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2-Piece DRD Can Lines

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2-piece DRD can lines are automated production systems that manufacture metal containers using the Draw-and-Redraw (DRD) forming process. By performing continuous stamping, drawing, redrawing, shaping, and trimming on metal sheets, the system transforms raw materials into integrated can bodies within a short period of time. These cans are widely used in the packaging of food, beverages, pet food, chemical products, and certain industrial goods. As a professional manufacturer and integrated solution provider located in Zhoushan—one of China’s major production bases for metal packaging machinery—we have long been dedicated to the research and development of automated can-making lines and metal lid production lines. Through years of engineering practice, we have developed an in-depth understanding of DRD equipment structure, process parameter control, and application requirements.

The core of the 2-piece DRD process lies in forming the metal sheet through “one primary draw + multiple redraws,” allowing the material to gradually stretch into a high-strength can body while maintaining uniform wall thickness. Compared with three-piece cans, DRD cans eliminate the need for welding seams, resulting in enhanced structural integrity. The seamless body also improves compatibility with internal coating, sealing, and high-pressure sterilization processes. To ensure stable product quality and high production efficiency, a modern DRD can line typically consists of decoiling and lubrication, blanking, drawing, redrawing, shaping, trimming, punching, washing, drying, internal and external coating, curing, online inspection, palletizing, and packaging. The entire line operates in a continuous rhythm, with each module working in coordination to keep material movement stable throughout the process, effectively preventing uneven drawing, wrinkling, cracking, and other defects.

As a metal packaging machinery manufacturer, we focus on compact structure, automation coordination, and process consistency in the design of DRD can lines. The decoiling and feeding system adopts precise control to ensure proper flatness and tension before entering the blanking station. The drawing and redrawing modules utilize optimized tooling design, improved lubrication methods, and controlled stroke speed to maintain uniform material deformation. The shaping and trimming units ensure stable can dimensions and a smooth open end, providing reliable conditions for subsequent seaming and labeling processes. Meanwhile, the washing and coating systems use digitalized temperature control, spray volume management, and curing time monitoring to ensure strong corrosion resistance. Key production stages can be equipped with online vision inspection systems capable of detecting wall thickness variations, bottom formation issues, open-end flatness, and surface defects, significantly improving the overall yield rate.

Thanks to their lightweight structure, pressure resistance, strong sealing performance, and high production efficiency, 2-piece DRD cans are widely used across multiple packaging sectors. In the food industry, DRD cans are commonly used for meat, fish, soups, and ready-to-eat meals. In the pet food market, their thicker walls and excellent sealing performance make DRD cans suitable for wet food products. In chemical packaging, the seamless structure enhances safety and corrosion resistance. As market demands diversify, DRD cans continue to evolve in shapes, sizes, and coating systems, placing higher requirements on line compatibility, flexibility, and production stability.

Specification

Model Blank Size (mm) Can Height (mm) SPM
DRD-120 120–165 30–80 70–90
DRD-150 150–190 40–110 65–85
DRD-180 180–220 50–130 60–80
DRD-210 210–250 60–150 55–75
DRD-240 240–280 70–180 50–70

Application Directions of 2-piece DRD Can Lines

Food Packaging Industry

Due to their high strength, reliable sealing performance, and seamless body structure, 2-piece DRD cans are widely used for meat products, fish products, soups, sauces, breakfast foods, and ready-to-eat meals. Their monoblock structure can withstand high-temperature sterilization processes, ensuring stable food quality.

Beverage and Functional Product Packaging

Although the beverage industry mainly uses 2-piece DWI technology, some functional drinks, small-volume beverages, and specialty metal containers still adopt DRD technology. The high-strength can body is suitable for products requiring pressure resistance, heating, or special filling conditions.

Chemical and Industrial Product Packaging

For small-capacity chemical products such as lubricating grease, adhesives, and laboratory reagents, the seamless structure of 2-piece DRD cans provides good corrosion resistance and sealing performance, ensuring content stability during storage and transportation.

