Shape-moulding: How to mould used EPS into new high-quality EPS
In 1978, KBM developed the first completely integrated recycling concept for re-usage of EPS, Arcel or EPE ensuring shape-moulding manufacturers an opportunity to recycle and reuse most polymer waste in a highly profitable way. Over the years we have grown to be a leading manufacturer of machinery for recycling of polymer materials into reusable foam beads with a high quality and value.
By using the KBM recycling plants you will be able to regain up to 90 percent of the polymer’s initial value by mixing the recycled pre-expanded beads with new ones before bringing them into the shape-moulding production. This is possible due to the fact, that the recycled beads have a form that is homogeneous to new pre-expanded beads, while they also contain a minimum of dust.
On this page you can learn more about:
- How to benefit from an accurate metering before shape-moulding
- How shape-moulding is made more profitable by using injector fillguns
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Why an accurate metering before shape-moulding matters
When shape-moulding the ratio between recycled EPS or EPP beads and the new beads is crucial to generate the highest possible value. To ensure an accurate and optimum metering of the pre-expanded beads before shape-moulding, KBM has designed the Styromix system.
Unlike other systems the KBM Styromix system accurately mixes granulated and dust extracted EPS or EPP beads before the materials even reach the hopper on the shape-moulding units. Thereby, the de-mixing of the materials is minimized or even eliminated. In most cases, this specific feature will make it possible for you to bring the recycled beads into the shape-moulding at a ratio of10 to 20 percent. This will enable you to generate the highest possible value from the recycled foam beads.
Save money by using injector fillguns for shape-moulding
Over the past years, shape-moulders have been struck by higher costs on energy. Furthermore, a lot of valuable material has been wasted due to the need for crack position when shape-moulding. The solution to these challenges is to use the KBM Injectorking Vario Fillguns for EPS, Arcel, EPP, Neopor or EPE.
The Injectorking Vario Fillguns are very easy to use and have low air consumption. Furthermore, they are long lasting and low-maintenance as they are self-cleaning and have a durable design where all critical parts are made of stainless steel. The advantages of the fillguns provide you with potential savings on maintenance, energy costs and waste material as they minimize the need for crack position when shape-moulding.
Get to know more about the KBM machinery for shape-moulding
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