In June 2025, YG Machinery exported an egg tray production line to a farm and packaging business in Accra, Ghana. The client supplied eggs to markets across the country, but imported plastic trays raised costs and broke easily. Their solution was to make paper trays locally from recycled waste paper.
Our egg tray production line solved both problems. Output reached 2,000 trays per hour, and packaging cost fell by 30% in the first quarter. This case shows how a paper tray line turns waste into steady profit.
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Egg Tray Production Line: Why an Accra Firm Chose YG
The short answer is cost, output, and reliability. An egg tray production line turns waste paper into sturdy trays that protect eggs during transport. A paper tray making machine cuts packaging expenses and supports local recycling.
The client joined over 400 poultry operations in Ghana competing on feed and packaging margins. Imported plastic trays were expensive and fragile in hot, humid weather. They wanted a dependable machine that matched their growth plan.
They compared several suppliers before choosing YG Machinery. Key reasons included proven African installations, complete support, and honest pricing.
Egg Tray Making Machine: Project Background in Ghana
Ghana’s poultry sector has grown steadily with rising urban demand for eggs. Supermarkets and food chains now require safer, cleaner egg packaging. Most local producers still rely on imported trays or simple manual methods.
The Accra client sold about 60,000 eggs daily. They bought plastic trays from overseas at a high landed cost. In humid conditions, trays cracked, and roughly 5% of eggs were damaged in transit.
Their management set three clear goals before purchase:
- Cut packaging cost and egg damage rate
- Produce trays locally from waste paper
- Scale output as the farm grew
A paper egg tray line best met these needs, using abundant local waste paper as feedstock.
Expert tip: Before buying, test your local waste paper supply. Clean, dry paper lifts pulp quality and lowers reject rates.
The Solution: Egg Tray Production Line and Supplier Selection
Our engineers recommended the YGDT3×4-2000 egg tray maker machine for the client’s scale. It produces 1,000 to 2,000 trays per hour using a ZDS1 pulper and DT3×4 forming machine. The line includes pulping, forming, drying, and packing stages.
The client chose a brick drying line for low, stable fuel costs. This suited Ghana’s reliable supply of coal and local labour.
Key factors behind the decision:
- 2,000 p/h output: Met 60,000 eggs daily plus growth
- ZDS1 pulper: Handled scrap paper and cartons smoothly
- Brick drying line: Low operating cost per tray
- PLC automation: Easy for local workers to learn
- Complete support: Training, spares, and service included
This end-to-end delivery removed the need to source separate machines or know-how.
YG Machinery Egg Tray Maker Machine Specifications
The YGDT3×4-2000 is a complete egg crate making machine line covering pulping, forming, drying, and packing. All stages are linked through automated conveyors for smooth operation.
| Line Model | Output (p/h) | Pulper | Machine | Drying | Paper (kg/h) | Water (kg/h) | Power (kW/h) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YGDT3×1-1000 | 1000 | ZDS1 (1m³) | DTF3×1 | Multi | 85 | 255 | 23.6 |
| YGDT4×1-1500 | 1500 | ZDS1 (1m³) | DTF4×1 | Multi | 102 | 306 | 27.3 |
| YGDT3×4-2000 | 2000 | ZDS1 (1m³) | DT3×4 | Multi | 170 | 510 | 32.6 |
| YGDT4×4-2500 | 2500 | ZDS2 (2m³) | DT4×4 | Multi | 212 | 636 | 34.2 |
| YGDT4×8-4000 | 4000 | ZDS4 (4m³) | DT4×8 | Multi | 340 | 1020 | 91 |
Note: figures assume a 100g tray and pure pulp without stone powder. Adding 20-30% stone powder cuts paper use to 70-80% of the values above.
The line produces egg trays, egg cartons, and bottle or fruit trays. As an egg tray manufacturing machine, it swaps moulds on the same forming host to make these products.
Expert tip: Choose your drying method based on fuel prices in your country. Brick, gas, diesel, and LPG options all change the per-tray cost.
Shipping the Egg Tray Production Line to Ghana
The egg tray production line was shipped from Shanghai to the Port of Tema. We split the line into sections and loaded them into three 40-foot containers.
