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As Nepal progresses toward ecological sustainability in its practices, the market for biodegradable and eco-friendly products is growing. Paper plates and Duna Thalis, which are large, bowl-like paper expansions, are becoming more established in religious functions, weddings, temples, food carts, and community events.
If you are an aspiring entrepreneur or a small manufacturer in Nepal, a Paper Plate Duna Thali Machine could be a creative investment in the expanding eco-packaging market.
This guide will provide detailed information on the Paper Plate Duna Thali Machine in Nepal, including machine types, features, cost estimates (NPR), instructions for operation, and advice on how to develop a profitable and competitive Duna Thali production business.
A paper plate Duna Thali machine is a mechanical or hydraulic machine to make disposable Duna Thalis, which are deep, bowl-like, paper plates, designed to heat and press raw sheets of paper into a final fixed shape by heat/pressure, and some type of die (mold).
Common materials typically used are laminated paper rolls, silver/golden paper, or biodegradable materials (such as areca leaves or sugarcane pulp).
These machines vary in terms of automation, production capacity, some components, and power usage to suit all commercial-sized productions, from small-scale village-based production to industrial-based units.
Here is a summary of the types of machines available in Nepal, and current costs, capacities, and pros/cons.
When considering a Paper Plate machine, the following features can be critical to performance and ROI:
Dies shape the edges, depth, and style of your Duna Thali. Prices in Nepal, per inch of diameter:
Most machines come with at least one die; other shape dies incur charges per inch, so it's helpful to plan out your set of dies beforehand.
|
Machine |
Price (NPR) |
Dies Included |
Setup/Oil (NPR) |
Total Setup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Manual Crank |
~45,000 |
1 |
Minimal |
~45,000 |
|
Semi-auto Single Die |
120,000–150,000 |
1 |
10,000 |
~160,000 |
|
Semi-auto Double Die |
190,000–250,000 |
1 |
15,000 |
~265,000 |
|
Hydraulic Single Head |
175,000–215,000 |
1 |
15,000 |
~230,000 |
|
250,000–310,000 |
2 |
20,000 |
~350,000 |
|
|
Fully‑Auto 5‑Roller |
300,000–380,000 |
2 |
25,000 |
~425,000 |
|
Fully‑Auto 10‑Roller |
345,000–470,000 |
2 |
30,000 |
~500,000 |
Monthly Operating Costs (common across models except manual):
Total monthly = ~NPR 60,000–175,000
Assuming a sales price of NPR 1.5 per plate and an 8-hour operation:
|
Machine Type |
Output/hr |
Daily Output |
Daily Revenue (NPR) |
Daily Expenses (NPR) |
Daily Profit (NPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Manual |
400 |
3,200 |
4,800 |
2,200 |
+2,600 |
|
Semi-auto Single Die |
1,000 |
8,000 |
12,000 |
5,500 |
+6,500 |
|
Semi-auto Double Die |
2,000 |
16,000 |
24,000 |
9,000 |
+15,000 |
|
Hydraulic Single Head |
1,200 |
9,600 |
14,400 |
8,500 |
+5,900 |
|
Hydraulic Double Head |
2,200 |
17,600 |
26,400 |
11,000 |
+15,400 |
|
Fully-Auto 5-Roller |
3,000 |
24,000 |
36,000 |
15,000 |
+21,000 |
|
Fully-Auto 10-Roller |
3,500 (est.) |
28,000 |
42,000 |
17,000 |
+25,000 |
Takeaway: Even a semi-auto double die setup (~NPR 265k) will fold over at least NPR 300k/month profits with quick ROI.
Changing Nepal (Balkot, Bhaktapur):
Bhagwati Machinery (Butwal):
Manufacturers' manual, hydraulic and automatic leaf-and-paper machines.
i) Secure site: ~100–200 ft² workshop with stable 220 V electricity supply.
ii) Install and test: Place the machine, connect the motor, hydraulic oil, and heaters.
iii) Raw stock: paper rolls from traders or direct import.
iv) Workflow: unroll → feed → press → stack → inspect → package.
v) Packaging: Bundled into rolls of 50 - 100 pcs using limited or compostable film label.
vi) Sales focus: catering firms, temples, event planning companies, NGOs, and street vendors.
vii) Permits: Verify Municipal approval for biodegradable production.
- Price risk on paper: import paper prices can vary for extra margins from NPR 135 - 190/kg.
- Energy risk: transformer challenges or outages could hinder your output.
- Quality risk: unacceptable leaky plates can jeopardize your dependability and clients' trust.
- Price risk: Imports from India can provide extremely aggressive pricing, to risk local players; therefore, you need to focus on "Made in Nepal" and local economy viability.
With the increasing demand for disposable plates and greater eco-awareness, Nepal is poised for tremendous expansion in the Duna Thali industry. Whether you are just setting up a minor village workshop or a semi-commercial enterprise, there is a machine option to work at the scale to fit your needs:
By approaching this transition with discipline, you can also build sustainable, profit-generating businesses with positive social and environmental impact for local communities, reduce plastic consumption, and support the production of Nepalese hands for sustainable manufacturing. You can invest in anything from affordable manual machines to high-scale capacity fully automatic roller machines that can provide you with profit and environmental benefits, working in this sector.
Are you ready to take your next step? Reach out to Changing Nepal Machinery-- a leading supplier of Duna Thali Machines, Duna Thali dies, and after-sales service in Nepal. Changing Nepal Machinery is located in Balkot, Bhaktapur, and is proud to offer a comprehensive range, from entry-level single-die machines to double-die hydraulic machines.
Depending on the machine, your start-up costs can range from NPR 45,000 (manual) to NPR 5 lakh (fully automatic). Monthly factory costs are NPR 60,000 to NPR 175,000, and many set-ups are breaking even within 2-4 months.
If you are a beginner and looking to scale quickly, consider a semi-automated double-die crank machine. It is relatively inexpensive (NPR 190,000-250,000) and has higher production (1,800-2,400 pcs/hr), so fulfilling large orders for caterers, temples, and events will be easier!
Yes! Most machines for sale from reputable suppliers, like Changing Nepal, support laminated paper, leaf-style sheets, and even biodegradable pulp. Just check with the supplier to validate the raw materials they can support.