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How to Start a Recycling Business? A Crucial Preparatory Guide

How to Start Plastic Recycling Business_ A Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Recycling Machine

  

Introduction

 

Plastic recycling is a growing industry. There are numerous factors to consider if you want to start a recycling business. You must decide what types of plastics you will recycle, determine the location of your business, research local and state requirements, research your customers, set up accounts with plastic buyers, estimate start-up costs, obtain necessary financing, arrange for plastic transportation, and, most importantly, invest in a reliable plastic recycling machine.

 

PP corrugated board recycling machine

 

Plastics are a diverse group of materials, and some plastics can be recycled by one type of process, while others require special processing. In order to figure out what types of plastic you will recycle, you first need to understand the different types of plastic that are available.

 

The most commonly recycled plastics

The most commonly recycled plastics are PET (Polyethylene terephthalate), HDPE (High-density polyethylene), LDPE (Low-density polyethylene), and PP (Polypropylene).

 

HDPE LDPE PET PP recycling number

  

  1. PET

    PET is a popular plastic for water and soda bottles. It's also often used to make plastic bottles and containers. PET is a clear, tough, and transparent plastic that is resistant to damage and cracking.

  2. HDPE

    It is used to make plastic jugs, containers, and bottles that you might use for milk or juice.

  3. LDPE

    It is used to make plastic films, packaging, and bags.

  4. PP

    It is a versatile, lightweight, strong plastic that can be used in a variety of applications including packaging, containers, and bottles.

 

How to choose the recycling machine for different plastic materials?

strand-type PET recycling machine

This model is equipped with a strand-type pelletizing system, it is perfect for reprocessing plastic materials with high fluidity like PET. The air knives on this model make PET pellets with a uniform shape and high reusability rate.
 
PE PP plastic recycling machine

For HDPE, LDPE, PP films: Repro-Flex recycling machine

 
This model is equipped with a cutter-compactor, it is a great choice for processing HDPE, LDPE, and PP film materials. The recycling machine's cutter compactor prepares (pre-conditions) the plastic material for the extrusion process and feeds it directly into the extruder using centrifugal force.
 
heavily-printed plastic recycling machine

For HDPE, LDPE, PP films with high printing areas: Repro-Flex Plus recycling machine

This model is integrated with a cutter compactor just like Repro-Flex. However, it has an additional extruder as well as three degassing zones and two filtration units. It is designed specifically for processing heavily printed plastic wastes, and it ensures minimal degradation of the material, resulting in uniform plastic pellets that may be reprocessed right into your production line.
 
raffia, woven, non-woven plastic recycling machine

For PP raffia, woven, non-woven: Repro-One recycling machine

 
This model is equipped with a single shaft shredder, it is very effective when processing materials with higher strength such as PP raffia, woven and non-woven bags. It does not require a separate crusher, so you can recycle your plastic waste in one step.
 
rigid plastic recycling machine for PE PP

For PE, PP rigid regrinds: Repro-Direct recycling machine


This model does not have a compactor or shredder, you can feed the rigid regrinds directly into this machine through a hopper. This system ensures a faster and easier machine starting and stopping process compared to other plastic recycling systems.
 
clean plastic film recycling machine

For clean HDPE, LDPE films: Repro-Air recycling machine


This model is an air-cooled mini plastic recycling machine, which does not require huge space and budget for you to start recycling in your factory. It has a simple design that makes it very easy to operate. This mini plastic machine can be placed right next to your blown film machines or bag-making machines for you to recycle the waste right away.
 

Conclusion

Plastic recycling is a growing industry that can be profitable for businesses. As with any business venture, the first step is to determine what type of plastic you can recycle, and which machine is suitable for reprocessing your plastic materials. POLYSTAR has 34 years of experience in plastic recycling, we design several different models to deal with all kinds of plastic materials. Feel free to contact us if you are interested in starting your plastic recycling business.
 

About the Author

Derek

Derek Shiao

Business Development Manager

 

Derek Shiao is a business development manager at POLYSTAR. He keeps up with the latest trend in the plastic industry and creates content based on his experience offering various solutions to customers.

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