Boost Your Production with Our High-Quality Plastic Straw Making Machine
Cost-efficient, reliable, and versatile. Take your plastic straw production to the next level with our advanced technology.
Quick Overview of Plastic Straw Making Machine
Our Plastic Straw Making Machine is designed for high-efficiency production of plastic straws, offering reliability, precision, and versatility for various manufacturing needs. It supports a wide range of straw sizes, from standard straight straws to flexible and custom-designed options, and is compatible with PP (Polypropylene) and PE (Polyethylene) materials. With its high-speed operation, low maintenance requirements, and user-friendly PLC control system, this machine ensures optimal production output, making it ideal for food & beverage manufacturers, disposable product producers, and distributors.
Extruder unit
Melts and shapes the plastic into continuous tubes
Cooling water tank
Rapidly cools the extruded straws to maintain shape
Hauling & Cutting Machine
Cuts straws to specified lengths with precision
L shape straw collecting machine
Gathers finished straws for packaging or further processing
Key Features of the Plastic Straw Making Machine
- High production capacity, up to 60kg/hour
- Simple system, easy to use, and maintenance
- Branded parts from famous companies, like Delta, Schneider,XINJIE, AIRTAC,etc
- different cut end, 45/90,60/90
- single color,two colors, three colors available.
Technical Specification
| Color | Single | Two | Three | |
| Stripes | - | one color | two color | |
| Model | YK-011 | YK-012 | YK-013 | |
| Main Parts | The main body, Cooling water tank,(vacuum shaping equipment),(air compressor), hauling cutting system | |||
| Power Supply | Main Screw | 380V,3Phase,50HZ,7.5KW(VFD) | ||
| Sub-Screw | - | 0.75KW | 0.75KW*2 | |
| Heating | 9KW | 12KW | 15KW | |
| Hauling motor | 0.75KW(VFD) | |||
| Cutting Motor | 0.75KW(VFD) | |||
| Total Power | 19.5KW | 23.5KW | 27.5KW | |
| Temperature controller | 5SETS | 8SETS | 11SETS | |
| Electric control cabinet | 1SET | 1SET | 1SET | |
| Automatic counting device | 1SET | 1SET | 1SET | |
| Way of hauling | By rubber roller | |||
| Cooling water tank | standard 3.5m, can be adjusted from up to down, right to left, forward to backward | |||
| Specification of Pipe | Material | PP/PE etc. | ||
| Diameter | 2mm-13mm others can be customized | |||
| Length | Customize | |||
| Capacity | About 600-1000pcs/min | |||
| Machine Dimension | 2.2m*1m*1.3m | 2.2m*1.3m*1.5m | 2.2m*1.6m*1.7m | |
| Whole line dimension | 9m*1m*1.7m | 9m*1.3m*1.7m | 9m*1.6m*1.7m | |
| Weight of equipment | 1000kg | 1300kg | 1600kg | |
Watch the Plastic Straw Making Machine in Action
How Our Plastic Straw Making Machine Works
The Plastic Straw Making Machine operates using a highly efficient extrusion process that transforms raw plastic materials (such as PP or PE) into high-quality straws. Here’s a breakdown of the core extrusion principle and how it contributes to a smooth and reliable production flow:
1. Raw Material Feeding:
The process starts with feeding plastic pellets (PP or PE) into the machine’s hopper. These pellets are the base material for producing plastic straws. The hopper carefully regulates the amount of material being fed into the extrusion chamber, ensuring a steady and consistent flow.
2. Plastic Melting & Extrusion:
Inside the machine’s extrusion barrel, the plastic pellets are heated to their melting point. The screw mechanism inside the barrel rotates, pushing the melted plastic material forward while maintaining uniform heat distribution. This melted plastic is then forced through a specially designed extrusion die, which shapes the plastic into continuous tubes, forming the initial shape of the straws.
3. Calibration & Cooling:
Once the plastic is extruded, it passes through calibration molds that ensure precise diameter and thickness. The straws are then cooled by water in a cooling tank, solidifying their shape. This step is critical to maintaining dimensional stability and ensuring that the straws retain their cylindrical form.
