Cup Making Machine

Plastic Cup Thermoforming Machine

Model：RSC-800-500

RS-800-500 is a new generation full servo plastic cup thermoforming machine. It uses internationally advanced plastic sheet forming technology. It is a plastic sheet forming equipment that integrates mechanical, pneumatic and electrical integrated design. It can automatically complete all actions such as loading, feeding, heating, forming and cutting. Compared with hydraulic drive, this machine...

The Precision and Power of Rayshape Cup Making Machine

2025-08-11

In the dynamic world of consumer goods, plastic cups are an essential part of daily life, serving coffee shops, fast-food chains, supermarkets, and events. The demand for high-quality, durable, and cost-effective cups is relentless, and meeting this demand requires cutting-edge technology. At Wenzhou Rayshape Machinery Co., Ltd., we are proud to lead the charge with our state-of-the-art Cup Making Machine, a pinnacle of innovation, precision, and sustainability. As a key player in the plastic processing machinery industry, Rayshape delivers a comprehensive range of products, including Thermoforming Machines, Plastic Thermoforming Machines, Blister Machines, Bowl Making Machines, Fully Automatic Thermoforming Machines, Multi-station Thermoforming Machines, and Plastic Sheet Extruders. This article explores how our Cup Making Machine transforms raw materials into flawless cups, redefining efficiency and quality for manufacturers worldwide.

The Art of Cup Manufacturing: From Sheets to Stacks

The creation of a plastic cup is a marvel of modern engineering, transforming a flat plastic sheet into a perfectly formed product. While a Plastic Thermoforming Machine can produce various shapes, our Cup Making Machine is purpose-built for one goal: crafting impeccable cups at unparalleled speeds. Operating as a Fully Automatic Thermoforming Machine, it orchestrates a seamless, high-speed process that includes:

Material Feeding: A roll of plastic sheet, often produced by our Plastic Sheet Extruder, is fed into the machine. This integration ensures material consistency and eliminates compatibility issues.
Heating: The plastic sheet is heated uniformly to achieve pliability, preserving structural integrity for precise forming.
Forming: Using advanced positive and negative pressure techniques, the softened sheet is molded into multi-cavity molds, ensuring every cup—from rim to base—is flawlessly shaped.
Cooling: Rapid cooling solidifies the cups’ shape, preventing warping or deformation.
Trimming: The cups are precisely separated from the plastic web, with waste material collected for recycling.
Stacking & Counting: Finished cups are automatically stacked and counted, ready for packaging without manual intervention.

This streamlined process, powered by our Multi-station Thermoforming Machine technology, achieves remarkable production rates, delivering thousands of cups per hour to meet global market demands.

The Rayshape Advantage: Precision, Efficiency, and Sustainability

At Wenzhou Rayshape Machinery Co., Ltd., we understand that manufacturers need more than just equipment—they need reliable, high-performance solutions. Our Cup Making Machine embodies this philosophy through its advanced features and benefits.

Unmatched High-Speed Automation

Designed as a Fully Automatic Thermoforming Machine, our Cup Making Machine ensures continuous, high-speed production with minimal labor. Equipped with multi-cavity molds and rapid cooling systems, it produces thousands of cups per hour, enabling manufacturers to scale operations effortlessly. The integration of advanced PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) technology ensures precise control, reducing cycle times and operational costs while maximizing output.

Superior Quality and Consistency

Consistency is critical in cup production. Variations in wall thickness, rim diameter, or surface finish can lead to defective products and customer dissatisfaction. Our Cup Making Machine leverages cutting-edge control systems to deliver uniform cups with flawless dimensions and finishes. Whether producing cups for hot beverages (PP) or cold drinks (PET), our machines ensure every unit meets stringent quality standards, making them ideal for high-volume applications.

Material Versatility and Sustainability

Our machines are compatible with a wide range of thermoplastic materials, including A-PET, R-PET, C-PET, BOPS, HIPS, PP, PLA, and PVC. This versatility allows manufacturers to produce cups for diverse applications while meeting market demands for sustainability. By supporting eco-friendly materials like R-PET (recycled PET) and PLA (Polylactic Acid), our Cup Making Machine enables clients to reduce their environmental footprint and align with global sustainability trends. Waste material from the trimming process is collected for recycling, further enhancing eco-conscious production.

Energy Efficiency and Durability

Energy efficiency is at the core of our design. Our Cup Making Machine incorporates optimized heating systems, high-efficiency servo motors, and intelligent temperature controls to minimize power consumption without compromising performance. This reduces operational costs and supports greener manufacturing. Built with robust, high-quality components, our machines are engineered for long-term reliability and minimal maintenance, ensuring uninterrupted production for years.

A Complete Production Ecosystem

Wenzhou Rayshape Machinery Co., Ltd. offers more than just a Cup Making Machine—we provide an integrated production ecosystem. Our product lineup, including Plastic Sheet Extruders, Bowl Making Machines, and Blister Machines, works in harmony to deliver end-to-end solutions for plastic container manufacturing.

Plastic Sheet Extruder: Our extruders produce high-quality plastic sheets tailored for our thermoforming machines, ensuring seamless material compatibility and superior cup quality.
Bowl Making Machine: Sharing the same precision thermoforming technology, our bowl-making machines complement our cup-making solutions, enabling manufacturers to diversify their product offerings.
Blister Machine: Our expertise in thermoforming extends to blister packaging for pharmaceuticals and consumer goods, showcasing our versatility in the plastic processing industry.

