Wenzhou Wimach Machinery Co., Ltd. (WIMACH) designs and supplies tissue packing machines and integrated packaging lines for the global tissue industry. With a factory covering 3,000 m², a team of 37 employees, and an annual output of approximately 160 sets, WIMACH exports 60 % of its equipment to the EU, North America, and South America. All machines are CE certified and assembled with reliable components from well-known brands.

The Challenge: Matching Equipment to Production Scenarios

Tissue paper manufacturers face a wide range of packaging requirements — from soft facial tissue packs and cube boxes to toilet rolls and canister wet wipes. Off-the-shelf equipment often fails to accommodate variations in product dimensions, speed targets, or factory layouts. The need for customizable, turnkey solutions that can be quickly integrated into existing lines has become a key decision factor for procurement teams evaluating tissue packing machines.

According to a 2024 report by Transparency Market Research, the global tissue paper packaging machines market was valued at USD 273.8 million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 433.7 million by 2032. Automatic machines already hold a dominant share of 58.3 % (Market Research Report 2033), driven by the shift toward unmanned, data-driven production. This trend puts pressure on suppliers to deliver not just hardware, but scenario-adapted solutions.

WIMACH's Machine Portfolio for Tissue Packing

WIMACH offers a comprehensive range of tissue packing machines covering wrapping, cartoning, case packing, and palletizing. The product families include:

• Soft Tissue Wrapping Machines (TP-180, TP-280): Form plastic film into bags and pack facial tissues at speeds up to 180 or 260 packs/min. Accept CPP, PE, and composite films (film thickness 0.035–0.05 mm).
• Tissue Cartoning Machines (TC-100, TC-300): Carton board machines for facial tissue boxes, cube boxes (TC-80F), and canisters (TC-80Y). Speed range 30–180 boxes/min.
• Toilet Paper Roll Wrapping Machine (TW-160): Individual wrapping of toilet rolls with pre-printed tissue paper at 60–120 rolls/min. Paper grammage 17–37 gsm.
• Automatic Tissue Roll Bundle Bagging Machine (TB-R30): Bagging of multi-roll bundles at 25 packs/min using pre-made bags.
• Case Packers (CP-T60 top load, CP-S50 side load) and Palletizers for end-of-line automation.
• Integrated Packaging Lines for toilet paper, facial tissues, and canister wet wipes.

All machines support customization of packaging dimensions, machine configuration, voltage, and logo. WIMACH’s engineering team — 5 R&D engineers — can develop targeted customizations based on the customer’s specific production needs. The factory conducts eight quality control tests on each machine, including no-load & load running, electrical safety, and long-time aging tests.

How the Machines Adapt to Site Conditions

Each WIMACH packing machine operates in automatic mode under typical tissue paper producing and packaging workshop conditions (standard workshop temperature, compressed air 0.5–0.8 MPa, 380V 50/60 Hz 3-phase power). The PLC control logic coordinates material handling, wrapping, forming, sealing, and cutting. Safety interlocks and E-stops are standard. Integration with upstream tissue folding/cutting machines or rewinding machines is achieved via conveyors and synchronized control signals.

For example, the Facial Tissue Box Packaging Line automatically connects box packing → shrink wrapping → handle taping → case packing → palletizing. The Toilet Paper Packaging Line integrates wrapping → case packing → palletizing → stretch wrapping. Both are designed to minimize manual intervention and can be customized to different throughput requirements and factory footprints.

Use-Case Scenarios: Real Production Environments

The following scenarios illustrate how WIMACH machines have been deployed in actual projects:

1. Toilet Paper Packaging Line — United States

A US-based tissue manufacturer required a customized line for toilet rolls. WIMACH supplied a line consisting of the TW-160 roll wrapping machine, a top-load case packer (CP-T60), a palletizer, and a stretch wrapping machine. The system wraps individual rolls at 60–120 rolls/min, case packs them at 10 cases/min, and palletizes at 10 cycles/min. The client reported improved automation efficiency, lower material costs (paper wrapping replaces plastic), and compliance with CE standards. The line has been in operation for 4–5 years.
Key highlight: All-paper packaging aligned with plastic-restriction regulations, and consistent output suitable for high-volume production.

