How much does a set of food bag processing equipment cost? Analysis of the latest market conditions in 2025
Release time：2025-09-12 Classification：Knowledge
With the rapid development of the packaging industry, the price of a set of food bag processing equipment ranges from tens of thousands to millions of yuan, mainly depending on factors such as equipment type, degree of automation and production capacity.
The food packaging industry has maintained rapid growth in recent years. As an integral part of the food supply chain, the demand for food bag processing equipment has also been growing. Whether a small startup or a large food manufacturer, there are many factors to consider when choosing food bag processing equipment, with price being one of the most critical considerations.
The price range of plastic bag equipment varies greatly
There are many types of plastic food bag processing equipment, with a wide range of prices. One of the more common types of equipment on the market is the bag-feeding packaging machine, suitable for packaging solid materials such as nuts and grains.
This type of equipment usually has functions such as automatic feeding and automatic tension control by torque motor. When feeding and bag blockage occur in the system, the computer will automatically stop operation to ensure the continuity and stability of production.
The price of a multi-station bag-feeding packaging machine varies according to its configuration and functions. The starting price of a basic model is about 21,000 yuan, while the high-end model can reach 128,000 yuan.
For manufacturers who need to produce vacuum plastic bags, a complete set of production equipment includes a plastic film extruder, vacuum forming machine, bag cutter, and winder. According to market quotes, the price of a standard set of vacuum plastic bag production equipment is approximately RMB 200,000 to 500,000 .
If a larger scale or higher quality equipment is required, the price may be higher.
Paper bag equipment investment analysis, rich choices
Paper bag food packaging equipment is becoming increasingly popular in the market due to its environmentally friendly features, and there are a variety of equipment types. Fully automatic high-speed food paper bag machines can complete the entire production process from roll paper to folding, forming, bag cutting, gluing, bottom folding, bottom gluing, and finished bag output.
This type of equipment is usually equipped with a touch screen human-machine interface, which can set the bag length arbitrarily within a certain range. It adopts a PLC programmable servo control system and has an accurate label tracking system and automatic lubrication and oil supply system.
The price of paper bag equipment varies depending on the technology level and production speed. The price of a basic high-speed food bag machine is about 200,000 yuan per unit , and the processing paper range is 30-80 grams, and the bag production speed can reach 100-300 bags per minute.
The price of the roll-type automatic paper bag machine is relatively low, about 68,400 yuan per unit. It can process 35-120GSM paper, with a maximum roll diameter of 1200mm and a width of 900mm.
High-end roll-type square bottom food paper bag machines are relatively expensive, costing about RMB 203,000 per unit. This type of equipment has the advantages of high speed, high production efficiency, and a large adjustment range. It can complete the side gluing, folding, tube cutting, bottom gluing, bag bottom forming, and bag delivery of the roll paper at one time.
Multifunctional equipment and fruit bag equipment, niche needs
In addition to conventional food bag processing equipment, there are also some special-purpose equipment on the market. For example, a multifunctional paper bag machine that processes different fruit paper bags is a type of equipment specifically for the production of fruit paper bags.
The price of this type of equipment is relatively low, about 238 yuan per unit . It can produce single-layer and double-layer fruit bags with "V/U" shaped handles, as well as single-layer and double-layer fruit bags with semi-circular handles.
This equipment can produce bags at a speed of up to 300-400 bags per minute, with a rated power of 0.75kw. The supporting power can adopt 220V or 380V power supply, which is suitable for both household lighting and power use.
The equipment weighs 780kg and is made of carbon steel. It has a high degree of automation and is equipped with functions such as automatic bag tying, mechanical automatic counting, mechanical bag grabbing, automatic bag arranging, automatic gluing, and automatic icon printing.
Equipment selection considerations go beyond price
When choosing food bag making equipment, price is certainly important, but there are many other factors to consider. Production capacity is the primary consideration. Bag making speeds vary greatly between different equipment. For example, some equipment can produce 300-400 bags per minute, while others can produce up to 160 bags per minute.
The degree of automation directly affects production efficiency and labor costs. Fully automatic equipment usually has functions such as PLC programmable control system, human-machine interface centralized control, automatic deviation correction, dual photoelectric tracking unwinding, and automatic constant tension control.
Equipment energy consumption is also a significant component of long-term operating costs. Different equipment has different power requirements, with some requiring 50 kW while others only require 0.75 kW.
After-sales service is equally important. Many manufacturers provide a one-year warranty for the entire machine, and some even provide a two-year free replacement policy for electrical accessories.
Analyze the return on investment and calculate the economic account
Investing in food bag processing equipment requires a detailed return on investment analysis. The equipment investment cost includes equipment purchase costs, installation costs, and initial training costs.
Operating costs include raw material costs (such as plastic film or paper), electricity consumption, labor costs, and equipment maintenance costs. Taking a 50Kw device as an example, the power consumption for one day of continuous production is considerable.
Production efficiency directly affects the return on investment cycle. For example, a machine that produces 300-400 food bags per minute will have a significant difference in output and profit compared to a machine that produces 160 bags per minute.
Production flexibility is also a factor that affects economic benefits. Equipment that can produce products of various specifications can more easily adapt to changing market demands.
For companies planning to invest in food bag processing equipment, it is recommended to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the balance between equipment performance and price, and give priority to suppliers with good after-sales service and strong technical support .
A machine that can produce 300-400 food bags per minute, if it runs 8 hours a day, can produce hundreds of thousands of bags per month.
Choosing the right equipment can not only improve product quality and production efficiency, but also gain an advantage in the fierce market competition.
In the future, with the advancement of technology and the intensification of market competition, food bag processing equipment will develop in the direction of greater efficiency, energy saving and intelligence, bringing greater benefits to enterprises.
