Hengxing Blister Machinery (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd

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This page covers plastic thermoformed egg trays: rigid trays formed from PP, PS or PET sheet, the type used for retail egg cartons, branded trays and washable returnable trays. Both products are sold under the same search term, and the two machines share almost nothing. Getting that distinction right before you request a quotation saves months. H2 One Search Term, Two Industries The confusion is understandable. Both products hold eggs, both are called egg trays, and both are produced "automatically". The processes are unrelated. Molded pulp starts with waste paper and water. The pulp is drawn onto wire mesh molds by vacuum, the wet shape is released onto a conveyor, and the trays are dried in a long oven. The tooling is mesh, the output is fibrous, and the whole line is dominated by the drying stage, which is why pulp lines are long and energy-heavy. Plastic thermoforming starts with plastic sheet on a roll. The sheet is heated until it softens, formed over or into a metal mold by vacuum and air pressure, then cut from the sheet and stacked. There is no drying stage and no water in the process. The tooling is an aluminium mold, and the output is a rigid plastic tray with a defined wall thickness. Molded pulp Plastic thermoformed Raw material Waste paper + water PP / PS / PET sheet Forming Vacuum onto wire mesh Heat + vacuum and pressure Tooling Mesh mold Aluminium mold Post-process Oven drying Cutting and stacking Output look Fibrous, matte, grey-brown Rigid, opaque or clear Typical use Bulk egg transport Retail cartons, branded and washable trays Machine type Pulp molding line Thermoforming machine If your requirement is the left column, stop here — that is a genuine and useful product, but it is not what HengXing builds. If it is the right column, the rest of this page is for you. H2 What a Plastic Egg Tray Line Produces Four formats cover most of the market, and one machine with interchangeable molds can run all of them: 30 eggs, 5 × 6 grid — The bulk transport tray. No lid. Designed to stack on corner lugs so that loaded trays bear load through the posts rather than through the eggs. 20 eggs, 4 × 5 grid — The bulk tray for smaller runs and for grading lines that pack by weight band rather than by fixed count. 10 eggs, 2 × 5 grid — The retail carton. Hinged lid formed in the same cycle, with side locking tabs and a label area on the lid face. 6 eggs, 2 × 3 grid — The retail carton for premium and specialty packs. The design details matter more than the outline. A tray that looks right on a drawing but performs badly in a grading line usually has one of these wrong: Egg posts between cells — they carry the stack load. Too thin and they fold under a full pallet. Cushioning ribs at the base of each cell — they absorb shock in transit and stop shell contact with the tray floor. Ventilation slots — needed for rapid cooling after washing and for airflow in cold storage. Denest ribs — stop empty trays locking into each other when they come off the stacker. Stacking lugs — set the loaded stack height and keep columns vertical on a pallet. Hinge and locking tabs on retail cartons — a hinge formed too thin cracks on the first open. These are mold decisions, not machine decisions, but they are made at the same time as the machine specification. That is why sending only a machine enquiry without the tray drawing tends to produce a quotation you cannot use. H2 Material Choice: PS, PET or PP Egg trays are usually one of three materials, and the choice is driven by the sales channel rather than by the machine. PS (polystyrene) — The lowest-cost option. Opaque, rigid, forms cleanly at thin gauges. It is the standard choice for bulk transport trays where the buyer never sees the tray and price decides the order. PET — Clear, so the product is visible, which suits retail and branded eggs. It also shows defects: cracks and thin spots become visible under candling, which is either an advantage (quality control) or a problem (rejects), depending on your process control. PP (polypropylene) — Tougher, and tolerant of washing. The right material for reusable and returnable tray programmes, where the tray has to survive multiple trips and a wash cycle rather than a single journey. All three run on the same machine with different heating and forming settings. The practical constraint is not the material list but whether the machine's heating zones and recipe storage can hold a stable profile per material — switching between PS and PP without zone control means re-tuning the line by trial and error every time. H2 How the Line Runs Sheet infeed → Heating → Forming → Cutting → Stacking The sheet is indexed from the roll into the heating section, where it is brought to forming temperature. It then moves to the forming station, where vacuum draws it onto the mold and positive air pressure from above presses it into the cavity detail — the egg posts and cushioning ribs are exactly the kind of fine detail that pressure forming reproduces and vacuum-only forming rounds off. After forming, the tools close on the sheet and cut the trays free. The finished trays are counted and stacked at the end of the line. Because egg trays are shallow — a standard 30-egg tray is typically 60–70 mm deep — the forming depth is rarely the constraint. The constraint is how many tray cavities fit in the forming area, because that number multiplies directly into output. H2 Machine Specification (HX-6575) Parameter Value Model HX-6575 Stations 4, positive and negative pressure Forming area (max) 650 × 750 mm Forming area (min) 400 × 450 mm Forming height 150 mm Cutting / punching area 650 × 750 mm Cutting force 60 T Sheet width 510 – 760 mm Sheet thickness 0.15 – 2.0 mm Production speed 10 – 35 molds/min Heating 4-section upper and lower furnace Control system MCGS colour touch screen, recipe storage, remote monitoring Mold cooling Circulating water Air supply ≥ 5.5 m³/min, 0.6 – 0.8 MPa Dimensions L 11.5 × W 3.31 × H 3.22 m Operating weight 13 T Materials PET, PP, PC, PS, PVC, BOPS, PLA, corn starch Certification CE Three figures worth reading carefully. 150 mm forming height against a 60–70 mm tray leaves substantial headroom. That headroom is what lets the same machine run lidded retail cartons and deeper specialty trays without changing platform. 