In the world of plastics recycling, operational efficiency and sustainability are key elements for success. Reconditioned machinery offers an advantageous solution for companies that want to optimise costs without compromising performance. In this article, we will explore five reasons why choosing reconditioned machinery can be a strategic decision for your business.

1. Significant Economic Savings

The purchase of reconditioned machinery allows high quality equipment at a lower cost than new. These savings can be reinvested in other areas of the company, improving overall competitiveness. Many companies opt for reconditioned machinery to balance budget requirements and optimal performance.

2. Reliability and Performance Guaranteed

Reconditioned machinery undergoes rigorous overhaul processes, replacing worn components and upgrading obsolete systems. The result is equipment that offers performance comparable to that of a new machine, with the added guarantee of quality.

3. Environmental Sustainability

Opting for remanufactured machinery helps reduce the environmental impact associated with the production of new equipment. Remanufacturing saves up to 88% in materials and 56% in energy compared to new production, reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 53%.

4. Compatibility with Existing Installations

In many cases, integrating new machinery into existing plants may entail additional costs for adaptations or replacements. Reconditioned machinery, often of the same technological generation, integrates more easily into existing production lines, avoiding further investment.

5. Contribution to the Circular Economy

The use of reconditioned machinery fits perfectly into the circular economy model, promoting the reuse and regeneration of resources. This approach not only reduces industrial waste, but also valorises components that are still functional, extending their useful life and generating new economic value.

Choosing reconditioned machinery is a smart strategy for recycling companies aiming to combine efficiency, sustainability and savings. Germanplast offers a selected range of reconditioned, guaranteed and ready-to-use machinery to support your company in achieving its goals.

Machinery Available Now: This Month's Most Wanted Refurbished Used Equipment:

CDM PREALPINA REGRANULATING LINE 130 mm., Capacity 500-600 kg/h, year 2013, offered totally reconditioned, READY TO GO (possibility fully-automatic screen changer FIMIC RAS 400)

PREALPINA EXTRUDER 130 mm. 35 L/D, 500-600 kg/h, 280 kw. d.c. drive and starter (new 2019), checked for good working conditions READY TO GO

OMP PREALPINA 180 mm. 35 L/D, 1.000-1.400 kg/h, with NEW barrel and NEW screw, offered totally reconditioned with warranty, Delivery : about 13 working weeks for total reconditioning

CDM PREALPINA REGRANULATING LINE 130 mm., Capacity 500-600 kg/h, Totally reconditioned in 2020, immediately available

CDM PREALPINA USED EXTRUSION LINE 85 mm. 35 L/D, 240-320 kg/h, fully RECONDITIONED, Delivery: about 10 weeks from confirmation

TECNOVA EXTRUSION LINE 130 mm. screw diam.37 L/D, 500-600 kg/h, 225 kw a.c. drive, offered as is, checked, lightly reconditioned, totally reconditioned

PRT RECYCLING EXTRUDER 85 mm screw, 30 L/D, Constructed in year 2000 - very few hours of work, excellent conditions, READY TO GO

WEIMA SINGLE SHAFT SHREDDER, 1500 mm 90 kw, 700 worked hours, Constructed in 2015, offered totally reconditioned, 4 weeks from confirmation

VECOPLAN VAZ 2500 M NF-T, Motor power 247 kw Hi Torque, 76 cutting crowns 60x60 mm, offered completely reconditioned, brought to next-to-new conditions, delivery 6 weeks from confirmation

This is just a selection of the machines ready to go. For more information, visit our website, our Youtube channel and contact us for any request!