Materials That Can Be Processed by Laminated Glass Recycling Equipment

Laminated glass recycling equipment is designed to handle a wide variety of composite glass products that combine glass layers with interlayer films, typically polyvinyl butyral (PVB) or ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA). These machines enable recyclers to recover high-quality glass and plastic films, reducing landfill waste and supporting a circular economy.

Typical Materials It Can Process

1. Automotive Windshields

Laminated glass recycling equipment is essential for processing end-of-life vehicle windshields, which contain multiple glass layers bonded with PVB. The system separates and cleans the glass fragments and retrieves the plastic film for reuse or further processing.

2. Architectural Safety Glass

Buildings often use laminated safety glass in windows, doors, and facades to prevent shattering on impact. This glass contains tough interlayers that standard crushing equipment can’t handle effectively, making dedicated recycling lines necessary.

3. Bulletproof and Security Glass

Advanced security glass found in banks, government facilities, and armored vehicles includes multiple laminated layers. Specialized recycling equipment can process these thick, reinforced sheets, recovering both glass and interlayer materials.

4. Laminated Glass Offcuts and Production Waste

Glass manufacturing facilities often generate laminated offcuts and trimmings. Recycling equipment efficiently processes this production waste, reducing disposal costs and improving sustainability.