What the DESPRAY Project Is
COMPLETE AEROSOL RECYCLING FOR A CIRCULAR ECONOMY
DESPRAY’s patented aerosol recycling technology enables manufacturers, recycling facilities, and municipal waste management sites to recycle aerosol cans and recover 100% of the liquid, gas, and metal contents in a way that is not only safe and sustainable, but profitable. Every year, as +16 Billion aerosol spray cans enter our environment, this technology shows a forward-thinking solution that promotes both environmental and economic benefits. It is truly remarkable… a solution that supports a circular economy, reducing waste while recovering valuable resources, all with a secure, closed-loop approach.
Main Benefit of DESPRAY
The project delivers significant benefits and impressive figures that underline its impact:
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- NUMBER OF AEROSOLS RECYCLED… AND STILL COUNTING
- +16 Billion aerosol spray cans are introduced into our environment each and every year
- 5% – 25% of an “empty” aerosol’s contents remain in the can
- 100% of those cans can be recycled safely and at a profit
How the Process Works
HOW IT WORKS
DESPRAY is the world’s first aerosol can recycling system that recovers recyclable metal and reusable alternative and liquid fuels from spray cans for waste-to-energy and 100% landfill diversion. The de-packing “densifier” separates and removes both the propellant and liquid and saves them in separate containment tanks. An enclosed, anti-explosive chamber equipped with oxygen-monitoring sensors that protects your workers as well as the environment. This sophisticated mechanism ensures that every component is handled carefully, almost as if it’s working on autopilot—yet each step is meticulously designed to keep both safety and environmental responsibility at the forefront.
Safe Disposal Process
SAFELY DISPOSE OF AEROSOL SPRAY CANS WITH DESPRAY
Step 1
The cans go into a hopper with an airtight, inert chamber. The DESPRAY can be loaded by one person working alone; the only pre-sorting necessary is removal of large metal and unwanted foreign objects.
Step 2
Cans are compressed under vacuum into dry, metal bricks for recycling. The cans’ liquid and gas contents are extracted and transferred into collection tanks for further processing. Closed-loop electronics monitor to ensure that no oxygen is present in the process chamber, which eliminates the possibility of explosions.
Step 3
Vacuum and compression technologies capture and separate the liquid waste products and gas propellants, which can then be reused as alternative fuels. Mechanical safety gas “over-pressure” relief valves are installed in all gas lines and components.
Step 4
Patented technologies further compress gas propellants into purified liquid fuels, similar to liquid petroleum gas. DESPRAY’s proprietary system transforms these gases into liquid gas form using the most efficient method possible.
Each step flows into the next seamlessly… ensuring that safety is never compromised while turning waste into opportunity.
Ensuring Safety and Sustainability
PROTECTING YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT
A typical post-consumer or spent aerosol contains up to 15% of its original contents, with to 25% of the aerosol propellant locked within liquid molecules. Traditional recycling methods, including shredding, puncturing, crushing, and incineration, release these greenhouse causing gases into the atmosphere. DESPRAY’s patented closed-loop system puts an end to these dangerous emissions and prevents aerosol can explosions. This means not only preserving the environment but also elevating worker safety by reducing the hazardous risks associated with typical aerosol disposal. It’s a robust solution that makes a noticeable difference in today’s recycling landscape.
Project Impact and SDG Alignment
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – by recovering and transforming propellant gases into alternative fuels.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure – through its pioneering recycling technology and industrial efficiency.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – by contributing to cleaner urban waste management and recycling systems.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – ensuring 100% recycling of aerosol waste into valuable resources.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – by reducing the release of greenhouse gases and promoting sustainable practices.
Building a Circular Economy
LET’S BUILD A CIRCULAR ECONOMY
Contact us to learn more about the DESPRAY aerosol recycling system or to obtain a quotation for installation. Our team will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible. 100% Waste to energy solution for Aerosols. It converts a hazardous waste an efficient total recycling solution.. .
Here, the focus is on turning what once was seen as waste into a resource that not only minimizes environmental harm but also supports energy production and sustainable industry practices. The DESPRAY project stands as a prime example of how advanced technology—when paired with responsible implementation—can shift traditional waste management paradigms into a secure, forward-looking, and sustainable future. With every recycled can, there’s an opportunity to reinforce the principles of circular economy and reimagine a world where nothing is simply thrown away. It’s an approach that feels refreshingly practical and downright innovative… and it invites everyone in the community of manufacturers, recyclers, and municipal planners to be a part of this change.
