Mechanical Dryer | Centrifugal Drying for Plastic Film & Rigid Plastics | Australian Made

Achieve efficient, low-maintenance drying of washed plastic flake with the Telford Smith Mechanical Dryer — a robust centrifugal drying system engineered for plastic film and rigid plastics. Remove residual moisture via high-speed rotation to produce dry, consistent flake ready for extrusion, pelletising or direct sale.

???? Model Options & Key Specifications:
MD450 — Compact Throughput Model
• Motor Capacity: 22 kW
• Max Rotor Speed: 930 RPM
• Rotor Diameter: 400 mm
• Rotor Length: 1,150 mm
• Rotor Tips: 60 replaceable Hardox inserts
• Screen Opening: 4 mm standard (optional/custom sizes available)
• Max Theoretical Throughput: 1,000 kg/hr
• Frame: Hot-dip galvanised carbon steel with anti-vibration pads
• Body Material: SS304 stainless steel access covers, inlet/outlet chutes

MD800 — High-Throughput Model
• Motor Capacity: 37 kW
• Max Rotor Speed: 930 RPM
• Rotor Diameter: 760 mm
• Rotor Length: 1,960 mm
• Rotor Tips: 87 replaceable Hardox inserts
• Screen Opening: 4 mm standard (optional/custom sizes available)
• Max Theoretical Throughput: 4,000 kg/hr
• Frame: Hot-dip galvanised carbon steel with anti-vibration pads
• Body Material: SS304 stainless steel access covers, inlet/outlet chutes

Shared Features Across Both Models:
? Centrifugal drying via high-speed rotor — moisture separated through screen holes, discharged at base
? Dynamically balanced rotor with removable Hardox tips for low-cost maintenance in high-wear applications
? Bearings isolated from main body via spacer box — prevents water/contaminant ingress, extends service life
? Hexagonal screen design — increases turbulence for improved drying efficiency and contamination separation
? Large tank access door with rack-and-pinion crank — effortless cleaning and maintenance
? Dual spray bars on infeed side — prevent fine material buildup on screens during operation
? Anti-vibration pads between body and frame — reduce noise, protect machine stability, minimise floor vibration
? Modular design — easy integration into new or existing wash plant systems
? Optional base profile — choose low or high profile to enable cascading designs and reduce reliance on blowers/augers

???? How It Works:
• Washed material enters at upper or lower section of the rotor
• High-speed rotation (up to 930 RPM) generates strong centrifugal force
• Moisture is forced through screen holes and discharged at the machine base
• Dry material is transferred horizontally by inclined rotor paddles
• Output feeds into downstream pneumatic conveying, bagging or extrusion systems

???? Core Benefits:
? Efficient Centrifugal Drying — Remove residual moisture from washed flake without thermal energy, reducing operating costs
? Low Maintenance Design — Replaceable Hardox tips, externally mounted bearings and easy-access covers minimise downtime
? Corrosion-Resistant Construction — SS304 contact points + hot-dip galvanised frame for long life in wet, abrasive environments
? Consistent Output Quality — Dynamically balanced rotor ensures even drying and stable flake moisture content
? Flexible Integration — Modular design and optional base profiles enable seamless fit into existing wash lines or new turnkey plants
? Quiet, Stable Operation — Anti-vibration pads and isolated bearing housing reduce noise and floor transmission

???? Optimised For:
• Plastic Film: LDPE/LLDPE stretch wrap, shopping bags, agricultural film flake
• Rigid Plastics: PET bottle flake, HDPE/PP containers, mixed rigid post-consumer waste
• Applications: Post-wash drying for extrusion feed, pelletising preparation, export-grade flake production

???? Ideal For:
• Film recyclers requiring reliable, low-energy drying after friction washing
• PET bottle recyclers targeting food-grade or high-value non-food output
• Facilities upgrading from basic dewatering to mechanical centrifugal drying
• Operations needing consistent flake moisture content for extrusion or pelletising
• Export-focused producers requiring specification-grade dry recyclate

???? Optional Upgrades:
• Custom screen openings to suit specific material profiles or moisture targets
• Enhanced spray bar configurations for high-fines feedstocks
• Integration with Telford Smith pneumatic conveying, cyclones or bagging stations
• Cascading base profile options to enable gravity-fed material flow between equipment

? Australian Made & Supplied | ? Telford Smith Genuine Parts & Service | ? SS304 + Galvanised Construction | ? Local Support — Melbourne-Based Technicians | ? Modular Design for Easy Integration | ? Compatible with Complete Wash Plant Systems

???? Ready to produce dry, consistent flake with minimal energy and maintenance? Contact us to configure your Telford Smith Mechanical Dryer with the right model, screen options or wash plant integration. Get a quote today.