IML anti-theft food container mould are essential tools for producing secure and visually appealing food packaging. These moulds integrate the container forming process with label insertion, allowing manufacturers to produce containers efficiently while enhancing tamper-evidence and brand presentation.

Material Selection and Mould Design

The first step involves selecting high-quality materials for the mould, typically steel or aluminum, to ensure durability and precision. Moulds are designed according to the specific container size, shape, and label positioning. The design must accommodate anti-theft features, such as tamper-evident seals, while ensuring smooth material flow and consistent label placement.

Injection Molding with In-Mold Labeling

IML technology combines injection molding and labeling in a single process. A pre-printed label is placed inside the mould cavity before injecting molten plastic. The plastic bonds with the label during the injection process, creating a seamless, integrated design. This method ensures the label is durable, tamper-resistant, and resistant to peeling or fading.

Anti-Theft Feature Integration

Anti-theft features, such as breakable tabs, seals, or locking mechanisms, are incorporated into the mould design. These features ensure that the container cannot be opened without visible evidence of tampering. The precise machining of mould components is essential to maintain the integrity of both the container and its anti-theft functionality.

Finishing and Quality Control

After mould fabrication, each mould undergoes testing to ensure accurate label placement, correct anti-theft function, and consistent container dimensions. Polishing, surface treatment, and alignment checks are performed to maintain quality and prolong the mould’s service life.

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Steel hardness    HRC 48-52Hrc
Plastic material    PP
Injection System    Hot runner ,Hot runner valve gate 
Ejector System    ejection plate / air+robot
Cycle Time    7s-11S
Tooling time    45-65 Days
Mould life    1 million Shots-3 million shots