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Topic: Reclaim Nonwoven PP
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Tom C
Moderator Posts: 508
From:Brodheadsville, PA USA
Registered: Jun 2001
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posted April 13, 2005 09:13 PM
   
Any suggestions on the best techniques for reclaiming sheets of nonwoven PP. Would also like to be able to use the same system for reclaiming film.Thanks. ------------------
Best Regards, Tom Cunningham Extrusion Technical Services www.ExtrusionTechnicalServices.com IP: Logged |
Bob Cunningham
Senior Member Posts: 107
From:Amesbury, Mass
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted May 01, 2005 12:08 PM
Is there anything besides PP in there (i.e. a fabric backing)? Have you thought about the Erema machine?-Bob C. IP: Logged |
zabielski
Senior Member Posts: 368
From:McHenry, IL USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted May 02, 2005 08:50 AM
"IF" I had the constant incoming non-woven PP sheets from a known feed stream, I would use a Bale-Hog to shred it into chunks (I.e. like the CUTTER CORP makes), then at the exit, use dual choppers (one on each side) to convert it to regrind. Ideally, it would be sold "as-is" or if it became necessary, then I'd pelletize it.I can think of one Company who could use millions of pounds of this per year. However, the reality is that a good consultant can make a ton of money in re-engineering the cause of such scrap. This is the typical senario - unless this scrap is "inherent scrap" (that being what's left over after a closely controlled process. IP: Logged |
Tom C
Moderator Posts: 508
From:Brodheadsville, PA USA
Registered: Jun 2001
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posted May 02, 2005 03:51 PM
Bob and Ken,Thanks for the replies. Seems there are a few basic techniques avaialble; 1) Feed as roving. Seems to be slow and cumbersome. 2) Chop and stuff as in Erema or a crammer feeder. Likely the best choice. 3) Califonia pellet mill and extrude. Not even sure if this would work. 4) Compress to chips and extrude. Have not seen this equipment around for a while. Any other comments would be appreciated. ------------------
Best Regards, Tom Cunningham Extrusion Technical Services www.ExtrusionTechnicalServices.com IP: Logged |
zabielski
Senior Member Posts: 368
From:McHenry, IL USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted May 03, 2005 09:39 AM
Tom:
If this Potential Project is indeed a reality and you really want to tackle it, please E-mail me independently, as I no longer am employed.I can assure you that I know of the location of both equipment (up and running) as well as some people who can contribute to ultimate profit. They have their own transportation system, they own many warehouses throughout the Country in "brown-out" area's, and are eager to review what you have. i don't want a fee - just willing to help you make connections. Will you be at the Chicago Exposition in June?
Ken Z. IP: Logged |
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