Page 72 - Plastics News Issue June 2025

PRODUCT NEWS
But for Nienhauser, recycling any plastic should
be counted as a positive. “When you put some-
thing into a system and you turn it into a gas,
you can’t change what it is from a from a mo-
lecular structure standpoint. That said, the de-
veloping world is very excited about ways of re-
ducing waste.”
Stellar 3 is also developing recycling facilities
that handle only one type of material. “We’ve
done a pilot facility looking at end-of-life tires.
Frequently, there are these very large facili-
ties where their only purpose is to shred tires.
We have a new plant that, instead of taking the
shredded material, takes a whole tire and puts
Antioxidant Masterbatches
andui has developed Antioxidant additive
masterbatches which are used in plas-
Ktic processing to prevent degradation
caused by oxidation, which can lead to discolor-
ation, brittleness, and loss of mechanical proper-
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it into a vacuum sealed environment where the
rubber and petroleum-based part is melted off
it. You leave the steel and the fabric on top of a
sieve and then you have the liquid that proceeds
into the pyrolysis chamber.”
How much energy does pyrolysis need?
Any kind of recycling requires large amounts
of energy, especially when heating materials to
high temperatures. However, recycling remains
more energy efficient than producing a product
from original materials.
Source - Power Technology
ties. This masterbatches contains an antioxidant
agent that reacts with free radicals, preventing
them from reacting with the plastic polymer. An-
tioxidant Masterbatches extend the lifespan of
plastic products, reduce the need for replace-
ments, and minimize waste. They are widely
used in various industries, including automotive,
construction, and packaging. Antioxidant Mas-
terbatches are cost-effective and easy to use,
making them a popular choice for manufacturers
looking to improve the quality and durability of
their plastic products.
Source - Kandui Industries
June 2025