Vegetable Crate Mould

Industrial-grade vegetable crate mould designed for agricultural and logistics industries. Features maximum ventilation design for produce freshness and reinforced corners for excellent stacking strength. Suitable for cold chain logistics.

Cycle Time

45-55 seconds

Mould Life

600,000+ shots

Material

HDPE / PP

Key Features

Maximum ventilation design
Reinforced stacking corners
Anti-slip bottom
Forklift compatible
Food-grade material compatible

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Technical Specifications

Product Size	600 x 400 x 300 mm
Mould Size	900 x 700 x 600 mm
Cavity	1 cavity
Steel	718H / S136
Hardness	30-34 HRC
Runner System	Hot Runner (Valve Gate)
Ejection	Hydraulic Cylinder

Applications

Agriculture

Wholesale Markets

Cold Chain Logistics

Food Processing

Powering Agricultural Supply Chains Globally

Our vegetable crate moulds serve the backbone of fresh produce distribution, from field to fork, across six continents.

African Agricultural Export Success

A Kenyan vegetable exporter shipping to European markets faced a critical challenge: their crates were failing during the 4-week cold chain journey. We designed a reinforced crate with:

Enhanced corner strength for refrigerated container stacking
Maximum ventilation for consistent cooling
EURO pallet-compatible footprint (600x400mm)

The result: Zero crate failures in 2 years of operation, enabling the client to secure long-term EU supply contracts.

Cold Chain Design Requirements

Vegetable crates must survive extreme conditions:

Temperature: -25°C to +40°C
Humidity: 60-95% RH
Stacking: 12 crates high in refrigerated containers
Handling: Forklift, conveyor, manual

Our design addresses each requirement through material selection and geometric optimization.

Sustainability in Agricultural Packaging

Modern agricultural operations demand sustainable solutions:

Reusability: Our crates survive 100+ round trips
Recyclability: 100% recyclable at end of life
Returnable System Compatible: Works with major RPC systems

Heavy-Duty Engineering for Agricultural Logistics

Structural Design for Maximum Stacking

Agricultural crates face unique stacking challenges:

High stacking in cold storage (12+ crates)
Dynamic loads during transport
Temperature-induced material property changes

Corner Reinforcement System

We use a triple-rib corner design:

Feature	Purpose
Vertical ribs	Distribute vertical load
Diagonal gussets	Resist twisting forces
Base reinforcement	Prevent corner crushing

Material Selection for Temperature Extremes

Cold chain applications require careful material selection:

HDPE: Better impact resistance at low temperatures
PP: Higher stiffness but may become brittle below -10°C
Recommendation: HDPE for freezer applications, PP for chilled

Ventilation for Produce Quality

Our ventilation design balances airflow with strength:

Side walls: 25% open area for maximum airflow
Bottom: 15% open area with reinforced grid
Corners: Solid for structural integrity

Cooling Efficiency Data

Design	Time to cool 20kg vegetables from 25°C to 4°C
Standard crate (15% ventilation)	4.2 hours
Our design (25% side ventilation)	2.8 hours

Forklift Compatibility

The base design includes:

4-way forklift entry
100mm fork clearance
Reinforced fork contact areas
Anti-slip bottom surface

Why Choose Our Vegetable Crate Mould

EURO pallet compatible (600x400mm) for logistics efficiency

25% side ventilation for rapid produce cooling

Triple-rib corner design for 12-high stacking

4-way forklift entry with 100mm clearance

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our Vegetable Crate Mould

Is this crate compatible with EURO pallet systems?

Yes, the 600x400mm footprint is specifically designed for EURO pallet compatibility. Four crates fit perfectly on an 800x1200mm pallet, and six crates on a 1000x1200mm pallet, maximizing transport efficiency.

What is the temperature range for these crates?

With HDPE material, our crates operate safely from -30°C to +60°C. For PP material, we recommend limiting use to -10°C minimum. We can provide material certificates showing cold temperature performance.

How many crates can be safely stacked when full?

With the reinforced corner design, full crates (25kg load) can be stacked 12-high in static storage. For transport, we recommend 8-high maximum due to dynamic forces. Empty crates can nest 5:1 for return logistics.

Can these crates be used in automated warehouse systems?

Yes, the consistent dimensions and base design are compatible with major automated warehouse systems including Dematic, Swisslog, and AutoStore. We can provide dimensional tolerance certificates.

What produce types is this crate suitable for?

The design is optimized for medium-density produce like tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and leafy greens. For heavy produce like potatoes or dense root vegetables, we recommend our heavy-duty variant with thicker walls.