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34 Extrusion International 3/2025 RECYCLING New ReadyMac for Post-Consumer Applications now with Laserfilter EREMA is expanding the portfolio of its ReadyMac plastics recycling system by introducing the new ReadyMac 500 "Heavy Duty" version. Thanks to the integration of the EREMA Laserfilter, this universal and cost-effective recycling machine is now also suitable for processing demanding post-consumer materials. "The updated ReadyMac has hit the mark in terms of market requirements and has exceeded our expec- tations, especially given the current economic environ- ment," says Michael Köhnhofer, Head of the ReadyMac Business Unit at EREMA. Based on this success, EREMA is expanding the offering of its immediately available standard recycling machine with an attractive price- performance ratio: The new ReadyMac 500 Heavy Duty (HD) version is equipped with an EREMA Laserfilter and designed specifically for challenging materials. Proven Laserfilter technology The new ReadyMac 500 HD with EREMA Laserfilter is ideal for more heavily contaminated input streams. "Ef - ficient filtration systems are essential to achieve the de - sired melt quality when processing highly contaminated materials. That’s why the ReadyMac is now also avail - able with Laserfilter," explains Köhnhofer. The EREMA Laserfilter reliably removes unwanted impurities such as paper, wood, aluminium, or foreign polymers from the plastic melt, while the screen is continuously cleaned by a scraper system. In addition to the new Laserfilter version, the ReadyMac 500 remains available with the proven SW RTF® screen changer system at a fixed price of EUR 375,000. This gives customers the flexibility to choose the best solution for their specific recycling requirements. Post-consumer recycling at an attractive price With the launch of the ReadyMac 500 HD, EREMA is expanding its standardised machine offering for cost- conscious companies operating in post-consumer re- cycling who do not require a customised system. This enables the ReadyMac to meet the needs of an even broader range of customers. With a throughput of 500 kilograms per hour, it also offers an ideal entry point into plastics recycling with an excellent price-perfor- mance ratio. Availability and global service "The ReadyMac 500 is an excellent choice for compa- nies looking for an economical solution without com- promising on quality or EREMA’s renowned service," Köhnhofer emphasises. The standard machine features EREMA’s proven TVE technology, in which degassing occurs after filtration. Customers also benefit from ER - EMA’s comprehensive service offering, including fast spare parts supply, a global support team, profes- sional commissioning, and extensive training options. ReadyMac www.ready-mac.com The ReadyMac 500 Heavy Duty is a standardised recycling machine designed for post-consumer applications, offering excellent value for money and equipped with an EREMA Laserfilter At Propak in Johannesburg in mid-March, EREMA presented the ReadyMac for the first time to the African market. Michael Köhnhofer, Head of the ReadyMac Business Unit, was delighted with the high level of interest