Posts Tagged ‘Plastics’
K2022: Plastics and the Circular Economy
In October, the plastics and rubber industry descended on Düsseldorf in Germany to attend the K 2022 trade fair. The international exhibition is promoted as the world’s no. 1 trade fair for plastics and rubber and features exhibitors from across the globe. As a key supplier of metal separation equipment to the plastics sector, Bunting…
Read MoreNew Shredder Feeder Conveyor
The new Shredder Feeder Conveyor from Bunting-Redditch combines with either a magnetic separator or metal detector to protect a shredder or granulator from metal damage. Specifically designed for recycling plastics, both in-house regrind and from secondary sources, the Shredder Feeder Conveyor provides an even and controlled feed into a shredder or granulator. The design specifically…
Read MoreEnsuring In-House Plastic Recycling Purity
When re-processing in-house plastic rejects and waste, the purity of the final recycled plastic mix must be equal or at least very close to the original raw material. Whether the re-processed plastic is for in-house use or as regrind for resale, the removal of any metal contamination is critical. Successful removal of metal contamination from…
Read More24 Drawer Filter Magnets Destined for France
24 Drawer Filter Magnets destined for France
Read More3 Metal Parts Contaminating Plastic Waste
Recycling plastic waste is challenging at the best of times. However, when contaminated with ferrous metals, recycling is hindered by equipment damage, production downtime and poor end product quality. Thankfully, installing the optimum magnetic separator ensures that such ferrous metal contamination is removed. In this article we look at three examples of ferrous metal contamination…
Read More6 Inline Magnets for Plastics Producer
Six (6) Inline Magnetic Separators (PIMS) are due to be installed in a UK plastic production facility. The project originated from a discussion at the Interplas exhibition in 2017. The Inline Magnetic Separator offers great versatility with ease of installation and maintenance. Inside the tube-like body is a strong Plate Magnet. This ensures that there is no restriction to…
Read MoreHot Topic of Plastic Waste
Managing plastic waste was a hot topic of discussion at the K2019 exhibition
Read MorePlastics Positivity at K2019
The atmosphere at the K2019 Trade Fair (Dusseldorf, Germany 16-23 October 2019) was very positive despite the increasing global negativity surrounding the plastics industry and plastic waste. “The past two years has been a challenging period for the plastics sector,” said Simon Ayling, Bunting’s European Managing Director. “The K2019 show gave the industry the opportunity…
Read MoreMetal Separator Locations in a Plastics Plant
Determining the best location to remove metal in a Plastics Processing plant can be difficult. To assist plastics engineers, Bunting has released a Typical Plant Flowsheet showing optimum locations for metal separators. This blog focuses on the locations, designs and types of Magnetic Separator and Metal Detector commonly used in plastics plants. A Typical Flowsheet On the flowsheet, the…
Read MoreBunting Join Plastic Industry’s PMMDA
In recognition of their long-time association with the plastics sector, the European division of the global Bunting Group has joined the Polymer Machinery Manufacturers and Distributors Association (PMMDA). PMMDA – support for companies in the plastics industry The PMMDA provides important information, representation and a mutual support for companies in the plastics industry. Established in…
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