1. ProFlow Pneumatic Conveying System Series A
Let’s start with a workhorse that’s become a favorite in mid-sized to large plastic recycling plants: the ProFlow Series A. If your facility deals with a lot of PET (think plastic bottles) or HDPE (like milk jugs) granules this system might just be your new best friend. What makes the Series A stand out? For starters it’s built for consistency. With a handling capacity of 500 to kg per hour it can keep up with most granulators and shredders without breaking a sweat. The secret lies in its稀相输送 design—using high-velocity air to carry materials through pipes. This means even if you’re moving materials over distances up to meters (that’s three football fields!) you won’t see a ｄｒｏｐ in efficiency. One thing plant managers love is how it plays well with other equipment. If you’ve got a hydraulic briquetter equipment at the end of your line the Series A can feed plastic flakes directly into it no manual transfer needed. And forget about constant clogs—the system has an auto pressure adjustment feature that senses when material flow slows down and tweaks the air pressure to keep things moving. It’s like having a built-in traffic cop for your plastic materials. Of course no system is perfect. The Series A works best with dry free-flowing materials so if you’re dealing with wet plastic scraps (from a wet process equipment line) you might need a pre-drying step first. But for dry plastic granules and flakes? It’s hard to beat.2. EcoTrans Plastic Airflow Conveyor Model X7
If your plant handles more “unruly” plastic materials—like crinkly plastic films or irregularly shaped flakes—the EcoTrans X7 is worth a look. This system was designed with one goal in mind: moving hard-to-handle plastics without getting bogged down. Let’s talk numbers first. The X7 can handle between 800 and 2500 kg of material per hour which is enough to keep up with a busy 2-shaft shredder churning out plastic waste. What really sets it apart is its high-speed airflow design. Instead of relying on brute force it uses carefully calibrated air jets to “float” materials through the pipes reducing friction and the chance of jams. We’ve heard from plant operators that they used to spend hours each week unclogging pipes; with the X7 that time has dropped to almost zero. Another big plus? It’s surprisingly space-efficient. The pipes are modular so you can snake them around existing equipment—no need to rearrange your entire workshop. We visited a plastic recycling plant in Ohio last year that squeezed the X7 into a tight corner between their granulator and hydraulic baler equipment and they’re still raving about how much floor space they reclaimed. And let’s not forget about the air pollution control system. The X7 comes with a built-in cyclone separator that catches most of the plastic dust before it escapes into the air. It’s not a replacement for a full air pollution control system equipment but it’s a nice extra layer of protection for your workers and the environment. The catch? It’s a bit louder than some other systems—think the hum of a large air compressor. If noise is a big concern you might want to add some sound insulation around the main unit. But for plants that prioritize speed and versatility over silence the X7 is a solid pick.3. MegaAir Conveyor Pro: For the Heavy Hitters
When we say “large” plastic pneumatic conveying systems the MegaAir Pro is the one that comes to mind for industrial-scale operations. This beast can move up to 4000 kg of plastic per hour—yes you read that right—and it can send materials flying up to 200 meters down the line. If you’re running a massive plastic recycling plant that processes truckloads of scrap plastic each day this is the system that won’t break a sweat. How does it handle that kind of volume? It uses dense-phase conveying which means pushing materials through the pipes in slow-moving plugs instead of blowing them at high speeds. This is gentler on fragile materials—like plastic pellets that might crack if jostled too much—and it uses less energy than high-velocity systems. A plant in Texas told us they cut their energy bill by 15% after switching to the MegaAir Pro from an older conveyor system. We also love that it’s compatible with both dry and semi-dry materials. If your process involves a mix of dry process equipment and wet process equipment (like washing plastic flakes before conveying) the Pro can handle slightly damp materials without clogging. Just make sure the moisture content stays below 10%—any higher and you’ll still need to dry first. The only downside? It’s not cheap. The MegaAir Pro is a significant investment but for plants that need that kind of capacity it pays for itself in a year or two through labor and efficiency savings. Plus the company offers a 5-year warranty on the main blower unit—so you can rest easy knowing it’s built to last.4. FlexiFlow Compact Pneumatic Conveyor
Not every plastic handling operation needs a giant system. If you’re running a smaller facility or need a conveyor that can be moved around the FlexiFlow Compact is a game-changer. This portable system is lightweight (you can wheel it around with a pallet jack) and can be set up in under an hour—no need for a team of engineers. Don’t let its size fool you though. The FlexiFlow can still handle 300 to 1000 kg per hour which is enough for a small granulator or a circuit board recycling equipment line that produces plastic-rich waste. It uses a simple vacuum-based design: a powerful pump creates suction at the end of the pipe pulling materials through instead of pushing them. This makes it great for clean-up jobs—like sucking up spilled plastic granules from the floor—or moving materials up to 30 meters vertically (perfect for feeding materials into a hydraulic press machines equipment on a mezzanine). We spoke to a small plastic recycling shop in Colorado that uses two FlexiFlow Compacts: one to move materials from their shredder to their granulator and another to transfer finished granules to their storage bins. “Before we had these we were using wheelbarrows” the owner told us. “Now two guys can do the work that used to take five and we’ve cut down on dust everywhere.” The trade-off? It’s not built for long distances. The maximum horizontal distance is around 50 meters and vertical is 30 meters—any more than that and the suction drops off. But for small to medium operations that need flexibility the FlexiFlow Compact is hard to beat.5. UltraClean Pneumatic Conveyor System
If your facility deals with food-grade plastics or medical-grade materials where cleanliness is non-negotiable the UltraClean System is the way to go. This system is designed to meet strict FDA and ISO standards with smooth stainless-steel pipes that are easy to clean and no hidden crevices where bacteria or debris can hide. Here’s what makes it unique: every part that touches the material is made from food-safe stainless steel grade 316L. The pipes have quick-release clamps so you can take them apart in minutes for cleaning—no tools required. And the blower unit is oil-free so there’s zero risk of contamination from lubricants. We visited a medical plastic recycling plant in California that uses the UltraClean to convey sterile plastic scraps and they told us it’s the only system that passed their rigorous contamination tests. Performance-wise it’s no slouch either. It can handle 600 to 1800 kg per hour and works with both pellets and fine powders (like the microplastics produced by a compact granulator with dry separator equipment). The only downside is the cost—stainless steel doesn’t come cheap—and it’s not necessary for non-food/medical applications. But if “clean” is your top priority the UltraClean is worth every penny.How Do These Systems Stack Up? A Quick Comparison
To help you pick the right system for your needs we’ve put together a quick comparison table of the key features:| System Name | Capacity (kg/h) | Max Distance (m) | Best For | Key Perk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProFlow Series A | 500-2000 | 100 | PET/HDPE granules | Auto anti-clog adjustment |
| EcoTrans X7 | 800-2500 | 150 | Films/flakes | High-speed airflow, space-efficient |
| MegaAir Pro | 1500-4000 | 200 | Industrial-scale operations | Energy-efficient dense-phase conveying |
| FlexiFlow Compact | 300-1000 | 50 (horizontal) | Small/portable needs | Quick setup, easy to move |
| UltraClean System | 600-1800 | 80 | Food/medical plastics | Sterile, easy-to-clean design |
