2024 Hot Sale Hard Plastic HDPE Bas Flake Double Stage Granulator Extruder

• Customization: Available
• After-sales Service: Long Life After Service
• Warranty: 1 Year
• Model NO.: TSSJ100~200 THSJ65~220 TCSJ85~180 TCDJ85~180
• Screw: Single-Screw
• Automation: Automatic
• Computerized: Computerized
• Customized: Customized
• Certification: CE, ISO9001:2008
• Condition: New
• Granules Shape: Round
• Cutting Way: Die Face Cutting
• After-Sale: Engineers Available to Service Machinery Overseas
• Plastic Type: HDPE LDPE LLDPE PP Film
• Type of Extruder: Deagassing Type
• Transport Package: Wrap Film
• Specification: TSSJ100~200 THSJ65~220 TCSJ85~180 TCDJ85~180
• Trademark: RETECH
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 8477201000
• Production Capacity: 300~3000kg/H
• Package Size: 1500.00cm * 600.00cm * 500.00cm
• Package Gross Weight: 15000.000kg

Product Description

2024 Hot Sale Hard Plastic HDPE BAS Flake Double Stage Granulator Extruder 

Product Description

A granulator is a machine used to convert large, bulk materials into smaller, uniform granules through a process known as granulation. This process is critical in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, plastics, agriculture, and food processing. Here's a detailed explanation of how a granulator works:

1. Feeding

The raw material, often in powder or bulk form, is fed into the granulator. This can be done manually or through automated systems, depending on the machine design and application. The feed rate is controlled to ensure consistent granulation quality.

2. Size Reduction

The core function of a granulator is to reduce the size of the material. This is achieved through:

• Cutting Blades or Rotors: Inside the granulator, high-speed rotating blades or rotors cut the material into smaller pieces. These blades are made from durable materials to handle various types of feedstocks.
• Fixed Blades or Stators: Complementing the rotating blades are fixed blades that assist in the cutting process. The material is sheared between the rotating and fixed blades.
• Screening or Sieving: After the initial size reduction, the material passes through a screen or sieve that ensures uniform granule size by allowing only particles of a certain size to pass through. Oversized particles are recirculated back into the granulator for further processing.

3. Granulation

The granulated material is then further refined to achieve the desired size and consistency. The granulation process can be categorized as:

• Dry Granulation: This method does not involve any liquid. It is suitable for materials that are sensitive to moisture or heat.
• Wet Granulation: A liquid binder is added to the material to help form granules. This is common in the pharmaceutical industry for making tablets.

4. Discharge

Once the material reaches the desired size, it is discharged from the machine. This can be done through various methods, such as gravity discharge, pneumatic conveyance, or mechanical conveyance.

5. Collection

The finished granules are collected for further processing, packaging, or distribution. In some systems, a dust collection system is integrated to manage any fine particles that are generated during the granulation process.

Uses of a Granulator

Granulators are used across various industries for different purposes:

1. Pharmaceutical Industry

   • Tablet Production: Granulators help in the formation of granules that are later compressed into tablets. This process improves the flowability and compressibility of the powder mix.
   • Capsule Filling: Granules are often used to fill capsules, ensuring accurate dosing and uniform distribution of the active ingredients.

2. Plastics Industry

   • Recycling: Granulators are essential in recycling plastic waste, converting scrap and off-spec products into uniform granules that can be re-melted and formed into new products.
   • Plastic Pellet Production: Raw plastic materials are granulated into pellets for easier handling and processing in injection molding or extrusion processes.

3. Agriculture

   • Fertilizer Production: Granulators convert raw materials into granules that are easy to handle, store, and apply in the field.
   • Animal Feed: Granulation improves the uniformity and density of animal feed, ensuring proper nutrition and ease of handling.

4. Food Industry

   • Instant Food Products: Ingredients like instant coffee, soup mixes, and spices are granulated to improve solubility and handling.
   • Snack Production: Granulators are used to create uniform particle sizes for snacks, cereals, and other processed foods.

5. Chemical Industry

   • Catalysts and Additives: Granulation helps in the production of catalysts, additives, and other chemicals that require uniform particle sizes for optimal performance.

Advantages of Using a Granulator

• Consistency: Produces uniform particle sizes, essential for consistent product quality.
• Efficiency: Enhances the efficiency of downstream processes such as mixing, extrusion, and compression.
• Material Utilization: Reduces waste by recycling materials into usable granules.
• Ease of Handling: Granules are easier to handle, transport, and store compared to bulk powders.

