Drip irrigation tape recycling is one of the important measures to reduce plastic waste in agriculture. With the wide application of drip irrigation technology in agriculture, a large number of discarded drip irrigation tapes are gradually becoming an environmental burden.
Through effective recycling methods, these wastes can be reused, which not only reduces environmental pollution but also provides recycled raw materials for plastic production.
Importance of Drip Irrigation Tape Recycling
Although drip irrigation tapes have greatly improved the efficiency of agricultural water use, they are mainly made of plastic, which is difficult to degrade naturally.
Waste drip irrigation tapes that are not properly disposed of can contaminate soil and water bodies, affecting the ecological environment.
In addition, recycling drip irrigation tapes reduce the need for new plastic raw materials, helping agribusinesses save money.
How to Recycle Drip Irrigation Tapes?
The process of recycling drip irrigation tape is relatively simple, but it does require the support of specialized equipment. In general, the recycling process includes the following steps:
Crushing
The first step in recycling is to crush the discarded drip irrigation tape into small pieces. The crushed plastic is easier to clean and dispose of, as well as easier to subsequently process.
Washing and Drying
After pulverization, the drip tape pieces need to be washed to remove soil, pesticide residue, and other impurities. The cleaned material is then dried to remove moisture.
Processed into Recycled Pellets
After drying, the drip irrigation tape waste is fed into a plastic pelletizer, where it is processed into recycled plastic pellets through the steps of heating, melting, and extruding.
Drip Irrigation Tape Recycling Video
Application of Recycled Granules for Drip Irrigation Tapes
Recycled drip irrigation tape pellets, like other recycled plastic pellets, are widely used in the manufacture of a wide range of plastic products. Since most of the recycled drip tape granules are black, they are more suitable for the production of drip tape, garbage bags, pipes, or packaging materials.
