ZHENGWEI · CREASE-FREE PAPER BAG MACHINES
Fashion & Apparel Paper Shopping Bag Making Machines
ZHENGWEI designs and builds sheet-fed, crease-free paper bag making machines for apparel shopping bag producers, print and packaging converters, and contract bag factories.
Match the model to your bag size, paper stock and handle process.
01 / Bag Applications
Fashion & Apparel Paper Shopping Bag Types You Can Produce
Eight retail bag formats, each matched to a machine, a paper stock and a handle process.
Boutique Clothing Shopping Bags
Everyday store carriers where bag appearance and brand print carry the sale; mainly ZW-A11 and ZW-A11 Pro.
Designer Fashion Shopping Bags
Premium and designer labels that depend on a clean printed panel; ZW-A11 or ZW-A11 Pro, specialty surfaces trialled first.
Footwear and Shoe Box Shopping Bags
Bags sized to carry a shoe box; ZW-A11 or ZW-A15 MAX assessed on box length, width, gusset and handle.
Sportswear and Athleisure Shopping Bags
Multi-season store carriers where every drop must match; ZW-A11 or ZW-A11 Pro chosen by order type.
Denim and Casualwear Shopping Bags
Heavier garment loads; bottom and handle structure checked against garment volume and real load on ZW-A11 or ZW-A11 Pro.
Outerwear and Knitwear Shopping Bags
Bulky coats and knitwear that need extra width; ZW-A15 MAX assessed first, then confirmed on a sample bag.
Handbag and Leather Goods Shopping Bags
Carriers for handbags, wallets and leather goods boxes; ZW-A11, ZW-A11 Pro or ZW-A15 MAX by pack volume and handle.
Scarves, Ties and Small Fashion Accessory Bags
Small accessory carriers; ZW-A10 MINI added where minimum bag size and paper stock allow.
02 / Machine Selection
Product Categories for Crease-Free Sheet-Fed Paper Bag Making Machines
Five sheet-fed models compared by handle configuration, bag dimensions, paper weight and nominal output.
ZW-A11 Pro Rope and Ribbon Handle Paper Bag Making Machine
One platform for round-rope and flat-ribbon apparel bags, switched by program instead of a die change.
- Bag width 200–540 mm, bag height 200–820 mm
- 180–300 g/m² paper stock
- Flat ribbon 15–25 mm wide
- 40–45 bags/min nominal output
ZW-A11 Standard Ribbon Handle Paper Bag Making Machine
Standard ribbon-handle line for apparel carriers, built with a glue-free bag bottom design.
- Bag width 200–540 mm, bag height 200–420 mm
- Side gusset 70–200 mm
- 180–300 g/m² paper stock
- 40–45 bags/min nominal output
ZW-A13 Round Rope Handle Paper Bag Making Machine
Dedicated round-rope line that feeds, punches and knots the cord in one pass.
- Bag width 200–450 mm, bag height 200–420 mm
- Side gusset 80–200 mm
- Cotton, paper, nylon and braided round cord
- 40–45 bags/min nominal output
ZW-A15 MAX Large Paper Shopping Bag Making Machine
Large-format ribbon bags for outerwear, knitwear and bulky retail packs.
- Bag width 250–600 mm, bag height 220–500 mm
- Side gusset 100–250 mm
- 200–300 g/m² paper stock
- 35–38 bags/min nominal output
ZW-A10 MINI Optional Machine for Small Accessory Bags
Small-format line for scarves, ties and accessory bags from 150 mm wide.
- Bag width 150–350 mm, bag height 150–350 mm
- Side gusset 60–120 mm
- 180–300 g/m² paper stock
- 38–45 bags/min nominal output
Machine Comparison for Fashion & Apparel Bags
| Model | Handle configuration | Paper weight | Bag width | Bag height | Side gusset | Nominal speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZW-A11 Pro | Round rope / flat ribbon | 180–300 g/m² | 200–540 mm | 200–820 mm | 70–200 mm | 40–45 bags/min |
| ZW-A11 | Flat ribbon | 180–300 g/m² | 200–540 mm | 200–420 mm | 70–200 mm | 40–45 bags/min |
| ZW-A13 | Round rope, knotted | 180–300 g/m² | 200–450 mm | 200–420 mm | 80–200 mm | 40–45 bags/min |
| ZW-A15 MAX | Flat ribbon | 200–300 g/m² | 250–600 mm | 220–500 mm | 100–250 mm | 35–38 bags/min |
| ZW-A10 MINI | Confirm with ZHENGWEI | 180–300 g/m² | 150–350 mm | 150–350 mm | 60–120 mm | 38–45 bags/min |
03 / Production Challenges
Fashion & Apparel Paper Shopping Bag Production Challenges and Our Solutions
Three production problems we design against, with the mechanism and the sample test behind each.
