Recycled ABS plastic - Process, Advantages and Disadvantages
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In life, we humans are constantly exploiting the resources of the Earth to make useful items or objects for the world. One of those resources is plastic - a material that plays a huge role in the development of humanity. Over time, people have created many different variations of plastic, and one of them is ABS plastic.
However, their disadvantage is that it takes hundreds to thousands of years to decompose, so plastic waste will be very harmful to the environment. To solve this problem, people have continuously recycled ABS plastic. So what's so special about this material? What role does recycled ABS plastic play in life? Find out through the article below.
First, it is necessary to understand the definition of ABS plastic. ABS stands for Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (chemical formula (C8H8 · C4H6 · C3H3N)n), a non-transparent thermoplastic with good mechanical and thermodynamic characteristics. “Thermoplastic” here means that when plastics are heated to the melting point and then cooled again to return to a solid state, their quality does not change.
To make ABS plastic, the most common way is to mix the three main ingredients acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene and heat them up, forming a plastic mixture. In addition, other additives such as processing aid, odor removing, or desiccant are also added to make ABS plastic. ABS plastic is a plastic that is cheap, easy to process and has a solid structure, so it is mostly used to manufacture consumer goods such as camera cases, computer keycaps, helmets, protective cases, printer and printer cartridges,...
When these items are damaged and cannot be repaired, they are collected, crushed, melted and molded to become a new form of plastic - recycled ABS plastic.
Recycled ABS plastic
Recycled ABS plastic consists of three main components:
Recycled ABS plastic is made up of three compounds: acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene.
In addition, depending on the final product, manufacturers may add other additives to ABS plastic such as flame retardants, antistatic agents, colorants or anti-corrosion agents.
As mentioned above, ABS plastic in particular and plastic materials in general have the disadvantage of being difficult to decompose, so if plastic waste is not handled properly, it will be very harmful to the environment. In order to take advantage of these types of waste, people have researched and developed recycled plastic technology from ABS, thus recycled ABS plastic is born.
In order to make the recycling process easier, the recycling industry has devised a system of codes to designate different types of plastic. In the case of recycled ABS plastic, this classification code is usually printed on the bottom of the plastic bottle, with the logo ABS surrounded by arrows as shown below. When a product is printed with this logo, this means the product is recyclable.
The ABS logo with three arrows around it, indicating that the product printed with this logo is recyclable.
Today, the 3D printing industry has flourished, with many people around the world owning 3D printers at home and recycling their own ABS waste at home to make printer materials. So ABS plastic recycling is no longer limited to professional factories. However, whether working at home or working in a factory, the ABS plastic recycling process in general does not make much difference. Basically, the ABS plastic recycling process takes place in 3 steps:
The recycling process starts with items made entirely of plastic or containing plastic parts such as helmets, phone cases, etc. that are damaged and cannot be repaired, which will be collected to take to the recycling plant. From here, the sorting process begins, with items made of ABS plastic being separated from other forms of plastic, while they also need to be removed from debris and other types of contaminations.
Damaged helmets will be collected and sent to an ABS plastic recycling plant.
After the classification process, the items made of ABS plastic will be crushed into small pieces. Recycling factories often use specialized machines, such as 2-axis plastic shredders or hydraulic shredders. As for those who grind ABS at home to make raw materials for 3D printers, this is quite expensive and ineffective because household crushers are not designed for the purpose of crushing ABS plastic.
The common feature of home grinding or factory grinding is, the process is very easy but also really time consuming. If the ABS plastic has been carefully screened, it will be very easy to just put each material to be crushed into the machine, but because ABS plastic has a very solid structure, it will take a long time to grind each plastic material into small pieces. After being grinded successfully, the plastic pieces are then cleaned again before being dried.
After being dried, the plastic pieces are melted into a liquid form. The plastic mixture is finally put into a press to form fibers or beads, which are then sold to other manufacturers to make new products. Compared with other recycled plastics such as PP, PVC, LDPE or HDPE, ABS recycled plastic is superior in low cost, suitable for industry.
Outstanding recycled ABS plastic thanks to its reasonable price.
At EuroPlas, the company provides three out of six additive solutions for businesses who are using recycled ABS plastic to manufacturing products:
The processing-aid additive is materials added to the polymer to lower the friction between plastics and machines during production. It helps enhance the melting, processability, and handling of high molecular weight plastics without any technical effect on products. Polymer processing aids have a wide range of applications, including blown film, extrusion, and injection molding. Thanks to processing-aid additives, thermoplastic resins can be extruded more effectively. They can add aesthetic qualities by reducing flow traces and die lines, resulting in glossy, transparent products.
Thanks to processing-aid additives, thermoplastic resins can be extruded more effectively.
Smelly plastics (especially recycled plastics) can affect their application and competition. Therefore, eliminating bad odors is essential to enhance plastics' effectiveness and value in industrial production.
Odor-removing additive is a savior that works as an odor-neutralizer. It does not replace the original smell in products with fragrances or perfume. Instead, it will prevent the absorption of unwanted odors and irritating chemicals. Odor control additive is utilized widely in rubber plastic products or items made of regrind material such as home appliances, toys, or textile packaging.