Sea freight and customs clearance were completed in 34 days. YG handled all export documents, while our Ghana partner managed local clearance and road transport.
Project timeline:
- Day 1-3: Contract and 30% deposit confirmed
- Day 4-12: Production, assembly, quality inspection
- Day 13-16: Steel-framed container packing
- Day 17-48: Sea freight to Tema + customs
- Day 49-52: Truck delivery to Accra site
- Day 52-56: Installation, commissioning, training
Customs tip: Prepare the HS code and import documents early. A local broker speeds clearance at Tema port.
Installing and Commissioning the Egg Tray Production Machine
Our engineers arrived on day 65 and finished installation in eight days. Commissioning covered pulper setup, forming mould alignment, drying tunnel calibration, and operator training.
Five-stage commissioning:
- Pulper setup (1 day): Water ratio tuned, paper feed tested
- Forming alignment (2 days): Moulds aligned, vacuum pressure set
- Drying calibration (2 days): Temperature and speed adjusted
- Test production (2 days): Hundreds of trays inspected
- Operator training (1 day): Six workers certified
By day 73, the line produced 1,900 trays per hour at 97% first-pass quality. Workers mastered all controls quickly with the PLC interface.
Expert tip: Calibrate the drying tunnel for your humidity. Tropical air affects drying time, so test before full production.
Operating the Egg Tray Production Line Results
After six months, the egg tray production line made over 1.6 million trays. The client supplied trays to their own farm and sold the surplus to neighbouring producers.
Measured results:
| Metric | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Tray cost | Imported, high | Local, 30% lower |
| Egg damage | 5% | Under 1% |
| Production | N/A | 1,900 trays/hour |
| Waste paper | Landfilled | Recycled |
| Downtime | N/A | 0 unplanned days |
The egg damage rate dropped sharply because paper trays grip eggs firmly and cushion shocks. Local production also created new revenue from tray sales.
Expert tip: Track reject rate per mould weekly. Small adjustments to vacuum and pulp density keep quality high.
Customer Feedback and Final Verdict
The plant manager, Mr. Asante, rated the line 9.4 out of 10 and praised its simplicity and low running cost.
“The line runs all day with few operators. Our packaging cost dropped, and the trays are stronger than the imported ones. We now sell trays to four neighbours,” he said.
He valued YG’s support too. “Training was clear, and spares arrived in a week when we needed them. That support kept us confident.”
The firm plans to add a 4,000 per hour line for a second site next year.
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Buying Advice for an Egg Tray Production Line
Choosing an egg tray production line affects cost, quality, and market position. Based on many African poultry projects, here are proven tips.
- Match output to your egg volume: Leave room for growth
- Check your waste paper supply: Clean paper cuts reject rates
- Pick a drying method by fuel cost: Compare all options
- Verify water and power access: The line needs a stable supply
- Compare landed cost: Include freight, duty, and installation
- Demand training: Skilled staff double line efficiency
A supplier that understands Africa’s import rules saves weeks. YG Machinery delivers documented shipments and on-site training across West Africa.
FAQ About YG Egg Tray Production Line
A1: Our lines produce 1,000 to 7,000 trays per hour, matched to your market size.
A2: Waste paper, cartons, old newspapers, and pulp from printing houses. Clean paper gives the best trays.
A3: Yes. By swapping moulds, it makes fruit trays, bottle trays, and seedling cups.
A4: A 2,000 p/h line uses about 510 kg of water and 32.6 kW per hour. Confirm local supply before installation.
5: It depends on local fuel prices. Brick, gas, diesel, and LPG options all differ in running cost.
A6: Yes. We send engineers for installation, commissioning, and operator training.
A7: Sea freight plus customs typically takes 5 to 6 weeks, depending on the port and schedule.
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Ready to Install an Egg Tray Production Line?
If you run a poultry farm or packaging business in Ghana or West Africa, YG Machinery can help. We supply egg tray production lines matched to your output, budget, and local conditions, with honest pricing.
Contact us today for:
- Free project evaluation and line recommendation
- Landed cost quotation with all fees stated
- Ghana import and customs guidance
- On-site installation and operator training
- 24-month warranty and regional parts support
Send your project details, and we will respond within 8 hours. Let us help you turn waste paper into reliable, low-cost packaging.
