Recycling Polymers
Hi Technological Plastics is making contribution to sustainability and obtaining a neutral carbon footprint by recycling polymers. Through the process of recycling polymers Hi Technological Plastics is constantly thriving for a waste free UAE.
Recycling polymers is useful in many ways, we have less waste on the planet, which makes more room for living, less money is spent on using more resources to make plastic, and less energy is used to make newer plastic, which saves the economy some money.
There are six different types of plastic resins that are commonly used to package household products. The identification codes can be found on the bottom of most plastic packaging.
Plastic Identification Codes, Uses and Reuse Possibilities | |||
Code | Type of Plastic | Common Products | Possibilities for Recycling |
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PETE (polyethylene terephthalate) | Soft drink, juice, and toiletry bottles | Can be turned into T-shirt material and carpets |
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HDPE (high-density polyethylene) | Milk jugs, detergent, and bleach bottles | Can be turned back into detergent bottles, binders, and fencing |
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PVC (polyvinyl chloride) | Shampoo and mineral water bottles, house siding and piping | Can be turned into new house siding, piping, and other building materials |
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LDPE (low-density polyethylene) | Grocery, garbage, and bread bags | Can be turned into new bags |
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PP (polypropylene) | Margarine and dairy tubs | Can be turned into car parts and milk crates |
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PS (polystyrene) | Meat trays, coffee cups, packaging | Can be turned into DVD cases and CD trays |
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Other plastics | Ketchup bottles, other plastics | Can be turned into park and picnic benches |