When performing paint removal operations, can recycling equipment usually adopts a series of efficient and environmentally friendly process steps to ensure that the metal part of the can is effectively recycled while reducing pollution to the environment. The following are the main steps and related information for the paint removal operation of can recycling equipment:
1. Pretreatment
Cleaning: First, the cans are cleaned by high-pressure water guns, sandblasting machines and other equipment to remove surface dirt, residues and most attachments, laying a good foundation for subsequent paint removal operations.
Classification: Classify according to the type, material and specification of the cans to facilitate the selection and optimization of subsequent processing processes.
2. Paint removal
Equipment selection: Use professional continuous can paint and plastic removal equipment or high-temperature carbonization pyrolysis furnaces and other equipment for paint removal. These equipment usually use advanced physical and chemical methods, such as high temperature, high pressure, chemical solvents, etc., to quickly decompose and remove the coating on the surface of the cans.
Crushing and feeding: The cans are crushed to increase the surface area and improve the efficiency of paint removal. Subsequently, the crushed can fragments are fed into the paint removal equipment through a conveyor.
Paint removal process:
High-temperature carbonization pyrolysis: In a high-temperature oxygen-free environment, the coating on the surface of the can will quickly pyrolyze and detach without damaging the aluminum can body. This method is environmentally friendly and pollution-free, and has high treatment efficiency.
Chemical solvent treatment (rarely used): Although chemical solvents can quickly dissolve or corrode the coating, they are rarely used in practical applications because of their safety hazards and environmental pollution.
Physical methods (such as mechanical paint stripping): Although the efficiency is low, it can be used as an auxiliary means, especially when dealing with local stubborn coatings.
Tail gas treatment: The waste gas and waste liquid generated during the paint removal process need to be treated by a special tail gas treatment system to ensure compliance with environmental protection requirements.
III. Post-processing
Cleaning and drying: Use clean water to thoroughly clean the can fragments after paint removal to remove residual chemical solvents and coating fragments. Then, use drying equipment to dry the can fragments for subsequent recycling and reuse.
Quality inspection: Perform quality inspection on the processed can fragments to ensure that they meet the standards for recycling and reuse.
IV. Equipment advantages
High efficiency and environmental protection: Equipment such as continuous can paint and plastic removal equipment and high-temperature carbonization pyrolysis furnace are efficient and environmentally friendly, which can greatly improve the recycling rate and processing efficiency of discarded cans.
High degree of automation: These equipment usually have a high degree of automation, which can reduce manual operation and labor intensity.
Wide scope of application: Suitable for various types and specifications of cans, with strong adaptability and flexibility.
The can recycling equipment can efficiently and environmentally remove the coating on the surface of cans through a series of pre-treatment, paint removal and post-treatment steps, providing high-quality metal raw materials for recycling.