Our egg tray production line is designed for customers who want to turn waste paper into molded paper egg trays. We provide complete equipment from pulping and forming to drying and stacking, and can configure the line according to your required capacity, factory space, and drying conditions. With different forming machine models and drying methods available, we can help you build a practical egg tray production solution rather than simply supplying individual machines.
In addition to egg trays, our molded pulp forming equipment can also produce a variety of paper pulp products, including egg cartons, cup holders, fruit trays, and more. Based on your product type, size, and production capacity requirements, we can customize the corresponding molds to help you build an egg tray production line that better fits your actual production needs.
What Is an Egg Tray Production Line?
An egg tray manufacturing plant is a complete system for manufacturing molded paper egg trays from waste paper.
The line processes waste paper into pulp, forms the pulp into egg trays, removes moisture, and dries the finished products before stacking and packing.
A typical production process is:
Waste Paper → Pulping → Pulp Mixing → Egg Tray Forming → Dewatering → Drying → Stacking → Packing
Different sections can be configured according to the required production capacity and customer’s factory conditions.
How Does an Egg Tray Manufacturing Plant Work?
1. Waste Paper Pulping
Waste paper is first added to the pulper together with water.
ال pulper machine breaks the paper into pulp, which is then transferred to the pulp tank through a pump.
An agitator keeps the pulp evenly mixed before it enters the forming section.
Common raw materials can include waste paper, newspapers, cardboard, and other suitable waste paper materials.
2. Egg Tray Forming
The prepared pulp is pumped into the egg tray forming machine.
The forming machine uses vacuum suction to make the pulp attach to the forming molds. At the same time, part of the water is removed from the pulp.
The molds then form the pulp into the required egg tray shape.
Different mold configurations are available for different production capacities.
Model Specifications for Egg Tray Molding Machines
The model number of the egg tray forming machine describes the mold arrangement.
For example:
- 3×1 means there are 3 molds on one board.
- 4×1 means there are 4 molds on one board.
- 4×4 means there are 4 boards, with 4 molds on each board.
- 6×8 means there are 8 boards, with 6 molds on each board.
The larger the mold arrangement, the higher the production capacity can generally be.
Egg Tray Production Line Capacity
Different models can be selected according to your required output.
| Egg Tray Machine | Approx. Capacity |
| 3×1 | 1,000 pcs/h |
| 4×1 | 1,500 pcs/h |
| 3×4 | 2,500 pcs/h |
| 4×4 | 3,000 pcs/h |
| 4×8 | 4,000 pcs/h |
| 5×8 | 5,000 pcs/h |
| 6×8 | 7,000 pcs/h |
These capacities are reference values. The actual output can vary according to raw materials, product specifications, operating conditions, and machine configuration.
If you already know your target output, you can tell us how many egg trays you want to produce per hour, and we can recommend a suitable machine model.
Egg Tray Drying System
Drying is an important part of an egg tray production line.
Freshly formed egg trays still contain considerable moisture and need to be dried before stacking and packing.
We can provide different drying methods according to the customer’s production capacity, factory space, local climate, and available fuel.
Sun Drying
For small production projects and areas with suitable weather conditions, natural sun drying can be used.
Wet egg trays are placed on trays and drying racks and then dried using sunlight and natural air.
The main advantage is that no heating fuel is required.
However, this method requires a large drying area and is affected by weather conditions.
Egg Tray Drying Box
An egg tray drying box provides an enclosed drying environment.
Wet trays are placed on carts and moved into the drying box for heating.
This method requires less outdoor space than natural drying and is less affected by rain or cloudy weather.
It is suitable for customers who want a relatively simple drying solution without building a long drying tunnel.
Metal Egg Tray Drying Line
For customers with higher production capacity or limited outdoor drying space, a metal drying line can be used.
The egg trays move through multiple drying layers, making better use of vertical factory space.
This solution is suitable for continuous production and can be matched with different egg tray forming machine models.
Brick-Built Drying System
A brick-built drying system uses a longer drying tunnel constructed according to the customer’s factory layout.
The wet egg trays enter the tunnel through a conveyor and are dried continuously.
Depending on local conditions, the heating system can use coal, wood, natural gas, or diesel.
This solution can be considered for medium and large-scale egg tray production projects with sufficient installation space.
Egg Tray Stacking and Packing
After drying, the egg trays are ready for stacking.
A stacking machine can collect and arrange the finished egg trays into neat piles, reducing manual handling.
For customers who require further automation, a packing machine can also be added after stacking.
