PLASTIC PELLET MACHINE
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https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/Z2CS7Keywords:
barrel, conveyor, hopper, palletizing machine, PolytheneAbstract
The high level of uncontrolled biodegradable waste constantly dumped in our surroundings on a daily basis constitutes nuisance in urban communities in India. This necessitated the need for a detailed design and construction of a compact pelletizing machine. This machine is important in the recycling process because it can be used to reduce the size and bulk density of waste plastic materials for ease of transportation and processing in the industry. The pelletizing machine was designed and constructed with a screw thread conveyor in a barrel to convey molded plastic. The screw thread is driven by a belt drive. The barrel was constructed to sear low density plastic at a temperature of 80°C. The waste polythene was fed through the feed hopper and extruded through a nozzle. The output becomes useful raw material for plastic industries. The machine developed would be useful in plastic waste management in urban cities in India. The pelletized materials will generate income as it serves as raw materials to polythene industries and provide employment opportunity for youths.
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