Pharmaceutical and Nutritional Product Packaging

DRD cans offer excellent hygiene, strong body integrity, and controlled internal coating options, making them suitable for certain medicines, nutritional supplements, and products that require high packaging cleanliness.

Specialty Packaging and High-end Customized Containers

DRD production lines can flexibly produce various can shapes, such as oval, rounded-square, or deep-drawn styles. This makes them valuable for premium packaging applications, including gift foods, high-end food products, fine chemicals, and outdoor consumer goods.

Products with High Pressure or Strength Requirements

Because 2-piece DRD cans are formed through the continuous draw-and-redraw process, the resulting monoblock body offers higher strength. This makes them suitable for packaging products that require resistance to deformation, pressure filling, or harsh transportation conditions.

Advantages of 2-piece DRD Can Lines

  • Seamless one-piece structure for reliable sealing performance


    The DRD process forms the can body through a single deep drawing operation followed by multiple redraws, resulting in a seamless and continuous can wall. Without the side seam found in traditional three-piece cans, DRD cans offer enhanced sealing performance, leak resistance, and improved durability. This structure also minimizes the risk of corrosion caused by uneven coating at welded seams.

  • High-strength can body suitable for high-temperature and high-pressure processing


    During deep drawing, the metal’s internal structure is redistributed and uniformly extended, significantly improving the can’s compressive strength. DRD cans are capable of withstanding retort sterilization, high-pressure filling, pasteurization, and mechanical impact during transportation, making them ideal for food, pet food, and chemical packaging.

  • Lightweight design that reduces material consumption and lowers costs


    DRD cans can be produced with thinner walls while retaining their required strength. This lightweight design helps reduce metal usage and overall production costs while improving logistics efficiency, supporting sustainable manufacturing.

  • High dimensional accuracy and uniformity suitable for high-speed lines


    Produced through a continuous automated process, DRD cans exhibit excellent consistency in roundness, sidewall height, and rim flatness. These qualities are crucial for smooth operation on high-speed filling machines, labeling systems, and automated packaging lines, greatly enhancing overall plant productivity.

  • More uniform internal coating for improved product safety


    With no welded seams inside the can, internal coating is more evenly applied and adheres better. This reduces the risk of corrosion and metal migration, making DRD cans particularly suitable for acidic foods, protein-based products, pet wet food, and chemical contents that require higher protection.

  • Compatible with multiple metal materials such as tinplate, aluminum, and alloys


    DRD can lines can be adjusted to accommodate different metals depending on product requirements. By optimizing die design, lubrication systems, and stroke control, the production line can efficiently process materials like tinplate for strength-intensive applications or aluminum for lightweight packaging.

  • Flexible can design options for diversified packaging needs


    The DRD process enables the manufacturing of various can shapes, including round, oval, rectangular, and other specialty designs. This flexibility enhances product branding, supports premium packaging, and meets customized requirements for niche markets.

  • Easy maintenance and low long-term operating cost


    Key components adopt standardized, durable modules, reducing maintenance frequency. Automated lubrication and monitoring systems provide early warnings for wear or abnormalities, minimizing downtime and ensuring stable daily operation.

About Us
Zhoushan Sinda Machinery Co., Ltd.
The professional manufacturer and solution maker for metal packing machinery, which is located in Zhoushan, the main production base of metal packing machinery and equipment in China. We mainly focus on various automatic can-making and metal lids lines and other metal packaging machines, including Easy open-end (EOE) Production Lines, 2-piece DRD Can lines, Food Tin Can lines, Chemical Tin Can Lines, Fancy Tin Can Line, Aerosol Dome & Cone Line, Metal Lids & Bottom Production Line, Duplex Slitter...
As a rich experienced manufacturer & exporter in the metal packing machinery field, we provide our clients not only the suitable solutions and high-quality machines but also the lifetime after-sale service.

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