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Specim, Spectral Imaging Ltd.
A Konica Minolta Co.
Elektroniikkatie 13
PO Box 110
90571 Oulu
Finland
Phone: +358 10 4244 400
Fax: +358 10 4244 401
Cracking the Black Plastic Challenge: How Mid-Wave Infrared Hyperspectral Imaging Transforms Industrial Recycling
Author: Dr. Minna Törmälä and Dr. Mathieu Marmion
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
This white paper explores how the Specim FX50 MWIR hyperspectral camera enables accurate identification and separation of black plastics, a long-standing challenge in recycling. It explains the advantages of hyperspectral imaging technology, integration into industrial sorting systems, and benefits for recyclers, helping readers understand how to improve material recovery, reduce waste, and meet sustainability targets.
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