Utilization of Ultrasonication as a Method of Reducing Organic and Inorganic Contamination in Post-Consumer Plastic Film Waste

Abstract

Back Cover: Post-consumer plastic film waste often carries organic and inorganic contaminants from collection and the first life cycle that negatively affects the quality of recycled products. In article 2400310, Greg W. Curtzwiler and co-workers determine that the sound waves induced by ultrasonication reduce surface contamination more than a more traditional friction wash procedure in less time without the presence of surfactants.