Hello I have been Recently researching info. about rubber recycling process.
As we have about 25 types of differend rubber materials it is hard to recycle them on the rubber recycling sites .
Most rubber for the rubber recycling industry comes from waste tires. The rubber recycling industry turns waste rubber products into usable material, that can be applied to make new rubber products. Waste rubber can also be turned into fuel.
Waste rubber is a hard product to recycle due to:
- The durability of the material,
- The large volume of waste rubber,
- The hazards that are involved with handling and storage of waste rubber.
Is rubber recycable ? Until recently, the technology to deal with waste rubber did not exist. Rubber stockpiles were the standard, despite the (economic, health, and flammability) risks and hazards.
Fortunately, decades of coordinated effort have resulted in effective and efficient rubber recycling programs.
Also, newer technologies such as pyrolysis and devulcanization have made recycling of waste rubber easier.
Rubber recycling refers to processing irreparably damaged or worn-down (natural or synthetic) rubber products for new use to prevent rubber waste from ending up in a landfill. The process of reclaiming and repurposing rubber requires less energy compared to producing new rubber (puts less pressure on natural rubber, conserves space in landfills, and reduces environmental pollution).
Is rubber recyclable?
Yes, all rubber is recyclable but not all rubber is recycled. This is either because individuals or companies do not bring rubber to collection stations, or because not all authorities accept rubber. This could lead to rubber ending up in landfills. Maintaining the characteristics of the rubber can pose a challenge when recycling.
Shredding machinery for rubber tyres:
Uses for recycled rubber :
There are many different uses for recycled rubber, here are just a few ways recycled rubber can be used:
• Astroturf
• Playground surfaces
• Non-slip mats
• Road surfaces and infrastructure
• Vehicle mats and interiors
• Hospital floors
• Gardening products and equipment