Michelin and Pyrowave Join Hands For Innovative Technology For Recycling Plastic Waste
French multinational tyre manufacturer Michelin and Plastic-to-Plastic microwave-based chemical recycling pioneer Pyrowave have joined hands to industrialize an innovative plastic waste recycling technology. Pyrowave recently announces a joint development agreement with the Michelin Group as well. Pyrowave has developed a technology through which it is possible to generate recycled styrene from plastics found in packaging, insulation panels, and/or household appliances.Â
This recycled styrene can be used in the production of polystyrene and synthetic rubber for tires and a large number of consumer products. Unlike current thermal processes, this unique technology enables the recycling of plastic waste into high-quality raw materials using electricity. The two firms are working to develop an industrial demonstrator, funded and operated by Michelin, by 2023. The technology will meet the highest standards in place within the Group in terms of safety, operation, and performance.