Top 10 Plastic Pneumatic Conveying System Suppliers in Canada in 2025

When it comes to reliability in Canada’s plastic recycling scene, EcoFlow is the name that comes up again and again. Founded in 2008 by a team of mechanical engineers who saw a gap in the market for energy-efficient conveying, this Vancouver-based company has grown from a small startup to a national leader—thanks in large part to their obsession with reducing power usage.

“We designed our systems to work smarter, not harder,” says Maria Chen, EcoFlow’s lead engineer. “Traditional pneumatic conveyors can guzzle electricity, but our vacuum technology cuts energy costs by up to 30%. For a mid-sized plant processing 2000 kg/hour, that’s thousands saved annually.”

What really sets EcoFlow apart, though, is their focus on auxiliary equipment . They don’t just sell a conveying system—they sell a complete ecosystem. Need to move plastic flakes from the shredder to the granulator? They’ll hook you up with a custom pipeline. Then, if you want to compress the final granules into blocks for shipping? They’ve got hydraulic briquetters that sync perfectly with their conveyors. It’s this “one-stop shop” approach that keeps clients like Alberta Plastic Recyclers coming back.

Case in point: Last year, EcoFlow installed a system at Toronto’s GreenCycle Plant that handles both PET bottles and HDPE containers. The client reports zero downtime in six months and a 25% boost in throughput. “The integration with their auxiliary equipment was seamless,” says GreenCycle’s operations manager. “We didn’t have to cobble together parts from different suppliers—it just worked.”

For small to mid-sized recycling plants that don’t have the space or budget for massive industrial setups, PneumaticPro Canada is a game-changer. Founded in 2012 by two former auto industry engineers, this Toronto firm specializes in compact, plug-and-play pneumatic systems that can be up and running in a day—no fancy installation crew needed.

“We started PneumaticPro because we saw too many small recyclers getting priced out of automation,” explains co-founder Jake Wilson. “Big suppliers push these huge, custom systems, but a lot of shops just need something simple to move plastic from Point A to Point B. Our systems are like the ‘IKEA of conveying’—easy to assemble, affordable, and surprisingly tough.”

Take their bestseller, the ProMini 500. At just 3 feet wide, it fits in tight spaces and can move up to 500 kg/hour of plastic pellets. It’s plug-and-play, meaning a single technician can set it up with basic tools. “We had a client in Halifax who called us on a Monday, received the system Wednesday, and was using it by Friday,” Wilson laughs. “That’s unheard of in this industry.”

Don’t let the “small” label fool you, though. PneumaticPro’s systems are built to last. Their blower motors come with a 5-year warranty, and they use food-grade stainless steel in all contact parts—making them a hit with companies recycling plastic for food packaging. “We test every system for 1000 hours before shipping,” Wilson adds. “If it can handle our lab’s abuse, it can handle anything a recycling plant throws at it.”

When you need to move mountains of plastic scrap—literally—AirMove Systems is the go-to. Founded in 2005, this Calgary-based company specializes in heavy-duty pneumatic conveyors built for industrial-scale operations, like automotive part manufacturers or large municipal recycling centers.

“Our sweet spot is clients processing 3000+ kg/hour,” says CEO Mike Torres. “We’re talking about facilities that handle truckloads of plastic waste daily. Standard conveyors can’t keep up, but our high-capacity blowers—some as powerful as jet engines—move material at speeds up to 25 m/s.”

AirMove’s flagship system, the MegaFlow 5000, is a beast. It features a dual-blower design that can handle everything from fine powder to 4-inch plastic chunks without clogging. Last year, they installed one at a Edmonton plant that recycles agricultural plastic (think irrigation pipes and silage bags). “We were moving 10 tons of material daily with old auger conveyors that kept jamming,” says the plant’s operations director. “AirMove’s system? Zero clogs in 12 months. It’s been a game-changer.”

Of course, all that power comes with a price tag—MegaFlow systems start at $75,000—but Torres argues it’s an investment. “Our clients see ROI in 18–24 months, thanks to reduced downtime and higher throughput. When you’re processing that much material, efficiency is everything.”

While most suppliers focus on industrial plastic, CleanConvey Canada has carved out a niche in the trickiest segment: food-grade plastic recycling. Think yogurt cups, water bottles, and takeout containers—materials that need to stay contamination-free from start to finish.

“Food-grade plastic has zero room for error,” explains founder Sarah Liu, a former food safety inspector. “Even a tiny speck of dust or oil from a conveyor can ruin a batch. That’s why we build our systems with FDA-compliant materials—stainless steel pipes, food-grade lubricants, and filters that trap 99.9% of particles.”

CleanConvey’s systems are also designed for easy cleaning. Their pipelines have quick-disconnect joints, so workers can disassemble and sanitize them in under an hour—critical for plants that switch between different plastic types. “A client in Vancouver recycles both milk jugs and detergent bottles,” Liu says. “They need to deep clean between runs, and our system makes that possible without losing production time.”

It’s this attention to detail that has made CleanConvey a favorite among organic recycling startups. “We couldn’t get certified for food-grade recycling until we installed CleanConvey’s system,” says a Montreal-based plant owner. “Now, we sell our recycled pellets to a company that makes compostable cutlery. The demand is booming.”

