Paper Cup Making Machine

Product Overview

The Jiuyi Paper Cup Making Machine converts PE, PLA, or double-coated paperboard into disposable beverage containers through automated blank feeding, side-seam sealing, bottom punching, pre-heating, bottom knurling, and rim curling. Engineered for continuous 24-hour manufacturing, this system integrates mechanical cam indexing with programmable motion control to maintain registration accuracy at high operating speeds.

Machine Types

Single-Plate Medium-Speed Paper Cup Machine

Designed for standard beverage cups (3 oz to 16 oz). Utilizes an open cam indexing mechanism and individual heating stations. Rated up to 80-90 cups per minute. Optimal for small-to-medium converters requiring quick size changeovers.

High-Speed Ultrasonic Paper Cup Machine

Employs dual-servo drive systems and closed-loop photoelectric tracking. Eliminates traditional mechanical gearboxes for side-seam sealing, utilizing ultrasonic generators for PE/PLA bonding. Rated up to 130-150 cups per minute. Built for high-volume automated packaging lines.

Multi-Function Paper Bowl & Cup Machine

Features an enlarged forming turret and robust structural casting to handle large-diameter containers (20 oz to 32 oz soup bowls, noodle buckets, and ice cream tubs). Operates at 60-80 cups per minute with reinforced bottom knurling pressure.

Key Features

Closed-Loop Servo Bottom Feed

Independent servo motor controls bottom paper blank feeding, eliminating waste caused by mechanical clutch slippage.

Dual Hot-Air Sealing Stations

Employs Leister hot-air heaters for side-wall bonding, ensuring uniform heat distribution on 150-350 GSM coated paper without scorching or edge delamination.

Optical Fault Monitoring

Omron photoelectric sensors track cup movement across every station, auto-stopping and ejecting blanks upon detecting jams or misalignments.

Automatic Oil Lubrication System

Centralized timer pump delivers metered lubrication to main cams, bearings, and sliding shafts to prevent thermal expansion during continuous shifts.

Technical Specifications

Model	JY-S12 (Medium Speed)	JY-HS22 (High Speed)	JY-B32 (Bowl Machine)
Cup Size Range	3 - 16 oz	4 - 22 oz	20 - 32 oz
Rated Speed	75 - 85 cups/min	120 - 140 cups/min	60 - 75 cups/min
Paper GSM Range	150 - 320 GSM	150 - 350 GSM	200 - 450 GSM
Sealing Method	Hot Air / Ultrasonic	Ultrasonic Generator	Hot Air / Dual Heater
Raw Material	Single/Double PE, PLA	Single/Double PE, PLA	PE Coated / Kraft Board
Total Power	5.5 kW	9.5 kW	12.0 kW
Power Supply	380V, 3-Phase, 50/60Hz	380V, 3-Phase, 50/60Hz	380V, 3-Phase, 50/60Hz
Air Consumption	0.4 m3/min, 0.6 MPa	0.8 m3/min, 0.8 MPa	1.0 m3/min, 0.8 MPa
Machine Weight	1,800 kg	2,800 kg	3,600 kg
Dimensions (L x W x H)	2450 x 1250 x 1850 mm	2950 x 1600 x 2050 mm	3300 x 1800 x 2150 mm

Applications

Hot Beverage Packaging: Single-wall and double-wall insulated cups for espresso, drip coffee, and tea operating up to 95°C.

Cold Drink & Dairy Packaging: Single PE-coated cups for carbonated soft drinks, iced coffee, milkshakes, and yogurt samples.

Takeaway Food Containers: Heavy-duty paper bowls and noodle buckets manufactured from 300+ GSM food-grade kraft board with liquid-tight bottom seals.

Vending Machine Consumables: Standardized rim-diameter cups engineered for seamless dispensing in high-traffic automatic cup drops.

Customization

Voltage & Frequency Matching: Electrical panels configured to destination country standards (e.g., 480V/60Hz North America, 415V/50Hz Australia, 220V/60Hz South America) utilizing Schneider and Siemens breakers.

Custom Forming Molds: Proprietary bottom knurling profiles, rim curl diameters, and embossing patterns engineered from physical cup samples or 3D CAD drawings.

Vision Inspection Integration: Optional inline camera systems to detect pinholes, print misregistration, or out-of-round rims prior to packaging.

Packaging Line Integration: Interface compatibility with downstream automatic sleeve wrappers, counter-stackers, and cartoning machines.

Company Advantages

In-House CNC Machining

Main chassis plates, indexing cams, and aluminum alloy turrets processed on five-axis CNC machining centers, holding positional tolerances within 0.01 mm.

Direct Factory Export Structure

Manufacturing facilities located in Zhejiang, supplying industrial machinery directly to international converters without intermediary trading markups.

Standardized Component Sourcing

Pneumatic actuators from SMC, electrical switchgear from Schneider, PLC controllers from Siemens/Delta, and bearings from NSK ensuring global replacement part availability.

Documented Quality Traceability

Every machine undergoes a 72-hour continuous trial run under factory load before crating, with inspection logs archived by serial number.

Manufacturing & Quality Control

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Frame Annealing: Heavy-duty steel plate frames undergo high-temperature annealing and vibratory stress relief to eliminate structural warping during machining and multi-year operation.

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Cam Profiling: Main indexing cams case-hardened to HRC 58-62, ensuring low backlash and stable dwell times across millions of operational cycles.

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Leakage Testing Protocol: Finished sample runs subjected to a 24-hour dye penetration and water-holding test to verify bottom seal integrity.

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Electrical Safety Inspection: Control cabinets undergo high-voltage insulation resistance testing and ground continuity verification compliant with CE safety directives.

Installation & After-Sales Support

Documentation Package

Comprehensive technical manual supplied in English, including electrical schematics, pneumatic flow diagrams, PLC program backup files, and an itemized consumable spare parts list.

Remote Engineering Diagnostics

Control systems equipped with Ethernet ports for remote PLC troubleshooting, firmware updates, and parameter adjustments by factory technicians.

On-Site Commissioning

Experienced mechanical and electrical engineers available for overseas factory installation, operator training, and raw material calibration.

Spare Parts Inventory

Standard wear items-including silicone heating tubes, proximity sensors, cutter blades, and gripper fingers-stocked for immediate dispatch via DHL/FedEx air freight.

FAQ

Q: What is the minimum paper GSM required for leak-free cups?

A: For single-pe hot cups, 180 to 220 GSM base paper with 15-18 GSM PE coating is standard. For cold cups and soup bowls requiring structural rigidity, 260 to 350 GSM board is recommended.

Q: Can this machine process compostable PLA-coated paper?

A: Yes. High-speed ultrasonic models (JY-HS22) are specifically configured for PLA and water-based dispersion barrier coatings, bypassing the thermal scorching issues common with traditional heating rods.

Q: What is the typical lifespan of the main forming mold?

A: Under two-shift daily operation and proper lubrication, hardened alloy steel molds maintain structural tolerance for 3 to 5 years before requiring refurbishment or replacement.

Q: How long is the delivery lead time for standard configurations?

A: Standard 380V/50Hz models are stocked or assembled within 25 to 30 days. Custom voltage configurations or specialized mold sizes require 35 to 45 days.

Q: What utilities must be prepared on the factory floor prior to machine arrival?

A: A stable 3-phase power supply matching the machine specification, an external compressed air supply delivering minimum 0.6 MPa dry air, and a concrete industrial floor capable of supporting a 2-to-4 ton static load.

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