Efficient solutions for the folding carton industry
Automatic die-cutters for folding carton production are designed to process lightweight, high-quality cartonboard grades commonly used for folding cartons, pharmaceutical packaging, cosmetic packaging, food packaging, consumer goods and graphic applications. This type of production requires precise, fast and stable machines capable of maintaining excellent cutting and creasing quality, even on complex jobs. Sheet feeding, register accuracy, die-cutting pressure, automatic waste stripping and finishing quality are key factors in achieving efficient, consistent and reliable production. At AtB Consultech, we help each customer select the most suitable automatic die-cutter for folding carton production according to the material grammage, sheet size, carton style, die-cutting pressure, production speed, stripping requirements and required level of automation.
High die-cutting precision
Higher productivity
Finishing quality
Customized solutions
Applications of automatic die-cutting for folding carton
Cosmetic folding cartons
High-quality folding cartons for cosmetics and fragrances, featuring premium finishes.
Pharmaceutical folding cartons
Folding cartons for medicines and medical devices, designed to meet the highest safety standards.
Food Packaging
Packaging for dry foods, beverages, snacks and fresh produce.
Premium folding cartons
High-end packaging solutions with distinctive finishes.
Commercial packaging
Folding cartons for electronics, household products and other consumer goods.
Graphic applications
Die-cutting of presentation folders, displays, promotional materials and other graphic applications.
Corrugated Board
- Greater strength and rigidity
- Ideal for packaging and transport
- Larger sheet sizes and greater thicknesses
- Industrial and logistics applications
Folding Carton
- Folding cardboard and thinner board
- Excellent print quality
- Ideal for presentation packaging
- High precision in die-cutting and creasing
Our automatic die-cutting solutions for folding carton
ECUT 1050
ECUT 1050 Automatic Die Cutters
ECUT 1060
ECUT 1060 Automatic Die Cutters
ECUT 1060 ELITE
ECUT 1060 Elite Automatic Die Cutters
How to choose the ideal automatic die cutter
We assess each customer’s requirements to recommend the most suitable solution.
- Cardboard grammage and type
- Maximum and minimum sheet size
- Carton size and style
- Type of die-cutting and creasing
- Production volume
- Job changeover frequency
- Stripping requirement
- Technical service and training
Advice, installation and technical service
At AtB Consultech, we support our customers throughout the entire process: advice, installation, commissioning, training and specialized technical service.
Technical service and spare parts
Operator Training
Installation and commissioning
Personalized Advice
Frequently Asked Questions
An automatic die-cutter is an industrial machine designed to cut, crease, score and separate materials such as corrugated board, cartonboard, paperboard and other packaging substrates. Its main function is to convert a printed or unprinted sheet into a precisely shaped die-cut blank for the production of boxes, packaging, displays, point-of-sale units and folding cartons.
Unlike manual or semi-automatic die-cutters, an automatic die-cutter integrates feeding, sheet transport, die-cutting, waste stripping and delivery systems, enabling higher production speeds, greater accuracy and more stable continuous operation.
An automatic die-cutter is used to manufacture customised carton and corrugated board packaging. It is an essential machine for companies operating in the corrugated board, graphic arts, packaging, industrial printing and box-manufacturing sectors.
An automatic die-cutter can perform processes such as cutting, creasing, perforating, waste stripping, blank separation and preparing the finished product for subsequent folding, gluing or assembly.
Automatic die-cutters can process different types of materials, depending on the machine model and configuration. The most common include:
Corrugated board, solid board, paperboard, heavy paper, microflute corrugated board, folding boxboard, laminated materials and other substrates used in industrial packaging production.
For corrugated boxes, it is important to select a machine with sufficient die-cutting pressure, a suitable feeding system and the capacity to process different board thicknesses and grades.
In addition to die-cutting, a properly configured machine can perform:
- Cutting
- Creasing
- Perforating
- Partial cutting
- Embossing
- Waste stripping
- Blank separation
The available operations depend on the die, the installed stations and the specifications of each machine model.
An automatic die-cutter offers significant advantages for industrial packaging production:
Higher production speeds, greater cutting accuracy, fewer errors, reduced manual handling, improved repeatability, better finished-product quality, the option to integrate automatic waste stripping and increased capacity for long production runs.
It also helps optimise production costs, shorten lead times and improve competitiveness compared with more manual or outdated die-cutting systems.
Stripping is the system responsible for automatically removing waste material after the die-cutting process. In an automatic die-cutter, this section separates the waste from the finished blanks without the need for manual removal.
