sink-float separation system, featuring a long grey tank, an angled input conveyor belt on the left, and an output screw conveyor on the right.
Separation Equipment

Triple-Row Sink Float Separation Tank

A re-engineered sink-float system that delivers the effective separation distance of three traditional floating tanks in one robust unit, helping recycling plants achieve cleaner plastic streams from highly contaminated material.

  • Three-row travel path increases soaking time and improves contaminant removal within the same equipment footprint.
  • Top screws continuously move the material forward for stable separation and better washing consistency.
  • Designed for post-consumer plastics and heavy-contamination recycling projects where purity matters.

Working Principle

The triple-row design extends the material path so plastics spend more time soaking, separating, and releasing contamination before discharge.

1

Continuous Material Feeding

Plastic material enters the tank and is advanced by three top screws that keep the flow steady and controlled.

2

Screening and Initial Cleaning

A mesh screen beneath the screws filters out smaller contaminants while material continues forward through the tank.

3

Extended Triple-Row Travel

Instead of crossing the tank once, the material travels through three rows, increasing contact time for soaking, separation, and cleaning.

4

Improved Purity at Discharge

The longer washing path helps remove stubborn contamination more effectively, leading to a cleaner and more stable plastic stream.

Advantages of the Triple-Row Design

Enhanced Separation Efficiency

The longer travel distance through three rows allows material more time to soak and separate thoroughly.

Superior Contaminant Removal

Highly contaminated plastics benefit from a longer washing period, which improves final cleanliness and separation quality.

Optimized Footprint

The triple-row configuration provides the effect of three traditional tanks while keeping the equipment layout more compact.

Cost-Effective Operation

Higher separation power and improved washing efficiency help reduce long-term operating cost per ton of processed material.

Equipment Overview

Triple-row sink float separation tank front view

Extended Multi-Row Separation Path

This design allows dirty plastic to travel through three separate rows inside one machine body, giving the material additional retention time for separation and washing without tripling the equipment footprint.

Triple-row sink float separation tank side view

Continuous Forward Conveying

Three top screws keep the plastic stream moving through the tank while the lower screened area helps separate unwanted fines and improve process stability.

Practical Applications and Customer Feedback

Post-Consumer Plastic Recycling

The machine is particularly effective in recycling lines processing dirty, mixed, or heavily contaminated post-consumer plastics.

High-Purity Separation Projects

Customers using this design report better separation results and cleaner plastic streams where conventional single-pass tanks were not sufficient.

Conclusion

The Triple-Row Sink Float Separation Tank increases effective separation power within the same general footprint, making it a practical investment for modern recycling plants that need higher purity and stronger contaminant removal.

Warranty & Installation

1-Year Limited Warranty

Each recycling machine includes a limited warranty covering supported manufacturing defects and core equipment reliability.

Installation Support

We provide installation assistance, engineer support at site, and optional maintenance or operation consulting according to project scope.

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Author: Plastic Recycling Machine - Rumtoo

Rumtoo Plastic Recycling Machinery is a premier manufacturer specializing in high-performance solutions for PET bottle and PP/PE film recycling. With over 20 years of expertise, we offer an integrated range of equipment, including advanced Washing Systems, Pelletizing Lines, Plastic Shredders, and Crushers. Our technology is specifically engineered to transform challenging waste—such as soiled LDPE films and PP non-woven bags—into high-purity plastic granules. Today, Rumtoo supports hundreds of recycling facilities worldwide, processing thousands of tonnes of plastic monthly and driving global circular economy goals.