650 × 750 mm forming area is the number that sets your output, because it determines the cavity count. 117 kW rated furnace, 30–50% actual draw is the number that sets your running cost. Egg trays are thin-wall work, so the furnace rarely runs at nameplate — but the installed capacity still has to be there for the first minutes of a cold start. H2 Working Out the Output You Actually Need The arithmetic is simple, and most quotations do not show it: Trays per hour = cavities per cycle × cycles per minute × 60 An illustration, using a hypothetical 2 × 2 layout — four 30-egg trays per cycle: At 15 cycles per minute: 4 × 15 × 60 = 3,600 trays per hour At 10 cycles per minute: 4 × 10 × 60 = 2,400 trays per hour The same machine, the same mold, a 50% difference in output. The variable is cycle time at your actual sheet thickness, not the headline molds-per-minute figure printed in a brochure. This is also why the cavity layout is worth engineering properly before the mold is cut. Going from four cavities to six raises output by half without touching the machine — but only if the tray footprint allows it and the wall thickness still holds at the corners. That trade-off is decided on the drawing, not on the shop floor. Note: the figures above are an arithmetic illustration, not a quoted capacity. Actual cavity count depends on your tray dimensions and mold layout, and we calculate it from your drawing. H2 The Cost Question Buyers Ask Last Egg trays sell at a low unit price, so the only thing that matters economically is cost per thousand trays. Two inputs dominate it: Material weight per tray. Thin-wall forming saves material on every single tray, multiplied by millions. But you can only reduce wall thickness if the wall is even — uneven walls mean thin corners that crack in the grading line, and the rejects cost more than the material saved. Downtime between formats. A plant running 30-egg bulk trays in the morning and 10-egg retail cartons in the afternoon loses money on every hour of changeover. Recipe storage and automatic mold locking turn that from hours into minutes. Comparing machines on purchase price alone hides both of these. Comparing them on cost per thousand trays at your cavity count, your wall thickness and your format mix is the only comparison that holds. H2 What to Send for a Quotation Six things let us answer with a configuration and a cycle time rather than a price range: Tray drawing or a physical sample Egg count and grid layout (30 / 20 / 10 / 6) Material — PS, PET or PP Sheet thickness you intend to run Target output per shift, or per hour Whether you need retail cartons with hinged lids With those, we can tell you the cavity layout that fits the forming area, the cycle time at your wall thickness, and the auxiliary equipment — chiller, compressor, granulator — sized to match. HengXing Blister Machinery (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. Website: https://www.hxblistermachine.com/ Email: hxmachinery@outlook.com WhatsApp: +86 180 3814 9443

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What It Changes for Plastic Fruit Tray Producers. On 12 August 2026, Regulation (EU) 2025/40 — the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation — began to apply across the European Union. Unlike the directive it replaced, it binds every member state directly. There is no national transposition lag to hide behind. The central obligation is short: all packaging placed on the EU market must be designed for recycling. For most industries that is a procurement topic. For fruit tray producers it is a material specification. The tray is not packaging around a product — the tray is the packaging, it is single-use, it is food-contact, and it is made in volumes where a one-gram difference per unit decides the margin. Why fruit trays sit at the centre of the regulation Three of the PPWR's pressure points land on fruit trays at the same time. Design for recycling. A tray has to be sortable in a real recycling stream, not recyclable in theory. Trays pigmented with carbon black are effectively invisible to near-infrared sorting equipment, which is the reason black PS trays — long popular in berry and grape packaging because dark backgrounds make fruit colour read brighter — are now a liability rather than a design choice. Mono-material structure. A PP tray with a PP lid closes the loop. A PP tray with a PET lid, or a tray-plus-film combination built from two polymers, does not. The regulation does not ban multi-material packaging outright, but it makes it expensive to keep. Material reduction. Less material per tray means lower material cost and lower extended producer responsibility fees. It also means thinner walls — and a tray that buckles under stack load in a cold store is not a saving. None of these are abstract. Each one is decided somewhere between the sheet roll and the mold. What actually changed on the machine floor This is the part most compliance summaries skip. The regulation is written about packaging, but the constraints it creates are manufacturing constraints. 1. Mono-material capability became a machine question A line configured to run a PP tray and a PP lid from the same sheet specification is a different configuration from one built around PET bodies with PE lidding film. The difference is not cosmetic: heating profile, forming pressure, cooling time and cutting layout all move. Buyers who spent the last decade optimising for clarity are now asking for structural range instead. 2. PCR sheet behaves differently, and the oven has to know it Post-consumer recycled PP and PET arrive with wider variance in melt behaviour and thickness tolerance than virgin sheet. A single oven setpoint produces scrap on PCR: thin patches scorch, thick patches under-form, and the reject rate climbs until the operator widens the tolerance and the tray stops stacking. What handles this is independent zonal temperature control plus parameter memory — so a material changeover loads a stored recipe instead of being dialled in by feel. It is a small feature on a spec sheet and a large one on a reject report. 