Legacy — Still Supported

Formax Greenwave 430 Cardboard Perforator

Freestanding cardboard perforator, up to 16.9″ wide, .79″ thick, 40 fpm — succeeded by the Greenwave 432.

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Description

About the Greenwave 430

The Formax Greenwave 430 is a freestanding cardboard perforator built for shipping departments that need to process more volume than a tabletop unit can handle. Mounted on heavy-duty casters for easy repositioning, it perforates and trims corrugated cartons in a single pass, up to 16.9 inches wide and .79 inches thick, at up to 40 feet per minute — turning old boxes into flexible, shock-absorbing packing netting instead of trash.

Standard features include an all-metal cabinet, solid-steel perforating blades, rugged metal gearing, a bold-print measuring scale, and a molded plastic waste bin that collects perforating particles for a cleaner work area. At 271 lbs. with a 1 HP motor, it’s built for sustained shipping-department use.

Greenwave 430 Specifications

Machine TypeFreestanding cardboard perforator
Maximum Perforating Width16.9 in (430 mm)
Maximum Input Thickness0.79 in
SpeedUp to 40 fpm
Motor1 HP
Weight271 lbs
OperationPerforates and trims corrugated cartons in a single pass
OutputFlexible, shock-absorbing packing netting made from used cartons
CabinetAll-metal
BladesSolid-steel perforating blades
GearingRugged metal gearing
Measuring ScaleBold-print
Waste CollectionMolded plastic bin that collects perforating particles
MobilityHeavy-duty casters

Still Supported by All For Mailers

The Greenwave 430 has been updated in Formax’s current lineup by the Greenwave 432, which offers the same 16.9"/430mm perforating width in Formax’s current-production Greenwave series. All For Mailers still supports Greenwave 430 units already in the field with parts and supplies.

Straight talk: the Greenwave 430 is no longer in current production — and we still support it. It’s off the manufacturer’s active lineup, but parts and consumables are available, we know these machines inside out, and we keep plenty of them running for customers today. If you own one, you’re in good shape. If you’re buying a good used one, you’re not taking a risk we can’t cover.

Protect what you have. These machines were built to last, and the mechanics will outlive the electronics every time. If you’re running one, put it on a quality surge protector, and add static protection — especially in dry winter air or on high-speed paper handling. Power spikes and static are what kill boards, and on these machines a board may not be replaceable at any price. It’s the cheapest insurance there is for equipment you can’t simply reorder.

Need parts or supplies? SuppliesForMailers.com carries the consumables, and we stock or source the parts. Call 866-430-2874 and we’ll get you what you need.

Thinking about upgrading? No pressure — but if your volumes have grown or you want a machine with years of factory runway ahead of it, tell us what you’re running and what’s changed, and we’ll show you the current equivalent. Nationwide shipping with professional freight handling. Ask us about delivery and setup options for your location.

Need supplies or parts? Visit SuppliesForMailers.com.

Additional information

Shred Speed

Up to 40 fpm

Weight

271 lbs

Line overview: official Formax USA video of the Greenwave cardboard perforator range in operation. It shows how the Greenwave line runs rather than the Greenwave 430 specifically.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Greenwave 430 still available new?
The Greenwave 430 itself has been succeeded by the Greenwave 432. Ask us about the current Greenwave 432 freestanding perforator.

How wide and thick a cardboard can the Greenwave 430 perforate?
Up to 16.9 inches wide and .79 inches thick, at up to 40 feet per minute.

How does the Greenwave 430 compare to the current Greenwave 432?
Both perforate up to 16.9 in (430 mm) wide at up to 40 fpm, and both weigh 271 lbs with a 1 HP motor. The current-production Greenwave 432 is specified for input up to 0.79 in (20 mm) thick, measures 24.8 in W x 22.4 in D x 38.1 in H, and carries a waste bin rated up to 28 gal (106 L).

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