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Novel PV recycling method removes EVA at 9 grams per second
A research team in China has developed a novel preheating-assisted mechanical polishing process to separate ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) encapsulants from end-of-life photovoltaic modules.
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Researchers in China have created a preheating‑assisted mechanical polishing process that strips ethylene‑vinyl acetate (EVA) encapsulants from end‑of‑life solar modules. The method reportedly recovers 99 % of the EVA and removes the material at a rate of 9 grams per second. Tests indicate that the technique preserves the integrity of the silicon wafers beneath the encapsulant. This advancement could improve the efficiency of photovoltaic recycling by separating EVA quickly while maintaining module components for reuse.
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