3. Down-gauging exposes the forming method Wall thickness distribution is where weight reduction is actually won or lost. Pure vacuum forming thins the corners of a deep tray and leaves the base heavy. Positive-negative pressure forming — vacuum on one side, controlled air pressure on the other — pulls material more evenly across the geometry, which is what allows a lighter tray to keep its stack strength. The regulation does not mention forming method. The weight target does. 4. PLA is formable, but it is not a drop-in Bio-based sheet runs on the same line within its own narrow temperature window and with different cooling requirements. It is a genuine option for producers targeting markets where bio-based content carries commercial weight — but it has to be engineered into the configuration, not added at the end of a quotation. The questions buyers ask now, and what they used to ask Three years ago Today What is the cycle time? What wall-thickness tolerance can it hold on PCR sheet? Can it run PET? Can it run a mono-material PP tray and lid set? What is the maximum forming area? What does a material changeover cost in scrap? How many cavities? How much can the tray weight come down without losing stack strength? What is the price? What documentation proves the line has actually run these grades? The last row is the one that separates suppliers. A specification sheet says what a machine is rated for. Running footage and a material log say what it has done. What no machine can promise No thermoforming machine carries a PPWR certificate. Certification attaches to packaging placed on the market, not to the equipment that made it. A supplier offering a "PPWR-compliant machine" is describing a document it has no authority to issue. What a machine determines is narrower and more useful: whether the packaging your mold produces is physically capable of meeting the requirement — a mono-material structure, a pigment that sorting equipment can see, a wall distribution that survives down-gauging, and a process window stable enough to run recycled sheet without a reject spiral. That capability is fixed at the point of configuration. It cannot be retrofitted by a compliance consultant afterwards. Where the machine and the mold have to be decided together Recyclability is usually designed at the tray, but it is executed at the mold. Cavity layout, draw depth, corner radii and the cutting line all set how material distributes — and material distribution is the number the recyclability target and the weight target both resolve to. This is why quoting a machine without the tray drawing produces an optimistic number. The forming area may be right and the tray may still fail, because the geometry asked for more material than the weight target allowed. HengXing has manufactured positive-negative pressure multi-station thermoforming lines since 1999, supplying machines, molds and auxiliary equipment as one configuration. For producers working through a recyclability redesign, the useful starting point is the tray drawing and the target weight — not the machine catalogue. If you are re-specifying a fruit tray line this year Send us the following and we will come back with a configuration rather than a price: Current tray drawing, or a sample with dimensions Current tray weight, and the target weight Material under consideration — PP, PET, PLA, or PCR grades Cavity count and target output per hour Whether a lid is part of the pack, and in which material Destination market, since EU, UK and non-EU requirements diverge Running footage on PP, PET and PLA is available on request. HengXing Blister Machinery (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.  Email: hxmachinery@outlook.com WhatsApp: +86 180 3814 9443 Reference: Regulation (EU) 2025/40 on packaging and packaging waste; applicable from 12 August 2026.

Automatic Thermoforming Machine for Plastic Fruit Trays and Fresh Produce Packaging HengXing Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine is designed for the high-efficiency production of plastic fruit trays, fresh produce trays, fruit packaging containers and customized food packaging products. The machine uses thermoforming technology to heat and form PP, PET, PS, PLA and other suitable plastic sheets into different shapes and sizes. Depending on the product and production requirements, the machine can integrate forming, cutting and stacking processes for efficient automatic production. It is suitable for manufacturers producing plastic fruit trays for strawberries, blueberries, grapes, cherries, tomatoes, peaches, apples and other fresh fruits and produce. What Fruit Trays Can Be Produced? HengXing thermoforming machines can be equipped with customized molds to produce different fruit packaging designs, including: Plastic fruit trays Fresh fruit trays Strawberry trays Blueberry trays Grape trays Cherry trays Tomato trays Peach and apple packaging trays Plastic fruit boxes Clamshell-style fruit packaging Multi-compartment fruit trays Supermarket fresh produce trays Different cavity layouts, tray dimensions, product heights and stacking arrangements can be customized according to the customer's product requirements. Suitable Materials for Fruit Tray Thermoforming The fruit tray thermoforming machine can process a variety of thermoforming plastic sheets, depending on the required product properties and application. PP PP is commonly used for lightweight and durable food packaging trays. It offers good impact resistance and is suitable for various fresh food and fruit packaging applications. PET PET provides good transparency and appearance, making it suitable for fruit packaging where product visibility is important. PS PS can be used for lightweight disposable trays and packaging applications where cost efficiency is important. PLA For customers looking for bio-based packaging solutions, suitable PLA sheets can be thermoformed into fruit and food packaging products according to material specifications. How Does a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine Work? A typical production process includes: Plastic Sheet Feeding → Heating → Thermoforming → Cutting → Stacking The plastic sheet is first fed into the machine and heated to the required forming temperature. The heated sheet is then formed over or into the customized mold. After forming, the finished trays are cut from the sheet and automatically stacked for collection and packaging. For high-volume production, automatic forming, cutting and stacking can significantly reduce manual handling and improve production consistency. Why Choose HengXing Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine? High-Efficiency Automatic Production