Shredding is a commonly used method for size reduction of plastic waste in recycling processes. Shredders are machines that use blades to cut, tear, or shear materials into smaller pieces. In the case of plastic waste, shredders are typically used to prepare the materials for further processing, such as melting and reprocessing into new plastic products.
Most common shredders used for plastic waste size reduction
Plastic waste shredders come in different configurations depending on the type and size of the plastic waste being processed. Some of the most common shredders used for plastic waste size reduction include:
Single-shaft shredders: These use one rotor with blades to cut or tear plastics. They are relatively low speed compared to other shredders.
Dual-shaft shredders: These have two rotors with blades that rotate in opposite directions and work to cut or shear the plastic waste.
Four-shaft shredders: Four-shaft plastic shredders consist of four shafts that are equipped with cutting blades that work together to shred plastic waste into smaller pieces.
Plastic waste size reduction shredding project site
A plastic waste size reduction shredding project can be a great way to help tackle the problem of plastic waste and promote environmental sustainability. The following are some GEP ECOTECH plastic shredding project sites：
Mixed Plastic Waste Shredding Project in Europe
Soft Plastic Waste Shredding Site in Zhejiang, China
Paper Mill Plastic Waste Shredding Project in East Asia
Overall, shredding is an important step in the plastic waste recycling process, as it prepares the waste for further processing into new materials, reducing landfill waste, and promoting environmental sustainability.
