Comparison of Dry and Wet Processes in Shattered Glass Recycling Production Lines
When designing a shattered glass recycling production line, the choice between dry and wet processes is a pivotal decision involving various intricate parameters. The following is an in-depth comparison of these processes in key aspects:
I. Wet Sorting for Moist Glass
Critical parameters considered during wet sorting for moist glass include:
Sorting granularity > 8 mm: Setting a larger sorting granularity ensures effective processing of waste glass, maximizing production efficiency.
Take-out ratio: Controlled take-out ratios in wet glass sorting are foundational to the overall process economy.
Reduced dust: Through wet processes, a successful reduction in airborne dust levels is achieved, creating a clean and healthy work environment.
Loss of labeled and dirty glass: Utilizing wet technology efficiently separates labels and impurities, minimizing glass loss.
80% of input material can be sorted: Wet sorting processes can handle 80% of raw materials, providing a robust foundation for high-yield recycling.
Sorting efficiency greater than 90%: Our wet sorting processes ensure a sorting efficiency exceeding 90%, guaranteeing recycling quality.
II. Dry Sorting for Dried Shattered Glass
Key considerations for dry sorting of dried shattered glass include:
Sorting granularity > 2 mm: Setting a larger sorting granularity for smaller particles ensures efficient sorting.
Multiple processing equipment, high investment cost: While dry sorting processes can achieve efficient sorting, the need for multiple processing equipment results in relatively higher investment costs.
Strict requirements for drying machines, organic material sorters, and dust removal systems: To ensure high operational efficiency, strict control over drying machines, organic material sorters, and dust removal systems is essential.
90% of input material can be sorted: Dry sorting processes can handle 90% of raw materials, providing a considerable recycling yield.
Sorting efficiency greater than 90%: Our dry sorting processes guarantee a sorting efficiency exceeding 90%, ensuring high-quality reusable products.
III. Our Recommendation
Considering the strengths and weaknesses of wet and dry methods, we recommend a comprehensive selection based on specific production needs. Wet processes are more suitable for moist environments, while dry processes may be considered for scenarios with higher investment return requirements. The final engineering choice should consider factors such as investment costs, available resources, and production efficiency, ultimately achieving the best recycling and reuse results.
