Efficient Drying Solutions for Plastic Recycling: Beyond Hot Air Methods

“Quick drying” doesn’t always mean efficient drying.

Flash systems rely on hot air. And that’s the problem.

For many plastic streams, especially films, moisture doesn’t just sit on the surface. It clings. It hides. It sticks around.

That’s where we see the gap.

Mechanical dryers (Telford Smith) physically remove water.

Screw compactors (RUNI) squeeze it out under pressure.

The result?
• Lower residual moisture
• Reduced reliance on thermal systems
• Better material quality heading into extrusion

For Australian recyclers, this isn’t theory. It’s already being implemented across high-output lines.

If your drying stage feels like a bottleneck, it probably is.

Here’s what to consider instead:
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