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Automatic plastic cup thermoforming machine enhancing production flow

Technical specifications of the machine:
Sheet width capacity: 500–750 mm
Production speed: 30–45 cycles per minute
Forming depth: up to 150 mm
Heating zone: multi-layer ceramic infrared panels
Compatible materials: PP, PET, PS, PVC sheets

Functions of the machine:
1. Heats thermoplastic sheets to the forming temperature range.
2. Uses vacuum and air pressure to form the sheets into cup molds.
3. Trims excess sheet edges for precise cup dimensions.
4. Automatically stacks finished cups into collection rows.
5. Maintains uniform wall thickness and smooth rim finish.

Work process (how it works):
1. Thermoplastic sheets are automatically fed into the preheating station using rollers and tension guides.
2. The sheet passes through infrared heaters that evenly soften the material to its forming temperature.
3. The heated sheet enters the forming station, where air pressure and vacuum suction shape the material into cup molds.
4. A cutting die separates the formed cups from the sheet with precision.
5. The finished cups are lifted and stacked by robotic arms for packaging.

This automatic plastic cup thermoforming machine replaces conventional manual forming systems with a fully automated cycle that integrates heating, shaping, cutting, and stacking. By synchronizing these processes, manufacturers achieve faster throughput, reduced material consumption, and improved product consistency.

In traditional operations, plastic cups were molded through semi-automatic presses, where manual handling often caused uneven heating and inconsistent cup thickness. This modern thermoforming system eliminates those issues through digitally controlled temperature and vacuum regulation.

The heating system employs multiple ceramic infrared panels that maintain even temperature distribution across the sheet width. The servo-driven forming station ensures high molding precision while minimizing film distortion or deformation. The integrated cutting unit trims excess plastic efficiently, allowing scrap material to be collected for recycling, contributing to sustainable manufacturing practices.

Production speed and forming depth can be adjusted via the machine’s PLC touch interface, enabling operators to quickly change cup sizes without mechanical modification. With this level of flexibility, factories can switch between product designs in minutes, improving productivity and reducing downtime.

Compared with traditional manual forming, this system increases production efficiency by 68%, cuts energy consumption by 35%, and enhances dimensional accuracy by up to 0.2 mm. These improvements are critical for industries requiring high-quality plastic containers such as food packaging, dairy, and beverage production.

Constructed from stainless steel with easy-access service panels, this equipment ensures hygiene, durability, and compliance with food-grade standards. Minimal operator intervention is required, as the automated stacking unit organizes finished products directly for secondary packaging.

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