Types of Granulators We Work With

GM Diagnostics understand that efficient material handling is critical to many industries and different types of Granulators. This applies from recycling and manufacturing to pharmaceuticals and agriculture. Granulators, shredders, and conveyors play an essential role in reducing, processing, and transporting materials for commercial operational efficiency.

Our team specialises in working with various types of granulators, shredders, and conveyors. As a result, GM Diagnostics providing top-notch servicing, maintenance, and optimisation to ensure these systems operate smoothly.

  • Bano
  • Cimp
  • Columbus McKinnon
  • Cumberland
  • Dragon
  • Eldan
  • Falzoni
  • Genox
  • Getecha
  • Giziger
  • Herbold
  • Jesma
  • Linder
  • Maier
  • Mewa
  • MTB
  • Preverio
  • Rapid
  • Satrind
  • Terrier
  • Tria
  • Untha
  • Vecoplan
  • Wiema
  • Zerma

Types of Granulators

Single-Shaft Granulators

Single-shaft granulators are widely used in industries requiring the size reduction of bulky materials such as plastic, rubber, and textiles. They feature a single rotating shaft equipped with cutting blades that shear material into smaller, more manageable pieces.

Features:

  • Precision Cutting: Single-shaft granulators are designed for precise material reduction, thus ensuring uniform granule size.
  • Interchangeable Screens: These machines come with screens that allow customisation of the output granule size by adjusting the screen’s mesh size.
  • Low Energy Consumption: Majority of modern single-shaft granulators are energy-efficient. Therefore, this makes for effective granulation without consuming excessive power.

Applications:

  • Plastic Recycling: Single-shaft granulators are widely used in plastic recycling facilities to granulate large plastic parts. This is like pipes, bottles, and packaging materials.
  • Textile Waste Processing: These granulators are used to break down waste fabric into smaller pieces for recycling or reuse.
  • Rubber Granulation: Rubber materials can be reduced to granules for further processing or disposal, such as tyres and hoses.

Double-Shaft Shredders

Double-shaft shredders are robust machines designed for handling larger volumes of materials that require more forceful cutting. These shredders have two rotating shafts equipped with sharp blades that work together to shred materials into smaller pieces.

Features:

  • High Torque: The high torque of double-shaft shredders makes them ideal for shredding tough, dense materials. In fact, this applies to metal, wood, and heavy plastics.
  • Durable Blades: The blades on double-shaft shredders are designed for long-term use. Therefore, they are capable of handling even the most challenging materials.
  • Large Capacity: These shredders process large volumes of material at once, so makes them perfect for high-capacity operations.

Applications:

  • Metal Recycling: Double-shaft shredders are commonly used in scrap metal recycling. More specifically, they break down large metal objects into smaller pieces that can be melted and reused.
  • Wood Waste Processing: In the timber and construction industries, double-shaft shredders process wood waste. For instance, pallets, furniture, and tree branches into smaller chips for reuse or disposal.
  • Automotive Recycling: These shredders are also used to granulate parts of vehicles for recycling, such as bumpers and dashboards.

 

Granulators with Integrated Shredders

Granulators with integrated shredders are versatile machines that essentially combine shredding and granulating functions. These machines first shred larger materials into smaller pieces and thus further granulate them into finer particles. In fact, this two-step process is ideal for reducing bulk materials into uniform granules.

Features:

  • All-in-One Solution: By combining shredding and granulation in a single machine, these systems reduce the need for multiple machines. In essence, this should streamline material processing.
  • Adjustable Granule Size: The final granule size can be easily adjusted through different screen sizes and settings.
  • Efficient Material Flow: The integrated design ensures a smooth material flow from shredding to granulation, so reduces blockages.

Applications:

  • Plastic Recycling: These systems are widely used in plastic recycling. Particularly when dealing with large or bulky plastic parts that need to be reduced into fine granules for reuse.
  • Waste-to-Energy: Granulators with integrated shredders are used in waste-to-energy plants. This is where materials are shredded and granulated before being used as fuel.
  • Pharmaceutical Industry: These machines are also used in pharmaceutical applications for the granulation of solid dosage forms.

 

Conveyor Systems

Conveyor systems are crucial for moving materials from one stage of processing to another. This is specifically the case in industries dealing with high volumes of bulk material. GM Diagnostics work with a variety of conveyor systems, so guarantees seamless material transport for granulation and shredding operations.

Types of Conveyors:

Belt Conveyors: Belt conveyors are used to transport materials across different sections of a facility. They are widely used in manufacturing, recycling, and waste management. More specifically, this is to move materials to and from shredders, granulators, and storage areas.

Screw Conveyors: Screw conveyors are ideal for moving fine or granular materials. These systems use a rotating screw to push materials through a tube. They are commonly used in industries such as food processing, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.

Chain Conveyors: Chain conveyors are used for heavy-duty applications, especially when dealing with bulky materials. This is such as metal parts, wood logs, and automotive parts. The chains provide robust support, so any materials are securely transported without slipping.

Features:

  • Continuous Operation: Conveyors allow for continuous, automated material flow. Therefore, this shall reduce manual labour and improving efficiency.
  • Customisable Design: Conveyor systems can be tailored to suit the specific needs of different facilities. For instance, size, speed, and material handling capacity.
  • Durability: Designed for industrial environments, conveyors are built to withstand the rigours of constant use and heavy loads.

Applications:

  • Recycling Plants: In recycling plants, conveyors transport materials such as plastics, metals, and paper. This is to relocate them to shredders and granulators for further processing.
  • Manufacturing: Conveyors are used to move raw materials and finished products along the production line in manufacturing facilities,
  • Agriculture: In the agricultural industry, conveyors transport grains, seeds, and other bulk materials from storage silos to processing units.

