Foam materials such as EPS, EPE, and XPS are widely used in packaging, construction, and other industries due to their lightweight and high expansion ratio. However, during recycling, their large volume increases storage and transportation costs.
Therefore, finding effective ways to reduce foam volume and improve recycling efficiency is crucial for many recycling businesses. Our styrofoam recycling machine effectively reduces the volume of foam and helps companies to optimize their recycling processes.
Compressing Foam With a Foam Compactor
An EPS compactor reduces foam volume through physical compression without heating. Using a screw extrusion mechanism, it compresses foam to 1/30 to 1/50 of its original volume, forming compact foam blocks. This method significantly lowers storage and transportation costs while maintaining the material’s integrity for further processing.
Melting Foam with a Hot Melting Machine
A styrofoam melting machine applies heat to melt foam into a semi-liquid state, which is then cooled into dense blocks, reducing volume by up to 1/90 of the original size. This method is suitable for businesses engaged in deep recycling, as the melted material can be further processed into recycled plastic products, such as plastic sheets or granules.
Shredding and Pelletizing for Recycling
For certain types of foam, such as EPE and EPS, recycling facilities can use a foam shredder to break the material into small pieces, which are then fed into a foam pelletizing machine to produce recycled granules. This method not only reduces volume but also increases the recycling rate by converting foam waste into reusable plastic raw materials.
Styrofoam Recycling Machine Working Video
Conclusion
Reducing foam volume is essential for improving efficiency and lowering costs in foam recycling. Whether through cold pressing, hot melting, or pelletizing, businesses can handle foam waste more effectively. By selecting the right method based on specific recycling needs, companies can not only reduce environmental impact but also enhance the economic benefits of foam recycling.