The vertical intermittent motion AV cartoner is an extremely compact and versatile machine capable of guaranteeing high performance while being simple in use and maintenance. The vertical introduction of products makes the AV machine particularly suitable for the packaging of bottles and bags. Carton pick-off and erection is carried-out by a mobile blade which completely opens and inserts it between the transfer lugs. The space available in the product feeding area, allows for more than one operator to feed the products.