Granulators

The G-Max series – Beside-the-press Granulators
A smart automated waste input for a closed-loop granule conveying system is standard. It feeds directly back to the IMM
(up to 500 tons) and grinds all soft to medium-hard plastics such as PP, PE, ABS, PU, PC
Achieving better cutting performance and maximizing cutting efficiency – The speed of 200 rpm @ 50 Hz reduces unnecessary repeated cuts. Particles go through an optimized rotor and screen, producing cleaner regrind and the best combination for throughput.
Automatic tensioning system on belt drive – The automatic self-tensioning system eliminates the constant need for retensioning the belt to prevent slipping and rotor-stalling.
Low noise levels during operation – The soundproofed feeding hopper includes sound-dampening material that is placed between two sheets of stainless steel.
This reduces noise when material hits the inside walls.

G-Max 9
The G-Max 9 hopper comes in 3 different styles. The granulator can be exactly matched to application needs, and can be modified in the field.

• The staggered rotor allows faster processing, and also
  provides a powerful cutting force by concentrating the
  total granulation energy into one short knife at a time.
• For convenience, the electrical panel can be relocated
  on the alternate side according to the placement of
  the granulator.
• Regrind bin with fixed outlet

G-Max 13 / 23 / 33

• Efficient granulation of materials that are still warm from processing is helped via airflow in the cutting chamber and by open spaces between the rotating knives and the center of the shaft of the hybrid-staggered and open rotor design.
• The electric panel can be located on both sides of the granulator.
• Regrind bin with fixed outlet.
• 3 blade open rotor design (G-Max 13)
  With slanted knives provides shear slicing that produces uniform granulate.
• Hybrid-staggered rotor design (G-Max 23 /33)
  Open spaces between the rotating knives and rotor shaft provide unrestricted airflow through the cutting chamber.

G-Max Optional features

• Locking in metallic particles can be prevented by placing a magnet along one side of the feeding hopper.
• Grinding hot/warm materials with a water-cooled cutting chamber.
• Alarm sensor for regrind level provides audible and visual alarms to avoid the overfilling of the regrind bin.
• Saving energy by shutting down the granulator via an electrical interface when the IMM is turned off.

 
G-Max XL: Medium-Size Blade Granulator
Efficient medium beside-the-press granulator for bulky parts from injection molding and/or blow molding applications with many optional features.

Optional features

• Mechanical high level sensor in the regrind collection bin.
• Locking in metallic particles can be prevented by placing a magnet along one side of the feeding hopper.
• Grinding hot/warm materials with a water-cooled cutting chamber.
• Granulation of thicker-walled parts via a massive inertia flywheel that reduces the stalling of the rotor and minimizes motor amperage spikes.
• Granulation of long parts via rear feeding – allowing a more direct access to the cutting chamber.
• Automatic emptying system with a high capacity vacuum loader.

The S-Max series – Screenless granulators
The most efficient and cost-effective grinding of engineered resins as well as styrenics, acrylics, and glass-fiber-reinforced materials due to low speed (27 rpm @ 50 Hz).
Low speed means high torque, less wear on cutting tools for reduced maintenance, low sound levels, low energy consumption. The low speed decreases noise and flyback during operation and provides a consistent regrind and better quality.

S-Max 1 / 2 / 2 plus / 3

• The small footprint accommodates tight spaces and the wide-mouth, flared in-feed hopper easily handles a range of robot or conveyor drops and sprue/runner sizes.
• Easy usage due to viewing window to provide visibility to the cutting chamber during operation.
• Low noise levels during operation – The soundproofed feeding hopper includes sound-dampening material that is placed between two sheets of stainless steel. This reduces noise when material hits the inside walls.

S-Max Optional Features 

• Granulation of thicker-walled or tougher plastics with ARS (Automatic Reversing System) to help avoid rotor blocking in case of jams.
• Granulation of large and nested sprues or parts causing bridging into the feeding hopper, the second shaft (S-Max 3 only) is a force feed system for pull-in and pre-break actions.
• Locking in metallic particles can be prevented by placing a magnet along one side of the feeding hopper.
• Grinding hot/warm materials with a water-cooled cutting chamber.
• Saving energy by shutting down the granulator via an electrical interface when the IMM is turned off.
• Alarm sensor for regrind level provides audible and visual alarms to avoid the overfilling of the regrind bin.

S-Max Dual 4 / 6 / 8

• Equipped with two rotors in the cutting chamber for large sprues and parts, the S-Max Dual is typically used offline, located away from the process.
• Material is fed into the granulator by a conveyor belt or by dumping the content of a box directly into the feed hopper of the granulator. 
• Alarm sensor for regrind level provides audible and visual alarms to avoid the overfilling of the regrind bin.
• Possibility of different positions for vacuum take-off connection.

S-Max Dual Optional Features

• Granulation of thicker-walled or tougher plastics with ARS (Automatic Reversing System) to help avoid rotor blocking in case of jams.
• Granulation of large and nested sprues or parts causing bridging into the feeding hopper, the third shaft is a force feed system for pull-in and pre-break actions.
• Locking in metallic particles can be prevented by placing a magnet along one side of the feeding hopper.
• Grinding hot/warm materials with a water-cooled cutting chamber.
• Automatic emptying system with a high capacity vacuum loader

Minor 2A and MAS 2A
Scrap is gravity-fed directly from the processing machine, requiring no conveying or manual handling.
Low profile and compact design fits under most presses.
A multi-position swivel outlet pipe makes easier connection to the flexible hose of the hopper loader.
Easy to maintain a high level of cleanliness because the regrind collection bin is made of stainless steel.
Regular feeding of runners/sprues inside the cutting chamber due to a pre-cutting knife on the auger tube which pre-empts wrap-arounds and screw jams.

Screenless Model Minor 2A

• Low speed (27 rpm @ 50Hz) for the most efficient and cost effective grinding of glass-filled plastics.
• Allows no “longs” and provides uniform regrind with minimal fines for efficient re-processing.
• Low-speed single pass processing means less wear on cutting tools for reduced maintenance, low sound levels, and low energy consumption.

Blade Model MAS 2A

• Conventional model for processing soft to medium hard materials.
• 3-blade open rotor with adjustable rotating and stationary knives.
• Scissor-type cutting action for efficient processing of thin, soft, flexible materials.
• Open rotor allows for higher airflow through the cutting chamber for more efficient processing of hot scrap.

Optional Features

• Prevents locking in metallic particles via a metal detection system.
• Grinding hot/warm materials with a water cooled cutting chamber and/or auger.
• Regular granulation with Automatic Reversing System on the auger rotor to reduce any stalling in case of jams.
• High level sensor for regrind bin.
• Link to the IMM's doors with On/Off function of the granulator's screw.
• Remote control box to operate the granulator from the opposite side of placement.