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Sink Float Separation Tank With Paddle Wheel Driving Material Forward While Washing and Cleaning

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Dongguan Xinbao's Sink Float Separation Tank integrates washing, cleaning, and density-based separation in one unit. Its key paddle wheel actively drives material forward while agitating for superior contaminant removal, preventing clogs and ensuring consistent feed. Built with durable stainless steel, it offers customizable sizes and configurations for plastics recycling and waste processing, enhancing output purity, throughput efficiency, and reducing water/space costs compared to separate systems. Global market presence underscores reliability.
Negotiable MOQ: 1 Set (Price negotiable depending on order volume and customization)
Key Specifications
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Material:
Stainless Steel (Main Body)
Capacity:
Customizable to suit specific volume needs
Configuration:
Integrated Paddle Wheel Drive System
Payment & Shipping
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Port of Shipment:
China
Delivery Detail:
7 days
Material Stainless Steel (Main Body)
Capacity Customizable to suit specific volume needs
Configuration Integrated Paddle Wheel Drive System
Primary Function Washing, Cleaning & Separation Simultaneously
Application Plastics Recycling, Waste Processing
Drive Mechanism Paddle Wheel for Forward Material Movement
Separation Principle Density-Based Sink-Float Separation
Customization Available for specific material types

Manufactured by Dongguan Xinbao Machinery Co., Ltd., a trusted supplier serving diverse global markets including North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania, this Sink Float Separation Tank is engineered for efficiency and reliability. It expertly combines washing, cleaning, and material separation into a single, streamlined process, significantly boosting productivity in material recovery and recycling operations. The innovative paddle wheel design ensures consistent material flow while undergoing thorough cleaning, making it an indispensable asset for operations demanding high purity output.

Core Functionality & Advantages:

  • Integrated Processing: Performs washing, cleaning, and sink-float separation in one continuous operation, eliminating the need for multiple pieces of equipment and reducing floor space requirements.
  • Efficient Material Handling: The robust paddle wheel system actively drives the material forward through the tank while vigorously agitating it against the water flow. This dual action ensures:
    • Thorough removal of contaminants, dirt, and labels.
    • Prevention of material clumping or sinking prematurely.
    • Consistent, controlled feed rate for optimal separation efficiency.
  • Precise Density Separation: Utilizes the sink-float principle where materials are separated based on their specific density relative to water (or a chosen medium). Lighter materials (floats) are carried over weirs at the end, while heavier materials (sinks) are collected from the bottom.
  • Rugged Construction: Primarily constructed using high-grade stainless steel for the tank body and critical components, ensuring excellent corrosion resistance, durability, and longevity even in harsh, wet processing environments.
  • Optimized Water Usage: Designed with water circulation and filtration considerations in mind, promoting more sustainable operation by allowing for water reuse and reducing overall consumption.
  • Customization Ready: Tank dimensions, paddle wheel configuration, water inlet/outlet placement, and separation thresholds can be tailored to handle specific material types (e.g., PET flakes, HDPE flakes, mixed plastics) and desired throughput volumes.

Typical Technical Specifications (Standard Models - Customizations Available):

Parameter Value Range / Description
Tank Length 3m - 8m (Standard), Longer options possible
Tank Width 0.8m - 1.5m (Standard)
Processing Capacity 500 kg/h - 3000 kg/h+ (Depends on material & configuration)
Drive Motor Power 3 kW - 11 kW (Based on size & load)
Separation Medium Water (Standard), Option for specific gravity solutions
Material of Construction (Tank/Paddle) 304 / 316 Stainless Steel

Client Benefits:

  • Increased Purity & Yield: Achieve higher purity levels in separated fractions (float and sink) due to thorough cleaning during transport and precise density separation.
  • Reduced Operating Costs: Lower labor costs, reduced water consumption (with optional recirculation), and minimized space requirements compared to separate washing and separation lines.
  • Enhanced Productivity: Continuous processing flow eliminates bottlenecks, maximizing throughput and overall plant efficiency.
  • Reduced Maintenance: Robust stainless steel construction and simple, effective paddle wheel design minimize downtime and maintenance needs.
  • Scalability & Flexibility: Easily integrated into new or existing recycling lines; customizable to adapt to changing feedstock or output requirements.

Trusted by industrial processors worldwide, from North and South America to Eastern and Western Europe, across Southeast Asia, Africa, Oceania, and beyond, Dongguan Xinbao Machinery leverages its extensive market reach and manufacturing expertise to deliver robust separation solutions. This Sink Float Separation Tank embodies our commitment to providing equipment that enhances operational efficiency, product quality, and profitability. Experience the difference of integrated cleaning and separation – contact Dongguan Xinbao Machinery today for detailed specifications, pricing, and to discuss how this tank can optimize your material recovery process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

  1. Q: What types of materials is this separation tank best suited for?
    A: Primarily designed for plastic flakes (PET, HDPE, PP, PVC) in recycling. It's also effective for separating other materials based on density differences, like certain metals or minerals, when configured appropriately.
  2. Q: Can the separation density be adjusted?
    A: Yes, the separation density is primarily controlled by the medium (usually water). For finer separations requiring densities different from water (1.0 g/cm³), specific gravity solutions can be used as an option.
  3. Q: How is the water managed? Is water recycling possible?
    A> Water usage is a key consideration. The tank is designed to integrate with water recirculation systems (filtration, settling tanks), which is highly recommended to reduce freshwater consumption and treatment costs. Inlet/outlet placements facilitate this.
  4. Q: What is the advantage of the paddle wheel over just water flow?
    A: The paddle wheel provides positive mechanical conveyance. It ensures material moves forward at a controlled rate regardless of buoyancy, prevents clogging, and significantly enhances the scrubbing/cleaning action compared to passive flotation.
  5. Q: What maintenance does the paddle wheel system require?
    A: Maintenance is generally low. Periodic checks on paddle integrity, shaft bearings, and drive motor/gearbox lubrication are recommended. The stainless steel construction minimizes corrosion issues.
  6. Q: Are different sizes readily available, or is it custom-built?
    A: We offer standard sizes based on common throughput needs, but the tank is highly customizable. Dimensions (length, width, depth), paddle configuration, and weir heights can be tailored to your specific capacity and material requirements.
  7. Q: How does this integrate with upstream and downstream equipment?
    A: It's designed for seamless integration. Typically receives pre-washed or shredded material via conveyor. Outputs (float and sink) can be discharged via chutes or conveyors to drying systems or further processing stages. Connection points are standardized.
  8. Q: What is the typical lead time for a custom tank?
    A> Lead times vary based on complexity and current workload. Standard models may ship faster. Please inquire directly with Dongguan Xinbao Machinery for an accurate estimate based on your specifications.
Product Tags: Float Sink Separator , Paddle Washer Tank , Material Cleaning Separator

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