This integrated approach ensures that clients receive a cohesive production line, from raw material to finished product, with unmatched efficiency and reliability.

About Wenzhou Rayshape Machinery Co., Ltd.

Located at No. 19, East Section of Pinghai Avenue, Binhai New Area, Pingyang County, Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, Wenzhou Rayshape Machinery Co., Ltd. is a subsidiary of the Elemotion Group. Established in 2025 following the 2021 investment in Wuhu Youhe Automation Technology Co., Ltd., Rayshape is now wholly owned by Wenzhou Elemotion Holdings. We are a manufacturing enterprise that integrates mechanical and software R&D, production, marketing, and after-sales service.

With a seasoned R&D team, robust operational capabilities, and a solid financial foundation, Rayshape is dedicated to developing high-end, energy-efficient, and highly automated equipment. Our product portfolio includes Positive and Negative Pressure Plastic Thermoforming Machines, Plastic Sheet Extrusion Lines, and Plastic Roll Forming Machines, all designed to process a wide range of materials like A-PET, R-PET, C-PET, BOPS, HIPS, PP, PLA, and PVC.

Carrying forward Elemotion’s spirit of diligence and continuous improvement, we strive for excellence in every aspect of our work. Our commitment to innovation drives us to develop cutting-edge solutions, while our comprehensive after-sales service ensures long-term customer satisfaction.

A Vision for the Future

In a world where efficiency, precision, and sustainability are paramount, the Rayshape Cup Making Machine stands as a symbol of progress. It empowers manufacturers to meet the demands of a fast-paced market while embracing eco-friendly practices. Backed by our integrated production ecosystem and unwavering dedication to quality, Rayshape is shaping the future of cup manufacturing—one cup at a time.

Choose Wenzhou Rayshape Machinery Co., Ltd. as your partner in innovation, and let our Cup Making Machine transform your production capabilities. Together, we can build a more efficient, sustainable, and successful future.

Specifications Of Thermoforming Machines

Sheet Materials	PP/PS/PET/PLA/PE	Air Consumption	4m³/min 0.5-0.8bar
Sheet Thickness	0.2-1.5mm	Weight	12500kg
Forming Area	730*610mm	Total Installed Power	174Kw
Width Of Sheet	400-800mm	Heating Power	140kw
Upper Forming Depth	100mm	Feeding Motor	4.4kw
Bottom Forming Depth	130mm	Control Forming Plug Motor Power	4.4kw
Max Speed	45moulds/min	Stacking Motor	1.8kw
The Longest Knife	10m	Winding Waste Of Edge Sheet Motor Power	0.4kw
Dimension	1150023502700mm	Forming Motor	5.5kw*2
Forming clamping force	750kn	Cutting Motor	5.5kw*2
Punching clamping force	750kn

Advantages Of Plastic Thermoforming Machines

Loading sheet part

Load automatically, lower human resource cost.

Proximity switch clever control, getting the rid of falling down of the sheet by conveying too fast.

Double stations, big diameter, reduce the frequency of changing sheet coil, improve the the production efficiency.

Max undertake roll of sheet

Weight:600kg, Diameter 800mm.

Feeding sheet part

Automatic feeding reduces human resource costs.

Actively transport the sheet and reduce the load on the conveying servo motor.

Cleverly control the proximity switch to prevent the sheet from falling too quickly during transportation.

Human-machine interface

Controlled by microcomputer and programmable controller (PLC), all action programs can be operated through the human-machine interface, simple and convenient, 15-inch touch screen.

Heater

1. Vacuum insulation cotton is installed in the heater, which has a fast reaction speed, short processing time and energy saving.

2. The furnace body is divided into two layers, the layout of the heating tiles is optimized, so that the plate is heated evenly.

Molding station

1. Mold changing auxiliary mechanism, using sliding guide rails and support rods to achieve fast mold change, saving time and effort.

2. Adopting high-power servo motor drive, high precision, high efficiency and low noise.

Molding mold

The working principle is a combination of positive and negative pressure, and some nylon plugs are used to assist stretching in the mold to make it have stronger molding ability.

There is cooling water in the mold cavity to speed up the cooling speed and make demolding easier.

Guide head structure

The workstation is supported by four columns (45# steel, hard chrome plated).

The integrated mold table (QT-600 steel) is made by a high-precision CNC milling machine. Therefore, it is wear-resistant, stable, and accurate, which prolongs the service life of the equipment.

A five-point-connecting-rod structure

This structure design provides more stable operation and faster speed.

Mold change structure

The punching hole station has the same mold changing structure as the cutting station.Greatly reduce mold change time and labor costs, improve production efficiency and safety factor, and provide convenience for your diversified product chain.

Servo motor

The station mold closing, forming auxiliary stretching, and pull-tab parts are all driven by servo motors, which have fast speed, low noise, high precision, and high efficiency.

Servo-controlled conveyor belt

Set conveyor belt parameters directly on the operation screen.

Freely adjust and control conveying length and speed.

Rewinding waste of edge sheet

Our multi-station thermoformers feature a winding unit with torque motor to efficiently collect the offcuts and wind them into a roll with one side retractable, which can be conveniently removed at the end of production.

This advanced waste management system improves operating efficiency and cleanliness, making multi-station thermoformers ideal for high-quality and sustainable production.