ACTA 6-screw bale opener

This ACTA 6-screw Bale opener for PET bottles – case 32906 is one of the larger ACTA solutions we have developed. Built with additional equipment from BEMA. This ACTA solution is designed for a large PET-bottle factory and will serve as a crucial machine at the start of the PET-bottle recycling process.

What does an ACTA Bale Opener do?

An ACTA Bale Opener, such as this one, is a specialized machine used in PET bottle recycling. It plays a vital role in loosening compressed bales of PET bottles, regardless of bale size or compression level. Being a low-speed, high-torque machine, the ACTA Bale Opener gently opens the bales, ensuring that each PET bottle remains intact and unshredded. This is crucial as recycling plants prefer whole PET bottles to optimize subsequent processes like optical material sorting, color sorting, label and caps removal, or washing, thereby enhancing the quality of the resulting rPET. The main feature of the ACTA is its ability to use the material against itself to create a kneading process. Additionally, the ACTA screws never touch each other, which minimizes maintenance and extends the machinery’s lifespan, often beyond 40 years.

The ACTA Bale Opener has been customized in the following ways:

• A special floor frame to meet the customer’s requirements
• A 14-meter-long metal belt conveyor as a loading system to feed bales into the ACTA
• A comprehensive control panel in four large Retal metal cabinets, including PLC, touchscreen, and frequency drivers
• A reliable and robust gear setup

BEMA has designed, built, and tested everything, providing the customer with a complete turnkey solution. If you have a similar project or need a Bale Opener, please contact BEMA at the contact information below, and we will be more than happy to assist you. You can see other ACTA solution here

FAQ: ACTA 6‑Screw Bale Opener

1. What is the ACTA 6‑screw bale opener used for?

The ACTA bale opener is designed for PET‑bottle recycling plants, where it loosens compressed PET bales without damaging the bottles. This ensures optimal conditions for downstream sorting and washing processes.

2. How does the ACTA bale opener work?

It operates as a low‑speed, high‑torque machine that gently kneads the material. The screws never touch each other, reducing wear and extending the machine’s lifespan—often beyond 40 years.

3. Why is it important that PET bottles remain intact?

Recycling facilities prefer whole bottles because intact material improves optical sorting, color separation, label removal, and washing efficiency, resulting in higher‑quality rPET output.

4. Can the ACTA bale opener be customized?

Yes. This solution includes a special floor frame, a 14‑meter metal belt conveyor for feeding, and a full control panel with PLC, touchscreen, and frequency drives—fully tailored to customer needs.

5. Does BEMA deliver turnkey solutions?

Absolutely. BEMA designs, builds, and tests the entire system before delivery, ensuring a complete, ready‑to‑install solution with reliable performance from day one.