The shoe tray making machine (pulp molding shoe insert machine) is a high-efficiency piece of equipment designed for producing eco-friendly shoe trays with a capacity ranging from 1000 to 7000 pcs/h. It is widely used in footwear packaging factories and pulp molding production lines.

As an industrial pulp molding machine, it uses waste paper as raw material to produce biodegradable and recyclable shoe packaging, helping manufacturers reduce costs while meeting environmental requirements.

Raw Materials and Final Products

Raw Materials

  • Waste cartons
  • Old newspapers
  • Office paper
  • Paper mill scraps

Final Products

  • Shoe trays
  • Shoe inserts
  • Shoe supports
  • Industrial packaging trays

Pulp molded products are gradually replacing foam and plastic packaging due to sustainability advantages.

Shoe Insole Molding Machine Working Principle

The pulp molding shoe tray machine works through a vacuum forming system:

  1. Waste paper is pulped with water into a slurry
  2. The slurry is transferred to the forming machine
  3. Under vacuum suction, pulp is absorbed onto the mold
  4. The mold shapes the wet shoe tray
  5. Products are transferred for drying

This process ensures uniform thickness and stable product quality, making it suitable for large-scale production.

Shoe Insert Making Machine Applications

The shoe tray making machine is widely used in:

  • Footwear Industry
    • Shoe packaging trays
    • Shoe support inserts
  • Packaging Industry
    • Protective packaging for products
  • Eco Packaging Market
    • Biodegradable packaging solutions

With increasing global demand for sustainable packaging, pulp molded shoe trays are replacing plastic packaging.

Working Principle of the Shoe Tray Making Machine

The pulp molding shoe tray machine operates based on vacuum forming technology, which includes several key steps:

Pulping System

Waste paper is mixed with water and processed into uniform pulp.

Forming Process

  • The mold is immersed in the pulp tank
  • Vacuum suction forms the pulp onto the mold surface
  • Excess water is removed automatically

Demolding

The formed wet shoe tray is released by compressed air or mechanical action.

Drying System

Products are dried through natural drying or drying equipment.

Final Shaping

Optional hot pressing improves surface smoothness and strength

Typical workflow: Pulping → Forming → Demolding → Drying → Packing

Hot-selling Models and Parameters

ModelCapacity (pcs/h)Power (kW)VoltageWeight (kg)
SL-10001000–150038380V2500
SL-15001500–200038380V3000
SL-25002000–250055380V4000
SL-30002500–300060380V4800
SL-40003000–400095380V7000
SL-50004000–500095380V8000
SL-70005000–7000120380V10000

Note: capacity and configurations can be customized based on customer requirements.

Advantages of the Shoe Tray Machine

  1. High Production Capacity

From 1000 to 7000 pcs/h, suitable for both small workshops and large factories.

  1. Eco-Friendly Solution

Uses recycled paper, producing biodegradable and recyclable packaging products.

  1. Custom Mold Flexibility

Supports different shoe tray designs:

  • Sneaker trays
  • Leather shoe supports
  • Children’s shoe inserts
  1. Low Production Cost

Raw materials are low-cost waste paper, ensuring high profit margins.

  1. Wide Industry Application

Suitable for footwear brands, packaging suppliers, and export factories.

  1. Automatic Operation

Fully automatic systems reduce labor and improve efficiency.

Shoe Tray Production Line Main Machine Systems

A complete shoe tray production line includes:

Pulp Making System

  • Hydrapulper
  • Pulp pump
  • Mixing tank

Forming System

  • Rotary or reciprocating molding machine
  • Vacuum pump
  • Mold system

Drying System

  • Natural drying (low investment)
  • Brick drying line
  • Metal automatic dryer

Control System

  • PLC control panel
  • Adjustable forming time and vacuum pressure

This modular structure allows flexible configuration according to capacity and budget.

FAQs

What is the capacity range?

From 1000 to 7000 pcs/h depending on the model.

Can molds be customized?

Yes, molds can be designed according to shoe size and shape.

What materials are used?

Waste paper, cartons, and recycled paper materials.

Is the machine fully automatic?

Yes, it can be configured as semi-automatic or fully automatic.

Contact Us for the Shoe Tray Making Machine Price

Looking for a reliable shoe tray making machine supplier? Whether you are starting a new pulp molding business or upgrading your existing production line, we can provide the most suitable solution for your capacity and budget.

We offer:

  • Customized machine configurations (1000–7000 pcs/h)
  • Mold design for different shoe types
  • Full production line solutions
  • Installation guidance and technical support

Tell us your requirements, and we will recommend the best pulp molding shoe tray machine for your project.

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  • Machine details & videos
  • Factory price quotation
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