 

 

Product Parameters

 

Model	Diameter Screw	L/D	Power	Capacity PE	Capacity PP
RCSJ85-100	85/100mm	33:1	0.4kw/kg	160-220kg/h	120-200kg/h
RCSJ100-120	100/120mm	33:1	0.4kw/kg	260-320kg/h	220-250kg/h
RCSJ130-150	130/150mm	33:1	0.4kw/kg	450-550kg/h	400-450kg/h
RCSJ160-180	160/180mm	30:1	0.4kw/kg	650-750kg/h	500-600kg/h
RCSJ180-200	180/200mm	28:1	0.4kw/kg	900-1000kg/h	650-800kg/h

Certifications

 

FAQ

1. What is a granulator?

A granulator is a machine used to convert large, bulk materials into smaller, uniform granules through processes such as cutting, shearing, and screening. It is commonly used in industries like pharmaceuticals, plastics, agriculture, and food processing.

2. How does a granulator work?

The working principle of a granulator involves several steps:

• Feeding: Raw material is fed into the machine.
• Size Reduction: Material is cut and sheared by rotating and fixed blades.
• Screening: Granules pass through a screen to ensure uniform size.
• Discharge: Finished granules are discharged and collected.

3. What are the different types of granulation processes?

• Dry Granulation: Involves compressing the material without using liquids, suitable for moisture-sensitive products.
• Wet Granulation: Uses a liquid binder to form granules, commonly used in pharmaceuticals.

4. What industries use granulators?

• Pharmaceuticals: For tablet and capsule production.
• Plastics: For recycling and producing plastic pellets.
• Agriculture: For producing fertilizers and animal feed.
• Food Processing: For creating instant food products and snacks.
• Chemicals: For producing catalysts and additives.

5. What are the benefits of using a granulator?

• Uniform Particle Size: Ensures consistency in product quality.
• Efficiency: Enhances downstream processes like mixing and compression.
• Waste Reduction: Recycles materials into usable granules.
• Ease of Handling: Granules are easier to handle and transport compared to bulk powders.

6. What materials can be processed in a granulator?

Granulators can process a wide range of materials, including plastics, pharmaceuticals, organic waste, chemicals, and food ingredients.

7. How do you maintain a granulator?

Regular maintenance is crucial for optimal performance. This includes:

• Cleaning: Regular cleaning to prevent buildup of material.
• Blade Sharpening: Keeping blades sharp to ensure efficient cutting.
• Inspection: Routine checks for wear and tear on components.
• Lubrication: Ensuring moving parts are properly lubricated.

8. What factors should be considered when choosing a granulator?

• Material Type: Compatibility with the material to be processed.
• Capacity: Ability to handle the required volume.
• Size Reduction Needs: The desired size and uniformity of granules.
• Maintenance Requirements: Ease of maintenance and availability of spare parts.

9. What is the difference between a granulator and a shredder?

While both machines are used for size reduction, granulators produce smaller, more uniform granules suitable for further processing, whereas shredders break down materials into larger, irregular pieces.

10. Can a granulator handle mixed materials?

Some advanced granulators can process mixed materials, but typically, sorting and pre-processing might be required to ensure uniform granulation.
 

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Company Profile

Zhangjiagang Retech Machinery CO., LTD, nestled in the vibrant city of Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province, China, stands as a paragon of excellence in the realm of plastic recycling machinery manufacturing. With a storied history spanning over 15 years, our expertise has blossomed into a rich tapestry of professional technology, encompassing the intricate arts of machine design, research and development, precision processing, meticulous quality control, seamless on-site installation, and comprehensive after-sales service. Our one-stop system solutions are crafted to perfection, meeting and exceeding the diverse needs of our esteemed clientele.

Our illustrious product line includes a wide array of plastic recycling machinery, plastic washing and pelletizing machinery, and auxiliary equipment such as plastic shredders, crushers, and squeezers. Through continual dialogue and feedback with our valued customers, we relentlessly refine our machines, ensuring they evolve to become ever more efficient and effective.

Our dedication to excellence has propelled our machines across the globe, gracing over 60 countries and regions, including the UK, Germany, Russia, Mexico, Brazil, Japan, and Thailand. At Retech, we are unwavering in our commitment to delivering unparalleled value, striving to fulfill and surpass our customers' every requirement with each product and service we provide.

By continually pushing the boundaries of innovation and quality, Retech Machinery aspires to be a beacon of reliability and excellence in the plastic recycling industry, delivering solutions that are as sustainable as they are effective.