{"id":6907,"date":"2026-09-22T09:54:28","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T01:54:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plasticrecyclingmachinery.com\/?p=6907"},"modified":"2026-09-22T11:01:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T03:01:34","slug":"egg-tray-machine-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plasticrecyclingmachinery.com\/tr\/egg-tray-machine-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does an Egg Tray Machine Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are planning to start an egg tray manufacturing business, one of the first questions you may have is: How much does an egg tray machine cost?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no single price for every egg tray machine. The total investment depends on several factors, including production capacity, forming machine configuration, pulp preparation system, drying method, mold type, and level of automation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this reason, two egg tray production lines with different configurations can have quite different prices. Understanding these factors can help you choose a machine according to your actual production requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Affects the Cost of an Egg Tray Making Machine?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An egg tray production line usually includes several processes, such as waste paper pulping, pulp preparation, tray forming, dewatering, drying, stacking, and packing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The equipment required for each process can affect the total investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Production Capacity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Production capacity is one of the main factors affecting the cost of an egg tray making machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, a customer who needs around 1,000\u20131,500 trays per hour may choose a smaller forming machine, while a customer targeting 2,500\u20133,000 trays per hour may need a larger forming system and a higher-capacity drying system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A higher production capacity usually means more forming molds, greater pulp processing capacity, and a larger drying capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, it is better to determine your target output before selecting a machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1500 pcs\/h egg tray molding machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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2500-3000 pcs\/h egg tray manufacturing machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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6000-7000 pcs\/h automatic egg tray machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

2. Pulp Preparation Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Egg trays are made from waste paper pulp, so the pulp preparation process is also important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A typical system may include a pulper<\/a><\/strong> and other pulp preparation equipment. The waste paper is first mixed with water and processed into pulp before being prepared for the forming process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The required pulp preparation capacity should match the forming machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the forming machine has a high production capacity but the pulp preparation system is too small, it may become a production bottleneck.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Pulp Production System<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

3. Forming Machine Configuration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The egg tray forming machine<\/a><\/strong> is the main part of the egg tray production process. Different configurations can produce different numbers of trays during each forming cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, configurations such as 3\u00d71, 4\u00d71, 3\u00d74, 4\u00d74, and 6\u00d78 can be used according to different production requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The numbers describe the arrangement of molds on the forming system. A 3\u00d71 configuration, for example, uses three molds on one board, while a 4\u00d74 configuration uses four boards with four molds on each board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The appropriate configuration depends on the required capacity, product size, and production plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3×1 egg tray machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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4×1 egg tray forming machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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4×4 egg tray molding machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

4. Drying System<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The kurutma sistemi<\/a><\/strong> is another important part of the investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freshly formed paper egg trays contain a significant amount of moisture and need to be dried before they can be packed and sold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the production capacity, local climate, available space, and project requirements, different drying methods can be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Natural Drying<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

For smaller production projects and areas with suitable weather conditions, natural drying can be an option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It requires less drying equipment, but it needs sufficient space and suitable weather conditions. Production can also be affected by rain, humidity, and seasonal changes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Natural sun drying<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Drying Box<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A drying box is suitable for egg tray production where the formed trays are manually placed inside the drying chamber for drying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compared with natural drying, a drying box can reduce the impact of weather conditions on production. After forming, the wet egg trays are placed inside the drying box and dried using hot air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This method generally requires a lower investment than a large continuous metal drying line, making it suitable for some small- and medium-scale egg tray production projects.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Egg Tray Drying Box<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Brick Drying System<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A brick drying system can provide a dedicated drying area for egg trays. It can be considered for projects that require a more controlled drying process without using a large metal drying line.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Brick-built drying<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Metal Drying Line<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

For higher-capacity production, a metal drying line can be used to continuously transport and dry the formed egg trays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The metal drying system generally requires a higher initial investment, but it can be suitable when the customer needs continuous production and has a higher output target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, when comparing egg tray machine prices, it is important to compare the complete drying solution, rather than looking only at the forming machine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Multi-Layer Metal Egg Tray Drying System<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

5. Egg Tray Molds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The mold is another factor that can affect the machine configuration and investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Different customers may need different egg tray sizes or product designs. For example, molds can be designed for different numbers of eggs or customized according to the customer’s requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to produce different pulp-molded products, such as egg trays, egg boxes, fruit trays, or cup trays, additional molds may also be required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, before ordering an egg tray machine, it is useful to confirm:<\/p>\n\n\n\n