Engine Oil Recycling

Engine oil is a lubricant that helps cool the engine, prevent wear, and lessen friction between moving parts. It cleans the engine by capturing impurities and preventing corrosion. Base oils (produced from synthetic or petroleum-based sources) plus performance-enhancing additives make up engine oil.

How to Recycle Engine Oil

Recycling and reusing used engine oil is preferred than disposal. It brings many positive effects on the environment.

• Protect the Environment
• Keeps it From Polluting Soil and Water
• Saves Resources
• Economic Benefits
• Reduces Health Risks
• Provides Alternative Uses

Recycled used motor oil can be refined again to create new oil, and processed into fuel oils, and can be used as raw materials for the petroleum industry.

Here is how engine oil can be recycled. There are many steps involved, from collection, filtration to re-refining. Each stage plays a crucial role in ensuring that the oil is clean, safe, and ready for reuse.

Here is a quick recap of the key stages:

        Collection: the first step is the process of collecting used oil from automobiles, machines, or industrial equipment.

        Filtration: The oil is then filtered to get rid of larger contaminants, such as dirt, metal particles, and sludge.

        Distillation: The oil is heated to separate water, fuel, and other impurities, leaving behind the base oil.

        Additives: New additives are added to enhance the oils performance and ensure that it once again performs well as a lubricant.

        Purification: Additional purification techniques are implemented to eliminate any leftover contaminants. This process plays a significant role in improving the quality of the oil.

        Re-refining: It is the last step, which restores the oil to a condition suitable for use in engines and other industrial processes.

Points to Note:

• Never throw used oil in the garbage or down the drain. It has the potential to pollute water sources.
• Used oil can be properly disposed of or recycled at the majority of vehicle repair shops and recycling facilities.

The scrap value in terms of direct payment is relatively low. However, recycling engine oil still plays a crucial role in supporting environmental sustainability. For more thorough updates, please check the EuRecycleinfo website.