Upcycling Polypropylene Strapping Bands for Wearable Accessory Design

Abstract

The purpose of this research was to investigate the processing of waste polypropylene strapping bands to be used as alternative materials for sustainable wearable jewelry design. The research process consists of experimenting with materials and production techniques, such as material digestion and processing of materials. It is also used to create parts in the form of oval granules, which are then assembled into wristwatch products . The results showed that polypropylene strapping strips can be effectively melted and remolded. A temperature of 200 degrees Celsius is the ideal condition for melting the material to a uniform consistency. The resulting material can support the CNC cutting process well and is suitable for use as wear able jewelry. This research demonstrates the potential of using industrial waste plastics to add value in the context of sustainable design and can be used to guide the development of future wearables and materials