PM ULTRA Series 3D InGaAs Plastic Sorter for High-Precision Resin Material Separation
Specs & Features: 3D InGaAs Sorting
APEX PP PET Near-Infrared Plastic Sorter for Mixed Flake Recycling
Key Advantages
- 3D INGAAS Multi-Spectrum Polymer Identification Technology
- Excellent Adaptability for Highly Complex Feedstock
- 24/7 Heavy-Duty Industrial Continuous Operation
- Premium Industrial-Grade Purification Performance
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Product Introduction
APEX Near-Infrared Plastic Sorter Features
The PM ULTRA near-infrared plastic sorter is a high-end industrial vertical professional material sorting model, developed for large-scale, highly complex mixed plastic flake industrial production lines, with steady compatibility for bulk conventional plastic pellets. As this flagship industrial unit, it adopts proprietary 3D InGaAs ultra-depth spectral detection technology, breaking past flat-plane recognition limits of conventional 2D InGaAs sorting devices via three-dimensional depth perception. It delivers comprehensive, blind-spot-free identification of plastic material properties for flakes and standard pellets, reaching industry-leading accuracy in separating plastics with identical appearance but different resin composition. The system detects ultra-fine density discrepancies and structural traits undetectable by 2D spectral equipment. It reliably processes a wide range of hard-to-sort mixed plastic flakes and pellets, precisely separating and purifying special blended plastic fragments that cannot be fully sorted by standard vertical material sorting machines. Built with an industrial heavy-duty frame and high-throughput consistent vertical feeding system, it supports 24/7 non-stop heavy-duty operation, perfectly satisfying mass production requirements of large plastic recycling bases and industrial reprocessing lines. Boasting ultra-stable material identification algorithms and powerful anti-interference performance amid harsh production conditions, the PM ULTRA upgrades the quality and market value of industrially recycled plastic flakes and pellets. It serves as the premium high-precision vertical material sorting core equipment for large-scale, high-standard plastic recycling and upcycling projects.
1. 3D INGAAS Multi-Spectrum Polymer Identification Technology
Different from traditional 2D sorting technology that relies on limited spectral bands, the advanced 3D InGaAs camera adds an extra infrared spectral band for material detection. This upgraded multi-spectrum sensing capability enables highly accurate identification and separation of a full range of polymer types, covering PET, PP, PE, PC, alloy plastics, PMMA, ABS, PS, nylon, and POM. By expanding spectral detection dimensions, it effectively distinguishes highly similar plastic resins that cannot be differentiated by conventional 2D equipment, delivering significantly higher sorting accuracy and broader material compatibility for complex mixed plastic recycling.
2. Excellent Adaptability for Highly Complex Feedstock
It addresses tough sorting challenges including multi-size blended plastics, highly analogous resin mixtures and tiny irregular impurities that basic material sorters fail to eliminate completely. It achieves thorough and consistent material purification for complicated industrial waste plastic recycling materials.
3. 24/7 Heavy-Duty Industrial Continuous Operation
Fitted with an industrial reinforced mechanical structure and high-capacity even feeding system, it runs non-stop under extreme batch production loads long-term. Sorting precision remains constant without accuracy drift, well suited for large plastic recycling industrial park mass production.
4. Premium Industrial-Grade Purification Performance
Custom-built for large-scale high-standard plastic recycling projects, it drastically elevates the purity and industrial grade of output recycled plastics. It supplies dependable core sorting equipment for high-volume, high-value waste plastic resource valorization.
Parameters of Near-Infrared Plastic Sorter
| Model | Throughput (t/h) | Air pressure (Mpa) | Air consumption (m³/min) | Power (kw) | Weight (kg) | Dimension (mm) | Spectral Identification Wavelength (nm) |
| PM4 Ultra | 0.9-1.5 | 0.2-0.4 | ≤1.5 | 4 | 1400 | 2056*2025*2410 | 900 – 1700 |
| PM5 Ultra | 1.2-2 | 0.2-0.4 | ≤2.4 | 4.9 | 1500 | 2394*2025*2410 | 900 – 1700 |
| PM6 Ultra | 1.5-2.5 | 0.2-0.4 | ≤2.4 | 5.6 | 1650 | 2732*2025*2410 | 900 – 1700 |
| PM7 Ultra | 1.8-3 | 0.2-0.4 | ≤3.5 | 6.3 | 1750 | 3408*2025*2410 | 900 – 1700 |
| PM8 Ultra | 2-3.5 | 0.2-0.4 | ≤3.6 | 7.5 | 1900 | 3600*2025*2200 | 900 – 1700 |
| The above parameters are for reference only. Actual parameters vary according to different applications and materials. | |||||||
Performance Comparison
ACCEPTED — AFTER 3D NIR Material Sorting
Purified PET plastic flakes with purity of 99.99%
REJECTED — AFTER 3D NIR Material Sorting
Mixed non-PET plastic impurities of different resin types
APEX Sorting At Exhibitions
APEX regularly attends global professional plastics recycling exhibitions, showcasing our full line of plastic sorting equipment and communicating tailored sorting solutions with worldwide partners face to face. Visit the APEX Exhibition News column for more exhibition updates and details.
