OCC Recycling Plant

Main Equipment: Double Shaft Shredder, Iron Remover, Dry Pulping System, Conveyors, Baling Machine

Applicable materials: OCC (old corrugated cardboard), waste cardboard boxes, carton packaging, and other paper waste

Application Industries:  Paper mill, waste paper recycling industry, packaging manufacturer, waste management companies, etc.

Outlet Materials: Reusable recycled fibers

What is a OCC Recycling Plant?

OCC Recycling Plant is an industrial recycling system designed to process old corrugated containers (OCC), waste cardboard boxes, carton packaging, kraft paper, and other recyclable paper waste into valuable recycled fiber. The plant typically includes feeding, bale opening, sorting, shredding, metal separation, dry pulping, dust collection, and baling systems to ensure efficient fiber recovery and impurity removal.

Compared with traditional disposal methods, an OCC recycling plant helps reduce landfill waste, lower raw material costs, and support sustainable paper production. Widely used by paper mills, waste paper recycling industries, packaging manufacturers, and waste management companies, modern OCC recycling plants provide an efficient and environmentally friendly solution for converting waste cardboard into reusable resources while promoting the circular economy.

What Types of Material Can a OCC Recycling Plant Process?

OCC Recycling Plant is designed to process a wide range of recyclable paper and cardboard materials: Old Corrugated Containers (OCC), Waste Cardboard Boxes, Carton Packaging, Kraft Paper, Paper Mill Rejects, Warehouse Cardboard Waste, Supermarket Cartons, Packaging Paper Scrap, Commercial Paper Waste, Industrial Paper Waste, Shipping Cartons, Corrugated Packaging Waste, etc.

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OCC Recycling Plant Process Flow

1. OCC Paper Collection and Feeding

Waste corrugated cartons, cardboard boxes, kraft paper, and paper mill rejects are collected and fed into the recycling line through a chain conveyor for continuous operation.

2. Bale Opening and Sorting

Compressed OCC bales are opened by a bale breaker. Plastic film, ropes, metal pieces, wood, stones, and other contaminants are removed manually or automatically to improve fiber purity.

3. Primary Shredding

A double shaft shredder tears large cardboard sheets and cartons into smaller pieces, creating a uniform feedstock for the dry pulping process.

4. Magnetic Separation

Magnetic separators remove nails, staples, and other ferrous metals, protecting downstream equipment and improving product quality.

5. Dry Pulping System

The shredded OCC material enters the dry pulping machine, where mechanical force separates paper fibers from contaminants without using large amounts of water. This process significantly reduces water consumption and wastewater treatment costs.

6. Dust Collection System

A pulse dust collector captures dust generated during shredding and fiber separation, ensuring a cleaner production environment and stable plant operation.

7. Fiber Compression and Baling

Recovered fibers are automatically compressed and baled into high-density packages for convenient storage, transportation, and further processing.

OCC Recycling Plant Advantages

· High Fiber Recovery Rate

Through efficient shredding, impurity removal, and dry pulping processes, the plant maximizes fiber recovery while reducing material loss and improving the quality of recycled fiber.

· Premium Components for Reliable Performance

The OCC recycling plant is equipped with imported alloy blades, planetary reducers, and other high-quality components to ensure excellent wear resistance, stable operation, and extended equipment lifespan.

· Integrated Shredding and Dry Pulping Solution

The system combines shredding, dry pulping, dust collection, and material conveying into one complete recycling solution, improving fiber recovery efficiency while simplifying plant management.

· Modular Design for Flexible Configuration

With a modular structure, the production line can be customized according to raw material characteristics, processing capacity, and factory layout, allowing future upgrades and expansion.

· Intelligent PLC Control System

The entire OCC recycling line is controlled by an advanced PLC system, enabling automatic operation, fault diagnosis, parameter adjustment, and reduced labor requirements.

· Compact Layout and Continuous Operation

The equipment adopts a compact and well-organized layout, requiring less installation space while supporting long-term continuous operation for higher productivity.

· Real-Time Visual Monitoring

A visual control system allows operators to monitor equipment status, production conditions, and key operating data in real time, improving safety and operational efficiency.

· Lower Operating and Maintenance Costs

Thanks to intelligent automation, durable components, and energy-efficient design, the OCC recycling plant reduces downtime, maintenance frequency, labor costs, and overall operating expenses.

OCC Recycling Plant Global Project Cases

Has successfully delivered OCC Recycling Plant solutions to customers in multiple countries and regions, helping paper mills, recycling centers, packaging manufacturers, and waste management companies improve fiber recovery efficiency and reduce waste disposal costs. Our global project experience covers a wide range of raw materials, including waste corrugated cardboard, carton packaging, and mixed paper waste. Depending on customer requirements, we can provide customized configurations, capacity planning, equipment layout design, installation guidance, and technical support. Explore our global project cases below to learn how helps customers turn waste cardboard into valuable recycled fiber while supporting sustainable resource utilization.

If you are planning to start a OCC recycling business, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to cooperating with you!

Project 1: A recycling company in Canada installed a OCC Recycling Plant to process waste corrugated cardboard and carton packaging. The system integrates shredding, dry pulping, and dust collection, helping the customer improve fiber recovery efficiency and reduce landfill disposal costs. The recovered fiber is supplied to local paper manufacturers for recycled paper production.

Project 2: This OCC recycling line was designed for a large waste management company in Thailand. The plant processes mixed cardboard waste, shipping cartons, and packaging paper. With automatic control and continuous operation, the system delivers stable output and high-quality recycled fiber for downstream paper mills.

