1、MAPPINGOF PLASTICSRECYCLINGPROCESSES&TECHNOLOGIES2-MAPPING OF PLASTICS RECYCLING PROCESSES AND TECHNOLOGIESDISCLAIMERThis report by Plastics Recyclers Europe(PRE)is for informational purposes only.PRE conducted this mapping exercise using the most robust and accurate information available,aiming to

2、present the technologies and processes most widely implemented in recycling facilities.Where relevant,emerging technologies are also included for their potential value in advancing plastic recycling.While care was taken to ensure accuracy,PRE makes no guarantees regarding completeness or suitability

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4、CLING PROCESSES AND TECHNOLOGIESTable of contentLIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 4EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 5USER GUIDE 6INTRODUCTION 7 1.SORTING PROCESS 14Sorting Modules 15Sorting Technologies 16Conclusion 27 2.MECHANICAL RECYCLING PROCESS 28Mechanical Recycling Modules 29Mechanical Recycling Technologi

5、es 34Plastic Packaging 35Rigid Polyolefins:HDPE and PP Rigid Stream 35PO Films Stream 37PET Bottles Stream 40PET Trays Stream 44PS Stream 47Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment(WEEE)and End of Life Vehicles(ELV)50PVC Stream 54Rigid 54Flexible 56Conclusion 57 3.DISSOLUTION RECYCLING PROCESS 58Co

6、ntext 59Dissolution Recycling Modules 62Dissolution Recycling Technologies 68Conclusion 73 4.CHEMICAL RECYCLING PROCESS 74Context 75Chemical Recycling Modules 77Chemical Recycling Technologies 86Conclusion 95FINAL CONCLUSIONS 96REFERENCES 984-MAPPING OF PLASTICS RECYCLING PROCESSES AND TECHNOLOGIES2