2. Facial Tissue Packaging Line — Poland

A Polish tissue manufacturer needed fully automatic packaging for facial tissues and cream tissues (boxed and soft packs). The turnkey line included TC-100 and TC-300 cartoning machines (30–180 boxes/min), a TP-280 high-speed soft tissue wrapping machine (260 packs/min), a side-load case packer CP-S50, a palletizer, and stretch wrapper. The line runs automatically from cartoning to palletized, strapped loads ready for shipment. 12 sets were delivered, and the client has been operating them for two years. Benefits include uniform packaging quality and reduced labour costs.

3. Canister Wet Wipe Packaging Line — Mexico

For a Mexican manufacturer of disinfecting wipes, WIMACH delivered a complete turnkey line (9 sets) covering canister loading, alcohol filling, heat sealing, capping, labeling, case packing, palletizing, strapping, and stretch wrapping. The core machine, TC-80Y, packs 30–80 canisters/min. The entire line achieves a stable 60 CPM. It has been running for five years, providing fully finished, labeled, and palletized products ready for warehousing and transport.

Industry Trends Shaping Tissue Packing Investments

The shift toward automation is the dominant driver. The automatic segment captured 58.3% of the market in 2025, and Asia Pacific remains the largest region (42.6% of global revenue, according to FMI). Meanwhile, China’s tissue paper exports increased 23.49% in late 2024 (USD 2.19bn), fuelling demand for localized packaging solutions. European regulations (EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC transitioning to Regulation 2023) also push manufacturers to adopt CE-compliant equipment — a requirement that WIMACH meets across all its machines.

The cartoning machinery segment alone is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% through 2035 (Global Market Insights). This further validates investments in automated tissue cartoning and wrapping solutions for mid- to high-speed production.

Comparison with Traditional Packing Methods

Compared to manual or semi-automatic packing, WIMACH’s automatic lines deliver higher throughput, consistent sealing/carton quality, and lower labour costs. However, one honest limitation is that for extremely high-speed production (e.g., above 300 packs/min for facial tissues), premium European brands such as Fabio Perini or PCMC may offer faster machines. WIMACH’s TP-280 tops at 260 packs/min, which covers most mid-to-high volume applications, but niche ultra-high-speed lines may require a different tier. For the majority of tissue manufacturers — producing 100–200 packs/min — WIMACH provides cost-effective, CE-certified equipment with a shorter lead time (30-45 days for custom machines) and full after-sales support.

Future Outlook

As sustainability goals push tissue manufacturers to replace plastic wrapping with paper alternatives, WIMACH’s toilet roll wrapping machine (TW-160) already supports all-paper packaging. The company also continues to invest in integrated turnkey lines that reduce manual handling and improve energy efficiency. With its 12+ years of industry experience and a customer-first engineering approach, WIMACH is positioned to serve growing demand in the Americas and Europe for tailored, budget-conscious packaging automation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I choose the right tissue packing machine for my project?

A: Selection depends on product type (facial tissue, toilet roll, napkin, wet wipe), target speed (packs/min), packaging format (box, bag, wrapped roll), and factory layout. WIMACH offers customization of dimensions, machine configuration, voltage, and logo. A free consultation with the engineering team can define the optimal solution.

Q: Are WIMACH machines CE certified?

A: Yes. All WIMACH tissue packing machines are CE certified, complying with EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. The company can also adapt machines to meet other local regulations upon request.

Q: What kind of after-sales support is provided?

A: WIMACH offers installation & commissioning, operator training, warranty service, remote technical support, lifetime after-warranty support, and upgrade & retrofit service.

Q: Can WIMACH machines be integrated into an existing line?

A: Yes. The machines are designed with standard conveyor interfaces and PLC synchronization (0.5-0.8 MPa compressed air, 380V 50/60Hz 3phase). WIMACH engineers can customize connection points to match existing upstream/downstream equipment.

Q: What is the typical lead time for a custom tissue packing machine?

A: For a custom single machine, lead time is 30–45 days; for a complete turnkey line, approximately 30–60 days, depending on complexity. Minimum order quantity is 1 set.

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