Cardboard Production Line and Factory Setup

A cardboard production line is a complete industrial system designed to transform waste paper and recycled cardboard into finished paperboard under controlled process conditions. The line produces packaging board ready for conversion or sale.

From an industrial perspective, cardboard manufacturing is important because it combines pulping of recycled materials, refining, sheet formation, pressing, drying and packaging. The process relies on a defined sequence of unit operations that must be correctly engineered, sized and integrated.

Primary raw materials typically include waste paper, cardboard waste, water, starch, resin and packaging materials. The core machinery set consists of pulpers, refiners, paper machines, presses, dryers and packaging systems.

The Industrial Department supports investors who want to establish a new cardboard plant as well as existing plant owners who need repair, overhaul, capacity expansion or automation of their current lines. Projects can start from an empty site or from an operating facility that requires technical upgrading.

Whether the goal is a green-field turnkey plant in Iraq, Kurdistan Region, Afghanistan or other regional markets, or the modernization of an existing line in Iran, engineering, machinery supply or manufacturing, installation, commissioning and ongoing technical support can be provided under defined contractual scopes.

Production Line Overview

The cardboard production line is engineered as an integrated process system covering waste collection, pulping, refining, sheet formation, pressing, drying, cutting and packaging. Design capacity is determined during the engineering phase and can typically range from pilot or semi-industrial scales up to higher industrial throughputs, depending on final product mix and market requirements.

Product types include packaging cardboard and related paperboard grades. The overall process flow follows a defined sequence: waste collection, pulping, refining, sheet formation on the paper machine, pressing, drying and packaging.

Main machinery groups include pulpers, refiners, paper machines, presses, dryers and packaging equipment. Supporting infrastructure covers electrical power (200–500 kW), process water (50–150 m³/day), steam (500–1500 kg/h) and wastewater treatment.

Manpower requirements depend on the degree of automation (typically 15–30 persons per shift). Quality control covers basis weight, strength, moisture and packaging integrity. Finished board is stored under controlled conditions before distribution.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Description
Product	Cardboard / paperboard (sheets or rolls – depending on finishing configuration)
Production Capacity	Depending on project capacity and selected equipment sizing (to be determined during engineering phase)
Required Area	1000–3000 m² (subject to final layout and capacity)
Electrical Power	380 V three-phase, 200–500 kW
Water Consumption	50–150 m³/day
Steam	500–1500 kg/h
Manpower	15–30 persons per shift
Main Machines	Pulper, refiner, paper machine, press, dryer, packaging system
Packaging	Sheets, rolls or pallets according to selected equipment
Storage	Humidity-controlled storage (final design defined in engineering)

All figures are indicative. Detailed utility balances, equipment lists and layout drawings are prepared after process definition and capacity confirmation.

Products

An industrial cardboard production line can manufacture packaging board of various basis weights and strength grades depending on furnish and process parameters. Packaging formats are selected according to target markets.

Raw Materials for Cardboard Factory

Raw material selection and quality control are critical for strength, appearance and process stability. The main materials are waste paper, cardboard waste, starch and resin.

Sahi Rasa For Factories raw material

The Supply Chain Department is prepared to support identification, evaluation and supply of the main and auxiliary raw materials required by cardboard factories. Depending on the contractual scope, services may include supplier identification and evaluation, procurement and purchase coordination, specification control, logistics coordination, supply-chain design for continuous production, ongoing supply arrangements, and supply of materials from Iran for projects located in regional markets.

Registering an order for raw materials for the factory Cardboard
Sahi Rasa Supply Chain Department

Raw-material supply chain support can be examined for industrial cardboard projects located in Iran, Iraq, the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (including Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok), Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, Afghanistan (Kabul, Herat, Mazar-e-Sharif), Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Syria, Oman, Jordan, Turkey, Armenia and Georgia.

Manufacturing Process

Waste Collection and Pulping – Waste paper and cardboard are collected and pulped with water.
Refining – The pulp is refined to remove impurities and improve fibre quality.
Sheet Formation – The pulp is formed into a continuous web on the paper machine.
Pressing and Drying – Water is removed by pressing and drying.
Cutting and Packaging – The board is cut and packaged for dispatch.

Machinery & Equipment

Pulper – Disperses waste paper into pulp. Position: first process stage. Importance: foundation of furnish quality. Quality impact: incomplete pulping leaves contaminants. Maintenance: rotor, screen and drive. Sahi Rasa Support: design, manufacturing/procurement, installation, repair and spare parts.
Paper Machine – Forms, presses and dries the board web. Position: core of the process. Importance: determines capacity and board quality. Quality impact: basis weight, formation and strength. Maintenance: wire, felts, rolls and drives. Sahi Rasa Support: design, manufacturing/procurement, installation, repair, overhaul and automation.
Press and Dryer – Remove water and dry the web. Position: after forming. Quality impact: residual moisture and flatness. Maintenance: rolls, felts and heating system. Sahi Rasa Support: installation, repair and spare parts.
Packaging System – Prepares finished board for dispatch. Position: end of line. Quality impact: handling damage prevention. Maintenance: conveyors and strapping. Sahi Rasa Support: installation, repair and spare parts.

Factory Layout & Building Requirements

Typical functional areas include waste receiving, pulping, refining, paper machine hall, finishing, packaging, chemical storage, utility rooms, wastewater treatment, maintenance workshop, staff facilities and loading docks. Layout must respect process flow and humidity control. Exact area allocation is determined during the engineering phase according to capacity.

