Recycling process
Recycling process

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Collection: Plastics are collected at kerbside or recycling centres and taken for onward processing at a plastics recycling plant.
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Washing: The plastics are washed thoroughly to remove contaminants, such as labels or adhesives.
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Sorting: Plastics are sorted according to polymer. This is essential for the formation of a repurposed composition as if the polymers mix then they will separate and cause structural weaknesses. Plastic lids, films and carrier bags require extra processing as they are usually highly contaminated.
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Shredding: The washed plastic is then shredded to make it easier to process.
- Melting: The shredded plastic is then melted into pellets. These can be used to make any item from plastic.
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