This story appeared in the inaugural edition of Plastics Recycling magazine in April 2016.
Plast-Agglomerator, type PFV-PC Pallmann says its compact agglomerator is well-suited to processing thermoplastics, such as PET bottles and film, and is able to handle materials with a moisture content of up to 10 percent. The feed material is cleaned in a washing system and then introduced into the agglomerator via a screw press or a centrifuge. The machine reduces the moisture content to less than 10 percent, eliminating the need for a costly upstream thermal drying process.
What's new? The machine, which Pallmann was scheduled to demonstrate at Plastics Recycling Show Europe, held in Brussels late last month.
Benefits Material integrity, speed and low energy consumption. Processing is performed below the materials' melting point by means of frictional heat, preserving its properties. The machine can achieve throughput rates of more than 2,200 pounds per hour, though its motor consumes less than 200 kilowatts of power.
Pallmann Industries Inc., Clifton, New Jersey, 973-471-1450, www.pallmann.eu
