Plastics & Packaging
Plastic Granulator Auctions
KD Auctions runs plastic granulator auctions nationwide, reaching 500,000+ industry contacts for every sale. Whether you're buying or selling, our team handles everything from appraisal through final settlement.
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Who Buys at These Auctions
Plastics recyclers, injection molding shops (beside-the-press runners), extrusion operations, and industrial recycling facilities.
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Plastics facility closures and equipment upgrades are the primary sources.
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Consultation & Appraisal
KD assesses your equipment, recommends the right sale path, and provides a realistic recovery estimate. USPAP-compliant appraisals available for lenders and court-supervised situations.
Cataloging & Marketing
Professional photography, detailed specs, and marketing to 500,000+ industry contacts via BidSpotter, email, LinkedIn, and trade publications. Typical marketing period is 2–4 weeks.
Auction & Settlement
Online timed auction closes, buyers coordinate removal within the specified window, and KD delivers a complete financial settlement with full accounting of all proceeds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What granulator brands are most active at auction?
Conair, Cumberland, Herbold, and Rapid granulators are the most frequently auctioned and actively bid. Larger central granulators from Herbold and Weima command premium prices.
What condition factors most affect granulator auction prices?
Rotor condition and knife sharpness/replacement history are the primary value drivers. Granulators with recently replaced knives and low rotor wear achieve significantly better prices.
Are granulators typically auctioned alone or with other equipment?
Granulators are often auctioned as part of a larger plastics facility auction alongside injection molders, extruders, or blow molders. Standalone granulator auctions also occur for individual machine disposals.
Can plastic shredders and granulators be auctioned together?
Yes, shredder/granulator combinations are common in recycling facility auctions and are typically cataloged as a system to attract recycling facility buyers.
How quickly do granulators sell at auction?
Granulators are workhorses of plastics processing and sell quickly. Most granulator auction lots attract multiple bidders within the first week of listing.
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