Overview
The SpydIR-T is an advanced infrared sorting system that separates numerous selected
polymers from a mixed stream. It uses proprietary technology and fast, highly sensitive
algorithms to rapidly identify unique polymer “signatures” from their infrared spectra.
This advanced technology is available in two models: the SpydIR-R, which uses reflective
detection, and the SpydIR-T, which utilizes transmissive detection. While other companies
detect material over the belt and eject some time later, NRT offers In-Flight Sorting, which detects
and ejects material in flight. In-Flight Sorting enables the use of transmissive detection, and
eliminates motion-related error and belt interference, increasing purity levels and hit rates.
The spectrometer array across the width of the belt greatly increases accuracy
compared to rotating mirrors which are prone to error.
Technology
NIR identification of multiple polymer types
NIR identification of multiple polymer types
In-Flight Sorting enables use of transmissive detection for robust signal
Proprietary infrared sensing technology and algorithms for rapid detection
Spectrometer array across the width of the belt for greater accuracy
Operator-friendly color touch-screen graphic control panel
Applications
Sorts 1-7 plastics in any combination
Single sort high-purity clear and light blue PET directly from container stream
Polymers identified include PVC, PS, PETG, PLA, PC, PE, PP and other polymers in any
combination
Recover clean PET product from polymer residue streams for return to main PET stream
Features
In-Flight Sorting provides industry leading purity and hit rates
Flexibility to change selected polymers
High speed identification with throughput rates exceeding 16,000 lb/hr
Low maintenance requirements
Remote diagnostics, adjustments and upgrades