Recycling

BritAS melt filter reduces loss, saves money

May 3, 2024

The ABMF-1600-TH can be used in single- and twin-screw extrusion systems.

The BritAS ABMF-1600-TH melt filter can be used in single- and twin-screw extrusion systems.

ABMF-1600-TH This automatic belt melt filter, BritAS’ largest model, is specifically designed for post-consumer recycling applications. It can be used in single and twin-screw extrusion systems with capacities from 4,000 pounds per hour to 13,250 pounds per hour. Melt buffer volume ranges from 12 quarts to 26 quarts.

What’s new? The 1,600-square-centimeter filter area, which comes through two ABMF filter units connected by melt adapters. The support plate design consists of a grid and die plate that improves throughput, minimizes pressure and provides more gentle processing.

Benefits Melt loss of less than 1 percent. This results in lower operating costs. The ABMF-1600-TH can be retrofitted from discontinuous to continuous operation.

BritAS Filtration Systems, Tucker, Ga., 678-325-6708, www.britas.de/en/

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Editor Ron Shinn is a co-founder of Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing and has been covering the plastics industry for more than 35 years. He leads the editorial team, directs coverage and sets the editorial calendar. He also writes features, including the Talking Points column and On the Factory Floor, and covers recycling and sustainability for PMM and Plastics Recycling.