Product Description
The PET Hot Washer Machine is an essential cleaning system in modern PET bottle recycling lines. It is specially designed to remove stubborn contaminants such as oil, glue, labels, grease, mud, and organic residues from PET flakes through high-temperature chemical washing.
Widely used in PET bottle washing plants, plastic recycling factories, and food-grade PET recycling systems, the hot washer significantly improves the cleanliness and quality of recycled PET flakes before drying and pelletizing.
At Zhangjiagang Chenxing Machinery Co., Ltd., we manufacture durable and energy-efficient PET hot washing equipment suitable for different recycling capacities and contamination levels.
A PET hot washer is a thermal cleaning machine used in PET bottle recycling systems. During the washing process, PET flakes are mixed with heated water and chemical detergents inside a stainless-steel drum.
The rotating paddles continuously stir the material, allowing PET flakes to rub against each other while dissolving glue residues, oil contamination, and dirt from the surface.
Compared with traditional washing systems, the continuous-operation hot washer offers:
Higher washing efficiency
Better cleaning consistency
Reduced reaction time
Lower water consumption
Improved production capacity
This machine is especially suitable for highly contaminated PET bottle flakes collected from post-consumer waste streams.
The PET hot washer is commonly used for:
PET bottle recycling lines
Food-grade PET flakes recycling
Mineral water bottle recycling
Beverage bottle recycling plants
PET sheet recycling systems
Polyester flakes cleaning systems
Plastic washing and recycling factories
Suitable materials include:
PET bottle flakes
PET sheet scraps
Crushed PET plastics
Post-consumer PET waste
The PET flakes enter the hot washing tank through a screw conveyor or feeding system. Inside the tank:
Water and chemical detergent are heated to a controlled temperature.
Rotary paddles continuously stir the flakes.
PET flakes rub against each other to remove surface contamination.
Oil, glue, labels, mud, and organic residues are separated.
Clean PET flakes are discharged to the next washing or rinsing stage.
The continuous-running structure ensures stable production capacity and reliable cleaning performance.
The combination of hot water and chemical washing effectively removes:
Oil residues
Adhesive glue
Labels
Grease contamination
Surface dirt and mud
Unlike traditional batch systems, this hot washer supports continuous operation for higher throughput and lower downtime.
The drum and main contact parts are made of SUS304 stainless steel for:
Corrosion resistance
Long service life
Easy maintenance
Stable operation in high-temperature environments
The rotary paddle system increases friction between PET flakes, improving washing quality without damaging materials.
Different drum diameters and motor configurations are available to match various recycling capacities.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Mixer Motor Power | 7.5KW / 11KW / 15KW |
| Drum Diameter | 1500mm / 1800mm / 2000mm |
| Material | SUS304 Stainless Steel |
| Rotary Valve Speed | 50 RPM |
| Application | PET Flakes Hot Washing |
| Operation Type | Continuous Running |
Custom specifications are available according to customer production requirements.
Our PET hot washer systems are designed for long-term industrial recycling operations with stable output and low maintenance costs.
The machine can be integrated with:
PET bottle label removers
Crushers
Friction washers
Floating washing tanks
Dewatering machines
Drying systems
PET pelletizing lines
The optimized thermal structure reduces unnecessary energy loss while maintaining effective cleaning temperatures.
We provide complete turnkey PET recycling solutions according to:
Production capacity
Factory layout
Raw material condition
Automation requirements
With over 20 years of manufacturing experience in plastic recycling machinery, Chenxing Machinery supplies reliable equipment to customers worldwide.
Our advantages include:
Professional engineering team
Strict quality control
CE-standard manufacturing
Global export experience
Technical installation support
Complete recycling line solutions
We are committed to helping recycling companies improve cleaning efficiency and produce high-quality recycled PET flakes.
A PET hot washer removes glue, oil, labels, grease, and stubborn contamination from PET flakes using heated chemical washing and mechanical friction.
Yes. The hot washer is one of the key machines for improving PET flakes cleanliness, especially for food-grade or high-quality recycling applications.
The main drum and contact parts are manufactured from SUS304 stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long-term durability.
Yes. This PET hot washer is designed for continuous operation to improve production efficiency and reduce downtime.
Yes. We can customize drum diameter, motor power, heating system, and overall recycling line configuration according to your requirements.
Looking for a reliable PET hot washer manufacturer for your plastic recycling project?
