Ripple Paper Cup Sleeve Making Machine
Product Overview
The Ripple Paper Cup Sleeve Making Machine converts flat paper rolls and corrugated medium into custom-branded, thermal-insulating cup sleeves. This automated line integrates unwinding, glue application, flute forming, cutting, and sleeve nesting to maintain consistent output for high-volume cup manufacturers. Built on a heavy-gauge steel frame, the system handles standard and custom cup sizes from 8 oz to 24 oz.
Technical Specifications
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Parameter |
Specification Range |
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Production Speed |
150 – 260 pcs/min (depending on paper GSM and sleeve size) |
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Applicable Cup Sizes |
8 oz to 24 oz (adjustable forming molds) |
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Outer Liner Paper GSM |
150 – 300 GSM (Kraft, White Cardboard, Duplex) |
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Corrugated Medium GSM |
110 – 180 GSM (Flute type: E, F, or custom wave) |
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Glue System |
Cold starch adhesive / Auto-regulating hot-melt gluing module |
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Power Supply |
3-Phase, 380V/220V/440V, 50Hz/60Hz (Customizable per regional grid) |
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Total Power Consumption |
6.5 kW – 9.0 kW |
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Machine Weight |
Approx. 2,200 kg |
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Dimensions (L × W × H) |
3,800 mm × 1,300 mm × 1,700 mm |
Key Features
Synchronous Feed & Tension Control: Closed-loop magnetic powder brakes regulate unwind tension, preventing paper web wandering and misaligned gluing at high speeds.
Precision Flute Forming: Hardened alloy steel corrugating rollers utilize internal electric heating elements to stabilize paper moisture and ensure crisp, uniform wave ridges.
Rotary Die-Cutting Unit: Helical shear blades deliver clean, burr-free edge trimming with zero plate adjustment required during routine size changeovers.
PLC Touch Screen Interface: Real-time monitoring tracks output volume, operating temperature, glue flow rate, and fault diagnostics with multi-language operation support.
Automated Counting & Stacking: Pneumatic discharge conveyor synchronizes with output speed to bundle finished sleeves in pre-set quantities for immediate packaging.
Applications
Hot Beverage Packaging: Produces thermal-insulating sleeves for single-wall paper cups used in coffee chains, tea houses, and automated vending systems.
Custom Branding Lines: Integrates inline flexographic or offset pre-printed paper rolls for localized promotional messaging and corporate identity printing.
Eco-Friendly Converting: Processes 100% recyclable and biodegradable kraft paper stock to meet strict retail sustainability directives and plastic reduction regulations.
Customization
Regional Electrical Compliance: Control panels configured with CE-compliant or UL-certified low-voltage switchgear matching local industrial standards.
Multi-Size Mold Sets: Quick-change forming cylinders designed for rapid switching between 8 oz, 12 oz, 16 oz, and 20 oz cup diameters within 30 minutes.
Inline Gluestream Monitoring: Optional optical sensors detect skip-glue defects and automatically reject unbonded sleeves before packaging.
Custom Flute Profiles: Custom roller engravings available for proprietary wave depths and pitch measurements.
Manufacturing & Quality Control
Machining Precision: Main gearboxes and roller assemblies are ground on CNC cylindrical grinders to maintain concentricity tolerances within 0.015 mm, reducing mechanical vibration and noise below 75 dB.
Material Traceability: Frame plates sourced from certified steel mills (Q235B/Q345 structural steel); all drive shafts forged from 40Cr alloy steel and subjected to high-frequency quenching.
In-House Quality Inspection:
CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) inspection for critical gear components.
72-hour continuous idle and load run test prior to factory dispatch.
Full electrical insulation and grounding resistance tests compliant with EN ISO 12100 safety directives.
Installation & After-Sales Support
Documentation Package: Comprehensive English technical manuals, EPLAN-format electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and wear-part lists supplied with every unit.
Commissioning Options: Remote video engineering support or optional on-site engineer dispatch for installation supervision and operator training.
Spare Parts Inventory: Critical wear items (cutting blades, drive belts, heating rods, and sealing rings) stocked locally for 48-hour global dispatch, backed by lifetime part-drawing records.
Packaging & Delivery
Export Packaging: Fumigation-free wooden crates lined with moisture-barrier VCI anti-corrosion film and silica gel packs to prevent sea-freight oxidation.
Loading Security: Internal machinery brackets bolted to skid bases; external housing reinforced with steel straps.
Shipping Terms: FOB, CIF, or DDP shipping options available from major export ports (Shanghai/Ningbo) with standard lead times of 25 to 35 business days.
FAQ
Q: What is the average setup time when changing cup sleeve sizes?
A: Size changeovers take approximately 25 to 30 minutes using quick-release tooling pins and digital position readouts for guide rails, requiring no specialized hand tools.
Q: What type of glue is recommended for high-speed operation?
A: Water-based cold emulsion adhesives (viscosity 15,000–25,000 mPa·s) are standard for cost-effective production. Optional hot-melt systems can be integrated for instantaneous bonding on specialized coated stocks.
Q: What electrical safety certifications do your machines carry?
A: All electrical cabinets use Schneider and Siemens low-voltage switchgear, conforming to CE machinery directive standards (or UL-compliant builds on request) with emergency stop interlocks on all access doors.
Q: How do you handle replacement parts after the warranty period?
A: We maintain lifetime drawing records for every manufactured serial number. Replacement components are machined to exact original tolerances and shipped directly from our warehouse.
Request a Quote
To receive a detailed quotation including freight estimates, customized tooling options, and electrical compatibility sheets for your facility, please provide the following parameters:
- Target cup sizes (oz/ml) and required production volume (pieces/shift)
- Paper stock specifications (GSM and material type)
- Local electrical supply requirements (Voltage / Phase / Frequency)
- Destination port or delivery address
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