Softgel Dry Tray With Bottom Hole

Made from 100% virgin food-grade HDPE, the trays are strong, lightweight, and easy to clean. Reinforced structure supports heavy loads, and anti-slip corners ensure stable stacking. Most softgel factories choose 5.5mm or 7mm hole size for best airflow and safety.

Optimal airflow for faster drying: Bottom holes (5.5mm or 7mm most common) plus side vents let warm air reach every softgel from below. Factories report noticeably shorter drying times when using these trays compared to solid-bottom trays. No wet spots, no sticking, and no surface marks on capsules.

Safe hole size prevents damage: Industry-proven 3.5–7mm range keeps capsules from falling through or getting trapped, even with oblong or high-oil formulas.

Strong yet lightweight construction: Virgin HDPE with reinforced ribs supports full loads without bending. Trays weigh only 0.71–1.76kg, so one worker can move stacks easily.

Stable stacking in production: Thickened anti-slip corners lock trays securely. Stacks of 20–30 trays stay straight on dollies or racks, perfect for automated lines.

Hygienic and easy to clean: Smooth surfaces and open mesh design rinse clean in minutes. No hidden dirt traps, helping meet strict pharma GMP and food-grade standards.

Space-efficient for logistics: External dimensions match Euro/US pallets and common stainless dollies. High stacking density reduces warehouse space and return shipping costs.

In softgel plants, these Softgel Drying Tray with Bottom Holes are used right after the tumble dryer. Workers spread the still-wet softgels in a single layer on the tray, stack 20–30 trays on a mobile dolly, and roll them into the controlled drying room or tunnel.

The bottom holes allow gentle airflow to reach the underside of each capsule, removing remaining moisture evenly. Factories flip the trays once or twice during the cycle for perfect hardness across the batch. This step prevents soft or sticky capsules that fail inspection and reduces rejection rates.

For high-oil or large oblong softgels, 7mm holes give stronger ventilation. For smaller or delicate capsules, 5.5mm or 6mm holes provide balanced airflow without risk of capsules dropping through. Contract manufacturers running multiple formulas use different hole sizes on the same line to match production needs without extra equipment.

The result is shorter overall drying cycles, lower energy use, fewer damaged capsules, and smoother flow to polishing, inspection, and packaging stations. Many buyers also use these trays for final drying of gummy candies or paintballs on the same equipment.

We make customization simple for your exact production line.

Add your company logo on the side or bottom for easy identification.

Choose any Pantone color to color-code different hole sizes or batches.

We can fine-tune hole patterns, add drop sides for extra airflow, or adjust outer dimensions to perfectly match your existing dollies and racks.

A reasonable MOQ is 500 pieces for mixed sizes in one container.

Long-term clients often order a full series to cover all their softgel formats.

As a direct factory, Enlightening Plast provides free samples shipped within 7 days so you can test them with your actual softgels (shipping costs to be covered by the customer). We send detailed photos and videos before shipment. Our technical team will review your capsule size, shape, and fill material and recommend the best hole size at no charge.

 We support stable 3–5 year supply contracts with priority production and price protection. Full export documents, quality certificates, and fast after-sales response are standard with every order. All products come with a 3-year warranty; any non-man-made damage during this period will be replaced free of charge. The expected service life of the products is 8–10 years.

Q1: Which hole size should I choose for my softgels?

Most factories use 5.5mm or 7mm for standard pharmaceutical softgels. Send us your capsule dimensions and oil content - we will test and recommend the best option to avoid falling through or slow drying.

Q2: Do these trays fit my current drying dollies and pallets?

Yes. The 810×595mm and 730×430mm sizes match industry-standard stainless dollies with proper spacing. They also load efficiently into 20GP and 40HQ containers.

Q3: How many cycles can one tray last?

With normal handling and regular washing, clients typically get 300–500+ uses. Virgin HDPE keeps its shape much longer than recycled material.

Q4: Are the trays food-grade and compliant with regulations?

All trays use 100% virgin food-grade HDPE. We supply FDA, REACH, RoHS, and LFGB compliance documents with every shipment.

Q5: Can I order different hole sizes in one container for different products?

Absolutely. Many buyers mix 5.5mm, 7mm, and 6mm trays in one order to cover their full range of softgel sizes without extra inventory cost.

Ready to improve your softgel drying efficiency and reduce costs? Contact Enlightening Plast today for free samples, technical advice, or a competitive factory quotation. We are a reliable manufacturer with strong export experience serving softgel encapsulation plants worldwide.