Explore our specialized compact granulating, IRD drying, and recycling systems engineered for precision performance.
ZHANGJIAGANG LIANDA MACHINERY CO., LTD has been at the forefront of polymer recycling technology innovation since 1998.
ZHANGJIAGANG LIANDA MACHINERY CO., LTD has specialized in manufacturing waste plastic recycling machines and plastic dryers since 1998. We engineer equipment to be robust, intuitive, and focused on maximum uptime for recyclers and plastic resin producers.
Our commitment to simple, stable, and highly efficient production has won the confidence of market leaders in Germany, the UK, Mexico, Russia, the United States, South Korea, Thailand, Japan, Africa, Spain, Hungary, Colombia, Pakistan, Ukraine, and beyond.
Understanding the true total cost of ownership (TCO) when selecting mini plastic granulating and drying units.
While standard off-the-shelf recycling machines focus solely on mechanical shredding, an industrial-grade OEM/ODM mini plastic recycling unit incorporates continuous feeding, precise thermal control, energy-efficient IRD drying, and automated de-dusting. Investing in specialized compact systems typically yields an ROI within 6 to 14 months by eliminating third-party scrap processing fees and retaining virgin resin purity.
| Machine Category / Configuration | Target Output Capacity | Estimated Capex Range (USD) | Core Tech Features & Energy Advantage | Ideal Application Scenario |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Single-Shaft Shredder & Crusher System | 50 - 150 kg/h | $8,500 - $18,000 | High-torque hardened steel blades, low noise, touch-screen auto-reverse overload protection. | In-house sprues, runners, edge trims, and defective injection molded parts. |
| Compact Film Squeezing & Pelletizing Line | 100 - 300 kg/h | $22,000 - $45,000 | Mechanical squeezing dewatering (final moisture 1-2%), pop-corn style densification. Save 40% extrusion power. | Washed PE/PP post-industrial film, agricultural stretch film, woven bags. |
| Mini Infrared Crystal Dryer (IRD) System | 100 - 500 kg/h | $28,000 - $55,000 | German-patented rotary drum IR technology. 20-minute drying time, moisture down to 50ppm. 45-50% power savings. | PET, PLA, PETG, PBAT, PPS, PEI, TPEE flake drying and crystallization. |
| Complete OEM/ODM Integrated Mini Recycling Granulating Line | 100 - 400 kg/h | $45,000 - $95,000 | Integrated shredding-compacting-extruding line with dual vacuum degassing, self-cleaning screen changer. | Turnkey in-house closed-loop waste recovery for rigid and soft plastics. |
Why manufacturing enterprises worldwide are shifting toward localized, compact, and high-efficiency recycling units.
Rising international logistics costs and volatile raw resin pricing have prompted global plastics manufacturers to process waste directly at the source. Compact recycling machines eliminate scrap transportation fees, prevent cross-contamination, and guarantee 100% material traceability back into the production cycle.
Traditional desiccant hot-air dryers consume massive electrical energy and require up to 4–6 hours to dry engineering resins like PET or PLA. Modern procurement teams demand fast infrared technologies like LIANDA’s IRD systems, which complete drying and crystallization in just 20 minutes while cutting energy consumption by up to 50%.
With stringent global single-use plastic bans, the market adoption of PLA, PBAT, PETG, and bio-based polymers has surged. These materials are thermally sensitive and prone to hydrolysis. Specialized mini crystallization dryers prevent clumping, yellowing, and intrinsic viscosity (IV) degradation during processing.
How LIANDA Machinery leverages Zhangjiagang’s world-class industrial cluster to deliver premium engineering at competitive price points.
Located in Zhangjiagang, the hub of Chinese plastic machinery innovation, LIANDA Machinery benefits from a complete supply chain ecosystem—from precision CNC machining centers to specialized heat treatment facilities. This localized integration drastically reduces lead times and component manufacturing costs.
Having imported German Patent technology for Infrared Rotary Dryers in 2008, LIANDA has continuously refined its proprietary designs. Our patented innovations include:
Why physical radiation heating combined with continuous rotary agitation delivers unprecedented polymer quality.
Conventional desiccant towers rely on hot air to strip moisture from polymer pellets. This process presents severe limitations:
Our German-patented Infrared Crystal Dryer utilizes short-wave infrared radiation directly targeted into the material bed inside a rotating drum:
Customized equipment configurations solving unique material recovery challenges in key global industries.
Automotive parts molders in Germany and Mexico utilize our compact double-shaft shredders and granulators integrated directly beside injection machines to immediately grind and feed engineering plastic scrap back into production, maintaining zero contamination and low noise levels.
Agricultural operations in Spain and North America deploy LIANDA’s specialized Grass/Sand Remover alongside our Film Squeezing Dryer. This system removes abrasive soil particles before dewatering washed PE films down to 3-5% moisture, protecting down-stream granulating extruders from premature wear.
Our CE-certified IR-Safe PET Decontamination system processes post-consumer bottle flakes for direct food contact packaging line integration, strictly adhering to EFSA and FDA thermal decontamination guidelines for bottle-to-bottle recycling loops.
Expert answers regarding pricing, OEM/ODM customizations, installation, energy performance, and maintenance.
Pricing is influenced by: 1) Hourly processing capacity requirements (e.g., 50kg/h vs. 300kg/h); 2) Polymer sensitivity (engineering plastics like PET/PLA require IRD drying modules); 3) Customization scope (voltage specs, automated sensor integrations, PLC controls); and 4) Downstream processing features such as liquid ring vacuum degassing or hydraulic screen changers.
Unlike standard dehumidifying dryers that constantly heat large volumes of recirculated air over 4-6 hours, LIANDA’s IRD rotary system directs short-wave infrared light straight into the polymer material bed. This directly vibrates the polymer molecules to evaporate moisture internally in just 20 minutes, cutting power consumption dramatically.
Yes! However, feeding mechanisms differ. Rigid waste (bottles, sprues, parts) can be fed into a single/double-shaft shredder followed by granulating. Thin films (PE/PP stretch film) benefit from our proprietary Film Squeezing & Pelletizing system which mechanical-squeezes moisture down to 1-2% and densifies the material for smooth feeding into downstream extruders.
All LIANDA recycling equipment includes a 12-month complete mechanical warranty, ISO9001 compliance guarantee, life-time technical advice, remote PLC assistance via IoT modules, and ready-to-ship replacement wear components (blades, screens, heating elements) delivered worldwide within 48-72 hours.
Every machine undergoes dynamic load testing and thermal calibration prior to international dispatch.
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