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Heavy Duty Granulators

  • Easy access for cleaning
  • Simple external blade adjustment
  • Manufactured to endure rugged use
  • Proven reliable design
  • Integrated feed conveyor option
  • Full conveying/de-dusting systems are available
Description

Summit Plastics Automation is a leading supplier of the GSH series of Heavy Duty Granulators, manufactured by ZERMA. 

These granulators are engineered for the most demanding circumstances, offering an average throughput capacity of 300-7000 kg/hr. Their durable bearings and V-Cut knife designs ensure effective cutting while minimising dust production.

The granulator series presents an array of rotor designs, spanning widths of 500 to 2400mm and diameters from 350 to 1100mm. Its robust, fully-welded steel construction can handle the toughest applications. The default V-Cut yields high-quality regrind with minimal fines in the material output. A removable third stator blade serves as a deflector wedge, facilitating quick adaptation to varied applications.

Zerma: Heavy Duty Granulator (GSH)

ZERMA GSH Heavy Duty Granulators are engineered to serve as reliable, robust machinery in rigorous applications. They are versatile enough to function as standalone central granulators for sizable in-house waste and are equally effective in post-consumer and post-industrial recycling processes.

Other features include:

  • A detachable deflector wedge, functioning as an additional stator blade, enables customisation of the rotor’s intensity at the initial cutting stage.
  • Various rotor options are available to cater to different needs. Each one incorporates V-Cut technology for superior regrind quality.
  • The standard model of the GSH 1100 series includes wide H-style rotors, available with 9, 11, or 13 rows of rotor blades, guaranteeing excellent output quality.
  • Granulators can be custom-made for specific applications, such as incorporating enlarged suction troughs to generate extremely high output.

To find out more about this range, visit the datasheet below.

What is a Heavy Duty Granulator?

A plastic granulator is used in the recycling industry to cut and reduce the size of larger plastic materials into smaller, manageable granules – which can then be repurposed, or recycled. The process not only helps in waste management but also contributes significantly to environmental sustainability.

A heavy duty granulator is a specialised version of a standard plastic granulator, engineered to withstand demanding operational requirements. This type of granulator is specifically designed for continuous, high-volume recovery of the toughest materials. The heavy duty nature of these machines indicates their robust construction and their capacity to process larger quantities of material without compromising efficiency.

These machines are capable of enduring high stress and strain, making them perfect for industrial applications where large-scale plastic recycling is necessary. 

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The Applications of Heavy Duty Granulators

Heavy Duty Granulators are versatile machines useful in various industries for their high capacity and powerful performance. Common applications include:

  • In-House Plastics Recycling: They are instrumental in recycling plastic waste generated internally, including moulding, profiles, films, and more.
  • Thick Walled Parts: Heavy Duty Granulators can effectively shred and granulate thick-walled parts, enhancing their recyclability.
  • Rubber: Granulators are used in the rubber industry to process tyre rubber and reclaim rubber products (amongst other things).
  • E-Waste: They play a crucial role in e-waste management, by granulating electronic waste for effective recycling.
  • Copper Cable: Heavy Duty Granulators are perfect for granulating household, telecoms, and industrial cables.

In essence, heavy duty granulators are invaluable assets in waste management and recycling across numerous sectors.

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Choosing Your Granulator

Summit Plastics Automation provide a range of plastic granulators, suitable for various applications. We encourage you to choose a system which best fits your unique requirements.

As mentioned, our heavy duty granulators are often best suited for large-scale and demanding projects. When selecting your system, factors to consider include:

  • Your intended application.
  • The types of materials you will be granulating (their size and strength).
  • Your intended feeding method.
  • Your desired dimensions (of the machine itself, dependent on your available space).
  • Your required capacities.

After-Sales and Repairs

Summit Plastics Automation offer an array of post-purchase services for your convenience and reassurance. Our goal is to ensure the optimum performance of your equipment over a prolonged period.

For clients with older models, we offer restoration and repair services. Our devoted team of service engineers strive to reinstate your machinery to its original condition, reducing your downtime. We have the flexibility to work either on-site or from our fully-equipped workshop in Tamworth.

Moreover, our engineers are available for preventative maintenance visits, a forward-thinking strategy aimed at enhancing your machinery’s performance and extending its longevity. These visits are specifically designed to prevent unforeseen equipment malfunction.

We invite you to explore these services further or to engage with us for your post-purchase and repair requirements. We are always ready to assist, so get in touch today to learn more.

Heavy Duty Granulators: FAQs

A plastic granulator works by reducing the size of plastic materials through a process known as granulation. The plastic is fed into the machine where it's cut into smaller pieces by sharp blades on a rotor. The design of these knives and the speed of the rotor have a significant impact on the granulation process. The friction generated during this process also produces heat, which aids in the size reduction. The reduced plastic pieces then pass through a screen, the size of which determines the final size of the granules. 

The granulation process is not only vital for the recycling industry but also for various plastic manufacturing processes, including injection moulding, blow moulding, and extrusion processes.

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