Quail Egg Tray Machine | Automatic Pulp Molding Production Line

The quail egg tray machine uses recycled paper—such as old newspapers and cardboard boxes—as raw material to produce eco-friendly pulp-molded packaging products. Through processes including pulping, vacuum molding, drying, and hot pressing, waste paper is transformed into egg trays with cushioning and protective properties.

In actual production, the equipment pulps the waste paper with water at a ratio of approximately 1:10. A pulp adjustment system then stabilizes the concentration at 3%–5% to ensure uniform molding. The finished product has a moisture content of approximately 60%–70% and forms a stable structure after drying.

The line’s production capacity ranges from 1,000 to 7,000 pieces per hour, making it suitable for egg packaging plants of various sizes as well as export-oriented manufacturers. According to industry data, 1 metric ton of waste paper can produce approximately 12,000–15,000 egg trays, offering significant economic value and environmental benefits.

Raw materials and paper tray finished products

The quail egg tray machine uses waste paper, old newspapers, and cardboard boxes as its primary raw materials. After thorough pulping through the pulping system, a uniform pulp is formed that can be used in production without the need for complex pretreatment.

• Raw materials: waste paper, old newspapers, waste cardboard boxes.
• Auxiliary materials: clean water, eco-friendly additives (optional).
• Finished product types: quail egg trays, chicken egg trays, fruit trays, coffee coasters, and other pulp-molded products.
• Product features: lightweight, breathable, high compressive strength, biodegradable, and eco-friendly.

Standard egg tray sizes:

• 30-egg standard tray: dimensions 29.5 × 29.5 cm, depth 46 mm.
• Compatible egg diameters: common sizes include 43 mm, 44 mm, 45 mm, 46 mm, 48 mm (standard), 49 mm, 50 mm, and 52 mm (large).
• Each egg tray weighs 65–75 g and features a sturdy construction capable of supporting the weight of an adult.

Recycled paper egg tray machine application areas

Products manufactured by quail egg tray machines are widely used across multiple industries:

• Quail farms / egg farms
• Egg sorting and packaging centers
• Agricultural product wholesale markets
• Fresh produce e-commerce and cold-chain logistics companies
• Supermarkets and retail outlets
• Export packaging industry

Matching molds of the automatic paper tray machine

The quail egg tray machine can be customized with mold systems to accommodate different specifications, enabling diversified production:

Mold types

• Plastic molds: standard 30-egg trays, highly versatile
• Aluminum molds: suitable for high-strength and irregularly shaped trays
• Hybrid plastic-aluminum molds: dual optimization for slurry absorption and structural integrity

Mold specifications

• Stainless steel mesh body
• Service life: approximately 2+ years
• Customizable molds for high-density quail egg arrangements
• Supports mixed specifications of chicken eggs and quail eggs

Complete production line and supporting equipment

The complete production process for quail egg trays is as follows:

Waste paper → Pulping (1:10) → Pulp conditioning (3%–5% concentration) → Vacuum suction molding → Dewatering and demolding → Drying and setting → Packaging and storage

The entire quail egg tray machine production line consists of three core systems:

Pulping system

Includes a pulper, pulp mixing tank, pulp supply tank, vibrating screen, and pulp feed pump. This system is responsible for shredding waste paper, filtering it, and homogenizing the pulp.

Molding system

Composed of a vacuum molding machine, mold system, vacuum pump, and air compressor. This system performs pulp vacuum molding and demolding/transfer, serving as the core process of the entire production line.

Drying system

Depending on production capacity, options include natural air drying, box-type drying, brick kiln drying, or multi-layer metal drying lines. Specific details are shown in the table below:

Drying Method	Suitable Capacity	Drying Time	Temperature	Equipment 特征
Natural Drying	1000-2000 pcs/h	2-3 h (30-35℃ environment)	Depends on ambient temperature	Zero energy consumption, low investment cost, but requires large space and is affected by weather conditions
Box Dryer	1000-2000 pcs/h	30-40 min	180-200℃	Small footprint, not affected by weather, suitable for small and medium-sized production lines
Brick Drying Line	Above 2000 pcs/h	About 15 min	180-200℃	Drying tunnel length of 40-70 m, high automation and suitable for continuous production
Multi-layer Metal Dryer	Above 5000 pcs/h	About 25 min	180-200℃	6-layer structure, only about 18 m long, energy- saving, highly automated, and suitable for large- scale production

For high-quality products, a hot-press shaping process can also be added. Secondary shaping is performed at a high temperature of approximately 200°C and a pressure of 20 metric tons, resulting in a smoother surface and a denser structure.

Other auxiliary equipment includes automatic palletizers, balers, and mold washers.

Quail egg carton machine models and specifications

模型	容量	力量	电压	重量	Paper 消耗	水 消耗	Size
SL-1000-3X1	1000 pcs/h	38 kW	380V 50Hz	2500 kg	80 kg/h	160 kg/h	2600×2200×1900 mm
SL-1500-4X1	1500 pcs/h	38 kW	380V 50Hz	3000 kg	120公斤/小时	240 kg/h	2800×2200×1900 mm
SL-2500-3X4	2500 pcs/h	55 kW	380V 50Hz	4000 kg	200 kg/h	400 kg/h	2900×1800×1800 mm
SL-3000-4X4	3000 pcs/h	60 kW	380V 50Hz	4800 kg	240 kg/h	480 kg/h	3250×1800×1800 mm
SL-4000-4X8	4000 pcs/h	95 kW	380V 50Hz	7000 kg	320 kg/h	640 kg/h	3250×2300×2500 mm
SL-5000-5X8	5000 pcs/h	95 kW	380V 50Hz	8000 kg	400 kg/h	800 kg/h	3700×2300×2500 mm
SL-7000-6X8	7000 pcs/h	120 kW	380V 50Hz	10000 kg	480 kg/h	960 kg/h	3200×2300×2500 mm

Why choose our quail egg tray machine?

• With multiple models offering capacities ranging from 1,000 to 7,000 pieces per hour, we meet the automated production needs of small, medium, and large-scale operations.
• The integrated operation—including pulp mixing, molding, drying, and packaging—effectively reduces labor costs.
• High-precision molds ensure uniform pulp absorption. Finished products are free of burrs and deformation, with more stable compressive strength.
• Simply by changing the mold, you can produce quail egg trays, chicken egg trays, fruit trays, coffee coasters, and other products.
• Utilizes recycled waste paper and is equipped with a water recycling system; finished products are biodegradable and recyclable.
• Mold sizes, product specifications, colors, and drying methods can be customized to meet your needs.

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If you are looking for high-capacity, customizable, and export-standard pulp molding equipment, we can provide you with a complete production line solution and factory layout design.

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