ZL-PC1200A Large Diameter Pipe Shredder 44kW 2000kg/h Petrochemical
Large municipal drainage pipe manufacturers producing 500-800mm diameter pipes for stormwater and sewer applications need crusher equipment that handles extra-large diameter pipes with high throughput. The ZL-PC1200A Pipe Profile Shredder delivers 2000 kg/h throughput with the 950 x 580 mm feed opening accepting 800mm diameter pipes for municipal drainage applications.
| Model | ZL-PC1200A | Power | 44 kW (60 HP) |
| Voltage | 3-Phase 380V / 50Hz | Motor Speed | 1480 rpm |
| Capacity | 2000 kg/h | Feed Opening | 950 x 580 mm |
| Rotating Blades | 28 pcs SKD-11 | Fixed Blades | 4 pcs SKD-11 |
| Screen Hole | 8-18 mm | Net Weight | 2500 kg |
| Machine Size (L x W x H) | 2300 x 1750 x 2500 mm | Crushing Chamber | 1000 x 620 mm |
| Material Compatibility | PET, PP, PE, PVC, ABS, PS, PC, PMMA, PA, PU | Noise Level | max 95 dB |
| Warranty | 1 year (consumables excluded) | Certifications | CE / ISO 9001:2015 |
The ZL-PC1200A Pipe Profile Shredder processes large municipal drainage pipes at 500-800mm diameter: stormwater pipe (500-600mm) at 1700-2000 kg/h, sewer pipe (600-700mm) at 1500-1700 kg/h, large trunk sewer pipe (700-800mm) at 1200-1500 kg/h. The diameter range covers standard large municipal drainage applications.
For large municipal drainage pipe manufacturers, the ZL-PC1200A's 800mm diameter capacity eliminates pre-cutting requirements for the largest stormwater and sewer pipes. The 2000 kg/h throughput processes the daily production scrap in 4-6 hours of continuous operation.
The ZL-PC1200A processes both corrugated and solid wall drainage pipes: solid wall pipe (10-15mm wall) at 1500-2000 kg/h, corrugated pipe (double-wall, ribbed) at 1000-1300 kg/h. The corrugated pipe processing requires more torque due to air pockets in the corrugations that absorb cutting energy.
For large municipal drainage pipe manufacturers producing both solid and corrugated pipe, the ZL-PC1200A's 44 kW motor handles both types without operator intervention. The rotor torque automatically adjusts to the cutting resistance, preventing rotor stall on corrugated pipe.
HDPE solid wall sewer pipe (12-15mm wall) is the standard for modern municipal sewer systems due to corrosion resistance and 50+ year service life. The ZL-PC1200A processes HDPE solid wall sewer pipe at 1500-1700 kg/h, supporting large municipal sewer pipe manufacturers.
For large municipal sewer pipe manufacturers, the ZL-PC1200A's HDPE processing capability enables closed-loop sewer pipe recycling with full material traceability. The municipal sewer pipe market is growing 8-12% annually in developing countries, driven by urbanization and infrastructure investment.
PVC stormwater management pipe includes solid wall and profile wall (corrugated outer, smooth inner) variants. The ZL-PC1200A processes both variants: solid wall PVC at 1700-2000 kg/h, profile wall PVC at 1200-1500 kg/h. The profile wall requires more torque due to the structural corrugations.
For stormwater management pipe manufacturers, the ZL-PC1200A's PVC processing capability with dust collection (mandatory for PVC) supports compliant stormwater pipe recycling. The dust collection system captures PVC dust at 99.9% efficiency, preventing combustible dust accumulation.
Closed-loop large municipal pipe recycling recovers PVC or HDPE from production scrap and reprocesses into new pipe at the same facility. The ZL-PC1200A Pipe Profile Shredder produces chips at 14-16mm screen that feed directly into the large pipe extrusion line.
For large municipal drainage pipe manufacturers processing 40,000 tonnes per year, the ZL-PC1200A's 1800 kg/h throughput processes the daily input in 8-10 hours. Annual material recovered: 36,000 tonnes (90% recovery), commanding USD 500/tonne (PVC) or USD 700/tonne (HDPE) vs virgin USD 900-1,300/tonne. Annual savings: USD 7.2-16.2 million. Payback period: 1-2 months.
Q: What is the maximum pipe diameter for large municipal drainage?
800mm diameter for direct feed without pre-cutting. The 950 x 580 mm feed opening accepts 6-meter pipe sections fed end-on for diameters up to 800mm.
Q: Can the ZL-PC1200A process corrugated drainage pipe?
Yes, at 1000-1300 kg/h. The 44 kW motor handles corrugated pipe cutting resistance without rotor stall, supporting both solid and corrugated drainage pipe production.
Q: What is the typical payback for large municipal pipe manufacturers?
1-2 months typical payback. The ZL-PC1200A capital cost is recovered in 1-2 months of closed-loop operation due to high PVC/HDPE resin savings (USD 400-600/tonne vs virgin).
Q: Can the ZL-PC1200A process HDPE solid wall sewer pipe?
Yes, at 1500-1700 kg/h. HDPE solid wall sewer pipe is the standard for modern municipal sewer systems, and the ZL-PC1200A's processing capability enables closed-loop recycling.
Q: What is the dust collection requirement for PVC pipe?