4. Cutting & Bending (Optional):
The continuous lengths of plastic straws are cut to the desired size by a cutting machine. If flexible or bendable straws are being produced, an additional bending machine is used to create the desired flex points without compromising the straw’s structure.
5. Collection & Packaging:
Once the straws are cut to length and shaped (if necessary), they are transferred to the collection and packaging station. The machine can be integrated with various packaging solutions, including single or multiple straw packing machines, ensuring seamless downstream processing.
Applications and Industries We Serve
Our Plastic Straw Making Machine is the ideal solution for various industries，1.Food industry: producing drinking straws, Lollipop sticks, Coffee stirring stick etc.
2.The other industry: producing ball pen refill, Cotton swab sticks, brake pipe and some pipe use for the industry.
Auxiliary Equipment
Air compressor & industrial chiller are necessary for the production
What Our Customers Are Saying
“Our production efficiency has significantly improved since we started using Flex’s Plastic Straw Making Machine. It’s fast, reliable, and incredibly easy to operate, even for our less experienced staff. We can now meet larger orders without delays, and the machine’s energy efficiency has helped reduce our operational costs.”
— John Doe, Production Manager,
“We’ve been able to customize straws in different sizes and colors, which has really helped us expand our product line and offer more options to our customers. The machine is incredibly flexible and can handle large production volumes without compromising on quality. We’ve experienced minimal downtime, and the after-sales support has been excellent.”
— Jane Smith, CEO
“Flex’s Plastic Straw Making Machine has been a game-changer for our business. The machine’s speed and precision allow us to produce high-quality straws that meet all of our clients’ specifications. We’ve also noticed a reduction in material waste, which has been a big cost-saver. Highly recommend it to any manufacturer looking to scale up production efficiently.”
— Michael Lee, Operations Director
“The transition to Flex’s Plastic Straw Making Machine was seamless, thanks to the intuitive PLC control system. Our team found it easy to set up and operate. Since implementing this machine, we’ve seen a 35% increase in production capacity and consistent product quality. The customer service has been responsive and helpful whenever we needed support.”
— Carlos Fernandez, Plant Manager
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Why Plastic Straw Still So Popular?
Plastic straws are still being used in most countries because they are cheap, convenient, and widely available. While people are aware of the harm plastic waste can cause, many may not be aware of the extent of the damage or the alternatives available.
The advantages of plastic straws include their affordability, durability, and ease of use. They are also lightweight and do not break easily, making them ideal for use in many settings, such as restaurants and fast-food chains.
Disadvantages of plastic straws include their contribution to plastic waste and the harm they can cause to marine life and the environment. They can take hundreds of years to degrade and often end up in the ocean, where they can harm or kill marine animals.
The future of plastic straws is uncertain, as many countries and cities have already implemented bans or restrictions on their use. However, some argue that plastic straws still have a place in certain industries and situations, and alternatives such as paper, metal, or silicone straws may not be as suitable for all purposes.
Ultimately, reducing our reliance on single-use plastics, including plastic straws, is essential for the health of the planet and future generations. It will require a shift in mindset and behavior on an individual and societal level, as well as innovation in the development of sustainable alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What materials can the plastic straw machine process?
Our machine processes PP (Polypropylene) and PE (Polyethylene), which are widely used materials in plastic straw production due to their durability and affordability.
2. What is the production capacity of the machine?
The production speed can reach up to [X] straws per minute, depending on the straw size and configuration.
3. Is it possible to produce different straw sizes with this machine?
Yes, the machine is versatile and can produce plastic straws in a wide range of diameters and lengths, customized to your specific requirements.
4. Do you provide warranty for your machine?
yes, we provide a 13 months warranty from the date of onboard, you will get our support all the time.
5. What kind of after-sales support do you offer?
We provide full after-sales support, including remote troubleshooting, spare parts supply, and on-site technical training for your team.
6. Is the machine difficult to operate?
No, the machine is equipped with a PLC control system and an easy-to-use touchscreen interface, making it simple to operate, even for teams with limited technical experience.