
Driven by global food delivery and ready-to-eal growth, bowls are the fastest-growing thermoforming application.
SAYEAH (20+ years) provides fully automatic bowl thermoforming equipment for PP, PS, PET, HIPS, PLA.
Key technology: servo-driven deep drawing → uniform wall thickness up to 240mm depth → ensures bowls hold hot liquids without collapse.
Features: multi-zone PID heating (±1°C), rapid mold change, integrated waste recycling.
Applications: instant noodle bowls (100,000/day) to high-end salad bowls for retail chains.
Instant Noodle Bowls — Deep PP bowls with insulated walls for hot-water filling. Tall geometry (150–180mm) with thickened rims for microwave and boiling-water safety. Highest-volume application globally.
Soup & Hot Food Bowls — Hot-fill PP bowls for takeaway soups, congee, hot delivery meals, and ready-to-eat rice dishes. Heat-resistant to 120°C, microwave-safe, often paired with matching lids.
Salad & Cold Food Bowls — Crystal-clear PET or APET bowls for grab-and-go salads, fruit bowls, poke bowls, and cold desserts. Premium transparency showcases the product — critical for retail shelf appeal.
| Material | Transparency | Max Temperature | Microwave Safe | Recyclable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PP (Polypropylene) | Translucent to opaque | 120°C | ✓ Yes | Yes (#5) |
| PS / HIPS (Polystyrene) | Opaque (HIPS) or clear (GPPS) | 70°C | ✗ No | Limited (#6) |
| PET / APET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) | Crystal clear | 70°C | ✗ No | Yes (#1) |
| PLA (Polylactic Acid) | Clear | 55°C | ✗ No | ♻ Compostable |
| CPET (Crystallized PET) | Opaque | 220°C | ✓ Yes (oven-safe) | Yes |
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