Shuliy small egg tray making machine can use waste paper, such as books, magazines, A4 paper, waste paper trays, cardboard, etc., as raw materials to mix and pulp with water, and can produce industrial packaging products such as egg trays, egg boxes, and coffee trays. Our egg tray production line, which has a capacity of 1,000–1,500 units per hour, requires only 1 to 3 operators for daily operation and maintenance.
For small-scale production needs, Shuliy offers two models of equipment: SL-3*1 (1,000 units per hour) and SL-4*1 (1,500 units per hour). Both models have a rated power of 38 kW and are well-suited for the planning and implementation of small- to medium-sized egg tray production projects.
How Does a Small Egg Tray Making Machine Work?
The Egg Tray Making Machine uses pulp molding technology to transform waste paper into egg trays and other molded pulp packaging products. The production process includes pulping, pulp preparation, vacuum molding, demolding, drying, and finished product collection.
- Pulp Preparation: Waste paper is mixed with water in a pulping machine and stirred until it forms a uniform pulp mixture.
- Pulp Screening and Mixing: The pulp passes through a vibrating screen to remove impurities. Its concentration is then adjusted to ensure consistent molding quality before it enters the forming system.
- Vacuum Molding: The forming molds are immersed in the pulp mixture, and a vacuum system draws the pulp onto the mold surfaces. The fibers gradually build up to form the required egg tray shape.
- Demolding and Transfer: Once the trays reach the required shape, they are released from the molds through a transfer mechanism or pneumatic system and moved to the drying section.
- Egg Tray Drying: The wet trays are dried using a suitable drying method, such as a metal drying machine, drying room, or brick kiln system. Proper drying helps the trays maintain their strength and shape.
- Finished Product Collection: After drying, the egg trays are collected, stacked, and prepared for packaging, storage, and delivery.
Key Advantages of the Small Egg Tray Making Machine
- Versatile Product Applications: Produce a wide range of molded pulp products, including egg trays, fruit trays, shoe inserts, bottle packaging, and industrial protective packaging.
- Multiple Drying Options: Support natural air drying, brick-kiln drying, and multi-layer metal drying systems.
- Flexible Production Capacity: Available in different models, with hourly output ranging from 1000 to 6,000 pieces depending on the configuration.
- Eco-Friendly Raw Materials: Recyclable waste paper, newspapers, and similar materials are used as feedstock to manufacture molded pulp products.
- Reliable After-Sales Support: Include lifecycle technical assistance and equipment warranty.
- Flexible Automation Levels: Offers both semi-automatic and fully automatic production line configurations, using vacuum suction molding technology.
- Cost-Effective Manufacturing: Rely on widely available, recyclable raw materials to help reduce material expenses and overall production costs.
- International Trade Support: Accommodate various international trade terms and payment methods to facilitate overseas transactions.
Small Egg Tray Making Machine Parameters
The SL-3×1 and SL-4×1 egg tray making machines differ mainly in production capacity, machine dimensions, weight, and material consumption. Buyers can compare the following specifications to identify a suitable model for their business.
| Vipimo | SL-3×1 | SL-4×1 |
| Mfano | SL-3×1 | SL-4×1 |
| Uwezo | 1,000 pcs/h | 1,500 pcs/h |
| Rated power | 38 kW | 38 kW |
| Voltage | 380 V / 50 Hz | 380 V / 50 Hz |
| Uzito | 2,500 kg | 3,000 kg |
| Main machine dimensions | 2600 × 2200 × 1900 mm | 2800 × 2200 × 1900 mm |
| Waste paper consumption | 80 kg/h | 120 kg/h |
| Water consumption | 160 kg/h | 240 kg/h |
| Drying method | Fan drying / drying room | Fan drying / drying room |
What Raw Materials Can Be Used?
The small egg tray making machine mainly uses waste paper as its raw material, helping turn recyclable paper into molded pulp packaging. Common materials include waste newspapers, old cartons, used office paper, and other recyclable paper products. After pulping and mixing with water, the paper fibers form a slurry that can be molded into different packaging shapes.
Drying Methods for the Small Egg Tray Making Machine
Metal Drying Machine
Uses a metal drying machine to heat and dry materials, suitable for continuous and large-scale production.
Sun Drying or Drying Room
Materials can be dried naturally under the sun or in a drying room.
Brick Kiln Drying
Uses heat from a brick kiln to dry materials.
Small Egg Tray Making Machine Shipped to Senegal
Although some overseas customers prioritize purchasing equipment locally due to factors such as transportation costs, Shuliy Machinery has won the trust of many domestic and international customers thanks to its reliable equipment quality and professional service.
In 2026, Shuliy successfully supplied a set of egg tray production equipment to a customer in Senegal, with a designed capacity of 1,000 pieces per hour. The order included core machinery such as a pulping machine, an air compressor, and an egg tray forming machine. Additionally, professional technical guidance was provided to help the client master equipment operation and production processes, ensuring they are well-prepared to launch their egg tray manufacturing business.
Shuliy Machinery: Your Trusted Egg Tray Production Partner
With over a decade of experience, Shuliy specializes in small egg tray making machines, offering professional equipment solutions from machine configuration to production line planning. Our products have been exported to countries across Africa, Asia, and South America, earning customers’ trust through reliable quality and professional service.
For businesses handling waste paper, our vertical waste paper baler can also help compress and prepare recyclable paper materials for easier storage and transportation.
Contact Shuliy today to find the right equipment for your business.