Product Description
The Friction Washer Machine is an essential cleaning unit in modern plastic recycling systems. It is specially designed for washing highly contaminated plastic materials such as PE film, PP woven bags, agricultural film, PET flakes, rigid plastics, and mixed plastic scraps.
By using a high-speed rotating screw combined with continuous water flushing, the friction washer removes mud, sand, labels, oil stains, glue residues, paper fiber, and organic contaminants from plastic flakes and films before drying and pelletizing.
At Zhangjiagang Chenxing Machinery, we manufacture durable and energy-efficient friction washing systems for complete plastic recycling lines. Our machines are widely used in:
The equipment is engineered for stable continuous operation, low maintenance, and high cleaning efficiency, making it an ideal choice for plastic recycling factories worldwide.
A friction washer is a high-speed cleaning machine used in plastic recycling processes. The machine generates strong friction between plastic materials, water, and the rotor screen to remove contaminants from the material surface.
The system is especially suitable for:
Highly contaminated plastic waste
Mixed plastics with dirt and sand
Plastic films with mud or organic waste
Post-consumer recycling materials
Compared with traditional washing equipment, a friction washer provides deeper cleaning performance while reducing water consumption.
The friction washer consists of:
High-speed rotating screw rotor
Stainless steel perforated screen basket
Water spraying system
Heavy-duty motor and bearing system
Strong welded machine frame
During operation:
Plastic material enters the washing chamber.
The rotor rotates at high speed to create strong friction.
Water continuously flushes contaminants away from the material surface.
Dirt, sand, glue, and residues pass through the screen mesh.
Clean plastic material exits the machine for the next recycling step.
The combination of mechanical friction and water cleaning significantly improves washing quality before drying and pelletizing.
The high-speed rotor effectively removes stubborn contaminants from plastic surfaces.
Compatible with:
PE film
PP woven bags
PET bottle flakes
HDPE containers
Agricultural film
Rigid plastic flakes
The washing chamber and contact parts are made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long service life.
The friction washer can work continuously with conveyor systems and complete recycling lines.
Optimized water circulation design reduces overall water usage.
Simple structure allows fast cleaning, maintenance, and blade inspection.
Used after crushing to remove labels, glue, and dirt from PET flakes.
Ideal for cleaning agricultural films, shopping bags, and woven bags.
Improves material cleanliness before extrusion and pelletizing.
Suitable for post-industrial and post-consumer plastic recycling projects.
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| High-speed friction cleaning | Better contaminant removal |
| Continuous water flushing | Stable cleaning quality |
| Durable rotor design | Long equipment lifespan |
| Stainless steel construction | Corrosion resistance |
| Easy integration | Fits complete recycling lines |
| Low maintenance cost | Reduced downtime |
With more than 20 years of experience in plastic recycling equipment manufacturing, Zhangjiagang Chenxing Machinery provides customized recycling solutions for global customers.
We support:
Complete recycling line design
Customized machine configurations
Factory layout planning
Overseas installation guidance
Technical training and after-sales support
Our friction washer machines are exported to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, South America, and Africa.
The machine can clean PE film, PP woven bags, PET flakes, HDPE plastics, agricultural film, and mixed plastic materials.
Yes. It is specially designed for heavily contaminated plastics containing mud, sand, labels, glue, and organic residues.
Yes. The friction washer is commonly connected with crushers, floating tanks, dewatering machines, dryers, and pelletizing systems.
A friction washer provides stronger mechanical cleaning force, resulting in better contaminant removal and cleaner recycled material.
Yes. Capacity, rotor speed, screen size, and machine dimensions can be customized according to customer requirements.
Looking for a reliable plastic friction washer manufacturer for your recycling project?
Chenxing Machinery provides complete plastic recycling solutions for PET bottles, PP PE films, woven bags, and rigid plastics.
Contact us today for:
Machine quotation
Recycling solution design
Factory layout support
Video testing service
Technical consultation



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