The machine is designed for continuous production and can integrate forming, cutting and stacking according to the selected machine configuration. Customized Fruit Tray Molds Different fruit tray sizes, shapes, cavity numbers and packaging designs can be produced with customized thermoforming molds. Multiple Plastic Materials The machine can be configured for suitable PP, PET, PS, PLA and other thermoforming sheets according to the product requirements. Suitable for Fresh Produce Packaging The equipment is suitable for manufacturers producing trays and containers for strawberries, blueberries, grapes, cherries and other fresh produce. Servo-Driven Feeding and Precise Forming Servo-controlled feeding and forming systems can provide stable sheet positioning and repeatable production performance. Complete Thermoforming Solutions HengXing can provide thermoforming machines, customized molds and related auxiliary equipment to build a complete production solution according to the customer's product and capacity requirements. Fruit Packaging Applications HengXing thermoforming equipment can be used for various fresh produce and food packaging applications, including: Strawberry PackagingTransparent or customized plastic trays for strawberries and other small fruits. Blueberry PackagingMulti-cavity trays and containers designed for blueberry packaging. Grape PackagingPlastic trays and packaging containers for grapes and similar fresh produce. Cherry PackagingCustomized thermoformed trays for cherry and other delicate fruit packaging. Supermarket Fruit PackagingPlastic trays and containers designed for retail display, transportation and fresh produce packaging. Customized Fruit Tray Thermoforming Solution Every fruit packaging product has different requirements for tray size, cavity arrangement, material thickness, transparency, stacking and production capacity. HengXing can customize the thermoforming machine and mold according to your product drawings, samples or packaging requirements. Please send us your fruit tray sample, drawing, dimensions, material and required production capacity. Our engineering team can recommend a suitable thermoforming machine and mold solution. Frequently Asked Questions What materials can be used to make plastic fruit trays? Depending on the application, PP, PET, PS, PLA and other thermoforming sheets can be used. The suitable material should be selected according to the required transparency, rigidity, food-contact requirements and packaging performance. Can the machine produce different sizes of fruit trays? Yes. Customized thermoforming molds can be designed for different fruit tray dimensions, cavity numbers and product shapes. Can the machine automatically cut and stack fruit trays? Yes. Depending on the machine configuration, forming, cutting and stacking can be integrated into an automatic production line. Can you make a mold for our existing fruit tray? Yes. HengXing can provide customized thermoforming molds based on product drawings, samples or detailed dimensions. What information is needed for a quotation? Please provide the fruit tray drawing or sample, material, sheet thickness, tray dimensions, cavities, required production capacity and preferred automation level. We can then recommend a suitable machine configuration. Get a Quote for Your Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine Looking for a reliable fruit tray thermoforming machine for plastic fruit and fresh produce packaging? Contact HengXing with your product sample or drawing. We can provide a customized machine and mold solution based on your product requirements and production capacity. Contact Hengxing Thermoforming Machinery Website: https://www.hxblistermachine.com/ Email: hx18929352295@gmail.com WhatsApp: +86 17304090157 Send us your fruit tray sample or drawing, material type, sheet thickness, and expected production capacity to help us evaluate a suitable thermoforming solution.

Automatic Thermoforming Machine for Plastic Chocolate Trays and Packaging Inserts HengXing Chocolate Tray Thermoforming Machine is designed for producing plastic chocolate trays, chocolate packaging inserts, chocolate blister trays and customized confectionery packaging products. The machine thermoforms suitable PP, PET, PS, PLA and other plastic sheets into customized chocolate tray shapes. Forming, cutting and stacking can be integrated for efficient automatic production. Chocolate Packaging Products The machine can produce customized thermoformed packaging for: Chocolate trays Chocolate inner trays Chocolate box inserts Chocolate blister trays Multi-cavity chocolate trays Candy trays Confectionery packaging trays Chocolate display trays Customized chocolate packaging inserts Different cavity layouts, product dimensions and tray shapes can be customized according to the chocolate packaging design. Suitable Materials Depending on the application, suitable PP, PET, PS, PLA and other thermoforming sheets can be used. PET is suitable for transparent chocolate packaging where product visibility is important, while PP and PS can be selected for different packaging requirements. Thermoforming Process Sheet Feeding → Heating → Forming → Cutting → Stacking The machine automatically feeds and heats the plastic sheet before forming it with a customized chocolate tray mold. The finished trays are then cut and stacked. Why Choose HengXing? Customized chocolate tray molds Automatic forming and cutting Automatic stacking options Multiple thermoforming material options Stable production performance Suitable for customized packaging designs Complete machine and auxiliary equipment solutions Customized Chocolate Tray Solution Chocolate packaging often requires precise cavity dimensions, smooth surfaces, and customized layouts. HengXing can design and manufacture thermoforming molds according to your chocolate tray sample, drawing or packaging design. Get a Quote Send us your chocolate tray drawing, sample, material, and required production capacity. HengXing can recommend a suitable chocolate tray thermoforming machine and customized mold. Contact Hengxing Thermoforming Machinery Website: https://www.hxblistermachine.com/ Email: hx18929352295@gmail.com WhatsApp: +86 17304090157 Send us your fruit tray sample or drawing, material type, sheet thickness, and expected production capacity to help us evaluate a suitable thermoforming solution.