Odor-removing additive will prevent the absorption of unwanted odors and irritating chemicals.
Moisture exists in everything, and polymer material is no exception. Especially in technical resins, moisture may cause fisheye and surface defects on final products. Desiccant additive is added to the formula to absorb moisture in the plastic materials, thereby limiting common errors in processing (bubbles, fisheyes, ...) and improving the quality of the end-product.
Desiccant masterbatches from EuroPlas contain Calcium Oxide (CaO), which is a strong water absorber. In polymer processing, Calcium Oxide disperses, eliminates moisture, and prevents phenomena such as fisheye. It also solves moisture problems in extrusion (blow film, film casting, blow molding, etc.) and injection molding. Especially for recycled plastic, it helps remove moisture and cuts out the oxidizing effect that occurs during the recycling of the polymer.
Especially for recycled ABS plastic, desiccant additive helps remove moisture.
At EuroPlas, the company provides additive solutions for ABS plastic, tailored to the production needs of its customers. Possessing modern machinery and a team of experienced professionals, EuroPlas always provides high quality products and is ready to listen to customers' feedback. Please contact EuroPlas for product questions, or if you have specific needs about your next project.
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These companies are recognized for their expertise in manufacturing ABS Plastic Recycling and related components. They offer a wide range of products and solutions to cater to the needs of various industries. Additionally, they often provide comprehensive customer support services and focus on continuous product innovation to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
The ABS Plastic Recycling market size was calculated in this study using historical data after each segment was examined. Additionally, they have discussed potential future expansion opportunities for the sector. Data on revenue is provided in this study by kind, for both the historical (2017-2023) and forecast (2024-2032) timeframes.
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The market trends for each category and consumer trends affecting the ABS Plastic Recycling Maker market are also covered in this study, along with any potential effects on the industry's future. The market and consumer trends that are influencing the ABS Plastic Recycling market can be better understood with the aid of this study.
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Short Description of ABS Plastic Recycling Market:
HighlightsThe global ABS Plastic Recycling market is projected to reach USD million by 2028 from an estimated USD million in 2022, at a CAGR of % during 2023 and 2028.North American market for ABS Plastic Recycling is estimated to increase from USD million in 2022 to reach USD million by 2028, at a CAGR of % during the forecast period of 2023 through 2028.Asia-Pacific market for ABS Plastic Recycling is estimated to increase from USD million in 2022 to reach USD million by 2028, at a CAGR of % during the forecast period of 2022 through 2028.The global market for ABS Plastic Recycling in Household Appliances is estimated to increase from USD million in 2022 to USD million by 2028, at a CAGR of % during the forecast period of 2022 through 2028.The major global companies of ABS Plastic Recycling include Plastic Expert, Let's Recycle It, Vanden Global Ltd, Axion Ltd, CT Polymers, Scrapo, Trinseo（Heathland）, YANPLA INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD and Chene Kang plastic Co.,Ltd, etc. In 2021, the world's top three vendors accounted for approximately % of the revenue.Considering the economic change due to COVID-19, ABS Sheet, which accounted for % of the global market of ABS Plastic Recycling in 2021, is expected to reach USD million by 2028, growing at a revised CAGR of % from 2022 to 2028.
The research offers in-depth information on the use and acceptance of ABS Plastic Recycling industries across a range of applications, categories, and geographical areas. Additionally, key stakeholders can learn about major developments, investments, drivers, vertical player actions, government efforts to promote product acceptability in the coming years, and insights into currently available commercial products.
The COVID 19 pandemic had a significant effect on the industry globally and altered the market environment. The post-and pre-COVID market conditions, the influence on the market, and significant changes in industry as a result of the pandemic are all covered in the report. It also explains why the market was able to bounce back successfully after the COVID 19 hit.
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Key Takeaways from the Global ABS Plastic Recycling Market Report:
1. Market Size Estimates: ABS Plastic Recycling market size estimation in terms of value and sales volume from 2018-2030
2. Market Trends and Dynamics: ABS Plastic Recycling market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and risks
3. Macro-economy and Regional Conflict: Influence of global inflation and Russia and Ukraine War on the ABS Plastic Recycling market
4. Segment Market Analysis: ABS Plastic Recycling market value and sales volume by type and by application from 2018-2030
5. Regional Market Analysis: ABS Plastic Recycling market situations and prospects in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa
6. Country-level Studies on the ABS Plastic Recycling Market: Revenue and sales volume of major countries in each region
7. Trade Flow: Import and export volume of the ABS Plastic Recycling market in major regions.
8. ABS Plastic Recycling Industry Value Chain: ABS Plastic Recycling market raw materials and suppliers, manufacturing process, distributors, downstream customers
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Detailed TOC of Global ABS Plastic Recycling Market Research Report 2024
Table of Content
1 Commercial ABS Plastic Recycling Market Overview
2 Commercial ABS Plastic Recycling Market Competition by Manufacturers
3 Commercial ABS Plastic Recycling Retrospective Market Scenario by Region
4 Segment by Type
5 Segment by Application
6 Key Companies Profiled
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