Utilities

Electricity: 380 V three-phase, typically 200–500 kW
Water: 50–150 m³/day
Steam: 500–1500 kg/h
Wastewater treatment according to local regulations

Turnkey Factory Setup

An investor can start from an empty site. Depending on contractual scope, the project can be accompanied through: Idea → Feasibility → Engineering → Factory Design → Machinery → Procurement → Manufacturing → Installation → Commissioning → Training → Raw Material Supply → Packaging → Trial Production → Commercial Production. The objective is an operational factory ready for production.

EPC & PMC

Projects can be executed under EPC or PMC approaches. Engineering, machinery supply or manufacturing, installation supervision and commissioning are coordinated within the defined contract boundaries.

Machinery Repair

Existing cardboard factories can request inspection, troubleshooting, mechanical and electrical repair, component replacement, spare-parts supply and line maintenance support for pulpers, paper machines, presses and dryers.

Machinery Overhaul & Refurbishment

Older equipment can be evaluated for comprehensive overhaul, replacement of worn parts, control-system upgrades, improved reliability and modest capacity or quality improvements where technically feasible.

Capacity Expansion

Capacity of an existing line can often be increased by addressing bottlenecks, upgrading key machines, improving packaging rate or introducing selective automation.

Industrial Automation

Typical applications include PLC sequence control, basis-weight and moisture loops, HMI, data logging and optional SCADA integration.

Supply Chain

Factory = Machinery + Raw Materials + Utilities + People + Process + Supply Chain + Market. The Supply Chain Department supports supplier sourcing, procurement, logistics and ongoing material supply for cardboard projects.

Packaging

Cutting, stacking, strapping, labeling, coding and palletizing are integrated according to product format and market requirements.

Branding & Product Development

When required, support can be provided for product development, packaging design, graphic design, branding and related marketing preparation.

Market & Country Sections

Engineering, machinery, installation, overhaul and supply-chain support are available for cardboard projects in Iran, Iraq, Kurdistan Region (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok), Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, Afghanistan (Kabul, Herat, Mazar-e-Sharif), Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Syria, Oman, Jordan, Turkey, Armenia and Georgia.

Sahi Rasa Services

Service	Application in This Project
Feasibility Study	Technical and economic assessment of capacity, product mix and investment
Factory Design	Layout, process flow and utility design
Machinery Design / Manufacturing	Specification and coordinated supply or manufacturing of process equipment
Procurement	Sourcing of machinery, components and materials
Installation & Commissioning	Mechanical/electrical installation, start-up and performance testing
Automation	PLC, HMI, process control and optional SCADA
Raw Material Supply	Coordination via Supply Chain Department
Repair / Overhaul / Refurbishment	Restoration and modernization of existing machinery
Capacity Expansion	Engineering and implementation of throughput increases
Staff Training	Operational and basic maintenance training

Why Sahi Rasa

Process engineering, machinery-related capabilities, procurement support, supply-chain coordination, installation, commissioning, training, maintenance support and automation are combined. The practical advantage is a more integrated execution path from concept to an operating production line.

From Empty Land to Production

Typical sequence: Feasibility → Engineering → Factory Design → Equipment Design → Machinery Manufacturing/Procurement → Logistics → Installation → Commissioning → Staff Training → Raw Material Supply → Trial Production → Commercial Production. Operational support for a defined initial period can be examined as a contractual option.

Who Should Contact Sahi Rasa?

Investors – planning a new cardboard factory or production line
Existing Factory Owners – needing repair, overhaul, refurbishment, modernization, automation or capacity expansion
Industrial Buyers – requiring machinery, spare parts, raw materials or engineering services

Final CTA

If you intend to set up a cardboard production line or factory, if your existing plant needs repair, overhaul or capacity expansion, if you require new machinery or automation, or if you need coordination of raw-material supply, contact the Industrial Department.

Submit your request for: Factory Setup / Machinery / Repair / Overhaul / Refurbishment / Automation / Capacity Expansion / Raw Materials.

Registering an order for raw materials for the factory Cardboard

FAQ

What is the typical cost of setting up a cardboard plant?
Cost depends on capacity, product range, automation level, building and utility scope. A detailed estimate is prepared after process definition.
Which main machines are required?
Pulper, refiner, paper machine, press, dryer and packaging system.
What production capacity can be designed?
Capacity is determined during the engineering phase according to market demand and investment criteria.
How much space is needed?
Typical process area ranges from approximately 1000 to 3000 m², subject to final layout.
What are the main raw materials?
Waste paper, cardboard waste, starch, resin and packaging materials.
Can raw materials be supplied?
Yes, via the Supply Chain Department according to project scope.
Is machinery manufacturing or procurement supported?
Design, manufacturing or coordinated procurement according to the agreed scope.
Can existing machines be repaired?
Yes – inspection, troubleshooting, mechanical/electrical repair and spare parts.
Is overhaul or refurbishment possible?
Yes – comprehensive restoration and control upgrades.
Can capacity of an existing line be increased?
Often yes, by addressing bottlenecks and upgrading key equipment.
Are turnkey projects executed?
Turnkey or partial turnkey scopes can be offered under defined contracts.
Are services available in Iraq and Kurdistan Region?
Yes, including Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok and other locations.
Are services available in Afghanistan?
Yes, including Kabul, Herat and Mazar-e-Sharif.
Can raw materials be supplied from Iran for regional projects?
Yes, coordination of material supply is part of possible supply-chain scope.
Is installation and commissioning included?
They can be included according to the selected contractual package.