Background: Ms. Siti, a 38-year-old university-educated entrepreneur in Jakarta, launched her plastic recycling business in 2020, driven by Indonesia’s national plastic pollution control policies. Her medium-sized factory, situated near Tanjung Priok Port—Indonesia’s busiest seaport—focuses on processing PP/PE plastic waste sourced from local supermarkets and packaging facilities. As Jakarta accounts for 25% of Indonesia’s total plastic waste, Ms. Siti aimed to convert this waste into profitable, high-quality recycled granules while adhering to the government’s 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) principles. Initially, she relied on outdated, low-efficiency equipment, which struggled to keep up with the rising demand for premium recycled materials processed by a high-quality Plastic granulator.
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The Challenge: Ms. Siti encountered three critical pain points that stunted her business growth. First, the equipment she used featured a low L/D ratio, resulting in incomplete plastic melting and 15% of the output granules containing air bubbles—making them unmarketable to high-end injection molding manufacturers. Second, the equipment consumed 80 kWh per ton of plastic, far exceeding the industry average of 65 kWh, which inflated her operational costs amid Jakarta’s rising electricity prices. Third, the lack of an efficient vacuum exhaust system emitted harmful fumes from printed plastic waste, violating Jakarta’s strict environmental emission standards and putting her at risk of costly fines. After comparing multiple suppliers, she found most industrial models were too large for her port-side factory space and lacked reliable after-sales support in Indonesia.
The Solution: We customized a TL-120 Plastic granulator to align with Jakarta’s market demands and Ms. Siti’s factory constraints, featuring professional configurations tailored to her needs: •A screw with an L/D ratio of 1:32, ensuring full melting and uniform mixing of PP/PE waste to eliminate air bubbles in the final granules. •A dual-position vacuum exhaust system, which effectively removes volatile gases from printed plastic and ensures compliance with Jakarta’s environmental emission requirements. •A PLC full-automatic control system, reducing manual operation from 3 workers to just 1 and cutting labor costs by 60%. •An energy-saving motor with frequency conversion technology, lowering unit energy consumption to 62 kWh per ton—well below the industry average. •A compact design that fits Ms. Siti’s limited port-side factory space, with easy access for equipment maintenance and raw material transportation. Our pre-sales team conducted on-site factory inspections, delivered a detailed feasibility report, and trained her staff on operation. For post-sales support, we offered 24/7 technical assistance and a 1-year warranty, with spare parts stored locally in Jakarta for quick replacement.
The Results: After 3 months of operation, the customized Plastic granulator delivered remarkable outcomes for Ms. Siti’s business: 1. Production capacity doubled from 250 kg/h to 500 kg/h, significantly boosting daily output. 2. Unit energy consumption decreased by 22.5%, saving 18 kWh per ton of plastic and reducing monthly electricity costs by 4,500,000 IDR. 3. 99% of the output granules were bubble-free and transparent, meeting injection molding grade standards—allowing her to raise the selling price from 6,000 IDR/kg to 8,500 IDR/kg. 4. The exhaust system fully complied with Jakarta’s environmental standards, avoiding potential fines and enhancing her brand reputation. “This equipment is a game-changer for my business—energy-saving, efficient, and reliable. It not only increased my profits but also helped me contribute to Jakarta’s plastic pollution control efforts,” said Ms. Siti.
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FAQ: Q1: Can this Plastic granulator handle wet PP/PE waste? A1: Yes, it is equipped with a pre-drying system that can process plastic waste with a moisture content of up to 12%, making it ideal for Jakarta’s humid climate. Q2: How long does installation and commissioning take? A2: Our team completes installation and commissioning within 5 days, with on-site training for your staff to ensure seamless operation. Q3: Is there local after-sales support in Jakarta? A3: Yes, we have a local after-sales service center in Jakarta, providing 24/7 technical support and quick spare parts replacement.
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