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Manufacturing process of Silicone Lunch Box !

Manufacturing process of Silicone Lunch Box !

2026-03-28

Manufacturing Process of Silicone Lunch Box

 
Silicone lunch boxes are typically made via compression molding (solid silicone) or liquid silicone rubber (LSR) injection molding, with strict food‑grade compliance (FDA, LFGB, SGS) throughout. Below is the complete, standardized production flow:
 

 

1. Raw Material Preparation (Food‑Grade Silicone)

 

Core Materials

 
  • Base: Food‑grade methyl vinyl silicone rubber (solid or liquid LSR)
  • Additives: Vulcanizing agent, color masterbatch, reinforcing filler (white carbon black), anti‑aging agent
  • Standards: Must meet FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, LFGB, and food contact safety regulations
 

Process Steps

 
  1. Weighing & Mixing
    • Solid silicone: Mix base rubber, vulcanizing agent, color, and additives in an internal mixer/open mill for ~30 mins at 40–60°C
    • LSR: Mix A/B components (1:1 ratio) with color/additives; vacuum deaerate to remove bubbles
     
  2. Aging (Solid Silicone Only)
    • Let mixed rubber rest 8–24 hours at room temperature for uniform dispersion
     
  3. Cutting & Weighing
    • Cut rubber into pre‑set weight/shape blanks (e.g., 50–200g per lunch box)
     
 

 

2. Mold Design & Fabrication

 
  • Design: 3D modeling for box body, lid, folding structure, sealing groove, and venting system
  • Material: High‑precision steel (S136, 718H) CNC‑machined; mirror‑polished for smooth surface
  • Testing: Trial mold to verify dimensions, demolding, and sealing before mass production
 

 

3. Molding & Vulcanization (Core Process)

 

Option A: Compression Molding (Most Common for Solid Silicone)

 
  1. Preheat mold to 160–180°C
  2. Place rubber blank into mold cavity; close mold and apply 10–15 MPa pressure
  3. Vulcanize under heat/pressure for 5–15 mins (time depends on thickness)
  4. Open mold; demold semi‑finished product
 

Option B: LSR Injection Molding (High Precision, Automation)

 
  1. Inject liquid silicone into closed, heated mold (150–170°C) via injection machine
  2. Rapid vulcanization in 30–120 seconds; high output, consistent quality
  3. Automatic demolding; suitable for complex, thin‑wall, or multi‑color designs
 

 

4. Post‑Processing

 
  1. Trimming & Deflashing
    • Remove burrs/flash manually, mechanically, or via cryogenic trimming
     
  2. Secondary Vulcanization
    • Bake at 180–200°C for 1–2 hours to eliminate residual volatiles, boost stability, and meet food safety
     
  3. Surface Treatment (Optional)
    • Printing, embossing, oil coating, or matte finishing for branding/function
     
  4. Assembly
    • Install sealing strips, buckles, or PP/ABS lids; attach handles/straps
     
 

 

5. Quality Control (100% Inspection)

 
  • Visual: Check for defects (bubbles, discoloration, deformation, incomplete filling)
  • Dimensional: Verify size, sealing fit, folding performance
  • Functional: Leak‑proof test, high/low‑temperature resistance, tensile strength
  • Safety: Food contact migration test (heavy metals, VOCs) per FDA/LFGB
  • Reliability: Repeated folding/collapsing durability test
 

 

6. Cleaning, Drying & Packaging