Used tires are among the most challenging materials to recycle. They consist of a combination of rubber, steel, and textile fibers—materials that can only be efficiently separated and recycled using specialized machinery. At the same time, used tires hold enormous economic potential when they are professionally processed.
Every year, large quantities of used tires are generated, and these cannot simply be sent to landfills. Through modern recycling, valuable raw materials can be recovered and reused. At the same time, this reduces the burden on the environment, as fewer new materials need to be produced.
Typical end products made from scrap tires include:
The recycling process consists of several stages and requires different types of machinery that are perfectly coordinated with one another.
Shredder The first step is to shred the entire tire. High-performance shredders cut the tires into large pieces and prepare them for further processing.
Granulators In the next step, the shredded pieces are further reduced in size. Granulators grind the material into smaller particles, making it easier to separate the rubber, steel, and textiles.
Steel Separator Since tires contain a high percentage of steel, magnetic separators are used. These reliably separate the steel from the rubber.
Textile Separator Fine textile fibers are removed using airflow or screening technology to ensure a clean end product.
Fine Grinders For particularly fine applications, the rubber granules are further processed in special grinders until they reach the desired particle size.
The entire process takes place in clearly defined steps:
First, the tires are collected and pre-sorted. They are then mechanically shredded. After that, the material is processed in stages and separated into its constituent parts.
The end result is single-variety raw materials that can be used directly or sold.
Recycling used tires is not only environmentally sound, but also economically beneficial. The sale of rubber granules and recycled steel creates new sources of revenue.
Additional benefits:
Companies that invest in modern recycling technology benefit in the long term from efficient processes and stable returns.
The recycling of used tires is a technically challenging but highly rewarding process. With the right machinery, valuable raw materials can be efficiently recovered and reintroduced into the economic cycle. Modern facilities enable high yields and sustainable processing.
Please use our recycling center for the proper disposal and recycling of your used tires.