Recently, three high-performance optical sorters were officially delivered to Mexico. They will be used for sorting local waste materials, specifically for the precise classification of plastic bottles, glass bottles, and cans of varying materials. This collaboration marks the further expansion of Chinese environmental technology in overseas markets and provides strong technical support for Mexico's circular economy and sustainable development. Optical Sorter: The "Smart Eye" of Waste Material Sorting. An optical sorter is an intelligent sorting device based on optical sensing and artificial intelligence technology. Using high-precision cameras, near-infrared (NIR) sensors, or laser scanning, it quickly identifies the material, color, and shape of materials, and uses airflow or robotic arms to separate different types of waste.
Core Advantages of the Optical Sorter:
- Efficient and Accurate: Sorting speeds can reach hundreds of times per minute, with an accuracy rate exceeding 95%, significantly improving recycling rates.
- Multi-Material Compatibility: It can distinguish common packaging materials such as PET, HDPE plastic, aluminum cans, and glass.
- Environmental Protection and Energy Saving: Reduce manual sorting costs and minimize pollution caused by landfill or incineration. Urgent Needs of the Mexican Market: Mexico generates approximately 44 million tons of municipal solid waste annually, but the recycling rate is less than 10%, leaving a significant amount of recyclable material in landfills or entering the natural environment.
Optical Sorter
Optical Sorter
Optical Sorter
Optical Sorter
With stricter local environmental regulations (such as the Circular Economy Law), demand for automated sorting equipment has surged. The optical sorter delivered this time will be used at a large recycling center in northern Mexico, helping it achieve:
● Increased Capacity: Daily processing capacity is expected to increase by 30 tons, meeting the recycling needs of surrounding cities.
● Improved Purity: Ensures that sorted plastics and metals can be directly used in recycling and manufacturing, reducing downstream costs.
● Reduced Carbon Footprint: Through efficient recycling, approximately 12,000 tons of CO2 equivalent emissions will be avoided annually.
Optical Sorter
Optical Sorter
Chinese Intelligent Manufacturing Contributes to Global Green Transformation: Developed by a leading domestic environmental protection equipment company, the optical sorter exported this time incorporates deep learning algorithms and a modular design to adapt to complex operating conditions. In the future, the two parties plan to deepen cooperation in areas such as intelligent recycling systems and waste big data management, jointly promoting resource recycling in Latin America.
The application of optical sorting machines is not only a technological advancement, but also a manifestation of the concept of sustainable development. With the global emphasis on waste management, intelligent sorting technology will become a key component of the circular economy, reducing the burden on the planet and empowering resources.