Choosing the right Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine is an important decision for manufacturers of plastic fruit trays and fresh produce packaging. The machine configuration, mold design, sheet material, product dimensions and cutting method all influence the production process. For manufacturers producing strawberry trays, blueberry trays, grape trays and other plastic fruit packaging, understanding these factors helps them select suitable equipment and plan production more effectively. HengXing Thermoforming Machinery (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. provides thermoforming machinery solutions for plastic packaging applications, with machine configurations tailored to product specifications and production requirements. 1. What Is a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine? A fruit tray thermoforming machine processes thermoplastic sheets into customized tray shapes through heating and forming. Depending on the machine configuration, the production line can also include automatic cutting and stacking. Typical applications include: Strawberry packaging trays Blueberry and grape trays Cherry trays Fresh produce packaging trays Supermarket fruit packaging Customized plastic fruit containers The finished product depends on the selected material, sheet thickness, mold design and forming process. For an overview of the equipment and its applications, visit our [Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine product page] (insert your actual product page link). 2. How Does Mold Design Affect Fruit Tray Production? The mold is one of the key factors in fruit tray manufacturing. Its design determines the product shape, cavity arrangement, forming depth and cutting layout. When evaluating a fruit tray mold, manufacturers should consider the following factors. Number of Cavities A mold may contain multiple cavities, allowing several trays to be formed during one production cycle. However, adding more cavities does not automatically guarantee higher output. The available forming area, sheet dimensions, mold layout, heating conditions, cutting arrangement and machine cycle time must all be considered. Tray Dimensions and Forming Depth The length, width and depth of a fruit tray affect mold design and forming conditions. Deeper trays or complex product shapes may require additional attention to material distribution, forming quality and demolding. Cutting Layout The cutting arrangement should match the mold cavities and product spacing. Proper coordination between forming and cutting helps manufacturers produce trays that meet the required dimensions and edge quality. Customized Mold Design A customized fruit tray mold can be developed according to a product drawing, sample or detailed specifications. Before requesting a quotation, prepare the product dimensions, tray depth, sheet thickness, cavity requirements and target output whenever possible. 3. Which Materials Can Be Used for Fruit Tray Thermoforming? Material selection should be based on the final packaging requirements, product design and available sheet specifications. PP Fruit Trays PP (polypropylene) can be considered for fruit tray applications that require a lightweight and tough plastic structure. Its suitability depends on the PP grade, sheet properties and final tray design. PET Fruit Trays PET can be suitable for fruit packaging where transparency and product visibility are important. The appropriate PET sheet grade and forming process should be confirmed for the intended application. Other Thermoforming Materials PS and other suitable thermoforming materials may also be considered depending on the product and machine configuration. Not every machine can process every material under identical conditions. Heating settings, forming parameters and mold design should be evaluated for the material selected. 4. What Determines the Production Capacity of a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine? Actual production capacity depends on several factors working together. 1. Machine cycle time The time required for each production cycle influences the number of products formed over a given period. 2. Number of cavities The number of usable cavities determines how many trays can be produced in each cycle, provided the mold layout and machine capacity support them. 3. Sheet material and thickness Different materials and thicknesses require different heating and forming conditions, which may affect the production cycle. 4. Product dimensions and forming depth Large or deep trays may require a different mold layout and process settings compared with small, shallow trays. 5. Cutting and stacking The cutting and stacking systems must keep pace with the forming process. If either operation becomes a bottleneck, the entire line's effective output may be reduced. For this reason, machine capacity should be evaluated using the customer's actual product specifications rather than a generic speed figure. 5. How to Choose the Right Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine Before choosing a machine, manufacturers should define their product and production requirements. Use this checklist when preparing for a machine quotation: Product: Strawberry tray, blueberry tray, grape tray or another fruit container Material: PP, PET, PS or another suitable sheet Sheet thickness: Actual thickness in millimeters Tray dimensions: Length × width × height Forming depth: Required tray depth Cavity number: Desired number of trays per cycle Production target: Required output per hour or shift Cutting: Required cutting method and layout Stacking: Manual or automatic collection Automation: Required feeding, forming and handling functions A product sample, drawing or clear photograph with dimensions can help the engineering team assess the required machine configuration. 6. Why Consider an Integrated Thermoforming Solution? A fruit tray production line should be evaluated as a complete process rather than by machine speed alone. The sheet feeding, heating, forming, cutting and stacking operations need to work together. Mold design and machine configuration should also match the final product. HengXing Thermoforming Machinery (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. has been manufacturing thermoforming machinery since 1999. Our product range includes positive and negative pressure thermoforming machines, full servo thermoforming machines, automatic blister forming machines, cutting and stacking equipment, and auxiliary equipment. We work with customers to evaluate product requirements and recommend suitable equipment configurations. 7. Request a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine Solution Are you planning to manufacture plastic fruit trays or expand your fresh produce packaging production? Send us the following information to help us evaluate your requirements: Product drawing or sample Material and sheet thickness Tray dimensions and forming depth Required production capacity Cutting and stacking requirements HengXing Thermoforming Machinery (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. Website: www.hxblistermachine.com WhatsApp: +86 17304090157 Email: hx18929352295@gmail.com Contact us to discuss a suitable Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine and customized mold solution for your production needs.

