Industrial granulators for plastic recycling
Streamline your recycling operations with a solution that not only reduces energy consumption but also handles various plastic forms, enabling efficient material preparation for subsequent processes.

Simultaneously Shreds and Granulates Mixed Materials
The Polyplex PPC Shredder-Granulator from Hosokawa Alpine seamlessly integrates shredding and granulating functions, making it ideal for handling mixed materials in diverse industries such as chemicals, food, and recycling. Its unique vertical rotor design maximizes efficiency by allowing direct feeding of heterogeneous inputs without pre-sorting, significantly reducing handling time. Engineered for rugged performance, this unit excels at producing precise particle sizes for end-products like PVC pipes, calcium carbonate fillers, and lithium battery electrodes, with capabilities of processing various textures simultaneously. Its modular construction facilitates easy integration into existing systems and minimizes downtime due to its accessible design for straightforward cleaning and maintenance. Equipped with energy-efficient motors, the Polyplex PPC consumes less power, aligning with sustainability goals. The machine is available in corrosion-resistant materials, suitable for harsh environments, and adheres to industry standards, providing reliable performance across applications. Such versatility and efficiency make it a vital component in any manufacturing line striving for optimal material handling and throughput.
Benefits
- Enhances production efficiency by combining shredding and granulating in one process.
- Lowers operational costs with energy-efficient motor design.
- Accommodates mixed-material processing without pre-sorting, saving time.
- Facilitates quick cleaning and maintenance, reducing downtime.
- Built with corrosion-resistant materials for long-lasting durability in harsh environments.
- Applications
- Sugar and sweeteners,Dishwashing powder,Lithium-ion batteries,Lactose and dairy products,Minerals,Technical ceramic,Powder coating,Talc,Chemicals,Food,Flame retardants,Fertiliser,Pharma,Additive manufacturing,Animal feed,Special flours,Titanium dioxide,Industrial wax,Metals,Cocoa processing,Recycling,Calcium carbonate,Thickening agents,Protein shifting,Hard minerals
- End products
- Pet preforms,Detergent tablets,3d-printed metal parts,Titanium pigment,Chocolate liquor,Confectionery coatings,Rubber seals,Calcium carbonate fillers,Safety glasses,Corn syrup,Lithium battery electrodes,Aluminum oxide powders,Adhesives and sealants,Tablet excipients,Gelatin,Instant pudding mixes,Talcum powder,Pla filaments,Pvc pipes,Fertilizer granules,Polyurethane foams,Lactose powder,Non-stick coatings
- Steps before
- Sorting,Collection,Inspection
- Steps after
- Recycling,Packaging,Quality Control
- Input ingredients
- plastic waste,rubber,cable waste,fibrous material,hollow bodies,injection moulding,profiles,pipes,plates,chunks,products from the food industry,industrial waste,leather,paper
- Output ingredients
- recycled plastic,granulates,shredded materials,size reduction of mouldings,blown containers,sprues and flashes,fine milling of soft to medium-hard plastics,comminution of materials
- Market info
- Hosokawa Alpine is known for its expertise in manufacturing advanced process equipment and systems for powder and particle processing technology. It has a strong reputation for innovation, quality engineering, and customer-focused solutions in various industries.
- Capacity
- 50–2000 kg/h
- Energy efficiency
- Low kWh/kg
- Fineness range
- Several hundred µm to 2 mm
- Throughput rate
- High
- Automation
- PLC-controlled
- Material compatibility
- Plastic,rubber,cable,food
- Cutting force
- High
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC / SCADA
- CIP/SIP
- CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Material types
- Plastic,rubber,cable,food industry products
- Shredding versatility
- Fibrous material,hollow bodies,injection mouldings,profiles,and pipes
- Compact footprint
- Yes
- Control panel type
- Touchscreen
- Discharge method
- Gravity
- Machine configuration
- Single-shaft,Multi-blade
- Design type
- Modular
- Machine dimensions
- Varies by model
- Feed type compatibility
- Flexible for various materials
- Construction material
- Stainless Steel
- Size reduction range
- Several hundred µm to 2 mm
- Control panel type
- Touchscreen / Button-operated
- Integration possibilities
- PLC / SCADA integration
- Customizable cutting chamber
- Different sizes available
- Shaft design
- Single-shaft / Dual-shaft
- Motor options
- Variable speed motor
- Material compatibility
- Stainless steel / Carbon steel