Why buyers source filling and packaging machines from China
China builds a large share of the world’s small and medium packaging machinery — filling and capping monoblocks, VFFS baggers, pouch machines, tea bag machines and end-of-line equipment. Prices are competitive and lead times are short. The risk is uneven quality between suppliers, so the selection process matters more than the first price you see.
1. Manufacturer, trading company or both?
Many suppliers sell several machine types and work with specialised partner workshops. That is normal; what matters is that the company you sign with takes responsibility for the whole line, tests the machines together and supports them after delivery. Ask directly: which machines do you build in your own workshop, and who supports each one after shipment?
2. Check the technical answer, not just the brochure
A good supplier asks questions before quoting: viscosity, container drawings, fill amounts, output, voltage, what comes before and after the machine. If a quotation arrives within minutes with no questions, the machine may not fit your product. Use our RFQ checklist so every supplier quotes the same thing.
3. Ask for proof
- Videos of the same machine model running a similar product.
- A machinery test report and outgoing inspection video for your own machine before shipment (we provide both for every machine).
- Component brands for PLC, HMI, servo motors and pneumatics, so you can source spares locally.
- CE documentation if you sell into markets that require it — ask what is available for the exact model.
4. Run a factory acceptance test (FAT)
Before the final payment, test the machine with your product and containers — in person, through a local inspector or by live video. Our FAT checklist lists what to measure: speed, accuracy, rejects, changeover and safety functions.
5. Compare quotations correctly
| Item | What to compare |
|---|---|
| Scope | Which machines, conveyors, change parts and spare parts are included |
| Performance | Speed and accuracy for your product, not the machine’s maximum |
| Materials | Stainless steel grade of product-contact parts |
| Electrics | Voltage, phase, frequency; HMI language |
| Delivery | Lead time, packing, Incoterms (FOB, CIF…) |
| Support | Warranty period, remote support, installation, manuals and videos |
6. Warranty, spare parts and support
The machines in our catalogue list a 1-year warranty. Ask for a recommended spare-parts list (seals, heating elements, belts, sensors) to ship with the machine, and agree how remote support works — video calls, WhatsApp, and response times.
About FillPack Factory
FillPack Factory is the machinery brand of Shanghai Mars Industrial Co., Ltd. Our catalogue covers liquid, paste, powder and granule fillers, cappers, VFFS and premade pouch machines, tea and coffee bag machines, flow wrappers and end-of-line equipment, so a complete line can be quoted, tested and supported by one supplier. Learn more about us or send your requirements.
Questions and answers
How do I verify a packaging machine manufacturer in China?
Ask for videos of the machine model running, a test with your product, the component list, and a factory visit or video tour. Check that specifications, warranty and acceptance criteria are written into the contract.
What payment terms are common for packaging machinery?
A deposit with the order and the balance after the factory acceptance test and before shipment is common. Agree the acceptance criteria in writing first.
How long does shipping take from Shanghai?
It depends on the destination port and shipping method. Ask for the lead time and a CIF or DAP quotation to your port.
Do you provide installation support?
We provide manuals, videos and remote support. On-site installation can be discussed in the quotation depending on the line and location.
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