If you’re the type of recycler who loves data, PowerPneumatic Solutions is for you. This Winnipeg-based startup, founded in 2018, has taken pneumatic conveying into the digital age with their IoT-enabled systems that track every metric imaginable—throughput, energy use, even pipe wear.

“Our systems are like having a 24/7 plant manager,” says CEO Raj Patel. “Sensors monitor airflow, pressure, and motor temperature in real time. If something’s off—say, a blockage starting to form—the system sends an alert to your phone. You can even adjust settings remotely. It’s predictive maintenance on steroids.”

Take their SmartFlow system. Clients get a dashboard that shows live data: “Right now, my screen says we’re moving 1200 kg/hour, using 4.2 kW of power, and the east pipeline has 3 months of wear left,” says a client in Saskatoon. “Before, we’d wait for a breakdown to fix things. Now, we ｒｅｐｌａｃｅ parts proactively, and downtime is down 60%.”

PowerPneumatic’s tech isn’t cheap—their basic SmartFlow package starts at $45,000—but Patel says younger recyclers are willing to pay. “The next generation of plant owners grew up with smartphones. They expect their equipment to be just as connected. We’re meeting that demand.”

For recycling plants spread out across large facilities—think old factories with long distances between shredders, washers, and granulators—EcoTransit Conveyors has the solution: long-distance pneumatic systems that can move material up to 100 meters without losing pressure.

“Most conveyors start to struggle after 30 meters,” explains founder Tom Wright. “The air pressure drops, and material slows down. We solved that with our ‘booster stations’—small, inline blowers that keep airflow strong, even over 3 football fields.”

EcoTransit’s systems are also surprisingly low-maintenance. They use smooth, wear-resistant pipes made from a proprietary plastic composite that minimizes friction. “We installed a 85-meter system at a Vancouver Island plant last year,” Wright says. “They haven’t had to ｒｅｐｌａｃｅ a single pipe, and the only maintenance is changing a filter every 6 months. It’s set-it-and-forget-it.”

One client, a furniture recycler in Kelowna, uses EcoTransit’s system to move plastic trim from their demanufacturing line to their recycling center 70 meters away. “Before, we had workers wheeling bins back and forth all day,” says the plant manager. “Now, the conveyor does it automatically. We’ve freed up 3 staff to focus on other tasks.”

Dust is the bane of any recycling plant’s existence. It clogs machines, irritates workers, and can even be a fire hazard. FluidAir Canada, founded in 2014, has made it their mission to eliminate dust with their air pollution control system -integrated conveyors.

“Our systems don’t just move plastic—they clean the air while doing it,” says founder Pierre Dubois. “Every FluidAir conveyor comes with a built-in HEPA filter and cyclone separator that traps 99.97% of dust particles. It’s like having a vacuum and a conveyor in one.”

Take their DustFree 2000 system. As plastic is conveyed, a secondary airflow pulls dust into a cyclone separator, where heavy particles fall into a collection bin, and fine dust is caught by the HEPA filter. The result? Cleaner air and healthier workers. “We used to have to shut down twice a day to clean dust off machinery,” says a client in Montreal. “With FluidAir, the plant air is so clean we rarely need to dust. Our staff’s allergy complaints dropped by 80%.”

FluidAir’s focus on safety has also made them popular with OSHA-conscious companies. “Dust isn’t just a nuisance—it’s a liability,” Dubois says. “Our systems help plants meet strict air quality standards, which saves them from fines and keeps insurance costs low.”

Recycling plants rarely stay the same. Maybe you start with PET bottles, then add HDPE. Or you upgrade your shredder and suddenly need to handle larger chunks. ConveyTech Innovations solves this problem with their modular pneumatic systems—designs that let you add, remove, or reconfigure components as your needs change.

“We build our systems like Lego blocks,” says CEO Lisa Wong. “Need to increase capacity? Swap in a bigger blower. Want to add a new granulator? Just plug in an extra pipeline section. No need to buy a whole new system.”

ConveyTech’s modularity has made them a hit with startups. “When we opened our plant in 2022, we could only afford a small system,” says a client in Kitchener. “Now, two years later, we’ve doubled in size. Instead of replacing our conveyor, we just added a second blower and some extra pipes. ConveyTech saved us $50,000.”

Wong estimates that their modular systems last 2–3 times longer than traditional conveyors, simply because they can evolve with the plant. “Why throw away a perfectly good system when you can upgrade it? It’s better for the planet and better for your bottom line.”

Finally, we can’t talk about Canadian suppliers without mentioning one built for Canadian winters. Northern Pneumatic Systems, based in Edmonton, specializes in pneumatic conveyors that work flawlessly in extreme cold—think -30°C winters in the Prairies.

“Most pneumatic systems struggle in the cold,” explains founder Greg Hansen. “The air gets dense, motors seize up, and plastic can become brittle and jam. We solved that with insulated pipelines, heated blowers, and lubricants that stay fluid even in freezing temps.”

Northern’s ArcticPro system is a lifesaver for northern plants. Take their client in Yellowknife, who recycles plastic waste from mining camps. “Before Northern, our conveyor would freeze up 2–3 times a week in winter,” says the plant manager. “Now, we run 24/7, even when it’s -40°C outside. The insulated pipes stay warm, and the heated blower never stalls.”

Hansen adds that their systems are also surprisingly energy-efficient, despite the heating elements. “We use waste heat from the blower motors to warm the pipes, so we’re not wasting extra power. It’s a win-win for cold climates.”