PP vs PET Fruit Trays: Which Material Is Better? PP and PET are two commonly considered materials for plastic fruit trays and fresh produce packaging. The best material depends on the product, packaging design, transparency requirements, mechanical performance, temperature conditions, cost considerations and local regulations. When choosing a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine, the material should also be considered because different materials have different thermoforming characteristics. PP Fruit Trays PP, or polypropylene, is widely used for different food packaging applications. For fruit trays, PP can be considered when the packaging requires a combination of toughness and suitable thermal performance. Potential advantages of PP fruit trays include: Good toughness Lightweight packaging Suitable for different tray designs Available in different thicknesses Suitable for thermoforming applications Flexible product customization The actual performance depends on the PP grade, sheet formulation and final product design. PET Fruit Trays PET, or polyethylene terephthalate, is commonly used when transparency is an important part of the packaging design. For fresh produce, transparent PET packaging allows consumers to see the fruit without opening the package. Potential advantages include: High transparency Good product visibility Suitable for retail packaging Attractive appearance Suitable for thermoforming into different tray designs PET is therefore commonly considered for strawberries, blueberries, grapes and other fresh produce packaging applications. PP vs PET Fruit Trays Comparison Feature PP Fruit Tray PET Fruit Tray Transparency Depends on sheet Generally high Product visibility Moderate to high depending on material High Toughness Good Good Packaging appearance Flexible Clear and transparent Thermoforming Suitable grades available Suitable grades available Fresh produce display Suitable Especially suitable for clear packaging Product customization High High This comparison is a general guide. Actual performance depends on material grade, sheet specification and tray design. Which Material Is Better for Strawberries? For strawberry packaging, transparency is often important because retailers and consumers want to see the fruit. PET can therefore be considered for transparent strawberry trays. However, PP may also be suitable for certain product designs and market requirements. The final choice should consider packaging performance, material availability, cost and local regulations. Which Material Is Better for Blueberries? Blueberries are often packaged in relatively small containers or trays. PET can provide clear product visibility, while PP can provide a different balance of toughness and packaging characteristics. The best choice depends on the customer's product design and market requirements. Which Material Is Better for Grapes? Grape packaging can require different tray dimensions and structural designs. Both PP and PET may be considered depending on the required transparency, strength, product configuration and packaging format. The mold should be designed together with the selected material. Material and Thermoforming Machine Selection The material should be confirmed before finalizing the machine configuration. Important information includes: Material type Sheet thickness Sheet width Product size Product depth Required production capacity Mold cavity number Forming method A machine suitable for one material and product specification may not automatically be the best solution for another application. PP Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine For customers producing PP fruit trays, the thermoforming machine should be selected according to the PP sheet specification and product requirements. The heating, forming and demolding process should be evaluated during machine selection. PET Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine For PET fruit trays, the machine should be configured according to PET sheet characteristics, thickness, product design and required production capacity. For transparent fruit packaging, stable heating and forming are important for maintaining consistent product quality. How to Choose Between PP and PET Ask these questions before choosing the material: Do you need transparent packaging? What type of fruit will be packaged? What tray size is required? What sheet thickness will be used? What production volume is required? What packaging performance is required? What materials are readily available in your market? What are the local food-contact and recycling requirements? There is no single material that is best for every fruit packaging application. Choosing a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine After selecting the material, the machine should be selected based on the complete production requirements. The main parameters include: Machine forming area Heating system Forming method Mold design Cutting system Stacking system Automation Production capacity For a new project, it is recommended to test the actual material and product design before final machine selection. Hengxing Fruit Tray Thermoforming Solutions Hengxing Thermoforming Machinery provides thermoforming solutions for PP, PET and other suitable thin-wall packaging materials. Our machines can be configured for applications including: Fruit trays Fresh produce packaging Food containers Food trays Egg packaging Blister packaging Customers can provide a fruit tray drawing or sample, material information and required output. Our team can then evaluate a suitable thermoforming machine and mold solution. Conclusion Both PP and PET can be considered for fruit tray applications. PET can be particularly attractive when transparency and product visibility are important, while PP can provide different performance characteristics for suitable packaging applications. The final material should be selected according to the fruit, tray design, packaging requirements, material availability and local regulations. Once the material is confirmed, the Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine and mold can be selected according to the complete production requirements.

