What is an end load cartoning machine?

An end load cartoning machine forms and closes cartons while loading products from the end of the carton. It is ideal for flow-wrapped, bagged and tray-packed products, offering secure handling and efficient presentation.

What is the difference between semi-automatic and fully automatic end load cartoners?

A semi-automatic machine requires an operator to present the product, while the system manages carton erecting and closing. A fully automatic machine handles product infeed, loading, closing and sealing with minimal operator involvement, making it suitable for higher-speed lines.

Can T Freemantle end load cartoners handle multiple carton sizes?

Yes. The machines use adjustable guides and quick-change tooling, allowing a wide range of carton sizes and formats with fast, consistent changeovers.

Can T Freemantle end load cartoners integrate into an existing packaging line?

Yes. T Freemantle cartoners can integrate with upstream and downstream equipment such as flow wrappers, baggers, labellers and case packers. The engineering team can advise on the best integration approach.

Do you offer installation, training and ongoing support for end load cartoners?

Yes. T Freemantle provides installation, commissioning, operator training and long-term service support to ensure each end load cartoner continues to perform efficiently.

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Tray

Browse the machines shown below which are suitable for this type of packaging.

Tray and Case Packer

Our flexible Automatic Tray and Case Packer is the choice of many leading craft brewers looking for the ultimate mix of flexibility and automation. The machine is perfectly suited to can and bottle multipacks packed into trays or cases either loose or in smaller 4 and 6 packs.

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Tray Former

Our premium Tray Former can be used to erect a variety of trays from simple cardboard or corrugated transit trays through to fancy shape shelf display trays and also pot holder trays.

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