What is PCR material? Is a lock made of PCR material safe?

In today's society, with a focus on sustainable development, more and more companies are paying attention to environmentally friendly product manufacturing and sustainable practices. SINOX, as a company committed to sustainable development, has been dedicated to promoting the innovation of green products. However, despite our continuous efforts to introduce eco-friendly products, we realize that many customers are still unfamiliar with some new materials, especially PCR materials.

Therefore, we will introduce what PCR materials are and their applications in lock manufacturing. Through this information, we hope to help customers better understand these environmentally friendly materials and further support the use of eco-friendly products.

What is PCR material?

PCR material refers to Post-Consumer Recycled material, which is plastic that has been recycled after being used by consumers. These plastics come from various everyday items such as food containers, beverage bottles, shampoo bottles, mineral water bottles, laundry detergent bottles, and so on. After being collected and processed, these discarded plastics are turned into recycled pellets, which are then used to manufacture new packaging materials, furniture, building materials, and more.

What are the benefits of using PCR materials in product manufacturing?

Products made from PCR materials offer three key advantages, commonly referred to as the "three reductions". Firstly, they reduce reliance on natural resources by decreasing the demand for virgin plastic materials, thereby alleviating pressure on finite natural resources. Secondly, they reduce landfill waste, mitigating negative environmental impacts. Lastly, they lower energy consumption; the energy required to produce PCR materials is less than that needed in the production of virgin plastics, aiding in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, it is an environmentally friendly and sustainable practice.

Is PCR material just a futuristic concept? Not at all.

In the past, many may have viewed PCR materials as a futuristic concept, believing that while they are environmentally friendly, there are still many limitations in their practical application. However, this is not the case. With advancements in technology and increased environmental awareness, more and more companies and consumers are beginning to recognize the importance of using PCR materials in manufacturing products. Today, the manufacturing process of PCR materials has become quite stable. Advanced technology and processes ensure the high-quality recycling of plastics, allowing PCR materials to meet the needs of various applications. From plastic bottles to food packaging, from furniture to building materials, PCR materials have been widely used in various fields. This indicates that PCR materials are not only a concept for the future but have already become a practical choice in today's industries.

What about the safety of locks made from PCR ?

When it comes to locks made from PCR materials, quality control is paramount. It is essential to ensure that they do not contain any harmful substance residues and comply with relevant safety standards and regulations.

At SINOX, we adhere to the concept of green products and gradually apply PCR materials to various products. For lock series that use plastic for the lock shell, we have requirements for PCR material ratio control, process supervision, and manufacturing quality supervision to ensure their durability and performance are not compromised. Even for locks made from green materials, we require them to pass repeated testing in the laboratory to ensure that the strength and other sturdy conditions of the locks are equal to those of new material products before delivery. It is worth mentioning that the green products currently launched by SINOX have not significantly increased in customization costs. SINOX has always been committed to finding more efficient and cost-saving processes, which means that customers can enjoy the various benefits of environmentally friendly products without incurring additional costs.