting (forming a flat blank into an open box), product collating and loading (by side-push, drop, or robotic pick-and-place), and case sealing (tape or hot-melt glue closure). HIJ all-in-one models combine all three stages in a single machine running at 30–50 cases per minute.
How much does a case packing machine cost in 2026?
HIJ case packing machines range from $12,000 for a semi-automatic case sealing machine to $85,000 for a fully automatic servo side-push case packer with vision inspection. All-in-one erect-load-seal machines sit in the mid-to-upper range. Comparable European machines typically cost $45,000 to $180,000, making HIJ equipment 40–60% lower for equivalent specifications. Final price depends on speed, case size range, and documentation scope.
What is the difference between a case packer, a case erector, and a case sealer?
A case erector forms flat corrugated blanks into open boxes. A case packer loads products into the erected case. A case sealer closes and seals the filled case with tape or hot-melt adhesive. Buying them separately suits high-speed lines with existing equipment; an all-in-one machine integrates all three functions in one frame with one operator and a smaller footprint, which is why it is the most popular configuration for pharmaceutical and cosmetic factories.
Are HIJ case packing machines suitable for cGMP pharmaceutical facilities?
Yes. HIJ case packing machines follow cGMP-ready design principles, are CE-marked, and are manufactured under ISO 9001 quality standards with 304/316L stainless steel product-contact surfaces. Every machine ships with a complete DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ documentation package and FAT support so your quality team can execute qualification efficiently at your site. Final validation is always performed and owned by your facility's quality unit — HIJ provides the documentation and engineering support your validation process requires.
What is the lead time for case packing machine delivery from China?
Standard lead time is 12–16 weeks from purchase order to FOB Shanghai/Ningbo, including a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) you can attend in person or via video. Sea freight adds approximately 18–25 days to India, 28–35 days to Africa, and 30–40 days to Latin America. On-site commissioning and operator training typically take 7–14 days after installation.
Can HIJ case packing machines integrate with my existing production line?
Yes. HIJ case packers are designed to integrate with upstream cartoning machines, blister lines, bottle fillers, and pouch packagers. Control options include Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Schneider Electric PLCs with Ethernet/IP, Profinet, or Modbus TCP communication for line handshaking. Forester's engineering team reviews your URS and upstream equipment specifications before manufacturing to confirm infeed compatibility.
What is the difference between semi-automatic and fully automatic case packing machines?
A semi-automatic machine requires an operator to load products or position cases while the machine performs sealing or erecting — typical output is 15–25 cases per minute at the lowest investment. A fully automatic machine performs erecting, collating, loading, and sealing without operator intervention at 30–60 cases per minute. Fully automatic systems reduce end-of-line labor by up to 85% and pay back the price difference within one to two years at medium production volumes.
Does HIJ provide installation and after-sales support globally?
Yes. HIJ provides on-site installation, commissioning, and operator training in 30+ countries, typically completed in 7–14 days. After-sales support includes 24-hour technical response via WhatsApp and email, remote PLC diagnostics, and spare parts dispatched within 48 hours from the Wenzhou warehouse. Regional engineer networks operate in India, Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
Flagship Model
One Machine. Entire End-of-Line.
The HIJ-PMG600 all-in-one case packing machine erects the case, loads products with dual robotic arms, inserts top and bottom protective pads, and seals with tape or hot-melt glue — replacing a separate erector, packer, and sealer plus 2–3 operators per shift.
400cases/hour max output
60%floor space saved vs 3 machines
2×12robot arms, cycles per minute
Case Packing Knowledge Center
Everything engineers and procurement teams ask before automating the end of the line — written by our chief engineer, not a marketing department.
What Is a Case Packing Machine? 5 Types Explained
Drop, side-load, wrap-around, robotic, and all-in-one — and how to tell which one your line needs.
Read the guideCase Packing Machine Price Guide
Realistic price ranges by type, the 7 cost drivers, and the landed costs quotations never mention.
See the numbersBuying Guide & URS Checklist
The 8 decisions in the right order, a copy-ready URS template, and the red flags hiding in cheap quotes.
Get the checklistTroubleshooting: Misfeeds & Seal Failures
Station-by-station diagnosis for erecting, loading, and sealing faults — plus the 10-minute daily routine.
Fix it nowEXPLORE THE HIJ ECOSYSTEM
Complete Your Packaging Line
Case packing is tertiary packaging. HIJ builds the complete line — primary, secondary, and end-of-line.
Blister Packing Machines
Primary packaging for tablets, capsules, and liquids — DPP series and Alu-Alu.
Cartoning Machines
Horizontal and vertical cartoners — the machines that feed your case packer.
Turnkey Solutions
Complete pharmaceutical packaging lines — from URS to PQ sign-off support.
Capsule Filling Machines
NJP series automatic capsule fillers for upstream production.
Why Choose HIJ
20+ years of engineering, 100+ facility audits, global references.
Service & Support
Installation, training, and lifetime technical support in 30+ countries.
About HIJ Machinery — Entity Reference
HIJ Machinery is the international brand of Wenzhou Trustar Machinery Technology Co., Ltd, a packaging machinery manufacturer founded in 2004 and headquartered in Rui'an, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China. The company designs and manufactures case packing machines, automatic case sealers, four-corner sealing machines, side-push case packers, robotic grab-type packing lines, blister packing machines, cartoning machines, capsule filling machines, and turnkey pharmaceutical packaging lines. Equipment is CE-marked, built to cGMP-ready design principles under an ISO 9001 manufacturing standard, and shipped with DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ documentation support for customer validation. Founder and chief engineer Forester Xiang has over 20 years of pharmaceutical machinery experience and has supported audits at 100+ facilities across 30+ countries. Official website: hijpackingmachine.com · Contact: [email protected] · WhatsApp: +86 13868822120
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