Project 3: A packaging manufacturer in Philippines invested in an OCC Recycling Plant to recycle its in-house cardboard and paper waste. The customized production line reduces raw material procurement costs while creating a sustainable closed-loop recycling system. The recovered fibers are reused in corrugated box manufacturing.

OCC Recycling Plant Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Does provide turnkey OCC Recycling Plant solutions?

Yes. provides complete turnkey OCC Recycling Plant solutions, including equipment selection, process design, factory layout planning, manufacturing, installation guidance, commissioning, operator training, and after-sales technical support. Our engineering team can customize the recycling line according to your raw material type, processing capacity, and site conditions, helping you achieve efficient fiber recovery and long-term operational success with a single-source solution.

2. How does an OCC Recycling Plant work?

The process typically includes feeding, bale opening, sorting, shredding, magnetic separation, dry pulping, dust collection, and fiber baling. During the process, contaminants are removed while valuable paper fibers are recovered for reuse.

3. How much space is required for an OCC Recycling Plant?

The space required for an OCC Recycling Plant depends on the processing capacity, equipment configuration, and material handling requirements. Small and medium-sized recycling lines can be installed in relatively compact workshops, while larger turnkey projects may require additional space for material storage, conveying systems, and finished fiber bale handling. provides customized plant layout designs and free 2D layout planning to help customers maximize space utilization and ensure smooth production flow.

4. Can the OCC Recycling Plant be customized?

Yes. The production line can be customized based on material characteristics, processing capacity, factory layout, automation requirements, and local operating conditions. also provides turnkey recycling solutions.

5. How do I choose the right OCC Recycling Plant for my business?

Choosing the right OCC Recycling Plant depends on several factors, including the type of waste paper, processing capacity, available factory space, automation requirements, and final fiber quality goals. A properly designed recycling line should match your production needs while ensuring efficient operation and future scalability. can evaluate your raw materials and project requirements, then provide customized equipment recommendations, process design, and a free layout solution to help maximize your investment return.

6. What factors affect the efficiency of an OCC Recycling Plant?

The efficiency of an OCC Recycling Plant is influenced by several factors, including the quality of incoming waste paper, moisture content, impurity levels, equipment configuration, and operator management. Proper sorting before processing, efficient shredding and dry pulping systems, and regular equipment maintenance can significantly improve fiber recovery rates and production stability. Choosing a well-designed recycling line with intelligent control systems also helps maximize throughput while reducing energy consumption and operating costs.

7. What are the advantages of a dry pulping OCC recycling system?

Compared with traditional wet pulping systems, dry pulping technology consumes less water, reduces wastewater treatment costs, requires less infrastructure investment, and provides an environmentally friendly recycling solution.

Customer Visit & Factory Tour

We warmly welcome customers from around the world to visit our factory and see the equipment manufacturing process in person. During the visit, you can observe raw material machining, blade production, machine assembly, and live testing with real scrap materials. This transparent process helps customers clearly understand our production standards, quality control, and equipment performance before placing an order.

Our engineers will also provide on-site explanations and discuss your project requirements, offering practical suggestions for your scrap metal recycling line. A factory visit is the best way to build confidence in the machine quality and our long-term cooperation.

Spare Parts Supply & After-sales Support

To ensure long-term, stable operation of the equipment, we provide a complete spare parts supply system and reliable after-sales support. Key components such as shredder blades, shafts, bearings, and gearbox parts are manufactured with high-strength alloy materials and kept in regular stock for fast replacement. Our blade design focuses on wear resistance and easy maintenance, allowing customers to reduce downtime and operating costs.

We also offer clear guidance on blade replacement, routine maintenance, and spare parts management. With sufficient inventory and responsive technical support, customers can quickly obtain original parts and professional assistance whenever needed, ensuring the metal shredder continues to run efficiently in demanding scrap metal recycling environments.

Shipping & Installation

We provide complete support for the shipping and installation of every equipment to ensure smooth delivery and fast commissioning at the customer site. Before shipment, each machine is carefully packed, reinforced, and loaded to prevent damage during long-distance transportation. Detailed layout drawings, foundation requirements, and electrical connection plans are prepared in advance to help customers get ready before the equipment arrives.

After delivery, our engineers offer remote guidance or on-site installation support, including assembly, wiring, testing, and operator training. From unloading the machine to trial operation with real scrap materials, we ensure the metal shredder runs safely and efficiently as part of the scrap metal recycling line.

Certifications & Quality Standards

Our metal recycling machines are manufactured in compliance with international quality and safety standards to ensure reliable performance in demanding recycling environments. The equipment is built according to CE requirements for machinery safety and follows ISO quality management standards throughout the production process. From raw material selection and machining to assembly and final testing, every step is strictly controlled to guarantee durability and operational stability. Certification documents and test reports can be provided upon request, giving customers full confidence that the metal shredder meets global industry requirements for scrap metal recycling applications.

Material Solutions

Waste Paper Dry Pulp Production System

Waste paper dry pulping equipment is used in paper mill processing. It is suitable for tearing and crushing various waste papers and cardboard, with large processing capacity, low energy consumption, stable and reliable.

Paper Mill Waste Resource Utilization System

The system includes crushing, sorting, packaging, dust removal system, etc. The chain plate conveyor transports the twisted rope to coarse shredder, where it is crushed into small sizes. The iron metal is sorted out by magnetic separator, and then finely crushed by a fine grinder before entering the packaging machine. The entire line is equipped with dust reduction system, which does not produce secondary pollution.