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Used Plastic Recycling Machinery for Sale
Get reliable, pre-owned plastic recycling machinery that’s ready to work from day one. We stock dependable systems for plastics processing, scrap recovery, regrind production, and precise size reduction.
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Find The Plastic Recycling Equipment Your Operation Depends On
If your operation handles purge, post-industrial plastics, or material recovery, recycling machinery helps reduce waste volume and return usable material into production. From large primary shredders to pulverizers for powder production, we source plastic recycling equipment designed for continuous industrial use.
Industrial Shredders
If your operation processes bulky scrap, purge, drums, pallets, or large plastic components before downstream grinding, industrial shredders serve as the primary size-reduction stage your recycling line depends on.
| Shredder types | Single-shaft, dual-shaft, quad-shaft, horizontal feed |
| Throughput range | 500 – 20,000+ lb/hr |
| Material compatibility | Rigid plastics, film, purgings, pallets, drums, post-industrial scrap |
| Rotor configurations | Hydraulic ram-fed, swing-arm, fixed rotor |
Est. used price range
$15,000 – $250,000+
Used vs. new savings
40–60% less than new
Typical for machines in good working condition
Who it’s for: Best for your operation if large plastic scrap or bulky materials overload traditional grinders or require pre-sizing before granulation.
Brands we source: Vecoplan, Weima, SSI Shredding Systems, Zerma, Cumberland.
Granulators & Plastic Grinders
If your process requires converting runners, sprues, rejected parts, or edge trim into reusable regrind, granulators are the core plastic recycling equipment most plastics facilities depend on daily.
| Granulator types | Beside-the-press, central granulators, heavy-duty grinders |
| Throughput range | 100 – 15,000+ lb/hr |
| Rotor style | Open rotor, closed rotor, staggered knife |
| Cutting chamber size | 8″ – 60″+ |
| Material compatibility | Rigid plastics, blow molding scrap, injection molded parts, film |
Est. used price range
$3,000 – $12,000+
Used vs. new savings
40–60% less than new
Typical for machines in good working condition
Who it’s for: If your operation generates daily production scrap that needs to be reintroduced into your process efficiently, properly sized granulators reduce waste hauling and improve material recovery.
Brands we source: Cumberland, Rapid, Nelmor, Conair, Zerma.
Pulverizers
If your process requires consistent plastic powder for rotational molding, compounding, or specialty applications, pulverizers reduce material into fine powder suitable for downstream processing.
| Pulverizer types | Disc pulverizers, ambient pulverizers, cryogenic systems |
| Output size | 20 – 100 mesh |
| Material compatibility | PE, PVC, PP, specialty compounds |
| Throughput range | 200 – 5,000+ lb/hr |
Est. used price range
$10,000 – $150,000+
Used vs. new savings
40–60% less than new
Typical for machines in good working condition
Who it’s for: Ideal if your operation requires fine, uniform plastic powder for rotational molding, masterbatch production, or specialty compounding processes.
Brands we source: Reduction Engineering, Herbold, Pallmann.
Conveying & Material Handling Systems
If your recycling process depends on continuous material movement between shredding, grinding, washing, or storage stages, conveying systems keep your operation flowing without manual bottlenecks.
| Equipment types | Belt conveyors, screw conveyors, pneumatic conveying, incline conveyors |
| Capacity range | 500 – 20,000+ lb/hr |
| Drive systems | Electric, hydraulic, variable-speed |
| Applications | Scrap transfer, regrind movement, bulk material handling |
Est. used price range
$2,000 – $50,000+
Used vs. new savings
40–60% less than new
Typical for machines in good working condition
Who it’s for: Best for facilities scaling recycling throughput where manual scrap handling slows production or creates material flow inconsistency.
Brands we source: Conair, AEC, Flexicon, and Dynamic Air.
