Benefits Of Using A Cup Sealing Machine

Sealed bubble tea cup inside a cup sealing machine

Running a bubble tea shop in the UK requires efficiency, quality processes and consistency across all areas of the business (and shopfront of course). While some bubble tea machines are not entirely essential, the cup sealing machine is one of the machines you do actually need to streamline the drink preparation process and your customers' experience.

If you don't already have one, let us explain why it could make your life better.

What is it?

A cup sealing machine is a machine that applies a firm plastic seal through heat to the top of a plastic or paper cup, creating an airtight and spill proof lid. Having a sealed lid is important in bubble tea shops, as bubble tea is often purchased on the go, meaning you can massively reduce the chance of spillage. At Taipec, our sealing machine ensures that every cup is sealed perfectly. We know that this can be a big investment, which is why we offer a one year warranty on our sealing machines. Watch our YouTube video on how to use our sealing machine.

Waste Reduction

Having a cup sealing machine means that all you need to order in terms of consumables is your takeaway cups and the plastic film  – you won't need to purchase cup lids again. This allows you to reduce your environmental impact, as the sealing machine can work on various cup sizes, 90mm and 95mm cup sizes with the use of an adjustment ring.

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Drink Quality & Durability

Having sealed drinks provides a better customer experience as the drinks are higher quality and more durable due to the airtight seal. Sealed lids can help maintain freshness and temperature but also prevent spillage for those customers who are on the go. Sealed lids also ensure no contamination, giving your customers peace of mind that the drink is safe to consume. When your customers have a good experience, they are more inclined to return to your shop.

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Branding & Personalisation

Another reason why a sealing machine is a great option for your business, is to add another branding touchpoint. Sealing film can have custom printing applied, with anything from your brands logo, colours or taglines to further reinforce your branding through all elements of your bubble tea. Bubble tea is a highly ‘instagrammable‘ drink, so having another element of branding can really help to reinforce your brand in the market.

Your branding and personalisation process for the plastic sealing film involves customising the sealing film with a business’s unique branding elements, such as their logo, colours, and taglines. This allows you to create a stronger brand presence and reinforce your identity with every sealed drink. Our custom sealing films are specifically designed to work seamlessly with our sealing machine, ensuring a secure, spill-proof seal without any operational issues. Here’s how the process works:

1. Private Label Customisation

We offer private label customisation for both cups and sealing films, meaning you can have your own branding printed on these items to enhance your marketing and customer experience. If you want customised sealing film, send us your logo (AI or PDF format), and we will provide a detailed pricing breakdown and the MOQ requirements.

2. Lead Time

Since our manufacturers are based in Taiwan, the production and delivery time for customised cups and sealing films takes approximately 3 to 4 months.

3. Pricing 

The cost of customised cups and sealing films depends on:

  • Number of colours in the logo,
  • Material used and
  • Shape & diameter specifications.

Because of these variables, an exact price cannot be given upfront. However, once the logo is provided in AI or PDF format, a precise quotation can be calculated.

4. Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)

The MOQ varies based on logo complexity. For example, a two-colour logo typically requires a minimum order of 30,000 cups, costing around £3,200 – £3,900. The more colours in the logo, the higher the cost.

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How Can Taipec Help?

At Taipec we sell all the ingredients and equipment you need to run a successful bubble tea shop, including our sealing machine, adjustment ring and plastic cups. So, if you want to enhance your shop’s operations and create a higher quality customer experience, consider adding a cup sealing machine to your workflow. We are here to help UK bubble tea shops thrive, so if you have any questions at all or are interested in customised sealing film, don't hesitate to reach out to us at bubbletea@taipec.com.