MANUFACTURING OF PLASTIC-SAND BRICKS

Abstract

an innovative way to encounter the grave problem of plastic present in our environment has been studied during this project. Plastic on mixing with soil leads to serious environmental problems which includes depletion of fertility of soils, severe drainage consequences. Various measures have been taken by governing bodies to minimize the production and consumption of plastic. Plastic has been barred from use in numerous states of India including Maharashtra. But there is a monumental amount of plastic present, which needs to be eliminated. Also the quantity of clay required for manufacturing normal bricks have reached soaring heights. This ingenious idea of utilizing plastic as material for manufacturing bricks will aid in management of plastic waste and will lead to a greener environment. It will also reduce the stress on local bodies in managing and disposal of plastics waste. In this project, the properties of conventional and plastic bricks have been carefully studied to conclude that plastic bricks are better in terms of strength, water absorption and hardness.