Technical Resources
Technical insights on granulator knife maintenance, machine selection, and plastic size reduction — from the team at Virtus Equipment Direct.
Dull knives and worn screens don't fail suddenly — they degrade gradually, costing you in fines, energy draw, and throughput long before the machine stops. Learn the warning signs, the maintenance schedule, and what waiting too long actually costs your operation.
Read full article on Virtus EquipmentMachine specs tell you what equipment is capable of. A material test tells you how your specific material — in your specific form and geometry — actually behaves on that machine. Here is what the testing process reveals that no brochure can.
Read full article on Virtus EquipmentThe choice between beside-the-press and central granulation affects knife wear, regrind quality, labor, and floor space. This guide breaks down the tradeoffs so you can match the right granulation strategy to your production environment.
Read full article on Virtus EquipmentThe full blog covers shredder vs. granulator selection, recycling process guides, material testing, maintenance schedules, and more.
