PLASTIC GRANULATED MACHINE

A Developmental Study
Presented to the Faculty of the
College of Industrial Technology
LAGUNA STATE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Santa Cruz Campus
Sta. Cruz, Laguna

In partial fulfillment
of the Requirements for the degree of
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Major in
Automotive Technology

RICO PAUL C. LAGUERTA

REGGIE V. SALCEDO
MELVIN C. GERONIMO
2023
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Republic of the Philippines

Laguna State Polytechnic University
Province of Laguna

APPROVAL SHEET

The thesis entitled "PLASTIC GRANULATED MACHINE” prepared and submitted

by RICO PAUL C. LAGUERTA, REGGIE V. SALCEDO, MELVIN C. GERONIMO in
partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY, major in AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY, is hereby
recommended for approval and acceptance.

JEFFREY N. GARCIA, MAEd

Thesis Adviser
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Approved by the Committee on Oral Examination with a grade of ________.

MARY GRACE M. REYES, PhD NESTOR M. URIAS, EdD

Member Member

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JETHRO N. AUSTRIA, EdD RAZZEL G. SICAT, MAEd
Member Member

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JEFFREY N. GARCIA, MAEd

Research Coordinator

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Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY, Major in AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY.
FREDDIE S. PINUELA, EdD
Dean, CIT
RINA J. ARCIGAL, EdD
Director/Chairperson, Research and Development Date Signed
RESEARCH CONTRIBUTION NO.
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DEDICATION

This study is wholeheartedly dedicated

to the author’s beloved parents, Ms. Geraldine V. Salcedo;

to his special someone, friends and relatives;

and lasty, to Almighty God, for the guidance, strength, power of mind, skills and for giving a

healthy life.

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DEDICATION

This study is wholeheartedly dedicated

to the author’s beloved cousin uncle and auntie, Maria Jessa Mendoza, Mr. Demetrio

Castañeda Jr. and Mrs. Zenaida F. Castañeda;

to his special someone, friends and relatives;

and lasty, to Almighty God, for the guidance, strength, power of mind, skills and for giving a

healthy life.

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DEDICATION

This study is wholeheartedly dedicated

to the author’s beloved parents and uncle, Mr. Alvin A. Geronimo and Mrs. Imelda C.

Geronimo, Benjamin Y. Casuco;

to his special someone, friends and relatives;

and lasty, to Almighty God, for the guidance, strength, power of mind, skills and for giving a

healthy life.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The researchers would like to give recognition and profound gratitude to the Lord

Almighty god who inspired and grave wisdom for the fulfillment of their dreams.

The researchers also wish to extend their sincerest thank and profound gratitude to the

following person who extended their valuable support and contribution to the successful

completion of this research study.

Freddie S. Pinuela, EdD, Dean College of Industrial Technology, for his time, effort,

guidance and assistant to finish this research study.

Jeffrey N. Garcia, MAEd, Thesis Adviser, for his unwavering support to the completion

of the research study.

Jethro N. Austria, EdD, Statistician, for helping the researchers with the statistical

treatment of data gathered.

Razzel G. Sicat, MAEd English Critic, for improving and correcting the grammar of

this piece of work.

Nestor M. Urias, EdD, Subject Specialist, for contributing technical aspects for the

improvements in making this research.

Mary Grace M. Reyes, PhD, Technical Editor, for the patience in correcting this

research paper.

Hoseal B. Gayman, University Librarian and staff for allowing the researchers to use

research materials.

The researchers’ respondents, who helped the researchers in evaluating the Plastic

Granulated Machine.
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`ABSTRACT

The plastic granulated machine is a mechanical device for the grinding of many different

types of plastic materials to reduce plastic wastes

This study aims to develop Plastic Granulated Machine. Specifically, this aims to

determine the mean acceptability of the Plastic granulated Machine as to its durability,

effectiveness and maintenance; and to determine the mean acceptability of the Plastic Granulated

Machine as rated by the selected respondents based on the set parameters

The method used in the study was developmental method. It was used to determine the

acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine according to the variables.

The research project underwent a series evaluation using a self-made questionnaire which

was distributed to 10 barangay officials and 25 barangay citizens in barangay halls in Patimbao

Sta. Cruz, Laguna.

Weighted mean and standard deviation were used to treat the data after evaluating the

acceptability of the Plastic Granulated Machine in terms of durability, effectiveness and

maintenance. After this, result was analyzed and interpreted.

Based on the results, Durability was rated by the respondents and brgy. officials and

brgy. citizens as Strongly Agree having average mean of 4.72. Effectiveness was rated by the

brgy officials and brgy citizens as Strongly Agree having average mean of 4.75. Maintenance

was rated by the brgy officials and brgy citizens as Strongly Agree having average mean of

4.72.