Mandatory dust collection (99.9% efficiency) for PVC pipe processing. The ZL-PC1200A ships with a 200 mm dust collection port that connects to industrial wet scrubber or explosion-proof baghouse.
The ZL-PC1200A sits in ZILLION's ZL-PC industrial shredder range between the smaller PC1000 and the larger PC1400A. At 44 kW and 2,000 kg/h, it is the right size for mid-volume applications that need more throughput than PC1000 but do not justify the capital cost of the PC1400A. For other applications or upstream pre-shredding in a two-stage recycling line, consider these related models and engineering resources:
The ZL-PC1200A integrates as a closed-loop regrind system: molded parts with defects, sprues, runners, and start-up scrap are fed directly into the shredder feed conveyor, shredded to granulate size, pneumatically conveyed back to the material loader, and mixed with virgin resin at a typical 15 to 30 percent ratio. The PLC interfaces with the molding machine via standard EUROMAP 67 or SPI protocol.
For a typical 200-ton-per-month injection molding operation using 30 percent regrind mix, the ZL-PC1200A pays for itself in 8 to 14 months through virgin material savings alone. Assumes virgin material cost of $1.50/kg and reclaimed material cost of $0.20/kg (energy + labor), with savings of $0.39/kg of reclaimed material.
The ZL-PC1200A delivers 1,800 to 2,000 kg/h sustained in 24/7 production environments. For injection molding operations with three-shift production, this translates to 28 to 30 tons per day of reclaimed material, which supports up to 800 tons per month of finished production with 30 percent regrind mix.
The ZL-PC1200A handles mixed polymer regrind with up to 5 percent cross-contamination without manual sorting. For mixed-polymer regrind (PP/PE/ABS mixed), ZILLION recommends the optional dual-screen system that allows quick screen changes between polymer types to prevent cross-contamination.
The ZL-PC1200A produces approximately 82 to 85 dB(A) at 1 meter. For indoor installations adjacent to molding cells, ZILLION recommends the optional sound-attenuating enclosure that reduces noise to 75 dB(A). For facilities with multiple shredders, cumulative noise should be factored into plant layout.
The ZL-PC1200A standard configuration includes a sealed cutting chamber with interlocked access doors to prevent cross-contamination from airborne particles. For pharmaceutical or food-contact molding, ZILLION provides the 316L stainless steel configuration with full wash-down capability for cleanroom regrind applications.
The ZL-PC1200 series delivers 44 kW of motor power at 2,000 kg/h of rated throughput. The following five worked examples let you verify throughput, lifecycle cost, and return-on-investment for your specific application before purchasing. All calculations use conservative operating assumptions and can be re-run with your site-specific energy rate, labor cost, and feedstock moisture content.
Question: How many tons per day can the ZL-PC1200 actually process in a real plant?
Calculation:
Interpretation: A single ZL-PC1200 delivers mid-sized plant throughput. For comparison, the larger ZL-PC1400A delivers 34 tons/day at 55 kW power, and the ZL-PC1400B delivers 60 tons/day. If your application requires more than 30 tons/day consistently, consider the PC1400A.
Question: What is the fully-loaded cost per ton over a 5-year life cycle?
Assumptions: 27 tons/day × 26 days/month × 12 months/year × 5 years = 42,120 tons over 5 years. Energy rate: $0.08/kWh. Labor: $5/hour for one operator.
Annual costs:
Total 5-year cost: ($4,000 + $9,799 + $1,900 + $400 + $24,960 + $1,000) × 5 = $210,295
Cost per ton over 5 years: $210,295 / 42,120 tons = $4.99/ton
Interpretation: At $4.99 per ton fully-loaded, the ZL-PC1200 is competitive with mid-size industrial shredders in the 1,500 to 2,000 kg/h class. Plants with lower energy rates (large industrial contracts at $0.05/kWh) can drive this below $4.50/ton; plants with higher labor costs push it toward $6.00/ton.
Question: How long do the SKD-11 blades last and what is the per-ton blade cost?
Calculation:
Interpretation: At 19 cents per ton, blade resharpening is a small fraction of TCO (about 3.8% of $4.99/ton). The four-edge indexable design effectively gives 4,000 to 4,800 hours between resharpening cycles, reducing labor cost as well.
Question: If we currently run a ZL-PC800 (30 kW / 1,000 kg/h), what is the payback period for upgrading to the ZL-PC1200?
Current state (ZL-PC800):
After upgrade (ZL-PC1200):
Annual savings:
Capital investment delta: $20,000 (PC1200) - $14,000 (PC800) = $6,000 net incremental investment
Payback period: $6,000 / $269,700/year = 0.022 years (about 8 days)
Interpretation: For plants running ZL-PC800 with available market demand, upgrading to a single ZL-PC1200 pays back in less than two weeks through throughput expansion. The 3.4× capacity increase creates substantial option value for new contracts.
Question: What does it cost in electricity to process one ton of plastic?
Calculation:
Cost per ton at common energy rates:
Interpretation: The ZL-PC1200 has similar energy efficiency to the larger ZL-PC1400 (15.4 kWh/ton) due to scale efficiency. The smaller motor (44 kW vs 55 kW) and lower throughput (2,000 vs 2,500 kg/h) cancel each other out at this capacity range.
The specifications, safety standards, blade material claims, lifecycle calculations, and ROI examples for the ZL-PC1200A and ZL-PC1200B industrial plastic shredders reference the following industry bodies and standards: