Egg Tray Drying System

In the egg tray production line, drying is a crucial step that directly affects the strength, shape, and quality of the finished egg trays. The main function of the egg tray drying system is to remove moisture from the freshly formed trays, preparing them for subsequent stacking, packing, and other procedures. Depending on production capacity, investment budget, and climate conditions, the most common drying methods include natural air drying, brick kiln drying, and metal drying systems.

Natural Drying: Economical and Practical

Natural drying is the most cost-effective drying method, suitable for small-scale production or areas with hot, dry, and stable weather conditions.

Features:

• No fuel or electricity required
• Low equipment investment
• Requires large open space and good weather
• Drying time is affected by humidity and temperature

It is ideal for startups or rural areas, especially for users with limited budgets or unstable power supply.

Brick Kiln Drying: Stable and Efficient

Brick kiln drying is a semi-automatic egg tray drying system suitable for medium-scale egg tray production. The trays are loaded onto trolleys or fed into the brick kiln tunnel via a conveyor belt, where they are dried using heat generated from burning coal, firewood, or other fuels.

Features:

• Moderate investment
• Unaffected by weather, stable drying performance
• Compatible with various solid fuels

Brick kiln drying is especially suitable for medium-sized factories where fuel costs are low and a certain level of drying efficiency is required.

Metal Drying System: Fully Automatic and High Capacity

The metal drying system is a fully enclosed, continuous drying unit made primarily of stainless steel or galvanized steel. It features a hot air circulation system, along with temperature control and a conveyor chain, enabling efficient and uniform automatic drying.

Features:

• Suitable for large-scale continuous production
• Controlled temperature and airflow for consistent drying
• Energy sources include natural gas, diesel, or electricity
• Short drying time, typically 15–25 minutes

Although the initial investment is relatively high, it significantly boosts productivity, reduces manual labor, and ensures a clean and safe drying environment.

How to Choose the Right Egg Tray Drying System?

When selecting an egg tray drying system, the output capacity of the egg tray machine is the most important factor. Different production scales require different drying speeds and equipment. Below are our recommendations based on output ranges:

Small Capacity (1000–2000 pcs/hour)

Recommended method: natural drying

• Suitable machine models: 3×1, 4×1 single-side forming machines
• Advantages: Low investment, minimal operating cost
• Ideal for: Areas with plenty of sunlight and stable weather
• Note: Requires large open space and is affected by weather conditions; not suitable for continuous, large-scale production

Medium Capacity (2000–3000 pcs/hour)

Recommended methods: brick kiln drying or metal drying line:

Suitable machine models: 3×4, 4×4 four-side egg tray forming machines

Brick Kiln Drying:

• Moderate investment; can use affordable fuels like coal or wood
• Suitable for regions with low labor costs and sufficient space

Metal Drying Line:

• Fully automatic operation, reduces labor, and offers fast drying speed
• Higher initial investment but lower long-term maintenance costs
• Ideal for businesses aiming to improve production efficiency

Large Capacity (3000+ pcs/hour)

Recommended method: metal drying line

Suitable machine models: 5×8, 6×8, 8×8 six-side or eight-side high-speed machines

Features:

• Continuous automatic drying with stable performance
• Flexible energy options (natural gas, electricity, diesel)
• Perfect for large factories or export-oriented production, ensuring high-efficiency 24/7 operation

In addition to production capacity, factory space, site conditions, local energy availability, climate, and investment budget are also important factors that should be carefully considered when selecting an egg tray drying system.

Based on your forming machine’s capacity and your budget, we can help configure the most suitable drying system to ensure high efficiency and consistent product quality. Feel free to contact us for a customized solution.