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Contec - Model ConBlack -Recovered Carbon Black

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Recovered Carbon Black (rCB) from Contec represents a sustainable innovation in the processing of end-of-life tires (ELTs). As a key player in the tire pyrolysis industry, Contec's rCB is a high-quality processed solid residue resulting from the pyrolysis of ELTs, delivering a product that meets various grades of virgin Carbon Black (vCB). The meticulous process begins with tire shredding and proceeds through unique pyrolysis and post-treatment steps to ensure consistent quality. Despite containing 20% fewer carbonaceous materials than vCB due to mineral content, Contec's rCB maintains impressive in-rubber performance, mirroring several vCB grades widely used in tire manufacturing. Notably, rCB boasts an 80% lower carbon footprint compared to vCB, underscoring its environmental benefits. This shift is crucial as the industry increasingly pivots towards more sustainable production methods. Technical applications span across tire, paint, plastic, and rubber goods manufacturing, making it a versatile choice. Contec ensures stringent quality control throughout the process, supported by in-house laboratory testing and a dedicated team of engineers and technicians committed to preventative maintenance and safety. The continuous innovation and collaboration with technological institutions such as the Warsaw University of Technology fortify Contec's advancements, aligning with their mission to reduce carbon emissions and recycle 100% of ELTs processed.
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Recovered Carbon Black (rCB) is a processed solid residue created from the pyrolysis of end-of-life tires (ELTs). rCB can be made from many types of rubber waste, but ELTs are the most convenient because of their wide availability.

The pyrolysis process recovers various virgin Carbon Black (vCB) grades and mineral fillers present in the rubber. The raw product is called a char. The char is further processed, milled, and pelletised to become recovered Carbon Black. rCB contains around 20 per cent less carbonaceous material in comparison to virgin Carbon Black, because of the presence of minerals. However, rCB is still a high-quality product with many applicable uses. 

The in-rubber performance of rCB produced by Contec is very similar to several grades of virgin Carbon Blacks that are widely used in the tire manufacturing industry. The rCB carbon footprint is over 80 per cent lower in comparison with vCB. 

Meaning, that there is a large push in the tire manufacturing industry to pivot towards rCB in production.

 

Recovered Carbon Black is a sustainable alternative to virgin Carbon Black. There is a high interest in rCB from tires, manufactured rubber goods, plastics and pigment industries.

  • Tire
  • Paints
  • Plastics
  • Rubber Goods

Switching to recovered Carbon Black (rCB) reduces CO2 emissions by over 80 per cent for each ton of Carbon Black produced. In other words, if rCB replaced only 10 per cent of vCB production, annual global CO2 emissions would be reduced by a striking 2.7 million tonnes.