Granulator is a term commonly used in the recycling industry, and it refers to a machine used to grind waste materials into smaller particles known as granules. However, there are a lot of synonyms used to describe this machine. Some of the common synonyms used include shredder, crusher, pulverizer, chopper, and grater. Each of these synonyms refers to a machine used to break down waste materials into smaller pieces. While the purpose of these machines is the same, the method of breaking down waste materials may vary slightly from one machine to another. Regardless of the synonym used, the end result is always to produce a smaller and more manageable waste material.