Custom CNC-Machined Aluminum Thermoforming Mold for Hinged Salad Bowls

Place of Origin:Shenzhen, China
Brand Name:HXW Mold
Certification:ISO 9001
Minimum Order Quantity:1 Set
Price:Negotiable
Payment Terms:60% T/T Deposit,40% Balance Before Shipment
Product Details
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Shaping Mode: Vacuum Forming
Product Material: Aluminium
Product: Vacuum Forming Mould
Material: Aluminum
Process: CNC
Runner: Hot Runner\ Cold Runner
Surface Treatment: Polishing
Tolerance: 0.02mm -0.05mm
Size: Customer Size Accepted
Thickness: As The Customer's Demand
Welcome: 2D/3D Drawings Or Sample
Service: OEM ODM
Delivery Time: 18-38 Days
Surface Treatment: Polishing / Mirror Polishing / Hard Anodizing / PTFE Coating / Sandblasting
Product Description

Product Overview

The Custom CNC-Machined Aluminum Thermoforming Mold for Hinged Salad Bowls is developed for plastic salad containers with an integrated lid and bowl. HXW Mold customizes the tooling according to the bowl capacity, sidewall profile, lid clearance and closure design, while matching the unfolded product layout to the available machine forming area.

CNC-machined aluminum components reproduce the bowl contours, reinforcing details and lid features specified in the approved drawing. For compatible multi-station equipment, forming, cutting and stacking tooling can be supplied together to support coordinated container production.

Tooling Scope Forming · Cutting · Stacking
Applications Salad Bowls · Hinged Packs
Sheet Materials PP · PET · PS
Machine Fit Custom Machine Integration

Engineering Focus

Hinged salad bowls combine a relatively deep container base with a shallower lid and connecting hinge. The tooling design coordinates material distribution, cooling, closure geometry and trimming so these features work together in the finished package.

01
Bowl Depth & Wall Distribution

Bowl depth, sidewall angles and base transitions are reviewed against the sheet grade and thickness. Vacuum passages and plug-assist geometry, where required, are developed to improve material distribution through the deeper sections.

02
Lid Profile & Hinge Transition

Lid clearance and the connecting hinge area are evaluated together with the bowl rim. Cooling arrangements account for the different forming depths to help maintain the intended lid and bowl shapes.

03
Rim Closure & Trim Position

The lid engagement profile, opening tabs and peripheral cut line are coordinated during mold design. Matching forming and cutting references helps the lid align with the bowl after folding.

04
Open-Pack Stacking & Machine Fit

The unfolded bowl-and-lid footprint, nesting clearance and collection direction are considered for stacking. Mounting positions, alignment features and air and water connections are customized to the production equipment.

Information Required for Customization

Send the salad bowl design and machine specifications so our engineering team can review the forming requirements, unfolded cavity layout and matching tooling configuration.

Product
Drawing or sample, bowl capacity, open and closed dimensions, lid depth, hinge and closure details
Sheet Material
PP, PET or PS sheet grade, thickness, appearance and intended package requirements
Thermoforming Machine
Machine brand, model, forming area, installation drawing and tooling interface specifications
Production Requirement
Required cavity quantity, target output, cutting method and open-container stacking arrangement
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you customize the salad bowl capacity and shape?

Yes. We can develop the mold according to your drawing or sample, including the bowl capacity, depth, sidewall shape and lid profile. The cavity arrangement is evaluated against the unfolded product dimensions and machine forming area.

How do you evaluate the hinged lid and closure?

We review the hinge position, lid-to-bowl alignment, rim engagement and opening features during design. Formed samples are checked during the mold trial to assess folding and closure performance with the selected sheet material.

Can the tooling work with our existing thermoforming line?

Yes. Provide the machine model, forming area and installation drawings for review. Forming, cutting and stacking tooling can be configured together where the equipment supports an integrated multi-station solution.

Is the salad bowl mold tested before shipment?

Yes. CNC-machined components and the assembled tooling are inspected before an in-house forming trial. Testing videos and formed samples can be provided for approval, including checks of the bowl shape, lid fit and trimmed outline.

What is the production time for a custom salad bowl mold?

Typical production takes 35–45 working days after receipt of the deposit and approval of the final mold drawing. The confirmed schedule depends on the product geometry, cavity quantity and number of tooling sets required.

Discuss Your Hinged Salad Bowl Mold Project

Send us your salad bowl drawing or sample together with the required capacity, sheet specifications, machine model and target output. Our engineers will review the bowl depth, hinged lid, closure profile and cavity layout before preparing a quotation.

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P*rfrom United Arab Emirates
Jul 8.2026
We were looking for a customized mold for premium cake packaging and the supplier understood our requirements quickly. The aluminum tooling is solid, the CNC machining is neat, and communication throughout the project was professional. A reliable supplier for customized bakery packaging molds.
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T*rfrom Germany
Jun 3.2026
The engineering support for this PET lid mold project was very helpful. The supplier communicated clearly about cavity layout, forming details, and mold structure, and they provided practical suggestions during the development stage. This made the project easier to move forward and gave us confidence in the final tooling solution.
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P*rfrom United Kingdom
Apr 28.2026
Good engineering support during the development of our bakery packaging mold. The team discussed the product dimensions, forming depth and mold structure with us before production and provided practical suggestions. Communication was efficient and the final tooling solution matched our packaging requirements well.
Product Summary

Product Overview The Custom CNC-Machined Aluminum Thermoforming Mold for Hinged Salad Bowls is developed for plastic salad containers with an integrated lid and bowl. HXW Mold customizes the tooling according to the bowl capacity, sidewall profile, lid clearance and closure design, while matching ...

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