News: Tire Recycling & Pyrolysis

The laboratory — established within Eco Infinic's operational facility in Chon Buri, Thailand and representing an investment of 5.3 million Baht — has become the technical engine behind the company's recovered Carbon Black (rCB) product line. It is one of the few purpose-built facilities in Southeast Asia focused exclusively on rubber tire and non-tire rCB application development. Eco Infinic, a BOI-approved subsidiary of SHEICO Group (Taiwan) and a member of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) under the Environmental Management Industry Club and Rubber Industry Club, has positioned the laboratory as the centerpiece of its commitment to delivering certified, performance-proven rCB to global manufacturers.

The system allows each baler to operate as an internet-connected unit that can be monitored, diagnosed and supported remotely, provided the machine has access to electricity and mobile network coverage. Operational data can be transmitted to Gradeall through internet, Wi-Fi or cellular networks. According to the company, this enables its engineers to access the baler remotely for diagnostics, performance monitoring, service assistance and maintenance planning.

Tyrewise has reported continued progress in integrating New Zealand’s regulated tire recycling scheme into everyday industry operations, with growing participation from stakeholders and increasing interest in market development opportunities for end-of-life tires.

The facility is also expected to generate approximately 21,000 tonnes annually of tire-derived oil through the company's pyrolysis process.

Today, advances in devulcanization technology are beginning to change that equation. New processes designed to selectively break sulfur cross-links while preserving the underlying polymer structure are creating opportunities to recover rubber in a form that can potentially be reused in more demanding applications.

The event is expected to include presentations from technical experts and market specialists on how recycled tire materials can be used in infrastructure projects while supporting circular economy and sustainability objectives. Planned topics include market opportunity analysis, regulatory updates and the impact of Digital Waste Tracking. The role of tire retailers and distributors within the circular economy value chain is also expected to be discussed. Participation is free for TRA members, media representatives, industry partners and regulators. Other attendees can participate for £70 plus VAT, including refreshments and a buffet lunch.

Commenced the work of preparing the documents and supporting materials required for a forthcoming application for plan negotiations within the framework of the reorganisation. Enviro assesses that the secured financing, together with the measures taken as set out above and the ongoing cash flow from the business, creates the conditions for a successful completion of the reorganisation and the achievement of a long-term sustainable capital structure.

The Hawkesbury facility was designed as a 46,200 square-foot plant with 2 reactors. Once fully ramped up, it was expected to process approximately 1.3 million to 1.5 million end-of-life tires annually and produce 4,000 metric tons of recovered carbon black, 5,000 metric tons of pyrolysis oil, 2,000 metric tons of steel and 1,200 metric tons of process gas.

The Jiaxing Plant has enhanced its production capabilities by increasing the use of sustainable materials and optimising processes. It has established a stable system for products incorporating bio-based and recycled inputs, operating a quality management system based on the mass balance approach. Under its circular economy strategy named E.Circle, Hankook continues to raise the share of sustainable materials.