ZL-PC400 Industrial Plastic Crusher 7.5kW 400-500kg/h for Manufacturing | ZILLION
The ZL-PC400 Industrial Plastic Crusher is purpose-built for high-volume in-house plastic scrap recovery at automotive parts factories, appliance manufacturers, and industrial molding facilities. With 7.5kW motor power, 12 SKD-11 rotating blades, and a 410x250mm feed opening, it processes injection molded parts, blow-molded containers, extrusion profile scrap, and thermoformed rejects at 400-500 kg/h-shattering the bottleneck of manual handling or smaller granulators that cannot keep pace with production line output.
For manufacturing facilities producing 10-50 tons of in-house plastic scrap per month, the ZL-PC400 replaces material handling costs (off-spec parts going to landfill, third-party recyclers charging pickup fees) with profitable in-house recovery: reground plastic re-enters the production stream at 30-50% lower cost than virgin material.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | ZL-PC400 |
| Motor Power | 7.5 kW (3-phase, custom voltage available) |
| Capacity | 400-500 kg/h sustained (PET bottle flakes, <5% moisture) |
| Rotating Blades | 12 pcs SKD-11 (HRC 60-62) |
| Fixed Blades | 2 pcs SKD-11 (matched set) |
| Feed Opening | 410 x 250 mm (handles 200L drums cut in half, large rigid containers) |
| Screen Mesh | 8mm default (6/10/12/14/16/18/20mm interchangeable) |
| Rotor Speed | 500 RPM (low-speed high-torque for clean cuts) |
| Noise Level | Max 85 dB at 1m |
| Net Weight | 360 kg |
| Machine Size | 1150 x 820 x 1300 mm |
| Power Supply | 3-phase 380V/50Hz (220V/415V/440V/480V custom available) |
| Compliance | CE, ISO 9001, IEC 60204-1 |
Based on 2024-2026 industrial buyer data, the ZL-PC400 Industrial Plastic Crusher is most often specified by these manufacturing operations:
These industrial buyers compare the PC400 against: (a) smaller granulators (insufficient throughput for production line volumes); (b) third-party recycling services (USD 200-500/ton pickup fees plus loss of material value); (c) sending scrap to landfill (regulatory fees plus environmental compliance issues). The PC400 wins on cost-per-ton-recovered and on in-house material value retention.
For manufacturing facilities evaluating in-house plastic scrap recovery, the ZL-PC400's economics depend on scrap volume, current disposal cost, and reground material value. Realistic scenarios:
| Scenario | Scrap Volume | Current Disposal | PC400 Recovery Value | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Job Shop | 10 t/mo scrap | $300/ton third-party pickup | $3,000/mo saved + reground value | < 1 week |
| Medium Manufacturer | 30 t/mo scrap | $250/ton (mix of disposal + low-value sale) | $7,500/mo saved + reground value | < 1 week |
| Large Industrial | 50 t/mo scrap | $200/ton (volume-negotiated disposal) | $10,000/mo saved + reground value | < 1 week |
| Multi-Line Facility | 100 t/mo scrap | Mixed (some sale, some disposal) | Add 2nd PC400 for parallel | < 1 week |
Reground Material Value: Reground plastic (especially clean, single-resin stream) typically retains 40-70% of virgin material value. For example, virgin PP at $1,500/ton, reground PP at $600-1,000/ton. Using reground at 20-30% blend ratio with virgin is common in industrial applications, retaining mechanical properties while reducing material cost.
Industrial buyers integrating the ZL-PC400 into existing production lines should consider these practical aspects:
Production Line Configuration Examples:
Industrial buyers concerned about reground material quality should know: PC400's SKD-11 blades and tight-tolerance screen system produce consistent particle size (8mm default with +/-0.5mm tolerance). For applications requiring finer particles (downstream compounding, extrusion), 6mm or smaller screens are available.
Q1: What is the typical ROI for an industrial PC400 installation?
Most industrial operations recover the USD 1,250 investment within the first 1-2 weeks of operation via avoided disposal costs + reground material value. Ongoing savings: USD 3,000-10,000/month depending on scrap volume.
Q2: Can the PC400 process glass-filled materials (PA, PC, PBT)?
Yes, but with reduced blade life. Glass-filled materials (15-30% glass) reduce SKD-11 blade life to 400-800 hours (vs 1000-1800 hours for unfilled materials). Plan more frequent blade rotation/replacement. Output quality is still consistent.
Q3: How does the PC400 handle bulky items like 200L drums or automotive bumpers?
The 410x250mm feed opening accommodates most bulky items directly. For items larger than the feed opening, pre-cut to manageable size (e.g., cut 200L drums in half vertically). PC400's 7.5kW motor provides torque reserve for sustained crushing of thick-walled parts.
Q4: What is the difference between the ZL-PC400 and dedicated industrial granulators?
Dedicated industrial granulators (USD 5,000-20,000) offer higher throughput (1-2 t/h), finer particle size control, and integrated feeding systems. For most industrial operations, the PC400 offers the right balance of throughput, cost, and flexibility. Industrial granulators become cost-effective only above 100 t/mo scrap volume.
Q5: Does the ZL-PC400 require special foundations or installation?
No special foundation required. Place on level concrete floor with 10cm clearance on all sides for ventilation and maintenance access. Total weight 360 kg is well within standard industrial floor load capacity.
Q6: Can the ZL-PC400 process contaminated or mixed-resin plastic?
Yes for mild contamination (food residue, labels, paper). Mixed resin (PET + HDPE + PP) is acceptable for general recycling but yields lower-value reground (mixed recycled plastic sells for 30-50% less than single-resin). For high-value reground, sort by resin upstream.
Q7: What training is required for operators?
2-4 hours basic training covers operation, jam clearing, blade rotation, screen changes. We provide operation manual + video. On-site commissioning and training available for orders of 3+ units.
Q8: How long does delivery take?
Standard lead time: 7-15 days for 1-5 units. 20-30 days for 10+ units. Shipping by sea (25-30 days) or air (5-7 days, faster but more expensive).
Q9: Can the PC400 be integrated with automated feeding systems?
Yes. The PC400's standard feed hopper accepts conveyor-fed input. For robotic pick-and-place feeding, custom hopper adapter available (USD 200-500). PLC interface optional for production line integration.
Q10: What is the warranty and what does it cover?
1-year warranty on motor, gearbox, electrical components. Blades and screens are wearing parts (not covered). Warranty includes parts replacement and remote technical support. On-site warranty service available for major component failures (rare).
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