This makes the complete production process:
Pulping → Forming → Drying → Stacking → Packing
The final configuration depends on your production capacity and the level of automation you need.
What Equipment Is Included in an Egg Tray Production Line?
A complete egg tray production line can include:
1. Pulping Section
- Waste paper pulper
- Pulp pump
- Pulp tank
- Agitator
2. Forming Section
- Egg tray forming machine
- Vacuum pump
- Air compressor
- Molds
3. Drying Section
- Drying box
- Metal drying line
- Brick-built drying system
- Or natural drying equipment
4. Finishing Section
- Hot pressing machine
- Egg tray stacking machine
- Packing machine
Not every customer needs all of these machines.
For example, a small project may use a simple forming machine with natural drying, while a larger project may require a forming machine, automatic drying system, stacking machine, and packing equipment.
How to Choose an Egg Tray Production Line?
Before selecting equipment, we recommend considering several practical factors.
1. Production Capacity
First, determine how many egg trays you need to produce per hour.
For example, if your target is around 1,000–1,500 pcs/h, a 3×1 or 4×1 machine may be suitable.
For higher production requirements, larger models such as 4×4, 4×8, 5×8, or 6×8 can be considered.
2. Factory Space
Your available factory space affects both the forming machine and drying system.
A natural drying system requires more open space.
A multi-layer metal drying line can make better use of limited floor space.
If you already have a factory, you can send us its length, width, and height, and we can consider the equipment layout based on the available space.
3. Local Climate
Climate is particularly important when choosing the drying method.
If your area has plenty of sunshine and relatively stable weather, natural drying can be considered.
For areas with frequent rain or high humidity, a heated drying system may be more practical.
4. Available Fuel
For heated drying systems, the available local fuel should also be considered.
Common options include:
- Coal
- Wood
- Natural gas
- Diesel
Choosing a locally available fuel can make the drying system easier to operate.
Why Choose Our Egg Tray Manufacturing Plant?
As an equipment manufacturer, we focus on configuring the egg tray production line according to the customer’s actual requirements.
- Complete Production Solution: We can provide equipment covering the main stages from pulping, forming, and drying to stacking and packing. You do not have to purchase every section separately from different suppliers.
- Different Machine Capacities: From small 3×1 and 4×1 models to larger 4×4, 4×8, 5×8, and 6×8 models, there are different options for different production requirements.
- Flexible Drying Options: We can configure natural drying, drying boxes, metal drying lines, or brick-built drying systems according to your local conditions.
- Customized Project Planning: Your production capacity, factory dimensions, local voltage, fuel, and drying conditions can all be considered when preparing the equipment configuration.
- Practical After-Sales Support: We can provide installation guidance and technical support to help customers complete the equipment installation and production setup.
What Products Can an Egg Tray Production Line Make?
The main product is the standard molded paper egg tray.
By changing the molds, the same type of pulp molding technology can also be used for other molded pulp products, such as:
- Egg cartons
- Fruit trays
- Bottle trays
- Cup holders
- Seedling nutrition pots
- Industrial protective packaging
- Other molded pulp packaging
The suitable machine and mold depend on the product shape, size, and production requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions of Our Egg Tray Machine
What raw materials can be used to make egg trays?
Common paper-based raw materials include waste paper, newspapers, cardboard, and other suitable waste paper materials.
The actual raw material should be evaluated according to its quality and fiber characteristics.
How much space does an egg tray production line need?
There is no single standard size.
The required space depends on the forming machine model, drying method, production capacity, and layout.
If you send us your factory dimensions, we can help plan the equipment layout.
Can I use natural drying?
Yes.
Natural drying can be considered when the local climate is suitable and enough drying space is available.
For rainy or humid areas, a heated drying system may be more suitable.
Can the production line be customized?
Yes.
The forming machine model, mold configuration, drying method, stacking equipment, and packing equipment can be selected according to your requirements.
Do you provide a complete egg tray production line?
Yes. We can provide equipment for the main production stages, including pulping, forming, drying, stacking, and packing.
The exact equipment configuration depends on your required capacity and project conditions.
Build the Right Egg Tray Production Line for Your Project
A suitable egg tray production line should match your production target, factory space, drying conditions, and local operating environment.
For a small project, a simple forming machine with natural drying or a drying box may be enough.
For larger production, a complete system with an automatic drying line, stacking, and packing equipment can be considered.
We can help you select the appropriate egg tray forming machine, drying system, and supporting equipment based on your actual requirements.
Planning an egg tray production project?
Send us your required capacity, factory dimensions, egg tray type, local voltage, and available fuel. We can recommend a suitable production line configuration for your project.