Plastic Recycling Plant Pitfalls: 5 Common Challenges & Solutions

Running a plastic recycling facility can be tricky. Here are the top pain points and how to tackle them:

1. Inconsistent Feedstock – Mixed or contaminated plastics?
    Use pre-sorting & washing lines to standardize materials.
2. Inefficient Crushing & Washing – Slow production?
    Upgrade to high-efficiency crushing & washing systems.
3. Separation Issues – Rubber, metals, or non-target plastics?
    Deploy precision separation technologies.
4. Moisture Problems – Wet flakes affecting pelletizing?
    Use centrifugal dehydration & hot-air drying.
5. High Energy & Labor Costs – Inefficient processes?
    Optimize with integrated, automated recycling lines.

Polytec’s plastic extrusion & recycling machinery provides the solutions above, helping plants boost efficiency, improve yield, and ensure high-quality output.


Post time: Jan-09-2026