Material Separation Technology
Trommel Machine for Plastic Recycling
Ensuring purity in plastic recycling. Our robust trommel machines effectively filter contaminants and separate materials, providing a clean feed for downstream processing.
The Sorting Process
How It Works
Simple, reliable, and highly effective trommel screening technology to separate small contaminants from your plastic stream.
Feeding & Tumbling
Raw material enters the large rotating drum. Internal flaps continuously flip and guide the stock forward, ensuring thorough exposure.
Screening
As the drum rotates (6-10 RPM), smaller contaminants like glass, sand, and fines pass through the mesh screen holes.
Separation & Discharge
Target materials larger than the mesh stay inside and are discharged at the end, while contaminants fall into a collection hopper below.
Engineered for Efficiency
Key Quality Indicators
Built to handle the heavy demands of modern Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) and high-capacity plastic recycling plants.
Self-Cleaning System
Equipped with automatic brush units that continuously clean the mesh filters during operation, preventing clogging and reducing maintenance downtime.
Robust Drive Options
Available in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive configurations to suit different operational loads and environmental conditions.
Variable Control
Includes frequency inverters for precise speed control and synchronization, allowing operators to optimize throughput for specific material types.
Heavy-Duty Construction
Reinforced steel frame and wear-resistant drum liners built for 24/7 continuous operation in harsh industrial recycling environments with minimal structural fatigue.
Technical Specifications
Standard dimensions and performance metrics. Custom sizes available on request.
| Machine Model | Standard Industrial Trommel |
|---|---|
| Drum Dimensions | ⌀2000mm x 1200mm (Length) |
| Motor Power | 11KW x 2 (Main Drive) |
| Rotating Speed | 6 – 10 RPM (Adjustable) |
| Tilt Angle | 3 Degrees |
| Features | Auto-Cleaning Brushes, Variable Frequency Drive |
| Compliance | CE Certified |
Versatile Applications
Application Scenarios
Our trommel machines are widely adopted across diverse recycling and waste management operations.
MRF & Municipal Waste
Pre-sort mixed municipal solid waste at Material Recovery Facilities, removing fines and small contaminants before downstream sorting.
PET/HDPE Bottle Recycling
Separate labels, caps, and dirt from post-consumer plastic bottles to ensure clean flake output for pelletizing.
Film & Flexible Packaging
Remove sand, glass fragments, and organic residues from agricultural and post-consumer plastic film streams.
Compost & Biomass
Screen compost and biomass materials to achieve uniform particle size and remove oversized contaminants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the mesh screen size is fully customizable depending on your target material and the size of contaminants you need to filter out.
It is highly versatile and effective for mixed municipal waste, plastic bottles (PET/HDPE), mixed films, and even compost or biomass separation.
The nylon brushes are durable and long-lasting. Typically, they need inspection every 6 months and replacement every 12-18 months depending on usage intensity.
Ready to Optimize Your Sorting?
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