Development and modification of green composites obtained from recycled polyethylene/crumb tire/ inorganic additives for exterior applications

In the current project, the use of recycled polymers such as landfilled tires and polyethylene (PE) plastic is suggested to be reused for the manufacturing of composites for exterior applications such as shingle roofing, cladding and post fencing. Even though, this material has been already used for this application, but the mechanical and thermal properties of the products need to be developed by using inorganic additives. In this project, aluminum trihydrate (ATH) and clay are suggested to improve flame retardancy and mechanical properties of the PE/crumb tire/additive. Therefore, several formulations and compounding methods will be investigated to achieve the target.

Faculty Supervisor:

Eric David

Student:

Partner:

Industrial Solutions

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program: