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ZBS Lump and Purge Shredders for Plastics

Affordable plastics lump and purge shredders for plastic purgings and cutoffs.
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ZBS Lump and Purge Shredders for Plastics Recycling

Lump and Purge Shredder Description

ZERMA's ZBS Series is a single-shaft plastics lump and purge shredder with a tangential infeed eliminates the need for a hydraulic feeding system. Its compact and maneuverable design and ‘plug and play’ controls give this shredder total flexibility and ease of use. Like the ZSS, ZIS, and ZHS series shredders, the ZBS is driven by an oversized gearmotor and equipped with outboard bearings. It has a 310 mm diameter flat E-type rotor using the proven ZERMA knife holder and knife design in 600 mm or 850 mm widths. The user-friendly design allows for simple and efficient cleaning and maintenance. The ZBS lump shredders’ low rotor speed of 60 rpm and compact design makes it possible to shred lumps at a relatively low noise level. The shredder can be manually or conveyor fed with material discharge by conveyor or into a dropbox.

Lump and Purge Shredder Plastics Applications

The ZBS plastic lump and purge shredders are designed for in-house recycling of small lumps and purges from injection and blow molding processes. The typical input materials are small and medium-sized cakes such as head waste. The plastic material can be shredded to reduce its volume or processed further by a granulator and immediately reintroduced into the production process. The shredder also can destroy sensitive products or recycle small batches of low-volume products to avoid contamination of the main product line.

rotor knife

Concave Rotor Knife

The concave ground square knives produce high-quality output and can be rotated after a side is worn out.
l series shredder e type rotor

E-type Rotor

The flat E-type rotor has specially-machined pockets to hold and secure the knives. Optional weld on hard facing is available for abrasive applications.
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Lumps & Purgings

The ZBS shredders can easily process lumps and purgings of up to 400 mm diameter due to its aggressive tangential infeed that doesn’t need a hydraulic pusher.

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Lump and Purge Shredder Specifications

l series dimensions 2
ZBS SeriesZBS-600ZBS-850
lbs/hr
Rotor Diametermm310310
Rotor Widthmm600850
Rotor Speedrpm6161
Drive CapacitykW1118.5
Rotor Knivespcs2640
Stator Knivesrows11
Screen Sizemm>16>16
Effective Working Areamm x mm490 x 550490 x 830
Dimensions
Amm9951045
Bmm490490
Cmm22552255
Dmm525525
Emm14002080
Fmm550830
Gmm420470
Hmm9501200

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ZBS Lump and Purge Shredder?

The ZBS Lump and Purge Shredder is a compact, single-shaft plastics shredder designed for the efficient recycling of small plastic lumps and purgings produced during injection and blow molding processes. Featuring a tangential infeed, the ZBS eliminates the need for a hydraulic pusher and offers quiet, energy-efficient operation. Its plug-and-play design and easy maneuverability make it ideal for in-house recycling, helping manufacturers reduce waste and improve production efficiency.

The ZBS Lump and Purge Shredder is designed to process small and medium-sized plastic lumps, purgings, and head waste generated from injection and blow molding processes. It efficiently handles low-volume production scraps, allowing manufacturers to recycle and reintroduce materials directly back into their production lines.

The ZBS Lump and Purge Shredders offer a compact, energy-efficient design with low noise operation and easy mobility. Their tangential infeed removes the need for a hydraulic pusher, while the robust gearmotor and proven ZERMA knife system ensure reliable, low-maintenance performance for efficient in-house plastic recycling.

The ZBS Lump and Purge Shredder is simple to operate with its plug-and-play control system and can be manually or conveyor-fed. It features easy access to the cutting chamber for quick cleaning and maintenance. Routine tasks such as knife inspection and screen changes are straightforward, helping ensure reliable, long-term performance with minimal downtime.

You can request a quote by filling out the contact form on ZERMA America’s website or reaching out directly via email or phone to speak with a product specialist. Our team will provide pricing, technical details, and help you choose the best configuration for your recycling needs.

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