Stretch Film Recycling Process
Stretch film is a type of plastic based on LLDPE (Linear Low-Density Polyethylene), which is widely used in packaging and logistics. This type of plastic can be recycled to reduce plastic waste. This process is generally done by industrial recycling facilities.
Stretch film is classified with recycling code #4 LDPE/LLDPE. This classification will help to inform third-party recyclers on how to recycle stretch film.
To be more environmentally friendly, stretch film can be recycled through the following steps:
- Collection and Sorting
Used stretch film is collected from various sources, such as warehouses, manufacturing industries, and logistics centers. At this stage, the stretch film is sorted to ensure that it does not mix with other materials such as adhesives, labels, or non-PE plastics.
- Cleaning and Shredding
Once selected, the stretch film is washed to remove dust, oil, or other contaminants. Then, the plastic film is chopped into smaller pieces for easier processing.
- Melting and Pelletizing
The plastic pieces are then melted using an extruder machine and turned into plastic pellets (recycled resin). These pellets can later be reused as raw materials for new plastic products.
- Manufacture of New Products
Recycled plastic pellets can be used for various products, such as recycled plastic stretch film, plastic bags, plastic pallets, and others.
Technically, basic processes such as sorting and shredding can be done by yourself. However, melting plastic requires specialized equipment that is usually only available in the recycling industry. If you don’t have such equipment, collecting and sending stretch film to recycling centers is the best solution to support environmental sustainability.
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