Excess moisture in newly formed egg trays leads to structural weakness and damage, making the drying stage critical. However, this process requires precision, as both under-drying and over-drying compromise the final product’s quality. Shuliy provides tailored egg tray dryer solutions—including natural air, brick, and multi-layer metal systems—to achieve an optimal final moisture content of 5-10%. This ensures superior product quality, enhances production efficiency, and boosts your overall profitability.
Multi-Layer Metal Dryer: Maximum Efficiency, Minimum Footprint
Our flagship solution. This egg tray drying system automates the drying process within a highly insulated chamber. Wet trays travel on a multi-layer conveyor as advanced hot air circulation ensures each tray is dried uniformly and rapidly, typically within 20-25 minutes.
- Ideal for: Operations demanding high automation and consistent quality, especially where factory space is limited and labor costs are high.
- Key Advantages:
- Significant Footprint Reduction: A 4,000 pcs/hr line requires a space of just 27.5m (L) * 6m (W). Compared to a traditional brick egg tray dryer needing over 65m in length for the same capacity, our multi-layer system saves over 50% of your valuable factory floor space.
- Energy Efficiency: Superior insulation and an optimized heat circulation design minimize fuel consumption.
- Full Automation: The entire line requires minimal personnel, significantly reducing operational costs.
- Exceptional Quality: Precise temperature control (180-200°C) prevents warping and ensures uniform product strength.
Brick Drying Line: Robust, High-Capacity, and Cost-Effective
A proven, high-capacity solution constructed on-site from brick and cement. Wet trays travel on a single-layer conveyor through a 40-70 meter tunnel, emerging fully dried at the opposite end.
- Ideal for: Large-scale producers with sufficient land and access to low-cost local fuels (e.g., coal, wood).
- Key Advantages:
- Lower Initial Investment: The civil construction costs are considerably lower than a full metal dryer, easing initial capital pressure.
- Flexible Fuel Options: Engineered to run on your region’s most economical energy source. Whether coal, wood, natural gas, or diesel, you have the freedom to select the lowest-cost fuel.
- Extreme Durability: The brick and mortar structure is exceptionally robust with an extended operational lifespan.
Natural Air Drying: Zero Energy Cost for Start-Ups
The most traditional and economical method. Wet trays are placed on racks and dried naturally by the sun and wind.
- Ideal for: Small-scale start-ups (under 1,500 pcs/hr) located in hot, dry climates where land and labor are available at a low cost.
- Key Advantages:
- Zero Operational Cost: The drying process consumes no fuel or electricity.
- Minimal Initial Outlay: Requires only an investment in open land and simple drying racks.
- Considerations: This egg tray dryer is entirely weather-dependent. It requires a significant open area (approx. 1,000 m² for a 1,000 pcs/hr line) and is labor-intensive for tray handling and collection.
Shuliy Drying Systems: At-a-Glance Comparison
Find your ideal egg tray dryer in seconds. This table highlights the core differences to help you make the right strategic choice for your business.
| Característica | Multi-Layer Metal Dryer | Brick Drying Line | Natural Air Drying |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile | High-tech & Compact. For modern factories demanding automation and premium quality. | Robust & Cost-Effective. A high-capacity workhorse for large-scale production with access to low-cost fuel. | Zero-Cost & Eco-Friendly. The ideal entry point for start-ups in suitable climates with minimal capital. |
| Key Metrics | • Footprint: Minimal (Saves >50%) • Automation: Fully Automatic • Quality: Excellent & Consistent | • Footprint: Large • Automation: Semi-Automatic • Quality: Good & Stable | • Footprint: Vast • Automation: Fully Manual • Quality: Variable (Weather-Dependent) |
| Economics | • Investment: High • Fuel: Gas / Diesel / LPG | • Investment: Medium • Fuel: Highly Flexible (Coal, etc.) | • Investment: Very Low • Fuel: None (Zero Running Cost) |
Once you’ve chosen your preferred method, use this guide to match a system to your production capacity.
| Capacity (pcs/hr) | Metal Dryer Configuration | Brick Line Configuration | Air Drying Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 – 1,500 | Space: ~12*3m | – | Area: ≥ 1,000 m² |
| 2,000 – 3,000 | Space: ~22*6m | Length: 40-50m (Plant: >50x15m) | – |
| 4,000 – 7,000 | Space: ~27*33m | Length: 60-80m (Plant: >65x15m) | – |
Upgrade Your Existing Production Line & Explore More Possibilities
Do you already have an egg tray production line? Our metal and civil engineering drying systems are compatible with most brands of paper tray molding machines on the market. Replace your outdated, inefficient drying equipment to immediately increase output and lower energy costs.
Moreover, our powerful drying technology is not limited to egg trays; it can also be used for various pulp molding products, including:
- Fruit trays (apple trays, avocado trays)
- Coffee cup trays
- Wine bottle trays
- Industrial packaging liners.
- Seedling cups.
Get Your Customized Egg Tray Dryer!
A high-quality egg tray dryer can increase production efficiency and improve the quality of finished egg trays. It is a crucial step toward maximizing your profits! Contact us today to learn more about our customized egg tray drying solutions!
