CP Manufacturing introduced the world to automated aluminum can recycling in 1976. Today, with more than 10,000 pieces of our ultra-efficient, low-maintenance separating and processing equipment in operation, we continue to lead the industry in anticipating and meeting its needs. CP recycling equipment is built to last. Whatever your processing volume, whatever your need, CP has the dependable, low-maintenance equipment you need for high throughput and quality end-products.
CP products are engineered and built in our own plant and field-tested in our own recycling centers and MRF. We’ve manufactured the majority of used beverage container recycling equipment in the world. We know what it takes to get the job done right.
UBC Processing Equipment
Can Densors
There’s simply no more efficient way to process aluminum cans than to densify them. Each of our innovative densifiers is tried and tested to deliver ultimate reliability, low-maintenance operation and excellent results. All CP densifiers are cost-effective and feature:
- Fully automatic cycle allowing for maximum pounds-per-hour throughput and eliminating the need for constant attendance.
- All machine functions operated by solid state, programmable controller.
- Lowest maintenance possible due to minimum number of moving parts.
- All moving parts fully enclosed for maximum operational safety.
Model: CD3600 FEATURES include:
- Processes up to 2,400 lbs. per hour of unflattened cans or up to 3,600 lbs. per hour of pre-flattened cans.
- Unique design that protects main ram from dirt, debris and moisture.
- Designed to be a dependable machine for high volume users.
- Lower maintenance, less service time and extended machine life, 40 lb. Biscuits require fewer machine cycles to produce, fewer moving parts, rugged, reliable construction.
- 25 HP
- 460 volt 3 phase wiring
- 1 cubic yard hopper
Model: CD1200 FEATURES include:
- Processes 800 to 2,000 lbs. of aluminum cans per hour
- 20 HP
- 230 or 460 volt 3 phase wiring

Model: CD600 FEATURES include:
- Processes 500 to 1,000 lbs. of aluminum cans per hour
- 10 HP
- 230 or 460 volt 3 phase wiring
Can Flattener
Durable construction and easy maintenance combined with the quality you’ve come to expect from CP Manufacturing, means our Can Flatteners are built to last. Whether you’re a high- or low-volume processor, CP Manufacturing has the ultra-efficient flattener/blower for your operation.
All flatteners feature:
- Wear-resistant, replaceable steel drum cleats for lower maintenance and easy servicing.
- Dependability and extended life built into the design.
- High capacity blower with adjustable delivery tube for filling up to a 45-ft trailer.
- Magnetic head pulley and steel reject chute.
Glass Crusher
The GC100 Glass Crusher from CP Manufacturing crushes up to 7,000 lbs. of glass per hour. The Glass Crusher allows you reduce your volume, easily fill your shipping containers and ship maximum weight truckloads to reduce your freight costs. Features include:
- 115 volt single phase wiring
- Optional 230 volt single phase wiring
- 1/3 cubic yard hopper
- 1/2 HP crusher motor / 1/2 HP conveyor motor
- 15″ wide PVC cleated conveyor belt
Can Sorters
Make your recycling more profitable by sorting aluminum cans from steel and other contaminants before you buy. Choose one of our two standard models or let us custom build one for you. All flatteners feature:
- Magnetic head pulley that efficiently removes steel cans and other ferrous materials
- Single layer can placement on conveyor for easy visual inspection
- Durable construction and a minimum of moving parts for lower maintenance
Model: CC1207 FEATURES include:
- 1/3 HP drive motor
- 6″ diameter permanent magnetic head pulley
- 12″ wide PVC conveyor belt with vulcanized PVC cleats
- 3/4 cubic yard hopper
- 115 volt single phase
- Sorting capacity of up to 3,000 pounds of aluminum cans per hour
Model: CC2013 FEATURES include:
- 3/4 HP drive motor
- 8″ diameter permanent magnetic head pulley
- 20″ wide PVC conveyor belt with vulcanized PVC cleats
- 1 cubic yard hopper
- 115 volt single phase
- Sorting capacity of up to 6,000 pounds of aluminum cans per hour
