380V/50Hz Automatic Conveying and Packaging System for Flooring

Product Overview

The Automatic Conveying and Packaging System is designed to connect flooring production with automatic end-of-line packing through an integrated conveying and packaging process. Suitable for products from 500–1000 mm in length, 300–600 mm in width, and finished package heights of 25–80 mm, the system provides an operating speed of approximately 8–12 boxes per minute.

Unlike a standalone packaging machine, this solution focuses on continuous product movement between production, accumulation, positioning and packing stages. Flooring products can be transferred automatically from upstream equipment, organized before packaging and discharged toward downstream processes with fewer manual handling points.

With an installed power of 28 kW and standard 380 V / 50 Hz electrical configuration, the system is suitable for SPC, LVT, WPC, vinyl flooring and similar panel products. Conveyor direction, working height and line layout can be customized according to factory conditions.

Cause – Why Conveying Becomes a Bottleneck Before Packaging

Many flooring factories invest in high-speed production equipment but still depend on operators to transfer finished products between machines.

This creates an imbalance between production and packaging.

Even when the packaging machine itself has sufficient capacity, inefficient product transportation can cause frequent stops, unnecessary waiting and inconsistent feeding.

Typical problems include:

• Manual product transfer between production and packaging

• Operators carrying or pushing flooring stacks between stations

• Irregular product spacing before entering the packing machine

• Packaging equipment waiting for incoming products

• Upstream machines stopping because downstream areas are full

• Product accumulation in unsuitable locations

• Increased risk of surface scratching during repeated handling

• Too many workers concentrated around the end-of-line area

• Difficulty connecting labeling, wrapping or palletizing equipment

• Limited flexibility when factory capacity is expanded

In many factories, these issues are not caused by insufficient machine speed but by poor coordination between different production stages.

A properly designed conveying system can therefore be just as important as the packaging machine itself.

Solution – Integrated Conveying and Packaging Automation

The Automatic Conveying and Packaging System combines controlled product transportation with automatic packing to create a more continuous production flow.

Finished flooring products are received from the upstream process and transferred through conveyors to the packaging section.

Depending on the production requirement, the conveying section can perform functions such as:

• Product transfer

• Spacing control

• Alignment

• Buffering

• Accumulation

• Position adjustment

• Connection between machines

Once products reach the packaging section, they can be prepared according to the required quantity and package format.

The system is designed around a standard product range of:

Length: 500–1000 mm
Width: 300–600 mm
Package Height: 25–80 mm

The typical system speed is 8–12 boxes/min, making it suitable for continuous flooring manufacturing environments.

By combining conveying and packaging into one coordinated solution, manufacturers can reduce unnecessary manual transfer and improve the overall balance of the production line.

Specifications

Note: Actual production capacity depends on flooring dimensions, pack configuration, carton specifications, upstream feeding conditions and the design of the complete conveying line.

Application

The Automatic Conveying and Packaging System is designed mainly for flooring factories that need to improve product flow between production and packaging.

SPC Flooring Production Lines

SPC flooring lines normally include several continuous processes before packaging.

The conveying system can receive finished boards from upstream cutting, profiling, inspection or stacking equipment and transfer them into the packaging section automatically.

This helps reduce manual movement between different machines.

LVT Flooring Manufacturing

LVT manufacturers can use the system to establish a more consistent transition between finished-product handling and carton packaging.

The conveyor layout can be designed according to available factory space and production direction.

WPC Flooring Production

WPC flooring products can be transferred, aligned and delivered to the automatic packaging section through a coordinated conveyor system.

Vinyl Flooring Packaging

The system is also suitable for compatible vinyl flooring products requiring automatic transportation and carton packing.

Production Line Expansion

Factories increasing their production capacity may find that existing manual transportation becomes a bottleneck.

An automatic conveying and packaging system can help connect newly added machines with existing downstream equipment.

End-of-Line Automation Projects

The system can serve as the central connection between production equipment and other downstream automation such as labeling, wrapping and robotic palletizing.

How It Works

The complete operating process is designed according to the customer's production layout.

A typical system works as follows:

Step 1: Product Reception

Finished flooring products arrive from the upstream production equipment.

The conveyor receives the products and transfers them toward the packaging section.

Step 2: Controlled Conveying

Products move through the conveyor system at a controlled speed.

Sensors help coordinate product movement and reduce unnecessary gaps or accumulation.

Step 3: Product Alignment

Before packaging, products are guided into a suitable position.

Stable alignment helps ensure consistent feeding into the next process.

Step 4: Buffering and Accumulation

Depending on the line configuration, buffer conveyors can temporarily hold products when the downstream process slows down.

