The production of paper cups is a promising type of activity that does not require large initial investments, as well as special knowledge and experience. After all, disposable tableware has always been in demand, and not only in large cities, but also in small towns. It is worth noting that plastic products are gradually giving way to paper goods. This is due to the fact that the raw materials for its manufacture are not so harmless. Paper is an environmentally friendly product that can decompose completely within three years.
Are paper cups produced in Russia?
What features does the production of paper cups have? The business for the manufacture of such dishes will begin to pay off almost immediately. Indeed, in Russia paper products are practically not produced. Currently, there are no more than 20 companies that produce such dishes. They are located in the Urals, as well as in the central part of the country. However, most of them are engaged in the production of coffee glasses.
While foreign companies offer a wider range. The main suppliers of paper cups are European organizations, as well as Vietnam, China and Korea.
Is such a business relevant
The production of paper cups is an unoccupied niche in the market of our country. After some time, such a business will begin to bring considerable income to its owner. This is due to the almost complete absence of competitors, a large number of consumers, as well as year-round demand. It is only necessary to study the supply-demand ratio, as well as purchase the necessary equipment for the production of paper cups and raw materials.
Benefits
The business of making paper utensils, in this case cups, has many advantages, among which are:
- Payback of the enterprise. All investments will be returned to the owner within 6-12 months.
- A small amount for start-up capital. To purchase raw materials and equipment, it will take about 600 thousand rubles.
- The main production line is able to work throughout the day without stops.
- A machine with sufficient power is capable of producing up to 50 units of products per minute.
- In the manufacture of such products, modern technologies are applied, which guarantees high quality products.
- Glasses are made of laminated cardboard. The edges of each product are fixed by ultrasonic welding.
What is required for the organization of production
So how to start paper cup production? A business plan is a very important thing, which is drawn up after the registration of the enterprise. This takes into account information obtained after a thorough study of the market. A business plan allows you to determine supply and demand, occupy an empty niche and identify competitors. To start a business, you need:
- Register an enterprise.
- Choose a specific form of taxation.
- Find and rent a room. Its area should be more than 50 m 2 .
- Purchase equipment and raw materials.
- Get all permissions: local authorities, firefighters, SES.
- Hire workers.
Production Features
It is worth noting that the qualifications of employees do not really matter, since modern equipment is used to produce paper cups. Due to this, the process is fully automated. The production of such a plan is considered safe for the environment and humans.
As practice shows, the most popular goods are cups for coffee, the volume of which is 100 grams. Such containers are often used in the private trade. Cups for tea, the volume of which is 200 grams, are also in demand. It is worth noting that such dishes can be used not only for hot, but also for cold drinks.
Equipment selection
The production of paper cups is impossible without special equipment. Its cost directly depends on the country of manufacture, as well as on the model of the unit itself. The main supplier of such machines is the USA, as well as Korea, China and some European countries. Each unit has its own characteristics.
When choosing equipment, it is recommended that you carefully study all related documents. Do not forget that the reputation of the enterprise that produces machine tools also matters. This factor is also worth paying special attention to. This will help determine the choice of units. The average cost of the machine is about 600 thousand rubles.
Equipment from Europe and China
According to experts, the machine for the production of paper cups, made in Europe, has high productivity and power. The unit is capable of producing up to 250 units per minute. In addition, such equipment is considered not only economical, but also expensive. The cost of the machine exceeds 1 million rubles.
As for equipment from China, it is not very expensive. However, the units have disadvantages. First of all, this is a poor build quality. Because of this, the equipment often fails and requires repair. In addition, the units have low power and are capable of producing 30-80 cups in a minute.
Varieties of machine tools
It is worth noting that the machines for the production of paper cups are different. The best are those that use ultrasonic soldering. They are able to function non-stop and at fairly high speeds.
There are units that produce paper cups by thermal soldering. This is the easiest, but at the same time reliable method for gluing blanks.
What to buy
In addition to the machine, the entrepreneur will have to purchase interchangeable blanks. They are required for the manufacture of containers of various volumes, sizes and shapes. Otherwise, it will be possible to establish the production of a certain type of cups. If there is a desire to make containers with an ornament, inscriptions or logo, you will have to purchase an assembly that can print a specific print on paper.
In some cases, a machine for grinding raw materials is required. Such equipment not only cuts paper, but also speeds up the manufacturing process of thick blanks.
Expendable materials
Paper for the production of paper cups should be sufficiently thick and laminated. A certain type of cardboard is also suitable . In this case, the consumable should be sufficiently dense. This indicator is 120-280 grams per 1 m 2 .
Relatively recently, Finnish paper appeared on the market for raw materials. This consumable item quickly gained popularity. In addition, there are domestic enterprises that produce laminated paper for the production of cups.
When buying raw materials for your enterprise, it should be noted that for the production of 400 thousand units of production, at least 5 tons of consumables will be required.
Is such an enterprise profitable?
The production of paper cups is a good idea for those who want to start their own business and have small capital on hand. It is worth noting that there are not so many enterprises involved in this kind of activity. Production is not common in Russia. Therefore, calculating profitability is very difficult.
Workshops that work in several shifts and produce about 500 thousand units of products per month bring considerable profit to their owners. As the calculations of specialists show, a novice in such a case can earn a monthly income equal to 500 thousand rubles. In this situation, the company will pay off fully only after 3 years. However, profits may be greater. After all, this indicator depends on how the marketing of finished products is organized.