 

Types of Granulators we deal with at GM Diagnostics

Above all, GM Diagnostics specialise in servicing a wide range of granulators, shredders, and conveyors. As a result, we make sure to meet the demanding needs of various industries. Our expertise covers plenty of different granulators helping our clients optimise their material handling processes.

Bano
Columbus Mckinnon
Cumberland
Bano
Bano

Bano is an Italian company that designs and manufactures innovative shredders and granulators. Above all, Bano machines are known for their versatility. Bano’s machines most commonly used in metal recycling, plastic recycling, and waste-to-energy applications.

Cimp

Cimp is a European manufacturer of industrial granulators. As a result, these offer durable and precise machines for recycling applications. In fact, they specialise in processing plastics, rubber, and other materials.

Columbus McKinnon (CM Shredders) is a global leader in tyre recycling technology. Their granulators and shredders are specifically designed for processing whole tyres into smaller particles for further material recovery.

Cumberland
Cumberland

Cumberland is a well-established brand offering high-performance granulators for the plastics and recycling industries. They provide a range of machines designed for tough material processing, for example compact units and heavy-duty granulators.

Dragon

Dragon granulators are best known for their rugged construction and efficiency in recycling operations. In fact, these machines are widely used in processing plastics, metals, and rubber for size reduction.

Eldan

Eldan Recycling produces a wide range of granulators and shredders designed for processing various materials. For instance, this includes tyres, cables, and electronic waste. This is as a result of Eldan’s equipment being renowned for its durability and high efficiency.

Falzoni

Falzoni manufactures granulators designed for recycling plastics and other materials. More specifically, their machines offer precise cutting and are engineered for reliable size reduction in downstream processing.

Genox

Genox is a global supplier of recycling systems, so provides a number of unique shredders and granulators. Their machines are used for recycling plastics, metals, and e-waste, so are known for their reliability and performance.

Getecha

Getecha is based in Germany and specialises in high-quality granulators for the plastics industry. Their granulators are widely used in injection moulding, blow moulding, and extrusion processes. Therefore, this offers energy-efficient solutions for recycling plastics.

Giziger

Giziger is known for its robust granulators used in a variety of recycling processes. Their machines are designed for reliability and are frequently used for plastics and other industrial materials. Above all, this provides effective size reduction solutions.

Herbold

Herbold specialises in granulators and recycling systems for plastics. Their granulators are designed for efficiency, commonly used in the recycling of waste plastics, fibres, and other polymers. Finally, this will ensure precise particle size reduction.

Jesma

Jesma produces high-performance granulators and shredders used across multiple industries. Their machines are noted for their accuracy and durability in recycling processes alike. This is particularly in the handling of plastics and other tough materials.

Linder

Linder is a leading manufacturer of shredders and granulators, so this provides machines for a wide range of materials. From plastics to construction waste, their granulators are recognised for their efficiency in waste-to-energy processes and material recovery.

Maier

Maier granulators are engineered for precision and durability, typically used in the wood and biomass industries. Their machines offer reliable size reduction, so optimises material preparation for downstream processing.

Mewa

Mewa specialises in granulators and shredders used in recycling solutions for a variety of materials. For example, this includes metals, plastics, and textiles. Mewa’s machines are highly regarded in the recycling sector, known for their efficiency and robust construction.

MTB

MTB is a French company that offers a range of recycling equipment. For example, granulators designed for processing cables, metals, and plastics. Their granulators are known for their durability and high output, so are widely used in recycling plants internationally.

Preverio

Preverio manufactures granulators used primarily in the plastics and packaging industries. Their machines are designed to provide high efficiency and consistent performance. Therefore, this guarantees effective recycling and material processing.

Rapid

Rapid Granulator is a globally recognised manufacturer of granulators for the plastics industry. Most importantly, they offer machines with advanced technology for efficient plastic waste recycling. This is specifically designed for precision and minimal energy consumption.

Satrind

Satrind specialises in shredders and granulators for waste recycling applications. Therefore, this offers solutions for processing industrial waste, plastics, and tyres. Above all, their machines are recognised for their robustness and efficiency in size reduction.

Terrier

Terrier granulators are known for their reliable and durable performance in recycling operations. Their machines offer efficient size reduction capabilities so are widely used in various sectors. More specifically, they are most typically used for plastic and industrial waste recycling,

Tria

Tria is a leading manufacturer of granulators for the plastics industry. Therefore, these are providing machines that are designed for processing scrap material from injection moulding, blow moulding, and extrusion. Most importantly, their granulators are known for precision and energy efficiency.

Untha

Untha produces high-performance shredders and granulators for a variety of materials. For example, this includes wood, metal, and plastics. Their machines are valued for their durability and low maintenance, so is frequently used in recycling and waste-to-energy applications.

Vecoplan

Vecoplan is a global leader in the manufacturing of shredders and granulators for material processing and recycling. Their granulators are highly efficient, so are used in handling plastics, paper, and wood. In addition to being designed for sustainable waste management.

Weima

Weima is a lesser-known brand in the granulation industry. They offer reliable equipment for recycling various materials, such as plastics and rubber. Their machines are built for efficiency and longevity, so is often used in small to medium-scale recycling operations.

Zerma

Zerma is a well-established brand in the granulator market. They offer a wide range of machines for plastic recycling and other industries. Known for their versatility and reliability, Zerma granulators handle diverse applications, for instance electronic waste, rubber, and metal.