All Suppliers capable to supply the above mentioned plastic material in prime, recycled or scrap form, must regster their willingness to do so by issuing the Offer to Sell. The Offer is not legally binding and only defines to imply that the supplier is offering goods in his possession and will supply such goods over a defined period of time for purchase consideration by us. If such purchase is attempted, it is subject to final contract.

All information given is strictly held confidential even against competing supplier unconditionally.

Terms and Conditions when offering Plastic material to us

(1) Only suppliers in possession of goods (owners) may apply to provide Offer to Sell
(2) We will only consider modes of delivery defined as FOB from named port of shipment or FAS, FCA and EXW offers.
(3) All offers must be assured for a minimum term supply.
(4) Seller’s offer is not legally binding and is subject to final contract
(5) Only PSI (Pre Shipment) Inspection considered at supplier expense – If supplier is not prepared to offer PSI inspection, cost fo the account of the buyer accepted upon further discount on initial price provided.
(7) Rules of Trade: English language, English Law in port or fully, UCP 600, Incoterms 2000, URC522 Collection.
(8) Offer to Sell is provided to us so that assurance of Supply is proven as being genuine. It is up to our own discretion to purchase the goods offered accordingly.
(9) Minimum lot must be offered; – Once such ofer to sell is accepted by us, we will buy such total lot assured as required within the period of time applied as needed, shipment per shipment at quantities requested.
(10) All other Terms and Conditions as apparent on Offer and final Contract or Invoice.

Send us your offer

If the above terms are acceptable please send your offer to:

email: info @ RawPolymers.com
fax: +43-316-231-100021

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Fortunately fort he environment and manufacturers seeking low cost sources of HDPE, HDPE is a highly recyclable material, which when handled correctly can be recycled several times before it begins to show any signs of breaking down. It has a very strong molecular structure which can stand multiple transitions from the liquid to the solid phase without losing structural integrity.

The process by which HDPE regrind is made essentially a long cleaning process. Post consumer scrap HDPE contains all matter of contaminants from food scraps to metals to glass and even other plastics. Because the kerbside pickup recycling process from which the bulk of HDPE is reclaimed is inherently flawed, being carried out in its initial stages by private citizens, a great deal of effort must go into making sure the HDPE regrind is as close to being pure HDPE as is possible before it is on sold to manufacturers.

The first stage of turning reclaimed scrap HDPE into useful HDPE regrind is removing the large contaminants from the scrap HDPE. Typically, scrap HDPE will arrive at the recycler in large bales, which are then broken open. There are different types and grades of scrap HDPE bales. Some have been sorted and cleaned in advance, with labels and lids removed, others are sold as is, with contaminants, labels, and lids still intact.

Once the bales are broken up, the HDPE scrap is put onto a trommel. The trommel is a rotating device that shakes many of the larger contaminants free of the HDPE. Pieces of glass, stones, metals, and a great deal of dirt are removed via the trommel.

Once the bulk of the large contaminants have been removed, the HDPE scrap must be sorted to separate it from non HDPE plastics which are often mistakenly placed in the bale, and other similar foreign objects visible to the human eye.

When it has been ascertained that the HDPE scrap is now comprised almost entirely of HDPE plastic, and any remaining contaminants are too small to be simply picked out, the HDPE scrap is shredded, cut up into small pieces and subsequently cleaned. Chemical solutions, detergents, and high temperatures are all employed in order to clean up the HDPE. This stage is where many stubborn labels and adhesives are finally removed from the HDPE stream.

Float/sink technology is then used to separate HDPE from the dirt and other contaminants which have been released in the washing process. In the float/sink process the washed scrap HDPE is sent into a water tank. HDPE is lighter than water, so it floats, whereas many contaminants, such as small pieces of metal, glass, or rock are heavier than water, and sink to the bottom. The HDPE is then scooped off the top of the water and dried.

The dryer used to dry the shredded HDPE is a large industrial spin dryer which pumps hot air around the HDPE, drying it and making it ready for the final processing before sale.

The HDPE might be further cut up into smaller pieces and sold as HDPE regrind, or it may undergo melt processing to make HDPE pellets or granules. Melt processing involves melting the HDPE regrind down and passing it through a series of filters to remove the last of the contaminants before extruding the melted HDPE through a die and cutting it into pellets. HDPE which has undergone melt filtration is the cleanest form of scrap HDPE, however HDPE regrind is often used as a raw material in applications where very high levels of purity are not required.

HDPE Regrind Supplier

Please contact us through the below form and let us know your detailed requirements. We will get back to you with current HDPE regrind availability and price quote

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Recycled HDPE pellets are HDPE pellets made from reprocessing scrap HDPE. Recycled HDPE pellets are of a similar quality to virgin HDPE pellets in terms of chemical and physical integrity, though there are restrictions on scrap HDPE products being used to package foodstuffs. There is also some risk of contamination or structural weakness due to poor handling that should be kept in mind when looking for a reliable supplier of quality repro HDPE pellets.

