From product brief to approved production

See what to provide, what we assess and what you approve at each stage of a custom thermoformed tray project, from product requirements to repeat production.

MATERIAL / TOOLING / FORMING / INSPECTIONPETPPPSPVCFLOCK

Start with the manufacturing setup

Tonghou produces PET, PP and PS sheet, makes flocked packaging, and operates 3 integrated positive/negative-pressure forming machines and 5 ordinary high-speed thermoformers. The project review selects the route against material, structure and sample requirements.

Review sheet, pressure-forming and flocked packaging capabilities →

HOW A PROJECT MOVES FORWARD

How a custom tray project moves forward

From the first product details to sample approval, each step lists what you send and what we do. We agree the production plan, acceptance requirements and timing before ordering.

STAGE / 01

Understand the product and its use

You provide: A product, photo or drawing, approximate dimensions, intended use and expected quantity
We check: How the product sits in the tray, what needs protection and whether it will be stacked or moved
You receive: A clear requirement list that both sides can review

STAGE / 02

Choose a material direction

You provide: Appearance, rigidity, contact conditions, temperature and use environment
We check: Which of PET, PS, PP or flocked sheet best fits the stated use
You receive: A material direction to verify with a sample

STAGE / 03

Design the tray and tooling

You provide: Product dimensions or a physical sample, box space, loading method and pick-out method
We check: Cavity clearance, retaining points, ribs, edges, pick access and stacking
You receive: A tooling proposal and a clear sampling plan

STAGE / 04

Make and check the sample

You provide: A representative product, the current drawing and the points that matter most
We check: Fit, pick-out, appearance, stacking, box fit and agreed critical dimensions
You receive: A sample decision and a written list of any changes

STAGE / 05

Produce to the approved sample

You provide: The approved sample and agreed inspection points
We check: Whether the production trays match the approved sample and requirements
You receive: Inspection and change records for the order

STAGE / 06

Confirm packing and delivery

You provide: Nesting method, quantity per carton and transport requirements
We check: Whether trays separate easily, quantities are clear and cartons fit the product
You receive: An agreed packing method for the order

REAL PRODUCT EXAMPLES

What these real products show

These Tonghou product photos have cleaned backgrounds so cavities, dividers and edges are easier to see. Find a similar product, then use your physical samples or drawings to discuss dimensions and materials.

Owner-supplied transparent formed tray with multiple product cavities — Multi-cavity positioning
Separate cavities and a perimeter flange hold products in position.

Owner-supplied textured insert with a bottle-shaped cavity — Shaped bottle support
A bottle-shaped cavity, neck recess and textured surface.

Owner-supplied round formed tray with four compartments — Compartment and rim geometry
Four compartments with formed sidewalls and a continuous outer rim.

PRODUCTION FOOTAGE

See products and equipment in operation

The company’s production videos show product shapes and equipment in operation. Send your product details to discuss the process and scheduling for your order.