In the world of plastic recycling, “clean” is a relative term. For a high-volume manufacturer, even the smallest speck of dust or a microscopic remnant of adhesive can lead to a catastrophic production failure.
This is why Polymer Processors has moved beyond standard cleaning methods to invest in the global gold standard of plastic washing: the Sorema wash plant.
As part of our multi-year commitment to upgrading our facility with best-in-class, state-of-the-art machinery, the Sorema plant is the heart of our LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) processing line.
Why LDPE Requires Specialised “DNA”
LDPE is primarily found in film-type products, such as pallet wrap, industrial stretch films, and plastic lids.
Because these materials have a high surface area, they act like magnets for intrusive contaminants including sand, labels, grease, and dust.
Standard backyard recycling setups often rely on basic cold-water rinses. However, to produce a pellet that can be blown back into high-quality film, the plastic must be purified at a molecular level.
The Science Inside the Sorema Plant
The Sorema advantage lies in its specialised, high-intensity cleaning cycle:
- Precision Granulation: The film is shredded into uniform flakes, ensuring maximum surface area exposure for the washing cycle.
- Thermal De-contamination: Unlike basic setups, our plant utilises thermal processes to lower the viscosity of stubborn adhesives and oils, stripping them away from the plastic.
- Friction Washing: The system uses high-speed mechanical friction to scale away hardened surface impurities that have bonded to the film.
- Centrifugal Drying: The purified flakes are dried and prepared for our Italian-built Erma extruders, ensuring no moisture interferes with the final pellet quality.
Results You Can Rely On
By utilising the Sorema plant, we provide our B2B partners with a level of consistency that was previously only available from virgin material suppliers. For procurement managers, this translates to:
- Reduced Downtime: Our pellets are free from the contaminants that cause bubbles to burst in film-blowing machines.
- High-End Quality: We can achieve the clarity and durability required for see-through films and tough industrial wraps.
- Verified Performance: Every batch processed through our Sorema line is tested by our in-house lab boffins to ensure it meets our strict Technical Data Sheets.
A 100% Australian Commitment
At Polymer Processors, we believe that giving plastics a second life requires the best tools in the world.
By combining world-class Italian engineering with our 39-year legacy, we are securing the future of the Australian circular economy, one high-quality pellet at a time.
Is your production line struggling with inconsistent recycled film resins?
Contact the Polymer Processors team today to learn how our Sorema-washed LDPE pellets can stabilise your manufacturing and help you meet your sustainability targets.