Friction Washer | Plastic Film & Rigid Plastics Washing | Rinse & Dewater | Australian Made

Achieve intensive washing, rinsing and dewatering of plastic film and rigid plastics with the Telford Smith Friction Washer — a robust, inclined-frame system engineered for high-throughput recycling operations. Remove labels, adhesives, fines and contaminants to produce clean, high-value flake ready for extrusion or pelletising.

???? Model Options & Key Specifications:
FW350/3000 — Compact Throughput Model
• Motor Capacity: 11 kW
• Max Rotor Speed: 875 RPM
• Rotor Diameter: 330 mm
• Rotor Length: 3,000 mm
• Rotor Tips: 45 replaceable Hardox inserts
• Screen Opening: 4 mm standard (optional/custom sizes available)
• Max Theoretical Throughput: 500 kg/hr
• Frame: Inclined stainless steel support structure
• Body Material: Full SS304 stainless steel construction

FW500/3000 — High-Throughput Model
• Motor Capacity: 22 kW
• Max Rotor Speed: 875 RPM
• Rotor Diameter: 440 mm
• Rotor Length: 3,000 mm
• Rotor Tips: 33 replaceable Hardox inserts
• Screen Opening: 4 mm standard (optional/custom sizes available)
• Max Theoretical Throughput: 2,000 kg/hr
• Frame: Inclined stainless steel support structure
• Body Material: Full SS304 stainless steel construction

???? How It Works:
• Material enters at the lower end of the inclined frame
• Rotating Hardox-tipped rotor agitates material while water spray nozzles rinse and clean
• Centrifugal force pushes fines, dirty water and contaminants out through the lower discharge
• Cleaned material travels upward and exits at the upper end, ready for next-stage processing
• Top-mounted spray nozzles clean screens during operation for consistent performance

???? Core Benefits:
? Intensive Washing & Dewatering — Aggressive mechanical action + targeted water jets remove labels, adhesives, dust and fines in a single pass
? SS304 Stainless Steel Construction — Corrosion-resistant body, covers and screens for long service life in wet, abrasive environments
? Replaceable Hardox Rotor Tips — Extend wear life and reduce maintenance costs; easy swap-out without full rotor replacement
? Unique Bearing & Seal Arrangement — Externally mounted bearings + leak capture surround prevent contamination and simplify servicing
? Easy Access & Maintenance — Improved v2 design (2023) features streamlined structure, quick rotor removal and tool-free screen cleaning
? Adjustable Water Spray Nozzles — Individually tunable jets allow customised rinsing for different feedstocks and contamination levels
? Anti-Vibration Pads — Reduce noise and protect machine stability during high-speed operation

???? Technical Highlights:
• Inclined frame design enables gravity-assisted material flow and efficient dewatering
• Hexagonal screen configuration maximises surface area for contaminant removal
• Externally mounted bearings simplify lubrication and inspection
• Leak capture surround contains spills and protects floor environment
• Compatible with Telford Smith wash plants, sink/float tanks and mechanical dryers for complete recycling lines

???? Optimised For:
• Plastic Film: LDPE/LLDPE stretch wrap, shopping bags, agricultural film, post-consumer packaging
• Rigid Plastics: PET bottle flake, HDPE/PP containers, mixed rigid post-consumer waste
• Applications: Recycling MRFs, wash plant integration, flake preparation for extrusion or pelletising

???? Ideal For:
• Film recyclers requiring intensive label and adhesive removal
• PET bottle recyclers targeting food-grade or high-value non-food output
• Facilities upgrading from basic washing to multi-stage, high-purity systems
• Operations needing reliable, low-maintenance equipment with local Australian support
• Export-focused producers requiring consistent, specification-grade clean flake

???? Optional Upgrades:
• Custom screen openings to suit specific contamination profiles
• Enhanced water jet configurations for high-fines feedstocks
• Integration with Telford Smith sink/float tanks, mechanical dryers or bagging stations
• Automation interfaces for seamless wash plant control

? Australian Made & Supplied | ? Telford Smith Genuine Parts & Service | ? SS304 Stainless Steel Construction | ? Local Support — Melbourne-Based Technicians | ? v2 Design (2023) — Streamlined, Rigid, Easy-Maintenance | ? Compatible with Complete Wash Plant Systems

???? Ready to produce cleaner flake with less downtime? Contact us to configure your Telford Smith Friction Washer with the right model, screen options or wash plant integration. Get a quote today.