Stripping is particularly important for complex jobs, windowed cartons, packaging with multiple cut-outs and high-volume production, as it improves productivity and reduces manual handling time.
Yes. AtB Consultech is the official ETERNA representative in Spain. ETERNA specialises in packaging and post-press machinery and became a member of the BOBST Group in January 2011.
AtB Consultech supplies new ETERNA automatic die-cutters, together with technical consultancy, installation, commissioning, operator training, maintenance and after-sales support for companies in the corrugated board, folding carton and packaging industries.
We support our customers throughout the entire process: selecting the most suitable model, preparing the technical proposal, configuring the machine, installation, production trials, operator training and ongoing technical assistance.
Yes. AtB Consultech provides installation, assembly, levelling, commissioning and production testing services for automatic die-cutters used in the carton and packaging industry.
The aim is to ensure that the machine is correctly installed, adjusted and fully prepared to operate safely and efficiently.
Yes. AtB Consultech provides operator training for automatic die-cutters, covering sheet feeding, pressure adjustments, job changeovers, safety, basic maintenance, stripping and troubleshooting common production issues.
Proper training helps improve productivity and reduce errors during production.
Accuracy depends on the registration system, sheet stability, pressure distribution, die quality, gripper condition and correct machine setup.
A properly adjusted automatic die-cutter should maintain consistent register between the printed image, die-cutting and creasing throughout the entire production run, even on complex jobs.
An automatic die-cutter can be used to manufacture many types of boxes and packaging, including corrugated boxes, die-cut boxes, straight-line boxes, crash-lock bottom boxes, boxes with handles, display boxes, point-of-sale displays, trays, dividers, industrial packaging, folding cartons and customised packaging.
The range of applications depends on the machine format, the die used and the material being processed.
Automatic die-cutters for folding carton are designed for thinner materials and applications requiring high register, cutting and creasing accuracy, such as folding cartons, pharmaceutical packaging and cosmetic packaging.
Automatic die-cutters for corrugated board must process thicker and more resistant materials, so they generally feature more robust construction, dedicated feeding systems and larger sheet formats.
The required automatic die-cutter size depends on the sheet dimensions to be processed. For folding carton packaging and medium-sized formats, models such as the 1060, 1050 or 1450 can be used. For corrugated board and larger boxes, models such as the 1620, 1650, 2100 or larger are generally more suitable.
Selecting the correct machine size is essential to optimise production, avoid sheet-size limitations and improve return on investment.
An automatic die-cutter requires both preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure reliable performance. Routine tasks include lubrication and inspection of chains, guides, grippers, pneumatic systems, sensors, bearings and electrical systems, as well as die-cutting pressure adjustment, cleaning and safety checks.
Proper maintenance reduces breakdowns, prevents unexpected downtime and extends the service life of the machine.
The required production speed depends on the number of jobs, run lengths and daily production volume. However, the machine should not be assessed solely on its maximum mechanical speed.
Actual operating speed, feeding stability, job changeover times, waste rates and production stoppages must also be considered. Leading manufacturers are placing increasing emphasis on reducing makeready times and maximising effective machine uptime.
El stripping elimina los residuos sobrantes del pliego después del troquelado. El blanking, además, separa automáticamente las diferentes poses o piezas terminadas, entregándolas agrupadas y preparadas para el siguiente proceso. La incorporación de blanking resulta especialmente interesante en producciones de gran volumen donde se busca reducir la manipulación manual.
Register accuracy is essential to ensure that the die-cutting aligns precisely with the printed image or the exact position of the design. Poor register can result in misaligned blanks, material waste and quality issues.
High-quality automatic die-cutters incorporate front and side registration systems, sheet-feeding control and transport mechanisms that help maintain accurate and stable production.
Technical support is essential because an automatic die-cutter is a critical piece of production equipment. Any downtime can affect delivery times, productivity and profitability.
Having access to specialised technicians makes it possible to resolve breakdowns, carry out maintenance, install the machine correctly, train operators and optimise production performance
Yes. AtB Consultech provides preventive and corrective maintenance for automatic die-cutters, inspecting the machine’s critical components to prevent unexpected downtime and improve performance.
Maintenance may include mechanical, pneumatic and electrical inspections, cleaning, lubrication, sensor checks, die-cutting pressure adjustment, and inspection of chains, grippers, guides and safety systems.
Do you need an automatic die-cutter for folding carton?
At AtB Consultech, we support our customers throughout the entire process. Contact us and we will find the solution best suited to your production needs.
