(buckets, pallets, pots etc.)
Polypropylene is a type of plastic that belongs to the polyolefin family. It is known for its strength and durability, as well as its flexibility and versatility. Polypropylene is also resistant to moisture and is able to maintain its structural integrity even when exposed to high temperatures.
To recycle PP it must be cleaned to remove any contaminants, such as food residue, dirt, and other debris. It is then shredded into small pieces to prepare it for processing. The shredded PP is then further separated by colour, size, shape, melting point or light absorption. The final phase is compounding. Here, the plastics are recombined using a machine called an extruder, which melts down particles at a high temp, creating pellets of the plastic. Then, the pellets or granules are ready to be used by manufacturers to make brand new products.
The amount of PP collected and recycled has increased in each of the last 25 years. Recycling and other recovery processing routes help reduce environmental impacts, as well as save costs across the construction, manufacturing and retail sectors in particular.
CJM can ensure your PP waste is recycled. We buy PP from waste collection companies and from engineering and manufacturing businesses from across the UK. We also offer highly competitive rebates on PP. Contact us to learn more.
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Shaun McPartlin, Recycling Manager - Total Recycling
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