Polystyrene (PS)
Polystyrene (PS), available in both rigid and foam forms, is valued for its lightweight properties and versatility. Often used in protective packaging and insulation, PS waste represents a significant opportunity for circularity.
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Polystyrene (PS)
Polystyrene (PS), available in both rigid and foam forms, is valued for its lightweight properties and versatility. Often used in protective packaging and insulation, PS waste represents a significant opportunity for circularity.
At Philip Tyler Polymers, we specialise in the recycling of GPPS and HIPS, transforming styrene-based waste into regrind and compounds suitable for injection moulding and sheet extrusion.
Our professional, nationwide services focus on providing high-quality recycled polystyrene, ensuring compliance and batch control for your projects. Whether it is recycled GPPS or recycled HIPS, trust us to supply reliable recycled polystyrene tailored to your application and help promote sustainable plastic usage
What are the challenges of recycling polystyrene?
Polystyrene’s low density and contamination risk (e.g., food residues) can make collection and processing more challenging compared to other plastics.
What are the differences between GPPS and HIPS, and can both be recycled?
GPPS (General Purpose Polystyrene) is rigid and transparent, often used in food packaging and laboratory items, while HIPS (High Impact Polystyrene) is tougher and opaque, ideal for electronics and automotive parts. Both types can be recycled into regrind or pellets for use in injection moulding and vacuum forming
What are the benefits of using recycled polystyrene in manufacturing?
Recycled PS reduces material costs, and promotes circularity, whilst still offering the same great material properties as virgin polymer.
What are the challenges of recycling polystyrene?
Polystyrene’s low density and contamination risk (e.g., food residues) can make collection and processing more challenging compared to other plastics.
What are the differences between GPPS and HIPS, and can both be recycled?
GPPS (General Purpose Polystyrene) is rigid and transparent, often used in food packaging and laboratory items, while HIPS (High Impact Polystyrene) is tougher and opaque, ideal for electronics and automotive parts. Both types can be recycled into regrind or pellets for use in injection moulding and vacuum forming
What are the benefits of using recycled polystyrene in manufacturing?
Recycled PS reduces material costs, and promotes circularity, whilst still offering the same great material properties as virgin polymer.
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Buy and Sell
Plastic With
PHILIP TYLER POLYMERS
Get in touch with our team today to find out more about our recycling solutions.
