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Recycling Electronic Scrap

David J. Kaplan, V. P.Maine Plastics, Inc.

1550 24th StreetNorth Chicago, IL 60064

847 473-3553www.maineplastics.com

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Our History

Incorporated: 1983 in Maine Township in Illinois

Roots: Maine Scrap Metal, Inc.

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Our Mission Statement

Through innovation, expertise, and creativity, develop recycling programs

for companies generating Post-Industrial and Post-Commercial

Plastics.

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Capabilities

Grinding Baling Shear / Guillotine Ferrous and non-ferrous metal removal Laboratory Testing Quality Control Procedures

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Factors that influence the marketability of plastic

Quantity Color Classification Consistency Cleanliness Condition (ground, unground, baled) Location (freight)

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Challenges facing recycling of Plastic in Electronic Scrap

Cross Contamination from: 1. Other Plastics 2. Non-Plastics a. Metal b. Dirt and glue c. Paper Lack of uniform material standards &

identification

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More Challenges

Foaming agents and additives Laminates Multiple plastic parts High labor costs Weight = Freight Cost = lost $$

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Solutions

Isolate large quantities of the same part from one manufacturer

Keep it CLEAN Bale or grind to increase weight and reduce

freight Separate colors when possible Advocate standardization of plastics When in doubt, sample your customer

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Recycling Electronic Scrap

David J. Kaplan, V. P.Maine Plastics, Inc.

1550 24th StreetNorth Chicago, IL 60064

847 473-3553www.maineplastics.com