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A PET bottle washing line is an integrated recycling system designed to process waste PET bottles into clean, high-purity PET flakes. The line removes labels, caps, glue, dirt, sugar residue, and other contaminants before further pelletizing or fiber production.
PET bottle washing lines are widely used in:
Bottle-to-bottle PET recycling
PET fiber and textile production
PET sheet and packaging applications
An efficient PET bottle washing line provides several key benefits:
Improves PET flake purity and consistency
Meets food-grade or fiber-grade quality standards
Enhances downstream extrusion performance
Increases the value of recycled PET materials
Reduces production downtime and operating risks
Without proper washing, PET flakes may contain impurities that limit their market applications.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Input Material | Whole bottles, bales, or pre-crushed flakes |
| Output | Clean PET flakes (12–16mm), purity ≥99% |
| Capacity Range | 300 kg/h – 3,000 kg/h (custom up to 6,500 kg/h) |
| Final Moisture | <1% |
| Power Supply | 380V / 50Hz (custom voltage available) |
| Control System | PLC + HMI Touchscreen |
| Water Consumption | 1.0–1.5 tons per ton of flakes (with recycling) |
| Certifications | CE, ISO 9001, SGS |
Whether you’re a wholesaler, importer, or project contractor, We adapts our services to your business model—we’re not just a supplier, but a long-term partner who understands global logistics, documentation, and market expansion.
Barcode, QR code and other labels required for your local market are supported.
Our dedicated export team tracks your cargo transportation, documentation and after-sales feedback.
A complete PET bottle washing line typically includes the following equipment:
Breaks compressed PET bottle bales and ensures stable feeding.
Separates labels, caps, and non-PET materials to improve flake purity.
Grinds PET bottles into uniform flakes for effective washing.
Removes glue, oil, sugar residue, and stubborn contaminants.
Separates PET flakes from PP/PE caps and performs final rinsing.
Reduces moisture content to meet pelletizing or storage requirements.
Strict inspections from sourcing to assembly ensure consistent quality and compliance with international standards.
We support custom capacity, process optimization, equipment layout, branding, and packaging to meet your specific market needs.
Direct factory supply eliminates middlemen, offering attractive wholesale prices and strong profit margins for your business.
Efficient production planning shortens lead times to 25-45 days after order confirmation (custom projects negotiated separately).
Years of export experience to NA, EU, SEA, ME, and SA—we manage logistics, customs, and local compliance.
Provide on-site installation, operator training, 1-year warranty for core components, lifelong technical guidance, and long-term supply of replacement parts.
Different end applications require different washing standards:
| Item | Food-Grade PET | Fiber-Grade PET |
|---|---|---|
| Washing Level | High | Medium |
| Hot Washing | Required | Optional |
| Flake Purity | Very High | Standard |
| Investment Cost | Higher | Lower |
Choosing the right configuration ensures cost control and market compliance.
When selecting a PET bottle washing line, consider the following factors:
The type, moisture, and impurity level of input PET bottles directly affect washing process design and equipment selection.
Different end-use standards (e.g., food contact vs. textile fiber) dictate the intensity of washing and purification steps.
Choosing the right capacity ensures stable operation and efficient production.
Efficient designs help reduce water usage and operating costs.
Higher automation reduces labor costs and improves production consistency.
Reliable support ensures long-term stable operation and minimal downtime.
Reliable after-sales service, including installation guidance, operator training, spare parts supply, and long-term technical support, is essential to ensure stable operation and minimize downtime.
A professional manufacturer can customize the line to match your recycling needs.
Equipment Use FAQ
With proper operation and regular maintenance, the service life is 8-12 years; key components (blades, conveyor belts) can be replaced to extend the equipment’s service life.
Yes. Our food-grade models comply with FDA and EFSA standards, use food-grade materials for key components, and have passed SGS certification. The produced PET flakes can be safely used for food packaging.
Daily maintenance includes: cleaning the washing tanks and filters, checking the wear of crusher blades, lubricating the conveyor system, testing the stability of the electrical control system, and replacing the washing water regularly.
Yes. We provide small-scale models (500kg/h-1000kg/h) with compact structure, low investment cost, and simple operation, which are very suitable for small and medium-sized recycling plants or trial production projects.
Yes. The line is equipped with an optional color sorting system, which can separate colored and transparent PET flakes according to customer needs, ensuring the uniformity and quality of finished products.
Purchase & Cooperation FAQ
We are a direct manufacturer with our own production lines, R&D team, and export department. We welcome customers to visit our factory for on-site inspections and equipment testing.
For standard models, the MOQ is 1 set; for customized models, the MOQ is determined according to specific customization requirements. We support trial orders for small-scale models.
Yes. We can provide free samples of high-purity PET flakes processed by our equipment; customers only need to cover the courier cost.
The lead time for standard models is 25-35 days; for customized models, it is 35-45 days. We will arrange production and delivery as soon as possible according to the order, and provide real-time production updates.
Yes. We have a professional overseas after-sales team and cooperative engineers in key regions. We provide on-site installation, commissioning, and maintenance services, and support remote technical guidance 24/7.