Cigarette Packing Machines
Pack formation equipment covering hinge-lid and flip-top formats at a range of rated output speeds.
HLP 180
- Rated Speed
- 180 packs/min
- Plunger Configuration
- Single Plunger
- Supported Formats
- King Size / Demi / Slims / Super Slims / Nano
- Control System
- PLC Control System
HLP 200
- Rated Speed
- 200 packs/min
- Peak Throughput
- 12,000 cigarettes
- Plunger Configuration
- Double Plunger
- Supported Formats
- King Size / Demi / Slims / Super Slims / Nano
HLP 225
- Rated Speed
- 225 packs/min
- Plunger Configuration
- Double Plunger
- Supported Formats
- King Size / Demi / Slims / Super Slims / Nano
- Control System
- PLC Control System
Cigarette Packing Machines
Reconditioned Cigarette Packing Machines, Inspected and Ready to Ship
Cigarette Machinery Suppliers sources, inspects, and sells reconditioned HLP-series packing machines that fold and seal cigarettes into hard boxes. Each machine keeps the platform's original engineering and comes with a documented inspection and service record.
We carry the HLP-180, HLP-200, and HLP-225, which cover a packing speed range from 180 to 225 packs per minute on the same core mechanism.
Plunger Type and Format Flexibility
HLP machines use a single or double plunger system to fold and seal each pack. Higher-speed models in this line typically run a double plunger setup, while lower-speed models use a single plunger. Most units support multiple packet styles, including round corner, bevel edge, D-type, and square, and handle king size through nano cigarette formats.
What buyers gain:
- A packing stage matched to a specific target output instead of over- or under-buying capacity
- Multiple pack style options on one machine without needing separate tooling for each
- Lower labor and maintenance costs than running older, slower equipment
- A faster return on investment than buying new
Comparing HLP-180, HLP-200, and HLP-225
The three models share the same mechanical platform and differ mainly in rated speed and plunger configuration. A factory running one shift with moderate volume often fits the HLP-180, while higher-volume operations move to the HLP-225. Picking between them comes down to matching rated speed to actual line output, not the machine with the highest number.
Packet Styles These Machines Handle
Round corner, bevel edge, D-type, and square are the packet styles supported across the HLP range, though exact availability depends on the specific model and its current tooling. We confirm packet setup on request before a machine ships.
Inside an HLP Packing Machine
Cigarettes move from a hopper into a rotating drum where they are grouped into sets of 20 or 10, then folded into foil and paperboard by the plunger mechanism before final sealing. A PLC control system manages timing across the whole sequence and flags a stop if a group is incomplete or a fold fails.
From Hopper to Finished Pack
- 1. Hopper and feed. Cigarettes are loaded into the hopper and fed into the machine in a continuous supply.
- 2. Grouping drum. A rotating drum arranges cigarettes into the correct count and pattern for the pack size.
- 3. Foil and paperboard folding. The plunger folds foil and paperboard around the grouped cigarettes.
- 4. Sealing. Folded packs pass through a sealing station that closes the pack securely.
- 5. PLC monitoring. The control system tracks each stage and stops the line if a fold or seal falls outside spec.
Reconditioned HLP Machines: What You're Actually Buying
A reconditioned HLP machine has already proven its mechanical reliability in a working factory. Buying reconditioned means the platform's known issues were already found and resolved long before this specific unit reaches you, at a fraction of the cost of a new line.
In practice, this means:
- A lower upfront cost than a new machine at the same rated speed
- Documented service history instead of an unknown maintenance record
- Faster installation, since the machine is already proven on a production line
- Ongoing technical support from a specialist supplier after installation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the HLP-180, HLP-200, and HLP-225?+
The main difference is rated packing speed and plunger configuration. Higher-numbered models generally run faster and more often use a double plunger system.
What packet styles can an HLP machine produce?+
Most HLP machines support round corner, bevel edge, D-type, and square packet styles, though exact tooling varies by unit. We confirm this before a machine ships.
Can an HLP machine handle slim and super slim cigarettes, not just king size?+
Yes, most HLP models are built to handle a range of formats including king size, demi, slim, super slim, and nano, depending on the specific machine's setup.
Is a reconditioned HLP machine reliable for full-time production?+
Every unit we sell is inspected and tested before resale, with a documented service history included, so a factory knows what condition the machine is in before it runs full shifts.
How do I know which HLP model fits my production line?+
Match the rated packing speed to your actual required output rather than buying the fastest available model. Our team can help confirm the right fit based on your target output and pack style.
Why Buy Cigarette Packing Machines From Cigarette Machinery Suppliers
Cigarette Machinery Suppliers is a dedicated source for factories nationwide. Our team handles technical questions before the sale and stays reachable for support after the machine is installed.
A focused specialist. Cigarette machinery is the only category we sell, not a side category in a general industrial catalog.
Established brands only. We deal in the HLP platform, a name factories already know, with parts and service still available.
Complete, detailed listings. Real specs, documentation, and condition on every machine. Nothing vague, nothing left for you to chase down.
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