Aduro Clean Technologies (Nasdaq: ADUR) has filed a groundbreaking patent application in the United States for a novel process design that could revolutionize plastic recycling implementation. The innovation integrates widely available industrial equipment, including extruders, with the company's proprietary Hydrochemolytic™ Technology (HCT) in an unprecedented configuration.
The process design represents a significant advancement in chemical recycling technology, particularly in addressing the challenge of processing various polymer types. The system can effectively deconstruct polyaddition polymers such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and polystyrene (PS), regardless of contamination levels.
Technical Innovation and Market Impact
The patent-pending design's key innovation lies in its utilization of standard industrial equipment in novel configurations, eliminating the need for custom-built processing machinery. This approach significantly reduces implementation barriers and enhances scalability potential.
"By working from core chemical principles, we identified a way to realize the full benefit of HCT while using widely available industrial equipment in a novel configuration," explained Marcus Trygstad, Principal Scientist and co-inventor of the technology.
Commercial Development Progress
The new process design will be integrated into Aduro's Next Generation Process (NGP) Pilot Plant, scheduled for completion in the third quarter of 2025. This development aligns with the company's broader commercialization strategy and represents a key milestone in their 2025 objectives.
Ofer Vicus, CEO of Aduro, emphasized the significance of this development: "This process introduces a novel approach to integrating HCT with widely available industrial equipment, expanding our technological capabilities. This achievement reinforces our focus on developing scalable, modular solutions that align with our commercialization strategy and industry needs."
Industry Engagement and Future Outlook
The patent filing enables Aduro to advance discussions with existing and potential participants in their Customer Engagement Program (CEP). The company can now share more detailed information about the technology's process design and performance metrics, strengthening their position in the chemical recycling market.
The technology's development follows two years of collaboration with key international vendors in Europe and the United States, who helped test and refine critical design elements. This extensive validation process has contributed to creating a practical and scalable solution that addresses longstanding challenges in chemical recycling implementation.
