Plastic Granulators: The New GV/GVS 250/450 Model
25/03/2025
Plastic granulators are specialized machines designed to reduce the size of plastic materials into smaller granules, facilitating recycling, reprocessing, and polymer handling. Granulators also allow the conversion of production waste and unused plastic parts into reusable granules. They can process materials such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), PVC, PET, and many others, contributing to reduced operational costs in processing and recycling.
The New F.lli Virginio GV/GVS 250/450 Granulator Model
This granulator features a heavy-duty sheet metal construction and is ideal for reclaiming sprues, parts, or production waste from injection molding machines, extruders, and especially from blow molding processes, such as bottles and containers.
Its optimized design includes a curved back wall in the cutting chamber combined with an open rotor. This configuration minimizes the risk of blockages during operation and prevents pieces from getting stuck inside.
Compact and fully soundproofed, the machine is designed for industrial environments, ensuring low noise levels during operation.
Main Applications
The GV/GVS 250/450 granulator is designed for size reduction of plastic materials such as PE, PP, PVC, and more. It is particularly suitable for granulating blow molding waste, including bulky items like bottles, containers, and processing scraps.
Thanks to its low feeding height, the machine can be loaded easily, either manually or via a small conveyor belt. It is ideal for inline recycling applications.
An optional configuration with an open rotor is available (model GVS 250/450), which is better suited for smaller parts, such as injection-molded components or profiles.
Key Features
- Modern, compact design with a reduced footprint.
- Fully soundproofed for extremely quiet operation, compliant with current workplace safety standards. The noise level at minimum speed is approximately 75–85 dB.
- Easy access for maintenance and cleaning thanks to a well-thought-out design and a large front access door.
- Sturdy and reliable rotor and blade construction, proven in industrial applications.
- Excellent granulation performance for large parts, thanks to the sharply curved rear wall of the cutting chamber combined with the open rotor design. This prevents parts from getting jammed and reduces the risk of clogging.
- The hopper is equipped with gas springs and can be easily opened by hand—no need for hydraulic or motorized lifting systems.
- The screen cradle is tiltable, allowing for easy removal and convenient access to the cutting chamber for cleaning and maintenance.
- The integrated control system and operator panel comply with all safety regulations. The machine can also be equipped with peripheral devices such as conveyor belts and dust separators, which can be placed next to the granulator for a more compact and space-saving setup.