We offer industrial squeezer machines specially designed to dewater, compress, and partially dry soft plastic materials such as LDPE, LLDPE, and agricultural film. These machines are essential for improving the efficiency and output of downstream processes like extrusion or pelletizing.
Whether you're handling post-consumer plastic film, stretch wrap, or washed agricultural film, our squeezers provide fast, energy-efficient drying while significantly reducing moisture and volume.
What Is a Plastic Film Squeezer?
A squeezer machine is used in plastic recycling to remove excess water from soft, washed plastic films after the washing stage. The machine compresses the wet material, reduces moisture content (often below 10%), and forms semi-dried plastic into compact, dense “sausages” or clumps—ideal for feeding directly into extruders or pelletizers.
Key Features
- Efficient Dewatering – Reduces moisture content to <10% without thermal drying.
- Heavy-Duty Screw Compression – Built to process high volumes of wet film waste.
- Continuous Operation – Designed for 24/7 industrial use.
- Energy Saving – Consumes less power than thermal dryers while reducing processing time.
- Easy Maintenance – Simple design with accessible parts for cleaning and servicing.
- Improves Output Quality – Enhances pelletizing efficiency and final product consistency.
Compatible Materials
- LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)
- LLDPE (Linear Low-Density Polyethylene)
- Agricultural Film (Greenhouse film, mulch film)
- PE Film (shopping bags, packaging wrap)
- Industrial Film Waste
- Post-consumer and post-industrial plastic films
Process Workflow
- Input – Washed plastic film enters the squeezer via hopper or conveyor.
- Compression – A screw shaft compresses and squeezes water out of the material.
- Dewatering – Water is discharged through drainage holes or pipes.
- Discharge – Dried, compressed film is output in a dense, extruder-ready form.
Benefits of Using a Squeezer
✅ Boosts pelletizing efficiency
✅ Cuts energy costs by reducing need for thermal dryers
✅ Prevents clogging and feeding issues in extruders
✅ Reduces material handling volume
✅ Enhances product quality and stability
Why Choose Our Squeezer Machine?
- Rugged Design – Built with industrial-grade materials for long-term use
- Multiple Capacities – From small-scale to high-output production lines
- Custom Integration – Works seamlessly with washers, dryers, extruders, and pelletizers
- Global Installation & Support – Trusted by recyclers worldwide
- Turnkey Systems Available – We design complete recycling lines including squeezers
Need reliable drying for your film recycling operation? Get in touch with us to learn how our plastic film squeezer machines can streamline your process and save you time and energy.