Paper Cup Machines
Efficient vertical paper cup forming machine for 4–22oz cups. Swiss Leister heating, servo control, and dual curling ensure stable, high-speed production with minimal downtime.
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The RD-12/22-100A is a vertical high-speed paper cup machine engineered for businesses that demand efficiency, precision, and flexibility in cup production. This model features a dual-turntable forming structure and adopts an open intermittent indexing mechanism, gear-driven transmission, and vertical axis design to ensure consistent and stable performance during high-volume production runs.
To enhance machine durability and reduce maintenance, it uses a full oil lubrication system to minimize wear on moving parts — a design ideal for long-term, continuous operation.
Both the cup wall and bottom are sealed using Swiss Leister hot air heating technology, ensuring strong, leak-proof bonding even under fast production speeds. This is especially important for businesses producing disposable drinkware for hot and cold beverages, where durability and safety are critical.
This model uses a two-step edge curling process:
The result is a stable and uniform cup rim—improving stackability and offering a better experience for end-users.
The RD-12/22-100A supports a wide range of paper cup sizes from 4 to 22 oz, making it suitable for both small and large cups — such as espresso, coffee, soft drinks, and even noodle bowls. It's compatible with single or double PE-coated paper, and its feeding system handles 190–380g/㎡ paper stock, offering manufacturers flexibility in material sourcing and end-use applications.
Equipped with a PLC control system, photoelectric fault monitoring, and servo-driven feeding, the machine provides highly automated performance with real-time error detection. If a malfunction occurs, the system automatically stops the machine — protecting both the operator and the machine components, while minimizing downtime.
From paper fan feeding and sidewall bonding, to bottom punching, folding, knurling, and rim curling, all steps are integrated into one compact, streamlined system. Finished cups are automatically counted and stacked, reducing manual handling and increasing productivity.
Easily switch molds on the same machine to produce paper cups or bowls in different sizes—streamlining production while maximizing versatility.
Efficiently collects and transports paper trim waste during production, keeping the workspace clean and minimizing downtime.
Ensures consistent lubrication of transmission components, reducing wear, extending machine lifespan, and minimizing maintenance needs.
Uses food-grade edible oil to lubricate key components, ensuring hygiene compliance for food packaging production and safe operation.
User-friendly interface with intuitive controls for easy operation, real-time monitoring, and quick adjustments to optimize machine performance.
Ensures strong, smooth, and uniform cup rims through a precise two-stage process of rotating winding and heating shaping for enhanced durability and appearance.
| Cup Specifications | 4-16oz / 16-22oz |
|---|---|
| Cup Material | Single or double PE Coated Paper |
| Paper Specifications | 190-380g/㎡ |
| Speed | 120-160 pcs/min |
| Electricity Supply | 380V/220V 50Hz |
| General Power | 10kw |
| Gas Source | 0.4m³/min |
| Weight | 3000kg |
| Packing Dimensions | 2750x1720x1800mm |
Watch the video to explore how our RD-12/22-100A Vertical Paper Cup Machine | High-Speed & Leak-Proof Cup Forming delivers stable, efficient, and fully automated performance. From paper feeding to bottom sealing and stacking—see the complete process in action.
Looking for a machine that fits your specific production needs?
We offer multiple models and can provide custom machine configurations tailored to your cup or bowl sizes, coating materials (PE, PLA, water-based), and output goals.
Our paper cup and bowl forming machine is built for maximum material compatibility and production flexibility. It efficiently processes a wide range of food-grade and eco-friendly paper roll materials, making it ideal for producing everything from small hot drink cups to large food bowls. Supported materials include PE-coated paper roll for heat sealing and water resistance, PLA-coated paper roll for compostable and sustainable packaging, and non-plastic coated paper roll such as water-based barrier paper, which meets global plastic reduction standards. The machine handles both single- and double-sided coatings and supports a paper weight range of 150–450 gsm, ensuring stable forming across various product types. Whether you’re targeting environmentally conscious markets or traditional food service, this model offers the adaptability you need for modern paper container production:
We can help you test and match materials based on cup size, sealing method, and target market. Custom material compatibility is also available on request.
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This machine supports cup sizes from 4 oz to 22 oz, making it suitable for a wide range of applications—from small espresso cups to large beverage containers.
Yes. It is designed to work with single and double PE-coated paper, and handles paper weights from 190–380 g/㎡, ensuring flexibility for hot and cold drink packaging.
Absolutely. We understand that every customer’s needs are unique. That’s why we offer customized paper cup machines tailored to your product sizes, material types, and production requirements. We also provide a wide range of machine models to match different capacities and budgets.
Yes. The machine allows efficient mold swapping, so you can quickly switch between cup sizes with minimal downtime—perfect for manufacturers with multiple SKUs.
Yes, we provide on-site installation and hands-on operator training to ensure your team is fully equipped to run the machine smoothly and efficiently from day one.
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