Upcycling opportunities and potential markets for aluminium composite panels with polyethylene core (ACP-PE) cladding materials in Australia: A review

Pilipenets, Olga; Gunawardena, Tharaka; Hui, Felix Kin Peng; Nguyen, Kate; Mendis, Priyan; Aye, Lu

doi:10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2022.129194

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“…Additionally, unidirectional fiber alignment is explored as a means to optimise the composites' properties, with potential applications beyond the construction industry [1]. Besides, the use of renewable materials in manufacturing helps promote a circular economy where resources are reused, recycled, and regenerated to minimize waste and conserve natural resources, such as recycled polyethylene (RPE), is an environmentally friendly material, as it reduces the need for new products and helps divert plastic waste from landfills [8].…”

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Mechanical Characteristics Rice Husk Fiber (RHF) Blended Recycled Polyethylene (RPE) for RHF/RPE Polymer Composite

Iylia Izzati Jamal,

Noraini Marsi,

Anika Zafiah Mohd Rus

et al. 2024

ARAM

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This study investigates the mechanical characteristics of Rice Husk fibers (RHF) blended Recycled Polyethylene (RPE) to produce RHF/RPE polymer composites for building partition applications. The main objective is to formulate various composition ratios of RHF blended with RPE to fabricate optimum physical and mechanical properties to produce an RHF/RPE polymer composite. The significance of this research lies in developing a green polymer composite using natural resource materials such as RHF, which holds potential applications in Malaysia. Various ratios of RHF (0.2%, 0.4%, 0.6%, 0.8%, and 1.0% by weight) were combined with RPE to create RHF/RPE polymer composites. The RHF fibers were processed into fine fibers measuring 0.5 ± 0.05 mm using a high-speed grinding machine operating at 18000 rpm. The process involved blending RHF with RPE using a Bra-blender machine with a pressure of 20 kPa and a temperature of 120℃. The results indicated the composition ratio of 0.4 wt./wt.% of RHF/RPE polymer composite demonstrated the optimum density (ASTM C20-00) at 715.74 cm2 and porosity at 1.02 g/cm2, highest tensile strength at 0.60 MPa at tensile strength (ASTM D638) with SEM microstructure analysis confirming well-reinforced bonding between RHF/RPE matrix. The bending test at 0.4 wt./wt.% achieved the highest bending strength at 27.17 MPa, with a maximum bending strain of 2.41%, and the impact test (ASTM D256) demonstrated the highest impact strength at 36.16 MPa with an impact modulus of 1.25 MPa. It can be concluded that the optimal composition for building partition applications is 0.4 wt./wt.% of RHF/RPE polymer composites.

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Mechanical Characteristics Rice Husk Fiber (RHF) Blended Recycled Polyethylene (RPE) for RHF/RPE Polymer Composite

Iylia Izzati Jamal,

Noraini Marsi,

Anika Zafiah Mohd Rus

et al. 2024

ARAM

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“…Notably, Raabe et al [16] delve into the science of so-called 'dirty' alloys, addressing the challenges associated with them. Additionally, Pilipenets et al [17] provide insights into various opportunities for upcycling aluminum composite panels. This paper contributes by presenting new potential reuses for aluminum-clad material, both as pre-consumer and post-consumer scrap.…”

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Cold Rolling Technology Optimization for EN AW 4343/3003/4343 Cladded Aluminum Alloys and Influence of Parameters on Microstructure, Mechanical Properties and Sustainable Recyclability

Kropf,

Cvahte,

Arzenšek

et al. 2024

Metals

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The present study investigates the accumulative roll bonding process applied to the EN AW 3003 aluminum alloy, serving as a composite material on both sides and consisting of the EN AW 4343 aluminum alloy. For the characterization of the optical microscopy, corrosion tests with saltwater acetic acid and mechanical properties before and after the braze test were employed. The numerical simulations accurately predicted the industrial cold rolling values for the rolling force and surface temperature. The most comprehensive understanding of the cold rolling parameters for both side-cladded materials was achieved by combining predictions for cladded and uncladded materials. The thickness of the cladded layer presented as a percentage after roll bonding was 18.7%. During the cold rolling and annealing, the cladded thickness was increased to 24.7% of the final 0.3 mm of the total cold-rolled product thickness. According to the performed braze test for final thickness, the ultimate tensile strength and yield strength were decreased, and the elongation increased to 18.1%. In addition to the described changes in mechanical properties, the material’s anisotropy improved from 5.4% in the cold-rolled condition to 2.0% after the braze test. After multiple re-meltings of the cladded material, the analyzed chemical compositions allow for recycling and reuse as different 4xxx, 5xxx, and 6xxx alloys.

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Application of Sustainability Concepts in the Lifecycle of Building Façade: A Review

Pilipenets

Hui

Gunawardena

et al. 2023

Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering

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Upcycling opportunities and potential markets for aluminium composite panels with polyethylene core (ACP-PE) cladding materials in Australia: A review

Cited by 7 publications

References 81 publications

Mechanical Characteristics Rice Husk Fiber (RHF) Blended Recycled Polyethylene (RPE) for RHF/RPE Polymer Composite

Mechanical Characteristics Rice Husk Fiber (RHF) Blended Recycled Polyethylene (RPE) for RHF/RPE Polymer Composite

Cold Rolling Technology Optimization for EN AW 4343/3003/4343 Cladded Aluminum Alloys and Influence of Parameters on Microstructure, Mechanical Properties and Sustainable Recyclability

Application of Sustainability Concepts in the Lifecycle of Building Façade: A Review

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