How to Choose a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine Choosing the right Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine depends on much more than the machine's maximum production speed. The machine should be selected according to the fruit tray design, material, sheet thickness, product depth, mold configuration, production capacity and required automation. This guide explains the main factors buyers should consider before purchasing a thermoforming machine for fruit packaging. 1. Confirm the Fruit Tray Product The first step is to determine exactly what product you want to manufacture. For example: Strawberry trays Blueberry trays Grape trays Cherry trays Fresh fruit trays Supermarket fruit packaging Customized fresh produce containers Different products can require different mold designs and forming configurations. 2. Choose the Right Material Common materials for thermoformed fruit packaging include: PP PET PS PLA Other suitable thermoforming materials PET may be preferred for transparent fruit packaging where product visibility is important. PP may be selected for applications requiring different mechanical or temperature-performance characteristics. The final material should be evaluated based on the product application and the actual sheet specification. 3. Confirm the Sheet Thickness Sheet thickness is one of the most important machine-selection parameters. A thicker sheet normally requires different heating conditions and forming considerations than a thin sheet. Before choosing the machine, provide the supplier with: Material Sheet thickness Sheet width Sheet length or roll specification This information helps determine whether the selected thermoforming machine is suitable. 4. Check the Tray Dimensions The length, width and depth of the fruit tray directly affect the required forming area. For example, a small strawberry tray and a large fresh produce container may require completely different mold arrangements. The machine should have sufficient forming area for the required product layout. 5. Consider Product Depth Fruit trays are not all the same depth. A shallow tray and a deeper container can have different forming requirements. If the product has a relatively deep structure, the forming system and demolding method should be carefully evaluated. 6. Select the Forming Method Thermoforming machines can use different forming methods. Depending on the product design, options may include: Vacuum forming Positive pressure forming Positive and negative pressure forming For fruit trays with specific shapes, corners or forming details, positive and negative pressure thermoforming may provide greater process flexibility. The appropriate forming method should be selected according to the actual product. 7. Calculate the Required Production Capacity Do not select a machine based only on a supplier's maximum cycle speed. Production capacity depends on: Number of cavities Product size Material Sheet thickness Heating time Forming time Cutting time Stacking method Machine cycle A supplier should evaluate the complete production process rather than only quoting a theoretical machine speed. 8. Consider the Number of Mold Cavities The mold cavity arrangement directly affects production output. For example, a mold can be designed for multiple fruit trays in one cycle. However, more cavities are not always better. The cavity number should be balanced with: Product size Forming area Cutting layout Material utilization Required output Machine configuration 9. Check the Cutting System If the final product needs to be separated automatically from the sheet, the cutting system is important. The cutting layout should be considered during mold design. A good mold and cutting layout can help improve production stability and material utilization. 10. Consider Automatic Stacking For high-volume fruit tray production, automatic stacking can significantly reduce manual handling. An automatic stacking system can organize finished trays after cutting and prepare them for collection and packaging. If your production volume is relatively low, a simpler configuration may also be sufficient. 11. Evaluate the Mold The mold is one of the most important parts of the fruit tray production system. A professional mold supplier should consider: Product dimensions Fruit arrangement Tray depth Material Sheet thickness Number of cavities Cooling Demolding Cutting Stacking Providing a physical sample or product drawing is strongly recommended before confirming the mold. 12. Consider Future Production Requirements A machine should not only meet today's production requirements. If you plan to produce several fruit tray sizes in the future, consider whether the machine can accommodate different molds and product configurations. This can make the equipment more flexible as your product range grows. 13. Ask About Installation and After-Sales Support For industrial machinery, after-sales service is an important part of the purchasing decision. Ask the supplier about: Installation Commissioning Operator training Spare parts Remote technical support Warranty Troubleshooting Mold support A lower initial machine price does not necessarily mean a lower total production cost. 14. Questions to Send to a Thermoforming Machine Manufacturer Before requesting a quotation, prepare the following information: Product: Fruit trayMaterial: PP / PET / otherSheet thickness: ___ mmTray size: ___ mmTray depth: ___ mmNumber of cavities: ___Required output: ___ pieces/hourAutomatic cutting: Yes / NoAutomatic stacking: Yes / NoProduct drawing: Available / Not availableProduct sample: Available / Not available Providing these details allows the supplier to recommend a more accurate machine configuration. Do you know how to make plastic fruit trays with a thermoforming machine? Why Choose Hengxing? Hengxing Thermoforming Machinery has been manufacturing thermoforming equipment since 1999. We provide thermoforming solutions for: Fruit trays Fresh produce packaging Food containers Food trays Egg packaging Blister packaging Other thin-wall thermoformed products Our team can evaluate the product, material, mold, and production requirements before recommending a machine. Conclusion The right Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine should be selected according to the complete production process rather than one single specification. Material, sheet thickness, tray dimensions, product depth, mold cavities, forming method, production capacity, cutting and stacking should all be considered together. If you already have a fruit tray sample or drawing, send it to Hengxing for a machine and mold evaluation.

How to Make Plastic Fruit Trays with a Thermoforming Machine Plastic fruit trays are widely used for strawberries, blueberries, grapes, cherries and other fresh produce. Thermoforming is an efficient production method for manufacturing thin-wall plastic trays in different shapes and sizes. A Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine can heat plastic sheets, form them with customized molds, cut the finished products and stack the trays automatically. What Materials Can Be Used for Plastic Fruit Trays? The suitable material depends on the final packaging requirements. Common thermoforming materials include: PP PET PS PLA Other suitable thermoforming sheets PET is often considered when transparency and product visibility are important. PP can be considered for applications requiring good toughness and different temperature-performance requirements. The correct material should be selected according to the fruit packaging application, sheet specifications and local regulations. How Does Fruit Tray Thermoforming Work? The basic production process is: Plastic Sheet Feeding → Heating → Forming → Cutting → Stacking Each step affects the quality and productivity of the final fruit tray. Step 