Preserve Printed Panels with Crease-Free Forming
A crease-free body targets the unintended horizontal waistline that spoils printed front panels.
- Crease-free forming addresses the waistline across the bag body, not the structural fold lines
- Static folding reduces surface contact on printed and laminated paper
- Confirmed on side-by-side sample bags before an order is released
Automate Handle Processes and Simplify Order Changes
Handle work and changeover are where apparel bag orders lose hours.
- ZW-A13 feeds, punches and knots round cord automatically
- ZW-A11 Pro switches round-rope and flat-ribbon programs on one platform
- ZW-A11 and ZW-A11 Pro list in-line rope inspection with automatic rejection of affected bags
Verify Handle and Bottom Strength with Sample Tests
Handle and bottom structures are confirmed on your own nominated sample bags.
- Flat ribbon bonded across the folded edge and the bag body
- ZW-A13 knotting structure inspected on finished bags
- ZW-A11 is confirmed with a glue-free bag bottom design; other models are checked by sample
04 / Manufacturing
ZHENGWEI Manufacturing and Factory Support
Design, machining, assembly, testing and on-site support handled under one manufacturer.
20+ Years of In-House R&D and Manufacturing
Founded in 2007, ZHENGWEI designs, machines, assembles and tests bag making machines in house.
- Machine structure, servo coordination and forming process developed by our own engineers
- Machining, assembly and full-machine testing completed before shipment
- Custom bag size and handle configuration reviewed against your drawing
Global Exhibitions We Attend
We meet apparel bag producers and converters at packaging trade fairs through the year.
- Booth meetings arranged around your bag specification
- Sample fashion and apparel bags reviewed with our engineers
Factory Tours and Customer Visits
Visitors see sample bags, trial runs and machine assembly on site.
- Bring your own paper stock and handle samples for the trial
- Review assembly and testing before the machine is packed
Testing, Installation, Training and After-Sales
Machines are tested before shipment, then installed and commissioned at your factory.
- 7–10 days of on-site installation and commissioning
- 12-month machine warranty, with terms stated in the contract
- Operator training on changeover, running checks and maintenance
- Remote diagnosis and spare parts support after commissioning
- Buyers in Italy, Spain, Vietnam, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Egypt confirm power supply and documents at quotation
05 / Technical Questions
FAQs About Fashion & Apparel Paper Shopping Bag Production
Answers on machine selection, printed sheets, output planning, sample testing and warranty terms.
Which machine should I choose for rope or ribbon handles?
ZW-A11 Pro runs both round-rope and flat-ribbon programs on one platform. ZW-A13 is dedicated to round-rope bags with automatic punching and knotting. Final selection is confirmed on bag width, height, gusset, cord material and the load the bag must carry.
Can the machine process my printed or laminated sheets?
Send the paper type, gsm, surface finish, die line and a sample bag. Our engineers check your specification against the selected model, and specialty surfaces are trialled on sample sheets before the order is confirmed.
What determines actual output and staffing requirements?
Bag type, paper stock, handle process, machine configuration and how you sequence orders all affect qualified output. Nominal speeds of 35–45 bags/min are not a daily production figure; plan from a trial run and your own operator arrangement.
What should I send for a machine recommendation and quotation?
A physical sample or photos, bag dimensions with an unfolded drawing, paper type and gsm, handle specification, target output, and destination country with power supply. Add acceptance and compliance requirements if your project has them.
Do the machines produce a glue-free bag bottom?
ZW-A11 is confirmed with a glue-free bag bottom design: the bottom does not rely on a glued joint. The mouth fold and handle reinforcement still use adhesive. For other models, glue-free capability is confirmed against your sample bag.
What are the lead time, installation and warranty terms?
On-site installation and commissioning take 7–10 days, and machines carry a 12-month warranty as stated in the contract. Lead time, price, custom scope and acceptance conditions are confirmed in the project quotation.
Project Enquiry
Discuss Your Fashion & Apparel Paper Shopping Bag Production Requirements
Send a sample bag or drawing with material, size, handle and target output so our engineers can recommend a machine.
- Sample bag or unfolded die line
- Paper type, gsm and surface finish
- Handle type and specification
- Target output per shift
- Destination country and power supply
