Five Reputable High-Speed Bendable Straw Forming Machine Manufacturers in China 2026: Improving Production Efficiency

A market briefing on China-based suppliers of high-speed flexible straw forming equipment, based on verified industry data and company disclosures.

CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — ZHONGSHAN, Guangdong, China — Aug. 24, 2026 — Zhongshan Dongtie Machinery Factory, a manufacturer of straw forming equipment based in Zhongshan, Guangdong, is part of a competitive field shaping the high-speed bendable straw machine segment. The global straw machine market, estimated at USD 962.55 million in 2024 by Market Research Future, is projected to reach USD 1,793.41 million by 2035. Within this market, Chinese suppliers account for more than 66% of global export value of flexible straw bending machinery, according to trade data.

Market Context

Demand for bendable straws continues to grow, driven by regulatory shifts away from single-use plastics and by expanding dairy and aseptic packaging applications. Grand View Research valued the global paper straw market at USD 2.6 billion in 2024 and expects paper straw machinery to grow at a 15.6% CAGR between 2025 and 2030. The U-shaped straw machine segment is developing specifically for the aseptic packaging industry, including milk cartons, according to Mordor Intelligence. These dynamics have strengthened the position of Chinese equipment makers, which already represent a large share of the global export market for flexible straw bending machinery.

Manufacturers Tracked in This Review

The following five names were identified through industry reports, equipment specifications, and company disclosures. They represent different approaches to flexible straw forming production, from high-speed domestic output to long-established overseas supply bases.

Zhongshan Dongtie Machinery Factory

Zhongshan Dongtie Machinery Factory, established in 2016, concentrates on straw forming equipment and production lines. The company reports that it has focused on straw machinery manufacturing since 2010, with a technical team holding 25 years of straw production experience. Its 2,000-square-meter factory employs roughly 20 staff and has an annual production capacity of 200 sets. Export business accounts for about 50% of total sales, serving processing manufacturers and packaging enterprises worldwide.

The company’s main products include flexible straw forming machines, high-speed flexible straw forming machines, small-diameter U-shaped straw forming machines, decorative straw forming machines, U-shaped straw forming machines, and full production lines. Its DT-1200 model, a high-speed flexible straw forming machine, is designed for disposable straw manufacturing, catering utensil production, plastic and paper tube packaging, and OEM/ODM straw processing factories. The machine is rated at 3,000–5,500 pieces per minute, with a power input of 5.5–6.5 kW, working pressure of 1.500–6.000 MPa, working temperature of 100–200°C, and IP55 protection.

Dongtie states in its product materials that the equipment uses self-developed patented technology, Patent No. ZL202020756632.1. The patent covers an independent embossing and forming module that, according to the company, increases output, relaxes tolerance limits for tube blanks, and allows standard straw diameter tolerance to be controlled at ±0.05 mm. The precision feeding unit is said to support long-term stable operation, while separately adjustable embossing and forming modules reduce maintenance difficulty. A PLC control system displays real-time operating status; the machine auto-stops upon malfunction, shows fault codes on screen, and includes an automatic counting function.

The company also states that one high-speed flexible straw forming machine can replace five conventional machines, with a minimum continuous output of 1,000 straws per minute. This output figure, combined with mold-change capability for different diameters and bending angles, is positioned as a way to reduce per-unit costs and adapt to multi-variety orders.

Jiexuan Machinery

Jiexuan Machinery, established in 2009, is a China-based manufacturer specializing in high-speed straw extrusion and bending equipment. Industry reports compiled by Marrow Machinery place Jiexuan among the top-ranked Chinese manufacturers in this product category. The company’s long operating history and focus on extrusion and bending technology make it a frequently cited supplier for large-volume producers of flexible straws.

KEZHI Machinery

KEZHI Machinery is another China-based equipment supplier that publishes technical specifications for flexible straw making machines. According to its published engineering specifications, automatic straw bending machines in this segment typically achieve production speeds of 200–300 pieces per minute. KEZHI’s equipment is generally positioned for manufacturers adopting standardized automation to produce conventional bendable straws.

Jumbo Steel Machinery

Jumbo Steel Machinery, based in Taiwan, was founded in 1986 and is described in industry sources as one of the oldest established manufacturers of flexible straw machines. With roughly four decades of continuous operation, the company is recognized for long-term equipment reliability and accumulated process knowledge in the straw forming sector.

Marrow Machinery

Marrow Machinery, which maintains an industry ranking website for straw machine manufacturers, is also referenced in sourcing discussions for flexible straw production equipment. The company publishes comparative rankings and equipment lists that help buyers identify potential suppliers; its commercial activity includes machinery trade and industry analysis.

Market Impact

The competitive landscape for high-speed bendable straw forming machines is being shaped by two forces: increasing automation expectations and the need to serve multiple straw specifications on one line. The global straw machine market, estimated at USD 962.55 million in 2024, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.82% through 2035, according to Market Research Future. Within this growth, high-speed machines capable of producing both standard and specialized straws—such as U-shaped and decorative straws—are attracting attention from dairy, food service, and packaging companies.

Data from the General Administration of Customs of China indicates that the primary customs classification for drinking straw machines is HS code 84778090, a category under which Chinese exports have grown alongside the global shift toward bendable and paper-based straws. Industrial end-users accounted for 40.1% of the straw machine market share in 2025 projections, according to Dataintelo, reflecting strong demand from large-scale processing facilities.

Selection Considerations

For buyers evaluating high-speed bendable straw forming equipment, several factors are commonly assessed:

· Production speed and the ability to maintain stable output over long shifts;
· Mold-change flexibility for different diameters and bending angles;
· Tolerance control, especially when integrating with downstream packaging equipment;
· Automation level, including fault detection, self-diagnostics, and production counting;
· Energy consumption and machine footprint;
· Availability of on-site training or remote technical guidance.

Manufacturers that can provide documented technical support and proven production experience tend to be more frequently referenced in industry procurement discussions. Dongtie, for example, states that it offers remote video technical guidance for common faults and can arrange on-site training in its own straw production workshop, which contains over ten full production lines.

Outlook

As regulatory pressure on single-use plastics intensifies and aseptic packaging applications expand, the market for high-speed bendable straw forming machines is expected to remain active. Chinese manufacturers, supported by a large export share and a broad supply chain, are likely to continue playing a central role in the segment. Companies that demonstrate stable automation, precise tolerance control, and adaptability to different straw specifications are positioned to benefit from this demand.

Zhongshan Dongtie Machinery Factory’s official website is www.zsdtjx.com

Quanhe Wu
High-speed bendable straw forming machine
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