An egg carton machine is a paper pulp molding equipment that turns waste paper into egg trays, cup holders, fruit trays and other pulp products. Over 80% of its output is egg cartons, so it is widely known as an egg carton machine. It is eco-friendly, low-cost and easy to use. It is very popular in Africa, Latin America and Muslim countries, where poultry farming and green packaging are growing fast. If you are looking for a reliable solution to start or expand your egg packaging production, contact YG team today to get your custom egg carton machine recommendation.


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YG Egg Tray Making Machine Specification
| Model | YG-1000-3X1 | YG-1500-4X1 | YG-2500-3X4 | YG-3000-4X4 | YG-4000-4X8 | YG-5000-5X8 | YG-7000-6X8 |
| Capacity/hour | 1000pcs/h | 1500pcs/h | 2500pcs/h | 3000pcs/h | 4000pcs/h | 5000pcs/h | 7000pcs/h |
| Power/hour | 38kw | 38kw | 55kw | 60kw | 95kw | 95kw | 120kw |
| Voltage | 380V50Hz | 380V50Hz | 380V50Hz | 380V50Hz | 380V50Hz | 380V50Hz | 380V50Hz |
| Weight | 2500kg | 3000kg | 4000kg | 4800kg | 7000kg | 8000kg | 10000kg |
| Dimensions (main machine) | 2600*2200*1900mm | 2800*2200*1900mm | 2900*1800*1800mm | 3250*1800*1800mm | 3250*2300*2500mm | 3700*2300*2500mm | 3200*2300*2500mm |
| Paper consumption/hour | 80kg | 120kg | 200kg | 240kg | 320kg | 400kg | 480kg |
| Water consumption/hour | 160kg | 240kg | 400kg | 480kg | 640kg | 800kg | 960kg |
| Drying | Dry naturally | Dry naturally | Multi-layer drying | Multi-layer drying | Multi-layer drying | Multi-layer drying | Multi-layer drying |
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YG Egg Carton Making Machine Types
An egg carton making machine comes in three common types, based on output and structure.

Flip Type Egg Tray Machine
- Output: 1,000–1,500 pieces per hour
- Simple design, low cost, easy to operate
- Good for small workshops and small egg carton production
Rotary Drum Egg Tray Machine
- Output: 2,500–10,000 pieces per hour
- Continuous forming, high efficiency, uniform quality
- Ideal for large factories making standard trays under 8 cm


Reciprocating Egg Tray Machine
- Output: 1,000–2,000 pieces per hour
- Flexible molds, can make industrial liners and special trays
- Suitable for businesses that need many different products
YG Working Process of the Egg Tray Manufacturing Machine
An egg tray manufacturing machine works in three main steps: pulping, molding and drying. The whole process is simple and stable.
Pulping Section
- Mix waste paper and water at a ratio of 1:10 in a pulper
- Add color or waterproof glue in the mixing tank
- Adjust pulp concentration to 3%–5% before molding
Molding Section
- Vacuum pump creates negative pressure to stick pulp on molds
- Extra water flows out and goes back to the water tank
- Air compressor uses positive pressure to blow wet trays to transfer molds
Drying Section
- Wet trays go into dryer at 180–220°C for 15–20 minutes
- Dry trays are stacked and packed automatically


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Key Features Of YG Egg Carton Machine
YG designs and manufactures reliable egg carton machine for global markets. Our machines are built for long‑term use, easy operation and low running cost.
- Durable Construction: Heavy‑duty steel frame and high‑quality parts reduce breakdowns. The machine works stably for many years.
- Wide Output Range: From small flip plate models (1,000 pcs/h) to large drum models (10,000 pcs/h). We match every production scale.
- Low Energy Consumption: Optimized motor and drying system save electricity and fuel. Daily operation cost is low for small and large factories.
- Simple Operation & Maintenance: Easy control panel, clear buttons and modular design. Workers learn quickly. Spare parts are easy to find and replace.
- Eco‑Friendly & Safe: Uses only waste paper as raw material. No harmful chemicals or emissions. Safety design protects operators.
- Flexible Mold Options: One machine can make egg trays, cup holders, fruit trays and industrial liners by changing molds.
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Applications Of YG Egg Carton Making Machine
YG’s egg carton making machine serves many industries and markets. It is widely used in Africa, Latin America and Muslim countries.
- Poultry Industry: Produce standard egg trays for farms, markets and egg distributors.
- Food & Beverage: Make coffee cup holders, fruit trays and bottle carriers for safe transport.
- AgricultureManufacture seedling trays and small produce packaging.
- Industrial Packaging: Custom pulp liners for electronics, ceramics and fragile goods.
- Export & Local Trade: Lightweight, stackable and eco‑friendly trays for domestic and export markets.
- Small & Medium Enterprises: Perfect for startups that need low‑cost, multi‑purpose packaging production.


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How To Choose The Right YG Egg Tray Manufacturing Machine
Choosing the right egg tray manufacturing machine helps you save money and match your business goals. Focus on these key points.
- Production Capacity
- Small business: flip plate machine (1,000–1,500 pcs/h)
- Medium business: reciprocating machine (1,000–2,000 pcs/h)
- Large factory: drum machine (2,500–10,000 pcs/h)
- Available Space
- Limited space: drying oven or multi‑layer metal dryer
- Large open area: natural drying or concrete tunnel drying
- Budget
- Low budget: flip plate machine + natural drying
- Medium budget: reciprocating machine + drying oven
- High budget: drum machine + multi‑layer dryer
- Product Types
- Only egg trays: standard drum or flip plate machine
- Multiple products: reciprocating machine for flexible molds
- Local Climate
- Sunny and dry: natural drying saves energy
- Humid or rainy: choose mechanical drying for stable output
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Why Choose YG’s Egg Carton Machine For Your Business
YG’s egg carton machine is built for reliability, high efficiency and easy maintenance. It meets the real needs of emerging markets.
- High output up to 10,000 pieces per hour
- Eco‑friendly, uses waste paper and reduces plastic waste
- Simple operation, low training cost
- Low maintenance, long service life
- Suitable for Africa, Latin America and Muslim countries
These benefits make YG’s egg carton machine the smart choice for growing businesses in Africa, Latin America, and Muslim countries. Contact us today to learn how we can help you boost production and reduce costs.