Material Identification & Sorting: HSI can detect and separate a wide range of materials—plastics, metals, glass, paper, cardboard, textiles—by their unique spectral signatures, outperforming traditional methods that rely on color or simple sensors.
Automation & Safety: HSI reduces the need for manual labor in waste sorting, enhancing safety and efficiency in industrial settings.
Increased Purity & Profitability: Accurate separation reduces contamination, increasing the quality and value of recycled materials.
Environmental Impact:
By diverting more waste from landfills, HSI contributes to a more sustainable and circular economy.
Specialized Use Cases
Plastic Classification: The Specim FX17 camera identifies all common plastic types (PET, HDPE, PVC, LDPE, PP, PS, PE, ABS) regardless of color, with the speed and resolution required for industrial use.
Black Plastics Sorting:
Traditionally difficult to identify, black plastics can now be sorted using the Specim FX50 camera, which operates in the MWIR (2.7–5.3 μm) range—essential for detecting low-reflective materials like black plastics and rubber.
Construction Waste:
HSI enables the safe separation of construction debris (e.g., concrete, wood, tiles, and hazardous materials like asbestos), minimizing human exposure.
Textile Recycling:
HSI distinguishes between plant-based, animal, and synthetic fibers, offering promise for tackling textile waste and supporting fiber-to-fiber recycling.