Wash Lines & Separation Systems
If your recycling operation processes contaminated plastics, labels, dirt, or mixed materials, wash systems and separation equipment help improve material quality before pelletizing or reuse.
| System types | Friction washers, float-sink tanks, drying systems, and separators |
| Applications | Post-consumer plastics, film recycling, mixed plastic recovery |
| Throughput range | 500 – 10,000+ lb/hr |
Est. used price range
$20,000 – $300,000+
Used vs. new savings
40–60% less than new
Typical for machines in good working condition
Who it’s for: If your operation processes dirty or mixed plastic streams where contamination affects resale value or downstream extrusion quality.
Brands we source: Herbold, Erema, B+B Anlagenbau.
Find the Brands Your Recycling Line Relies On
We source recycling machinery from manufacturers built for continuous industrial processing, high-throughput plastics recovery, and long-duty production environments.
Vecoplan
Heavy-duty shredders are commonly used for large plastic scrap, purge, and pallets, as well as in centralized recycling systems. Vecoplan systems are widely used when your operation requires aggressive primary size reduction before downstream grinding or washing.
Weima
Industrial shredders and briquetting systems designed for plastics, pallets, purgings, and post-industrial materials. Weima equipment is commonly selected for operations focused on reducing material volume while improving handling efficiency and scrap recovery.
Cumberland
Granulators widely used for beside-the-press grinding and central regrind systems. Cumberland machines are known for handling runners, sprues, and molded plastic parts in continuous-plastics-processing environments.
Rapid
High-speed granulators designed for continuous plastics processing operations. Rapid systems are often used when your line requires fast material recovery, consistent particle sizing, and minimal production interruption.
Zerma
Granulators and shredders are used in plastics recycling, material recovery, and industrial size-reduction applications. Zerma equipment is commonly integrated into recycling lines that handle rigid plastics, film, blow-molding scrap, and post-consumer materials.
Pallmann
Pulverizers and fine grinding systems used for powder production and specialty material processing. Pallmann equipment is commonly used in rotational molding, compounding, and applications where uniform powder consistency directly affects downstream product quality.
Why Manufacturers Trust Hunter Plastics
- 30+ years of industry expertise – For more than three decades, we’ve helped manufacturers source and place pre-owned recycling machinery into active plastics processing and industrial production environments worldwide.
- Condition verified before listing –Granulators, shredders, and recycling systems are reviewed for rotor condition, knife wear, bearing integrity, and overall operational performance before they are listed for sale.
- Equipment sourced from active facilities –Most machines come from plant upgrades, production changes, and operational consolidations — not unknown-history surplus auctions or unmanaged liquidation lots.
- More inventory than we list online–Many recycling systems are sourced directly through our industrial equipment network before they are publicly listed on our website.
- 30-day satisfaction guarantee–Every machine is backed by a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, along with ongoing post-sale support to help you get the equipment into operation confidently.
Make Sure Your Plastic Recycling Equipment Matches Your Actual Scrap Volume.
The wrong shredder or pulverizer can slow production and wear out blades faster. This buyer’s guide helps you understand material throughput, scrap volume, and what to verify before buying used recycling machinery.
FAQs
What plastic recycling equipment is best for plastic scrap and regrind recovery?
The right plastic recycling equipment depends on your material type, scrap size, and desired output. Shredders handle bulky materials, granulators produce reusable regrind, and pulverizers create fine powder for downstream processing.
How do I know what size shredder or granulator my operation needs?
Machine sizing depends on your scrap volume, material thickness, throughput goals, and target particle size. Undersized equipment creates bottlenecks, while oversized systems increase energy and maintenance costs.
Can these recycling machines process film, rigid plastics, or purge material?
Yes. Different recycling systems are designed for rigid plastics, film, blow molding scrap, purgings, pallets, runners, and other post-industrial plastic materials. Machine selection depends on the material characteristics and production volume.
Can I inspect the plastic recycling equipment before purchasing?
Yes. We encourage in-person inspections whenever possible. Depending on the machine location, video demonstrations and third-party inspection reports may also be available before purchase.
Do you help with shipping and rigging large recycling systems?
Yes. We coordinate rigging, freight, and transportation for shredders, granulators, pulverizers, and complete recycling systems to help ensure safe delivery to your facility.