This can reduce unnecessary stops of upstream production equipment.

Step 5: Pack Preparation

Flooring boards are prepared according to the specified packaging quantity and format.

Step 6: Automatic Packaging

The prepared flooring pack enters the packaging section and is processed according to the required carton configuration.

Step 7: Finished Box Conveying

Completed boxes are discharged automatically and transferred away from the packaging machine.

Step 8: Downstream Automation

Finished cartons can continue to optional processes such as:

Weight Checking → Labeling → Printing → Wrapping → Palletizing

This creates a connected end-of-line production system instead of several isolated machines.

How To Choose an Automatic Conveying and Packaging System

Because this is an integrated system, machine selection should consider the complete production process rather than only the packaging speed.

1. Confirm Product Size Range

Provide the minimum and maximum:

• Product length

• Product width

• Product thickness

• Finished package height

The standard system handles products between 500 and 1000 mm long and 300 and 600 mm wide.

2. Confirm Production Capacity

The standard system operates at approximately 8–12 boxes/min.

The required packaging capacity should match the actual production output of the upstream line.

3. Provide Product Flow Direction

The direction in which products leave the previous machine affects the conveyor layout.

Common layouts may include:

• Straight-line conveying

• 90-degree transfer

• Parallel line arrangement

• Multi-section conveying

The final design depends on factory space.

4. Confirm Conveyor Height

If the system will connect with existing equipment, provide the discharge height of the upstream machine and the infeed height of downstream equipment.

This is important for smooth integration.

5. Confirm Packaging Requirements

Provide:

• Pieces per carton

• Carton dimensions

• Finished carton weight

• Carton style

• Packing direction

Different packaging formats may require different machine configurations.

6. Provide a Factory Layout

For conveying systems, factory layout is particularly important.

A simple drawing showing:

• Existing machines

• Available floor space

• Columns

• Walls

• Operator aisles

• Product flow direction

can help engineers design a more practical solution.

7. Consider Future Automation

If robotic palletizing or automatic wrapping may be added later, it is better to consider these requirements during the initial conveyor layout design.

This can reduce the cost of future modifications.

Advantages of Integrated Conveying and Packaging

Compared with separate manual transfer and packaging stations, an integrated system offers several practical benefits:

• Reduces manual transportation between machines

• Creates more stable product feeding

• Improves coordination between upstream and downstream equipment

• Supports continuous flooring production

• Reduces unnecessary product accumulation

• Helps lower repetitive handling

• Makes factory layout more organized

• Provides easier integration with automatic labeling

• Supports wrapping and palletizing expansion

• Can be customized according to existing factory space

The value of the system comes from improving the complete material flow rather than focusing only on one packaging machine.

Complete Flooring End-of-Line System

For flooring factories requiring a higher level of automation, the conveying and packaging system can become part of a complete end-of-line solution.

A typical configuration may include:

Flooring Production → Product Transfer → Buffer Conveying → Alignment → Stacking → Automatic Packaging → Labeling → Wrapping → Robotic Palletizing

Each section can be designed according to production capacity and available factory space.

For existing production lines, the system can also be customized around current equipment instead of requiring the entire line to be replaced.

This makes it suitable for both new flooring factories and existing production line automation upgrades.

FAQ

1. What products can the Automatic Conveying and Packaging System handle?

The system is mainly designed for SPC, LVT, WPC, vinyl flooring and similar panel products. The standard product range is 500–1000 mm in length and 300–600 mm in width.

2. What is the production speed?

The standard packaging speed is approximately 8–12 boxes per minute. Actual output depends on product dimensions, pieces per carton, packaging format and the configuration of the complete conveying system.

3. Can the conveyor layout be customized?

Yes. Conveyor length, direction, height and transfer method can be designed according to the customer's production line and available factory space.

4. Can the system connect with our existing machines?

Yes. The system can be integrated with suitable existing upstream and downstream equipment. We recommend providing machine dimensions, conveyor heights, production direction and a factory layout for evaluation.

5. Can you add palletizing and wrapping equipment?

Yes. The system can be expanded with labeling, printing, weighing, wrapping and robotic palletizing equipment to create a more complete flooring end-of-line automation solution.

Get a Customized Conveying and Packaging Solution

Every flooring factory has a different production flow and layout.

To receive a more accurate technical proposal for your Automatic Conveying and Packaging System, please send us:

Product Size + Pieces per Box + Carton Size + Required Boxes/Min + Existing Line Layout + Conveyor Height + Voltage

Based on this information, our engineering team can evaluate the required conveyor configuration, packaging capacity and downstream automation options for your factory.