China remains a global hub for converting and web-handling equipment. For paper converters, choosing the right slitting & rewinding machine (also called a slitter-rewinder) is crucial: it affects roll quality, production efficiency, and downstream processes. Below is a curated “Top 10” list of manufacturers in China that are known for their paper slitting machines.
What a good paper slitting machine must deliver
- Accurate and clean slit edge for different paper types (kraft, coated, thermal, label paper).
- Stable tension control and roll handling for uniform winding.
- Flexible slit width range, quick knife change and reliable rewind shafts.
- PLC/servo control, optional automatic edge guiding and safety features.
- After-sales support and spare parts availability.
The Top 10 paper slitting machine companies in China
1. DJH Machinery
Website: www.djhmachinery.com
DJH Machinery offers precision slitting solutions for paper, film, foil and nonwoven webs. Their product range focuses on achieving smooth slitting quality and consistent tension control—features that are important for paper converters seeking exportable, high-quality machines.
2. PuJi Machinery (Zhejiang)
PuJi produces slitter-rewinders alongside laminators and flexo presses. Their machines are commonly used in packaging and paper converting, and they emphasize OEM flexibility and export readiness.
3. Nova Machinery (Dongguan)
Nova specialises in automatic slitting machines for paper and films, offering servo control systems and options for shaftless rewind to speed up roll changeovers.
4. Jota Machinery (Wenzhou)
Jota focuses on high-speed slitter-rewinders for thermal paper, coated papers and flexible webs—suitable for converters producing thermal receipt rolls and speciality paper rolls.
5. Ruian Loyal Machinery (Ruian, Zhejiang)
Known locally for a wide machine portfolio, Loyal produces slitters, turret rewinders and sheeters that serve both paper and film markets.
6. Jiangyin Kesheng Machinery (Jiangsu)
Kesheng offers a broad catalog of slitting equipment. While they are active in flexible packaging, many of their configurations are directly applicable to paper slitting.
7. Gaobao / Hightop Machinery
Gaobao provides slitter-rewinder solutions targeted at large-diameter paper jumbo rolls and emphasizes precision and industrial durability for medium-to-high speed production lines.
8. Zhejiang Deguang Machinery
Deguang manufactures converting lines including slitting & rewinding modules. They serve converters that require integrated solutions combining slitting with laminating or inspection.
9. Wenzhou Kingsun Machinery
Kingsun produces narrow-web and jumbo roll slitters for labels, paper and film—useful for converters who also process narrow label rolls or specialty substrates.
10. HCI Converting / Kuntai (industry tie)
These companies are often mentioned in broader slitting machine industry surveys; they represent established engineering capacity in China/Taiwan regions, especially for heavy-duty or specialty slitting lines.
Buyer checklist — how to compare suppliers
- Substrate match: Confirm the supplier’s experience with the exact paper grades you process (e.g., thermal, coated, kraft).
- Specs to verify: Jumbo roll O.D., maximum/unwind diameter, slit width range, maximum speed, number of shafts, shaft types (sleeve/shrink/shaftless).
- Controls & automation: PLC brand, servo drives, automatic edge guide, tension feedback loops.
- Service & parts: Ask about local partners, spare parts lead time, and training for operators/maintenance staff.
- Certifications & safety: CE/ISO and safety guarding standards for your target markets.
Call to action
If you are sourcing a machine, prepare a short specification sheet for suppliers that covers: substrate(s) processed, maximum roll diameter, required slit widths, target production speed (m/min), and any integration needs (printing, laminating, inspection). Send that to suppliers for accurate quotes and lead-time estimates.
