End Load Cartoning Machines Market Report 2025

The end load cartoning machines market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.23 billion in 2024 to $2.43 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the increasing demand for consumer goods, the expansion of the food and beverage industry, enhanced machine versatility and flexibility, growing consumer goods demand, and rising labor costs that have driven the adoption of automation.

The end load cartoning machines market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.39 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The anticipated growth during the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing demand for automation in packaging, the expansion of the e-commerce and retail sectors, the need for higher production efficiency and speed, growth in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, and a rising consumer preference for convenience packaging. Key trends expected during this period include technological advancements, the integration of smart packaging, adoption in the personal care and cosmetics industry, integration with end-of-line solutions, and the use of remote monitoring and predictive maintenance.

The increasing demand for automation is expected to drive the growth of the end-load cartoning machines market in the coming years. Automation refers to the use of technology, software, or machines to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. As automation becomes more accessible and capable of handling complex tasks, its demand rises, offering higher precision and consistency in processes. End-load cartoning machines support this trend by efficiently packaging products into cartons with minimal manual involvement, improving production speed, consistency, and cost-effectiveness in high-volume manufacturing environments. For instance, in September 2023, the International Federation of Robotics, a non-profit organization based in Germany, reported that 553,052 industrial robots were installed in factories globally in 2022, marking a 5% year-on-year growth. This growth in automation is driving the expansion of the end-load cartoning machines market.

Companies operating in the end-load cartoning machines market are focused on developing innovative solutions, such as advanced automatic cartoning machines, to revolutionize packaging processes. These high-speed machines automate the tasks of erecting, filling, and sealing cartons, integrating robotics, servo-driven technology, and smart sensors to manage different types of cartons, including tuck-end, glue-sealed, and sleeve cartons. For example, in November 2023, ÉLITER Packaging Machinery, a China-based company, launched the Gran Sonata, an advanced automatic cartoning machine. This versatile machine supports both cartoning and case packing, facilitating seamless packaging automation across industries such as food and pharmaceuticals. It features a hygienic stainless-steel design, multi-axis servo drive technology, and recipe-based changeover for fast format adjustments.

In July 2024, ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc., a Canada-based industrial automation company, acquired Paxiom Group for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, ATS aims to expand its presence in regulated markets by integrating Paxiom's advanced packaging solutions, enhancing its service offerings, and driving both organic and synergistic growth. Paxiom Group, a US-based company, specializes in packaging machine technology, particularly end-load cartoning machines.

Major players in the end load cartoning machines market are Bartelt Packaging LLC, Syntegon Technology GmbH, Marchesini Group S.p.A., MPAC Group PLC, Bradman Lake Group Ltd., R.A Jones & Co. Inc., IWK Verpackungstechnik GmbH, Cama Group S.p.A., Industria Macchine Automatiche S.p.A. (IMA Group), HMPS Group (Heat and Control - HMPS Automation), Keymac Packaging Systems Ltd., Frain Industries Inc., EconoCorp Inc., ADCO Manufacturing Inc., Elite Packaging Machinery Inc., Emrich Packaging Machinery Pty. Ltd., Infinity Automated Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Parth Engineers & Consultant, Rovema GmbH, Sirosilo Industrial Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the end load cartoning machines market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in end-load cartoning machines report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the end-load cartoning machines market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

End load cartoning machines are automated packaging systems that form, load, and seal cartons with products using a horizontal end-load process. These machines insert items into pre-formed cartons from the open end, either manually or automatically, and then seal them with glue or tuck-in flaps.

The main types of orientation in end-load cartoning machines are vertical and horizontal. Vertical orientation positions the cartons upright for top loading, making it ideal for products that benefit from gravity, such as bottles, jars, or loose items. These machines are available in various capacities, including low capacity (up to 30 cartons per minute), medium capacity (31 to 60 cartons per minute), and high capacity (over 60 cartons per minute). Automation levels vary, including fully automated systems, partially automated systems, and non-automated (manual) systems. They are widely used in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, cosmetics and personal care, household products, and electronics.

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The end-load cartoning machines market consists of sales of products including cartoning machinery, carton supplies, automation systems, parts, and accessories. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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