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Recycled PPE can strengthen concrete, according to new study

Recycled PPE can strengthen concrete, according to new study

Engineers at RMIT University have developed a method that uses disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) to make concrete stronger. They investigated three types of PPE: isolation gowns, face masks and rubber gloves.

The studies found that shredded PPE could increase the strength of concrete by up to 22% and improve crack resistance. A field project is in the works.

Bricks of concrete, which can be made stronger with recycled PPE

“While our research is in the early stages, these promising initial findings are an important step toward the development of effective recycling systems to keep disposable PPE waste out of landfills,”

said Dr. Rajeev Roychand, joint lead author.

Click here to learn more about recycled PPE.

 

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