
Plastics recycling
Krones MetaPure
Washing modules for plastics recycling
Whether PET, PE, PP or PS – our washing module guarantees first-class washing results in the recycling process. Even plastic materials which are difficult to recycle can be reliably treated. The available configurations are optimally matched to suit the various requirements of the different plastic types.
At a glance
- Recycling of all different types of plastic waste to flakes of utmost quality
- Tailor-made to meet the requirements of our customers: Available as "Compact" or "Performance" configuration
- Resource-saving, well-proven process
- Low water and energy consumption
- Minor production of fine particles thanks to slowly rotating units
- Patented hot washing in intensive washer
Two configuration types for plastics recycling
| Module type | MetaPure Compact | MetaPure Performance |
| Field of applications | Recycling of bales into flakes | Recycling of bales into flakes |
| Possible input | 1.500 kg/h to 6.000 kg/h | 1,500 kg/h to 6,000 kg/h |
| Surface requirement of complete line (grinding, washing module, flake sorting) | 500 – 1.000 m2 | 1.000 – 1.600 m2 |
| Plastic materials* | PET bottles, PET shells, HDPE, PP , PS | PET bottles, HDPE |
* We offer feasibility studies in our Recycling Technology Center for additional plastics.
Functional details of the various washing modules

MetaPure Compact
Compact. Efficient. Versatile.
- Flexibly applicable for PET bottles, PET trays, HDPE, PP and PS
- Very small footprint
- Minimised fine particle production thanks to slowly rotating units and a gentle washing process
- Resource-efficient process: Low water consumption, high energy efficiency
- Outstanding washing results
- Perfect balance between economic efficiency and performance
- High-quality stainless steel design manufactured in-house

MetaPure Performance
Reliable. Stable. Powerful.
- Applicable for PET bottles and HDPE
- Strategic buffer concept for a reliable plant availability
- Reduced fine particle production thanks to slowly rotating units and a gentle washing process
- Resource-efficient process: Low water consumption, high energy efficiency
- Outstanding washing results
- High-quality stainless steel design manufactured in-house

Single machines for plastics recycling
Flexibly integrated into both new and existing lines: Krones single machines for plastics recycling stand for maximum quality and efficiency.
Krones Recycling as turnkey supplier
Complete recycling plant from a single source

Benefits to you: one single contact partner and fewer interfaces.
Benefits to you
Complete system competence
Thanks to our decades of experience in the plastics industry, we implement turnkey recycling solutions, from the initial idea to the finished plant.
Low energy and water consumption
Through intelligent process management and resource-saving technologies, we permanently reduce our customers' consumption, for sustainable economic efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Always at your side
The Lifecycle Service Team of Krones Recycling supports our customers as a forward-looking partner throughout the entire life cycle of your machines and systems.
High-quality recyclates
Our washing technology supplies recyclate in premium quality, the ideal basis for further processing for demanding applications, such as food contact.
Project management and service
Strong global network: A Krones Recycling project manager accompanies the entire project, from planning to acceptance. Installation and commissioning are carried out on site by our experienced team of experts – reliably and professionally.
We look forward to hearing from you
Would you like to find out more about recycling or do you have specific questions and suggestions? Then simply fill out the contact form. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