1: Plastic Sheet Feeding The thermoforming sheet is fed into the machine automatically. The sheet thickness and width should match the selected machine and mold configuration. The feeding system needs to maintain stable sheet positioning during production to achieve consistent forming and cutting. Step 2: Sheet Heating The plastic sheet is heated to a suitable forming temperature. Heating needs to be controlled according to: Material type Sheet thickness Product depth Mold design Production speed Proper heating helps the sheet form evenly around the mold. Step 3: Fruit Tray Forming After heating, the sheet moves into the forming station. The customized fruit tray mold determines the final product shape. Depending on the machine configuration and product design, positive pressure, negative pressure or positive and negative pressure can be used. For trays with detailed structures or deeper forming requirements, the forming method should be selected according to the actual product design. Step 4: Cutting After forming, the individual fruit trays need to be separated from the surrounding sheet. Automatic cutting can be integrated into the production process depending on the machine model. The cutting layout should be designed together with the mold and product arrangement to reduce material waste and achieve stable production. Step 5: Stacking After cutting, the finished fruit trays can be automatically stacked. Automatic stacking is especially useful for high-volume production because it reduces manual product collection and keeps the finished products organized. What Fruit Trays Can Be Produced? A thermoforming machine can be used to produce different fruit packaging designs. Examples include: Strawberry trays Blueberry trays Grape trays Cherry trays Mixed fruit trays Fresh produce trays Supermarket fruit trays Customized fruit containers The exact product shape depends on the mold design. How Is the Fruit Tray Mold Designed? The mold needs to match the final fruit packaging requirements. Important parameters include: Tray dimensions Tray depth Number of cavities Fruit size Product arrangement Material Sheet thickness Cutting layout Stacking method A product sample, drawing or detailed dimensions can help the machine manufacturer evaluate the mold design. How to Select a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine Before purchasing a machine, buyers should confirm several important parameters. 1. Product Size The tray length, width and depth determine the required forming area and mold size. 2. Material PP, PET, PS and other materials have different forming characteristics. 3. Sheet Thickness Sheet thickness affects heating requirements, forming performance and machine configuration. 4. Production Capacity The required output should be considered before selecting the machine model. 5. Automation For high-volume production, automatic forming, cutting and stacking can reduce manual operations. 6. Mold Cavities The number of cavities directly affects the number of products produced during each cycle. Why Use Thermoforming for Fruit Trays? Thermoforming is suitable for producing thin-wall plastic packaging in different shapes. For fruit packaging manufacturers, the main advantages can include: Customized product shapes High production automation Multiple-cavity production Suitable for PP and PET applications Automatic cutting options Automatic stacking options Flexible mold design Suitable for different fresh produce packaging The actual production efficiency depends on material, sheet thickness, product design, mold configuration and machine model. Choosing a Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine Manufacturer When comparing suppliers, buyers should look beyond the machine price. Important factors include: Machine configuration Forming method Heating system Automation level Mold quality Cutting system Stacking system Installation support Spare parts After-sales service Experience with similar products A manufacturer with experience in fruit and food packaging applications can help evaluate the production process before the machine is ordered. Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine from Hengxing Hengxing Thermoforming Machinery has manufactured thermoforming equipment since 1999. Our thermoforming solutions can be configured for different thin-wall packaging applications, including plastic fruit trays, fresh produce packaging, food containers and other thermoformed products. For a fruit tray project, customers can provide: Product sample Product drawing Product dimensions Material Sheet thickness Required production capacity Based on this information, Hengxing can recommend a suitable Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine and customized mold solution. Conclusion The production of plastic fruit trays normally involves sheet feeding, heating, forming, cutting and stacking. The machine configuration should be selected according to the product dimensions, material, thickness, mold design and required production capacity. If you are planning to manufacture strawberry trays, blueberry trays, grape trays or other fresh produce packaging, a customized Fruit Tray Thermoforming Machine can provide an automated production solution. Contact Hengxing Thermoforming Machinery to discuss your fruit tray production requirements.

Selecting the perfect thermoforming mold is more than just a purchase; it’s a strategic investment in your production efficiency. Whether you are producing PET fruit trays or PP lunch boxes, the mold's material and design directly impact your cycle time and product consistency. 1. Material Matters: Aluminum vs. Steel For high-volume production, we recommend Aircraft-grade Aluminum 6061. It offers excellent thermal conductivity, ensuring rapid cooling and shorter cycle times. For precision-heavy applications, such as Pressure Thermoforming, hardened steel inserts may be used for increased durability at the cutting edges. 2. Cooling System Design A mold is only as good as its cooling efficiency. High-end molds feature conformal cooling channels that follow the contours of the product, preventing warping and ensuring that every container—from the first to the millionth—remains dimensionally stable. 3. Plug Assist Technology For deep-draw containers, choose a mold compatible with Syntactic Foam or POM plug assists. This ensures uniform wall thickness and prevents "thin spots" at the bottom of your plastic trays. Q1: What is the typical lifespan of an aluminum thermoforming mold?A: With proper maintenance and use of high-quality alloys, a precision-engineered aluminum mold can typically handle 1 million to 5 million cycles, depending on the material being formed (e.g., PET is more abrasive than PP). Q2: Should I choose a Male or Female mold for my food trays?A: Female molds (cavity molds) are standard for food packaging as they provide a better exterior finish and more precise outer dimensions, which is critical for stacking and lid-fitting. Q3: How does the mold design affect cycle time?A: The cycle time is largely dictated by the cooling efficiency. Molds with optimized water-flow channels and high thermal conductivity materials can reduce cooling time by up to 25%, significantly boosting daily output. Q4: Can one mold be used for both PET and PLA materials?A: While physically possible, it is not recommended without adjustment. PLA (biodegradable material) has a different shrinkage rate and requires more precise temperature control compared to PET. We suggest dedicated mold tuning for different resin types. Q5: What are the benefits of using "Quick-Change" mold systems?A: Quick-change systems allow operators to switch production lines in under 30 minutes. For manufacturers handling multiple SKUs (like different sizes of fruit containers), this minimizes downtime and maximizes machine utilization.