The bulk of scrap HDPE comes in the form of post consumer HDPE. Post consumer HDPE products are those HDPE products which have been manufactured for use in consumer applications, such as milk bottles, shampoo bottles, and other kinds of household receptacles. These products are used for their intended purpose, then reclaimed from recycling programs. Other scrap HDPE is reclaimed from industrial sources, coming in the form of plastic drums, or off cuts and rejected malformed HDPE products from consumer production lines.

As a result of the various sources of scrap HDPE, the quality and appearance of various types of recycled HDPE pellets is also varied. Some recycled HDPE pellets may be clear and translucent in color, originating from well sorted post consumer HDPE scrap. In other cases, the recycled HDPE pellets may have a raw grey color, or dye may be added to the mix to create a homogeneous coloration. It should be noted that color alone does not reflect grade or quality of recycled HDPE pellets, though translucent recycled HDPE is generally regarded as being a safer bet, and lends itself better to applications where asthetics are important.

Producing Recycled HDPE Pellets

Recycled HDPE pellets start life as HDPE scrap. The scrap must be washed and sorted, then shredded and washed again. Various processes are then undertaken to ensure that the shredded HDPE is clear of the bulk of contaminants such as dirt, metals, and foreign plastics. This is the first part of perhaps the most important stage of HDPE recycling, as contamination can make a batch of HDPE effectively useless.

Shredded HDPE, or HDPE regrind as it is sometimes known, is then sent into a heating and extrusion chamber. This is a long barrel shaped device with a screw running down the length of it. The barrel is heated, and as the HDPE is carried through the chamber by the screw, it melts down into liquid HDPE.

Filters contained in the chamber catch any remnants of contaminants in a process called melt filtration. Good melt filtration is essential to the production of high quality recycled HDPE pellets. Though the bulk of contaminants are removed prior to melting, the smallest contaminant particles inevitably pass through the initial cleaning and filtering stages, and are only removed during the melt filtration process.

Due to its molecular structure, if heated to the correct temperature, HDPE can be melted down and reformed into new products many times with negligible loss of structural integrity, however the melting process must be carefully monitored to ensure that the HDPE stays within the correct temperature range so that it does not solidify prematurely, or become overheated and start to break down.

At the end of the chamber is a die through which the liquid HDPE is extruded. A blade slices the tubes of liquid HDPE into pellets, which are then cooled. This can be achieved by either extruding the pellets under water, or having the pellets drop into a water bath, occasionally circulated air is used to cool the pellets, but this is generally a slow and cost ineffective practice.

Grades of Repro HDPE Pellets

Recycled HDPE pellets come in all grades. It is possible to purchase injection molding grade recycled HDPE pellets, blow molding grade recycled HDPE pellets, pipe grade HDPE pellets, the list goes on.

When ‘grades’ are referred to, what is really being spoken about is the MFI, or Melt Flow Index. Melt flow index is a measure of how viscous HDPE is when melted, and is related to the molecular density of the HDPE. Very dense HDPE has a low MFI, and becomes thick and slow flowing when melted. This type of HDPE is suitable for blow molding applications. Conversely, HDPE with a high MFI becomes very runny when melted, and is more suitable for applications such as injection molding.

Repro HDPE Suppliers

We source reprocessed HDPE pellets from several suppliers world wide. Let us know your detailed requirements and we will get back to you with current offers and HDPE price quote

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Inner Tubes
Scrap inner tubes are inflatable rubber bladders (balloons) which are inserted into the casting of a pneumatic tire and filled with air so that the tire gets it’s final shape. Inner tubes are mostly made of Butyl – material which is impervious to air leakage.

Bagomatic Bladders
Is another word for the butyl rubber pneumatic inner tube which is used on truck and tractor tyres.

Butyl inner tube Scrap
All parts of a rubber tyre can be recycled and are in demand by our partners. The inner tube or bagomatic bladder is made of Butyl. At the moment we buy and sell about 300 metric tons of scrap inner tubes per month. If you are a supplier please contact us.

Buy scrap inner tubes
To get a list of prices and currently available stock of scrap butyl bagomatic bladders please contact us through the below form.

Rubber

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• High Density Polyethylene
• Medium Density Polyethylene
• Low Density Polyethylene
• Linear Low Density Polyethylene
• Polypropylene

We deliver the highest quality Prime (Virgin) resins, as well as Recycled (shredded or pelletized) plastic material.  We also supply post-industrial sorted and baled scrap for recycling. Our main goal is to deliver the highest quality Plastic material at the most competitive prices while providing our customers with exceptional service and seamless logistics.

