{"id":1713,"date":"2016-01-14T15:41:16","date_gmt":"2016-01-14T18:41:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/setorreciclagem.com.br\/?p=1713"},"modified":"2024-08-22T19:04:12","modified_gmt":"2024-08-22T22:04:12","slug":"isopor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/setorreciclagem.com.br\/en\/3rs\/isopor\/","title":{"rendered":"Crushing Styrofoam for Reuse"},"content":{"rendered":"

Reusing materials is an increasingly important practice in the fight against pollution and waste. When we talk about the polystyrene<\/strong> (EPS \u2013 Expanded Polystyrene), this need becomes even more evident, since this material, widely used in packaging, faces major recycling challenges. In this article, we will address how crushing styrofoam for reuse<\/strong> can offer a viable and sustainable solution, transforming waste into economic opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We think a lot about recycling, but the solution often lies in reuse. Check out 3 incredible inventions that make it possible to return Styrofoam to the production chain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Problem of Styrofoam in the Environment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It is a plastic widely used in packaging, household appliances, furniture and even food. Its main function is to protect products, due to its lightness and impact absorption capacity. However, after use, it represents a major environmental problem. Because it is composed of 95% air, its volume is enormous in relation to its weight, making transportation and recycling economically unfeasible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among the main challenges faced in dealing with the polystyrene<\/strong>, we can highlight:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Insufficient collection<\/strong>: The polystyrene<\/strong> It is found in small quantities in homes and, as there is no structured national program for selective collection, the most common destination is landfills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Volume versus value<\/strong>: Due to its high volume and low weight, the transportation of polystyrene<\/strong> for recycling often costs more than the recovered value of the material, which discourages its recycling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lack of advanced technology<\/strong>: The low demand for recycling polystyrene<\/strong> inhibits the development of technologies that can make the process economically viable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    These obstacles show that, although it is a technically recyclable plastic, there is little structure for this. In this scenario, reuse emerges as a practical and sustainable alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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