Friction washers are critical equipment in the plastic recycling process to clean and remove water from the
plastic material, including film flakes and granules. These cylindrical machines are operated by an inclined
high-speed screw, and they are very aggressive in washing the material to eliminate all the unwanted
materials such as dirt and oils. The fines and water are separated from the ground material through a
friction washer that is protected by a stainless-steel screen. Raw materials are fed into the machine at the
base and exit the machine at the top outlet after passing through a very rigorous washing process to make
them pure.
The key difference between friction washers is that they are very effective at removing
contaminants and do not need much maintenance. This makes them ideal for any business that wants to cut
costs and achieve the best results in their plastic recycling process. Friction washers have other features
such as anti-wear steel blades, dynamic balanced rotors, and isolated bearing blocks that make them strong
and long-lasting in harsh working conditions.