Recycled PVC from PVC Pellets Ltd
Reduce the embodied carbon in your products – source recycled PVC from PVC Pellets!
Our post-consumer recycled PVC is created from the pack material that was used in cooling towers or water treatment plants. Pack is made from sheets of thin PVC sheets (around 200µm to 1,000µm thick), which are then assembled into a honeycomb to create a huge surface area. To achieve the needed properties, the PVC generally has a K value around 57 and a Vicat softening point below 75°C. This focus on pack material means the recycled PVC is highly consistent. We have worked on this material since 2010 and have a good network of suppliers, meaning we can ensure a regular supply which is all sourced from the UK.
Our recycled PVC has been sold to a number of manufacturers, mainly producing products for the construction industry. Using recycled PVC is a great way to reduce the embodied carbon in a product. All movements of PVC (waste in and recycled out) are reported to Recovinyl, the certification system for PVC. To assist with the data needed for an Environmental Product Declaration, we use the BPF Carbon Footprint Tool to measure our own CO2 emissions and are continuously innovating and developing to reduce our emissions.
The material has been processed into a flake and oversize material screened out. After reviewing Particle Size Distribution (PSD) results, and to ensure a consistent flake size so material will flow freely, we then perform further size reduction. The end product has been passed through a 2.2mm screen and material smaller than 1.1mm has been removed. (Click here to find out about our desire to produce pellets).
In addition to magnets throughout the process, we use an auto-shuttle magnetic separator on the bagging stand as a final check to ensure ferrous material is removed. The Auto-Shuttle magnetic separator helps to remove ferrous metal contaminants and magnetic stainless steel particles down to micron size. The magnets are cleaned automatically and without needing to stop the flow of recycled PVC.
PVC flake is shipped in FIBC (big bags) on pallets, typically 1,200kg per bag and all loads are weighed out on our certified weighbridge. If you prefer a different size bag then please give us a call to discuss. We are familiar with exporting to the EU and can provide all the necessary documents. Our recycled PVC is classed and Identified as END OF WASTE, as per Directive 2008/98/ec of the European parliament – Under derogation Article 6.
This gallery shows several different loads that we shipped out recently. When loading, we take care to ensure the bags are placed tightly up against each other to reduce the risk of moving. We insist loads are securely strapped to ensure a smooth delivery. A load plan is prepared for every load and several photographs are taken during loading. These can be shared with you via WhatsApp so you can monitor progress. We are keen to have feedback about how the load arrives with you so we can make any improvements if necessary. If this sounds like the attention to detail you like please call us now to discuss your requirements for recycled PVC!
