Ballistic separators are equipment used in the RDF (Refuse Derived Fuel) plant to separate materials based on their size, shape, and density. These machines work on the principle of ballistic sorting, where materials are separated based on their trajectory when they are thrown across a screen.
The ballistic separators consist of a drum-shaped screen that rotates at a high speed. The RDF is fed onto the screen, and as it rotates, smaller and lighter materials such as plastics, paper, and films are separated from larger and denser materials such as metals, stones, and glass. The lighter materials are usually sent for further processing to extract their energy value, while the heavier materials are usually recycled.
Ballistic separators are designed to be very efficient and can handle large volumes of RDF with ease. They are also very durable and can withstand the harsh environment of an RDF plant. Ballistic separators are widely used in the waste management industry to convert waste into energy and reduce the amount of waste that goes into landfills.
Ballistic separators are a critical piece of equipment in the RDF plant and play a significant role in the waste-to-energy process.