Coffee Cup Tray Machine
The pulp-molded cup tray production line integrates a pulping system, host machine, vacuum system, high-pressure water system, and air compressor system, designed specifically for manufacturing disposable pulp-molded cup trays. It utilizes raw materials such as sugarcane pulp, bamboo pulp, wood pulp, reed pulp, straw pulp, and other pulp boards. These are processed into pulp with a specific concentration through hydra pulping, refining, and the addition of chemical additives. The prepared pulp is uniformly applied to a specialized metal mold to create wet blank products, which are then transformed into finished pulp-molded items through drying, hot pressing, punching, trimming, and stacking.
AGICO Coffee Cup Paper Tray Machine
With an average production capacity ranging from 1,000 to 7,000 pieces/hour, the system delivers exceptional performance and speed, surpassing traditional standards. This advanced Cup Tray Pulp Molding Machine is ideal for producing a variety of products, including egg trays, fruit trays, drinking cup trays, bottle trays, and more, with outstanding precision and efficiency.
Cup tray production can also utilize recycled materials such as waste paper boxes, old books, newspapers, book trimmings, recycled egg trays, and other paper waste, making it an eco-friendly and sustainable solution.
Coffee Cup Tray Making Machine Specification
| Model | ZMDTF3-1 | ZMDTF4-1 | ZMDT3-4 | BTF-4-4 | ZMDT3-8 | ZMDT4-8 | ZMDT-5-8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Production capacity(pieces/h) | 1000 | 1500 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 4000 | 5000 |
| Forming mould quantity | 3 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 32 | 40 | 60 |
| Total power (kw) | 34 | 41.2 | 53.7 | 57 | 90 | 150 | 153 |
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Electricity consumption (kw/h) (70% of the total power) |
23.8 | 28.84 | 37.59 | 39.9 | 63 | 105 | 107.1 |
| Labor force | 3-5 | 4-6 | 4-6 | 4-6 | 5-7 | 5-7 | 5-7 |
Coffee Cup Tray Machine Mold
Final Products
2, 4 cup carrier trays
Features of AGICO Cup Tray Machine
- Precision Engineering: The rotary forming machine features a one-piece drum construction, ensuring seamless and efficient processing. Crafted entirely from stainless steel and precision-machined with CNC technology, it minimizes welding errors, resulting in superior product quality and enhanced precision during assembly and transfer. This integrated design streamlines the alignment of the forming and transfer molds, significantly reducing setup time.
- Reliable Performance: Designed for smooth and user-friendly operation, the system combines mechanical efficiency with thoughtful ergonomics. A single motor powers both the forming machine and drying line, ensuring consistent and reliable performance. With reduced downtime and minimal maintenance needs, the system supports uninterrupted production. Additionally, the drying line is equipped with a spacious, easily accessible door for added operational convenience.
- Strength and Durability: The mold platen is constructed using full-piece casting, delivering exceptional durability, extended service life, and optimal performance, even under demanding production conditions.
- Cost Efficiency: By recycling heat from the dryer to preheat products, the system minimizes deformation in the final output. This approach not only enhances product quality but also conserves energy, improving overall operational efficiency.
Working Process of Cup Carrier Production Line
Pulping making system
The paper coffee cup tray production line utilizes a variety of raw materials, including waste paper, newspapers, magazines, and corrugated cartons. These materials are broken down into fibrous slurry through the addition of water in a hydraulic pulper. During this process, the slurry is vibrated to remove impurities, with sand and other debris being loosened and separated.
Once impurities are removed, the pulp is transferred to a refiner for beating and refining. At this stage, additives and color pigments can be incorporated based on customer specifications. The mixture is then thoroughly stirred to ensure uniformity, creating a slurry of the appropriate concentration.
This prepared slurry is stored in the supply tank, ready for use by the pulp molding machine in the subsequent production phase. As a critical component of the pulp molding system, this process directly impacts the formation and quality of the final cup trays.
Forming system
The forming system is a critical step in the production of pulp-molded cup trays, significantly influencing product quality, breakage rate, energy consumption, and overall production efficiency. Using the widely acclaimed AGICO Rotary Cup Tray Machine as an example, this process is explained as follows:
The AGICO forming machine is available in various configurations, including 4-face, 6-face, 8-face, and 12-face options. It is compatible with a range of customizable molds, such as egg tray molds, fruit tray molds, and cup holder molds, which can be easily replaced based on production needs.
The pulp molding machine operates primarily on vacuum suction filtration technology. The prepared slurry from the supply tank is delivered to the forming machine, where the process begins. Through vacuum suction, pulp fibers are uniformly deposited on the surface of the forming die. The material is then compressed between the forming die and the transfer die to create a wet embryo of the tray.
During the vacuum suction process, a significant amount of moisture is removed, and the forming cycle typically takes 3 to 7 seconds. At this stage, while the wet embryo lacks hardness, it has already achieved the basic shape and structure of the final product.
Drying system
Once the cup carriers are formed, the wet cup carrier embryos are transferred to a conveyor belt using a transfer mold. In the drying phase, hot air is evenly blown across the surface of the pulp-molded products to remove moisture through evaporation.
This process ensures that the products are thoroughly dried, preparing them for the next steps. After drying, the products move seamlessly to the automatic stacking and shrink packaging stage, completing the production process efficiently.
Hotpress system
After molding, the wet cartons are automatically transferred to the hot press section. In this stage, the hot press machine applies both heat and pressure simultaneously.
Using heated molds or plates, the machine ensures the cartons dry quickly while retaining their intended shape. The pressing action further guarantees that the cartons achieve the desired thickness, strength, and durability, ensuring high-quality results for the final product.
