In the world of high-volume plastics manufacturing, not all recycled resins are created equal.
For procurement managers, the difference between a successful production run and a costly machine reset often comes down to the DNA of the recycling process used to create your pellets.
At Polymer Processors, we process approximately 18,000 tonnes of plastic annually, specifically focusing on the distinct requirements of LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) and HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene). Because these materials serve vastly different industrial purposes—from delicate films to rugged water tanks—they require entirely different processing pathways to ensure quality.
The Challenge of Contamination
The primary risk for manufacturers, particularly those in the film-blowing industry, is microscopic inconsistency.
A tiny particle of dust, sand, or a different plastic type can cause a bubble to burst in molten film, forcing an immediate halt to production.
To prevent this, we have moved beyond standard recycling setups to implement a dual-stream washing strategy.
1. LDPE: The Sorema Wash Plant for High-Sensitivity Film
LDPE is typically found in film-type products and wrapping materials. Because these plastics are thin and often heavily used in logistics, they are prone to capturing surface contaminants.
- Specialised Handling: We utilise a Sorema wash plant specifically designed for film.
- The Goal: This plant is engineered to remove adhesives, labels, and fine particles that would otherwise compromise the see-through quality and durability of new film products.
- Result: A more controlled environment that produces better quality pellets for manufacturers who require high-performance recycled content.
2. HDPE & PP: The Linear Wash Plant for Rigid Plastics
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene (PP) are relatively tough and durable thermoplastics, commonly used for rigid applications such as water tanks, storage containers, and plant pots.
- Heavy-Duty Cleaning: For these materials, we deploy a linear wash plant.
- Precision Shredding: Rigid plastics are shredded into small chips or flakes before being put through a rigorous cleaning cycle to remove heavy industrial contaminants.
- Strategic Extrusion: Following the wash, the material enters our Italian-made Erma extruders, which melt and filter the plastic through fine dyes to ensure a purified, tubular pellet.
Our Standard of Quality
Polymer Processors has invested millions in this best-in-class equipment to ensure we are at the upper end of the quality window.
By separating our wash lines, we ensure that the DNA of your recycled pellet matches your specific manufacturing needs.
Every batch is further verified by our in-house laboratory boffins, providing you with technical data sheets that offer the same confidence as virgin material.
Does your current supplier distinguish between film and rigid processing?
Contact our team today to learn more about our technical data sheets and how our dual-plant setup can stabilise your production line.