The VihoX 800 Dual-Inlet Inline Thermoforming Scrap Crusher (1-to-2) is a cost-optimizing central granulation installation engineered to simultaneously process continuous skeletal edge trim from two adjacent plastic cup making machines or three-station thermoformers. Featuring an 800 mm cutting chamber width (crushing chamber dimensions: 800×330 mm) equipped with independent dual traction infeed assemblies running at 5 to 40 m/min, this shared unit eliminates duplicate machinery investments while halving floor space requirements.
Powered by an 11–15 kW main motor with an integrated 4–5.5 kW pneumatic air blower and dual 1.5 kW traction drives, the VihoX 800 Dual-Inlet system granulates dual incoming sheet skeletals in PP, PS, PET, and PLA (0.2–3.5 mm calipers), delivering combined hourly regrind throughput of 300 to 500 kg/h. Featuring 4 stationary bed knives and 6 rotary blades in vacuum-hardened DC53 alloy tool steel within a soundproof enclosure (65–85 dB), it automatically returns regrind flakes continuously to central extrusion silos.
Factory trial run: VihoX Dual-Inlet Inline Scrap Crusher (1-to-2)
| Shared Granulator Metric | 1-to-2 Dual Configuration | Plant Floor & Capital Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Machine Category | Thermoforming Online Crusher (Shared Dual-Inlet) | Shared central inline unit serving two production lines simultaneously |
| Machine Connection | 2 Forming Machines → 1 Shared Crusher | Cuts auxiliary equipment capital cost and maintenance overhead by 50% |
| Applicable Web Scrap | PP / PS / PET / PLA / HIPS Thermoforming Scrap | Handles web waste streams from both identical and differing container molds |
| Crusher Width / Chamber Width | 800 mm | Substantial cutting span comfortably accepting twin infeed web paths |
| Crushing Chamber Size | Approx. 800 × 330 mm | Deep cutting envelope preventing web crossing or jamming |
| Feed Infeed Architecture | Dual Feed Inlets (Independent Traction Drives) | Separate motorized infeed stations running at independent speeds |
| Scrap Caliper Range | 0.2 – 3.5 mm | Accepts varying thickness profiles across the two connected machines |
| Main Motor Power | 11 – 15 kW | Heavy continuous motor handling combined peak scrap throughput |
| Blower Motor Rating | 4 – 5.5 kW | High vacuum airflow evacuating combined flake volume without clogging |
| Traction Motor Power | 1.5 kW (Dual-Feed Design) | Dedicated motor and drive gear for each independent sheet line |
| Traction Line Speed | Approx. 5 – 40 m/min | Independent speed modulation tracking two separate line tempos |
| Fixed Counter Knives | 4 pcs | Stationary stator blades providing clean counter-shearing edges |
| Rotary Cutting Knives | 6 pcs | Multi-claw open rotor delivering rapid scissor-action granulation |
| Knife Tool Metallurgy | DC53 / Special Alloy Steel | Extreme edge retention resisting abrasive wear from high scrap volumes |
| Screen Mesh Sizes | Ø8 / 9.5 / 10 / 12 / 14 mm | Ensures consistent flake size for direct blending with virgin polymer resin |
| Combined Capacity | 300 – 500 kg/h | Absorbs full scrap volume from two simultaneous production lines |
| Scrap Conveying Logistics | Dual Feeding + Air Conveying Recycling | Complete closed-loop pneumatic conveyance back to central blenders |
| Acoustic Emission Level | Approx. 65 – 85 dB | Enclosed acoustic sound panels dampening operational cutting sound |
| Electrical Grid Standard | 380V / 50Hz / 3Phase (Customizable) | Dual interlock relays wired to both parent machine safety systems |
| Outer Physical Footprint | Approx. 1800 × 1140 × 2050 mm | Compact footprint positioned midway between two thermoformers |
| Machine Total Weight | Approx. 1.7 – 2.2 T | Heavy rigid base plate minimizing vibration during combined cuts |
| Target Machine Applications | Shared Online Scrap Recycling for 2 Cup / 3-Station Machines | Ideal for dual VihoX-660, VihoX-720, or compact three-station lines |
The engineering innovation of the VihoX 800 Dual-Inlet crusher lies in its independent infeed drive mechanics. In real-world packaging plants, two adjacent thermoforming lines rarely operate at identical speeds or mold cycle rates. The VihoX 800 features two physically separate motorized traction roll sets, each governed by its own dedicated frequency inverter and web-tension sensor. If Machine A pauses for a roll change while Machine B continues running at top speed, the shared crusher seamlessly adjusts infeed rates without disruption.
Equipping every forming line with its own granulator multiplies machine investment, electrical drops, and maintenance routines. The VihoX 800 dual-inlet system solves this challenge by serving two machines simultaneously, cutting equipment procurement expenses and keeping production corridors uncluttered.
The VihoX 800 dual-inlet inline crusher matches perfectly with paired machine layouts:
Yes. Because each traction infeed has an independent inverter drive and clutch, the machine operates equally well processing one web stream or two simultaneously.
Each traction roll set is controlled by its own loop sensor, automatically modulating infeed speed (5–40 m/min) to match the exact tempo of its connected line.
Both connected machines should run compatible polymers (e.g., both PP or both PS) if regrind is fed directly back into a single extruder feed throat.
The shared electrical cabinet includes dual emergency stop relay loops: a fault on Machine A stops only Machine A and its dedicated traction roll without shutting down Machine B.
The dual-inlet crusher is typically placed equidistant behind two parallel thermoforming lines spaced 1.5 to 3.0 meters apart for smooth web guide transition.
The 6 rotor blades and 4 stationary knives are fabricated from premium DC53 tool steel, heat-treated to HRC 60–62 for long life under dual scrap volume.
The unit operates on AC380V / 50Hz 3-phase power, with an installed load of approx. 23 kW (15 kW main motor + 5.5 kW blower + twin 1.5 kW traction drives).
Our engineering department provides custom 2D/3D plant layouts showing web approach angles, piping routes, and clearance corridors tailored to your building.
Learn how our dual-inlet granulator eliminates redundant auxiliary machines and frees up valuable factory production space.
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