Special plastic recycling: from technical waste to resource
Special plastics require more than just melting and extruding — they demand filtering machines capable of processing complex materials. With ONE and DUO, supported by our expert consulting, even challenging polymer mixes can become high-quality recyclates.RECYCLE SPECIAL PLASTICS
Special plastics are designed for performance, not recyclability. They come from industrial and post-consumer streams and are often blended, reinforced, or multi-layered, making their reuse technically demanding. Still, with ONE and DUO – combined with our expert consulting – we can successfully recover these materials as high-quality recyclate and reintroduce it into production.
Bioplastics like PLA and PHA, derived from renewable sources such as corn starch or sugarcane, are used in packaging, food containers, disposable cutlery, and agricultural films. They require precise temperature and contamination control during recycling. Proper filtration ensures reuse without degrading performance.
Synthetic fibers such as polyester, nylon, and polypropylene are found in clothing, upholstery, industrial filters, and geotextiles. Durable and often combined with coatings or blends, these plastics require filtration to remove dyes, fillers, and other contaminants for a cleaner melt.
Modern vehicles use a wide range of plastics, including PA, PP, ABS, and PC/ABS, in components like bumpers, dashboards, under-the-hood parts, and interior trims. These materials often include reinforcements or coatings, making advanced filtration essential for their recovery.
PET-G is popular in 3D printing for its clarity, toughness, and ease of use, and is also found in signage, displays, and protective gear. Scrap from production or failed prints can be recycled, but requires filtering to remove degradation residues and maintain performance.
To start recycling special plastics, email Alessandro Sartori at alessandro.sartori@breakmachinery.com