Support & Services
1. Pre-sales Customized Solution Consultation
Our professional technical team analyzes your waste plastic raw material composition, production capacity demand and factory layout, and tailors the most appropriate sorting model and overall recycling line layout scheme for free. We provide on-site material testing service to verify sorting effect before order confirmation.
2. Full-set Installation & On-site Commissioning
Engineers are available for overseas door-to-door equipment installation, wiring debugging and whole machine parameter optimization. The machine will be fully calibrated to reach stable sorting state before formal production handover.
3. Systematic Operation & Maintenance Training
We offer one-stop training covering equipment operation, touchscreen program switching, routine inspection, daily cleaning and simple fault troubleshooting. Operators can master independent use and basic maintenance within short-term guidance.
4. Long-term Spare Parts Supply & After-sales Response
Core wearing parts and vulnerable components are kept in overseas warehouses for fast delivery. Online remote technical support is available 7×24 hours; for complicated malfunctions, we arrange professional after-sales engineers to provide targeted solutions efficiently.
5. Free Lifetime Software Algorithm Upgrade
All APEX plastic sorters support free remote upgrading of material recognition algorithms. As new plastic sorting formulas are iterated, your equipment can expand applicable sorting materials and continuously improve sorting precision without extra charge.
FAQS
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What breakthrough does 3D InGaAs bring over traditional 2D flat spectrum sensors?
Conventional 2D InGaAs spectrum sensors only perform planar surface scanning on plastic flakes, which can only judge material types according to single-layer surface molecular information. It is unable to penetrate materials to detect internal structural differences, so it often fails to identify composite multi-layer plastic films, laminated plastic fragments and thin overlapping scraps.
The upgraded 3D InGaAs sensing system achieves three-dimensional depth penetration detection beyond planar scanning limits. It captures internal density gaps, layered material structures and subtle component differences inside plastic pieces that 2D flat spectrum equipment cannot perceive. It greatly improves the recognition accuracy for same-appearance but multi-composition mixed plastics, fundamentally lowering the misjudgment and missed sorting rate for complex recycled plastic raw materials in large-scale recycling lines.
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Can PM Ultra operate 24-hour heavy load at large plastic recycling industrial parks?
Absolutely. PM ULTRA is tailor-made for intensive large-volume industrial recycling scenarios. It adopts an industrial-grade reinforced mechanical frame and optimized high-flow stable vertical feeding structure, which effectively avoids material blockage and feeding jitter during long-term high-throughput operation.
Meanwhile the core spectral detection module is built inside a constant-temperature dustproof sealed cabinet, which shields interference from workshop temperature fluctuation, dust and humid environment. The whole machine supports 24/7 non-stop heavy-duty batch sorting without obvious precision attenuation or component overheating failure. It perfectly matches the uninterrupted mass production rhythm of large plastic washing workshops, granulation factories and recycling industrial parks.
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Can PM Ultra resolve ultra-hard-to-sort mixed industrial composite plastic waste?
Yes, it targets the long-standing sorting bottleneck of composite and multi-material blended industrial plastic waste in the recycling industry. Relying on exclusive depth spectrum recognition logic, PM ULTRA can distinguish laminated multi-material fragments, coated plastic scraps and hybrid composite plastic particles mixed in waste materials.
These special composite plastic impurities are difficult to be completely separated by common 2D material sorters due to similar surface spectral features. The 3D InGaAs system analyzes internal structural and density features from multiple dimensions, realizing thorough purification and separation of hard-to-sort composite plastic waste, which significantly lifts the final purity and added value of recycled plastic products.
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Does 3D InGaAs hardware require more strict dust-proof daily maintenance?
No extra complicated maintenance or tighter daily upkeep is required. The entire spectral detection area of PM ULTRA adopts a fully sealed independent dust-proof spectral chamber structure, which isolates flying plastic debris, workshop dust and water vapor from contacting core sensing components.
In terms of daily operation management, it only needs simple weekly wiping and cleaning of the external shell and feeding channel, with exactly the same maintenance cycle and operation threshold as conventional 2D InGaAs PM series sorters. It does not increase after-sales labor costs and daily management burden for recycling plant operators while maintaining long-term stable sorting precision.
We strictly control the production quality of each product and meticulously process every item.
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