Our services include scrap transportation, universal scrap handling, locating the best suppliers, price negotiation, quality inspection, handling of paperwork and logistics, purchase and sale of post industrial and post consumer materials. We have been working in this industry as independent agents for many years. In 2001 we finally decided to combine our skills, experience and come together as highly efficient and successful international team – Raw Polymers Ltd.

Our Mission Statement

To become a recognized global leader in providing raw plastic material at prices and conditions which enable our clients to succeed in their businesses. The more success we bring to you, the more work you bring to us.

Our Motto

No lies, no surprises.

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HDPE:
It is an abbreviation for High Density Poly Ethylene.

Post Consumer Regrind (PCR):
PCR is post consumer plastic products that have been recycled, this means they are ground down to be re-used in manufacturing of new products made of the material in question. Level of grinding can be between 25-100%.

HDPE post consumer regrind is recycled High Density Poly Ethylene cut into small pieces. The HDPE regrind can be sorted by color or mixed. HDPE plastic regrind made by HDPE processors should be ideally loaded directly into a wash system and processed completely into a finished product.

If the HDPE regrind has to be stored, it should be ground directly into and stored in gaylords. Gaylords are extra heavy duty boxes that are mounted on pallets for shipping loose items. They have about one cubic yard in volume and are capable of holding HDPE flakes in the range of 600-1000 pounds. The gaylords should be fastened on shipping pallets to maintain their integrity during handling, storage, and transport.

HDPE regrind use:
Generally natural HDPE regrind is used in high value end-use applications (such as clear, blown film). It requires higher quality especially with regard to injection-molded HDPE, Polypropylene, and color contamination. The quality requirements for HDPE regrind are normally more demanding than for baled HDPE.

Where to Buy or Sell HDPE Regrind:
Should you need information on where to buy or sell HDPE Regrind please use this contact form below and we will reply as soon as possible.

Glossary, HDPE

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High Density Polyethylene (HDPE): a rugged material which is easily moulded, has a high resistance to impact and is not affected by most chemicals. Mainly used in blow and injection moulding it may also be vacuum formed or extruded.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): a very common plastic and one of the earliest types developed. PVC’s often contain chemicals called plasticisers which can leach from the plastic over time. You will find it in roofing gutters, electrical insulation and fittings and waste pipes. For food use a special grade has been developed called uPVC and is “unplasticised”. Be careful in selecting a PVC product for food contact. The qualities of PVC vary and they can be flexible or rigid. It is commonly injection moulded, extruded, blow moulded and vacuum formed. PVC is subject to attack by solvents.

Polypropylene (PP): Although mainly used in injection moulding, it may be blow or rotationally moulded, vacuum formed or extruded. PP is an easy to mould material which has medium impact resistance, high structural strength and is resistant to a wide range of chemicals.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET): a form of polyester and its most visible use is in fizzy drink bottles and honey jars. Soft drink bottles can be recycled into clothing fibre. It has very high impact resistance and modest structural strength. It is resistant to many solvents and is particularly suitable for food contact. You can freeze it but not boil or microwave. It is commonly injection and blow moulded.

Polypropylene Co-Polymer (PPCO): Because it is a Polypropylene molecule with about 2% HDPE added it has a mixture of the properties of HDPE and Polypropylene including very high impact resistance and moderate structural strength. Primarily used in injection moulding. It is resistant to a wide range of chemicals.

Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE or LLDPE): It is rotationally, blow and injection moulded though it may be vacuum formed or extruded. LDPE has very high impact resistance, modest structural strength and good resistance to a huge range of chemicals.

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS): It has a shiny impervious surface, good impact resistance and very good structural strength. It is commonly vacuum formed or extruded.

Styrene Acrylonitrile (SAN): It has medium impact resistance, very good structural strength and has a shiny impervious surface. It is mostly injection moulded however it is not the best at high or low temperatures.

Nylon: It generally has excellent structural and impact strength, great working temperature range and is resistant to petrol, oils and solvents. It comes in many and varied forms. It is commonly injection moulded and extruded. It is subject to attack by acids.

High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS): Medium impact resistance and excellent structural strength. It is commonly injection moulded.
Not very good at high or low temperatures.

Polycarbonate (PC): It has an incredibly high resistance to impact. For this reason it is a major component in bullet-proof “glass” and commonly used for beer jugs and conservatories. Subject to attack from solvents. It is commonly injection moulded, extruded, and blow moulded. It has ability to handle high temperatures for that reason it is used in microwave cookware.

Nitrile Rubber (Nitrile): It is synthetic, as opposed to natural latex. Although it is not considered to be a “plastic” it can be injection moulded. Car tyres are made of Nitrile.

Styrene: a generic name given to a range of polymers. It is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H5CH=CH2. Excellent stuctural strength and clarity offset poor impact resistance and susceptibility to attack from solvents. It is commonly injection moulded.

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