Contact Chenxing Machinery today for:
Machine quotations
Technical solutions
Factory layout suggestions
Complete PET recycling line support
Email: ceo@cxsljx.com
Website: Chenxing Machinery Official Website


Quick Answer The global plastic pipe market is worth roughly USD 90.1 billion in 2026 and is growing at about 5.4% per year through 2034 (Fortune Business Insights).The fastest-growing sub-segment is data center cooling pipe, sized at USD 2.06 billion in 2026 and forecast to reach USD 6.53 billion b
Overview A twin screw extruder is the heart of most PVC processing lines, but many buyers ask the same question before investing: which production lines can it actually serve? The Chenxing SJSZ series conical twin screw extruder answers this directly. With six models from SJSZ-45 to SJSZ-92 covering
OverviewA 10L laboratory plastic mixer is the first machine most plastics processors buy when developing new formulations, testing colorants and additives, or preparing small trial batches before full-scale production. The Chenxing SHR-10A high-speed mixer offers a 10 L vessel capacity (7 L effectiv
Overview A single screw extruder is the most versatile and cost-effective machine in plastic extrusion processing. With a screw diameter of 30–200 mm, an L/D ratio of 25–40:1, motor power of 11–200 kW and output of 20–1200 kg/h, it serves pipe and hose lines, profile and sealing-strip lines, sheet a
Overview Yes — a single 3D filament extrusion line can produce PLA, ABS and PETG interchangeably, but only when the machine is correctly configured and the operator follows a disciplined changeover procedure. It is not plug-and-play: each polymer has a different extrusion temperature window, drying
Overview For plastics processors, pharmaceutical plants, electronics cleanrooms and precision manufacturing lines, dehumidification is not a "nice-to-have" — it is the difference between consistent output and rejected batches. Yet when engineers compare drying technologies, the two most common archi
Overview — What Makes a PVC Soffit Panel Extrusion Line DifferentA PVC soffit panel extrusion line differs fundamentally from a standard profile extrusion setup in that it must integrate surface texturing, multi-pattern inline punching, and precision lamination into a single continuous production se
Overview: What Is a Disc Grinding Plastic Pulverizer?A disc grinding pulverizer is an industrial milling machine that converts thermoplastic granules, flakes, or regrind into fine powder through the mechanical shear and friction generated between a pair of precision-engineered grinding discs — one s
Overview: What Is a Disc Plastic Pulverizer?A disc plastic pulverizer is an industrial grinding machine that uses a high-speed rotating knife disc to convert thermoplastic scrap — such as PVC pipes, SPC flooring offcuts, and WPC profile waste — into fine, reusable powder typically ranging from 10 to
Learn how plastic extrusion works, from single and twin screw extruders to full extrusion line setups. Discover process steps, materials, and real-world applications.
Zhangjiagang, China — June 29, 2026 — Chenxing Machinery, a leading ISO9001 and CE-certified manufacturer of plastic extrusion and recycling equipment, today welcomed a long-term African client to its Zhangjiagang production base for the factory acceptance test (FAT) of a complete PP/PE/PET dry-stri
The global plastic compounding machine market is undergoing a significant transformation. Valued at USD 445.61 million in 2025 and projected to reach USD 851.23 million by 2032 at a CAGR of 9.68%, according to Research and Markets, this sector is being reshaped by three converging forces: the automa
The global polyvinyl chloride (PVC) market reached an estimated USD 78.26 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 113.33 billion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 4.2%, according to Fortune Business Insights. Asia Pacific alone commands 56.02% of global market share, driven by unprecedented ur
The international community's attempt to create a legally binding instrument on plastic pollution—the UN Global Plastic Treaty—has followed a turbulent trajectory. After the Busan talks (INC-5.1, 2024) failed to reach consensus, the resumed session in Geneva (INC-5.2, August 2025) again adjourned wi
The European Union's Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD)—Directive (EU) 2019/904—has transitioned from a future compliance obligation to an immediate operational reality. As of January 2025, every PET beverage bottle placed on the European Economic Area (EEA) market must contain a minimum of 25% po
The global post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics market has entered a historic growth phase. Valued at USD 73.45 billion in 2025, this market is projected to reach USD 173.09 billion by 2035, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.95%, according to research published by TowardsChem&M
The global medical tubing market is undergoing a structural expansion that no medical device manufacturer can afford to ignore. According to MarketsandMarkets, the market was valued at USD 12.53 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 18.41 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth
A practical guide for small factory owners in emerging marketsThis guide explains how a 5-to-30-person plastic factory can bring compounding in-house for under $50,000 total landed cost. You'll learn exactly which four machines you need, the realistic budget breakdown, a 14-day commissioning timelin
The EU Green Deal and dual carbon goals are reshaping chemical management. Discover how AI-powered eco-friendly dosing solutions with low-energy pumps, carbon tracking, and waste minimization are redefining sustainable manufacturing.The Green Mandate: When AI Meets Sustainability in Industrial Dosin
The automated fluid dispensing systems market is racing toward $0.17 billion at 8.70% CAGR through 2035. Explore how semiconductor packaging, flip-chip underfill, and pharmaceutical sterile filling are driving precision micro-fluid dosing innovation.The Micro-Fluid Revolution: Semiconductor and Phar