The mean acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine as rated by brgy officials and brgy

citizens is Strongly Agree with the average mean of 4.7.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preliminaries Page

TABLE PAGE …………………………………………………………………… i

APPROVAL SHEET ……………………………………………………………… ii

DEDICATION ...….……………………………………………………. iii

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT……… ……………………………………………… .vi

ABSTRACT ………………………………………………………………………. vii

TABLE OF CONTENTS ………………………………………………………….. viii

LIST OF TABLES ………………………………………………………………... x

LIST OF FIGURES …………………………………………………………….….

CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study………………………………………….….9

Conceptual Framework ………………………………………...…... 10

Objectives of the Study ……………………………………………...11

Significance of the Study …………………………………………....11

Scope and Limitation ...……………………………………………...12

Operational Definition of Terms.………………………………….…13

CHAPTER II REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Durability ………………………………………………………....… 14

Effectiveness ...………………………………………………......….17

Maintenance……………………………………………………….... 22

CHAPTER III RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

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Research Design ……………………………………………………

Subject of the study….….……………………………………………26

Population and Sampling Techniques …………… ….…. ….27

Data Gathering Procedure……………………………………27

Supplies and Materials.……………………………………....28

Cost of Production………………………………………........29

Tools and Equipment………………………………………...29

Construction Procedure……………………………………....30

Try outs and Revision………………………………………..31

Construction Timeframe……………………………………..32

Research Instrument…………………………………………32

Statistical Treatment…..……………………………………. 33

CHAPTER IV RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS............................. ...................34

CHAPTER V SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATION

Summary of Findings.……………………………………………… 39

Conclusion ………………………………………………………. …40

Recommendations …………………………………….….……... …40

LITERATURE CITED …………………………………… ….. .42

APPENDICES…………………………………………………………........... .......44
CURRICULUM VITAE……………………………………………………… …..46
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LIST OF TABLES

Table Page

1. Supplies and Materials 28

2. Cost of Production 29

3. Tools and Equipment 29

4. Try-outs and Revision 31

5. Constructing Timeframe 32

6. Weighted Mean, Range and Interpretation 33

7. Acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in terms 34

of Durability

8. Acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in terms 35

of Effectiveness

9. Acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in terms 37

of Maintenance

10. Composite Table on the Acceptability of 38

Plastic Granulated Machine

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figures Page

1. Research of paradigm of the study 3

2. Front view and rear view of Plastic Granulated Machine 18

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CHAPTER I

INTRODUCTION

This chapter consists of introduction, background of the study, conceptual framework,

objectives of the study, significance of the study, scope and limitations of the study

and the definition of terms.

Background of the Study

A staggering 2.7 million tons of plastic waste are generated in the Philippines each

year, and an estimated 20 percent ends up in the ocean. Plastics pollution has an

economic impact such like damage to fisheries, shipping, and tourism. So, we have an

idea to reduce plastic pollution to a country.

A plastic granulated machine is a mechanical device for the grinding of many

different types of plastic materials to reduce plastic wastes. Plastic granulated

machine can easily grind Large and small plastic bottles, Plastic bottle caps, plastic

bags and other plastic materials grinding processing. Plastic granulated machine can

help to community in terms of plastic pollutions. If there is chance that a plastic can

be used again or it can be recycled again maybe we can pulverize it so we can use and

recycle like plastic chairs, plastic tables and other materials made from plastics.

Plastic granulated machine is state of the art devices used to reduce the size of

materials in a wide range of recycling applications. This research project can be big
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help to our environment in terms of plastic it can be lessened the plastic around us if

we can pulverize it and maybe we can be a great to help to people but also in our

society, environment and surroundings. There are tons of plastic that easily be broken

and it cannot be used again so instead other people throw it or maybe sell it to

junkshop there are plastic that can be recycled and there are not what happens if it’s

not so the goal of this research is to lessened the plastic or heavy plastic in our

environment and society.

Conceptual Framework

The conceptual framework of the current study shows in the form of

conceptual framework

Input Process Output

Brainstorm -Planning
• Idea -Design Plastic
• Concept granulated
-Construction Machine
Materials
-Revision
• Tools and
Equipment -Test/Evaluation

Frame 1 Frame 2 Frame 3

Figure 1. Research Paradigm of the Study

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Frame 1 contains the input of the study and it consists brainstorming that
includes idea, concept also materials and tools and equipment.
Frame 2 shows the process of the study of the Plastic Granulated Machine

and includes the planning, designing and constructing of the project. It also includes

the revising and testing of the project.

Frame 3 contains the output of the study, the finished and evaluated Plastic

Granulated Machine.

Objectives of the study

The researchers aimed to develop a Plastic Granulated Machine.

Specifically, the study aims to:

1. design and construct the Plastic Granulated Machine

2. determine the level of acceptability of the Plastic Granulated Machine

based from the following variables:

2.1 durability;

2.2 effectiveness; and

2.3 maintenance.

3. determine the mean acceptability of the Plastic Granulated Machine

based on the set criteria.

Significance of the Study

Through the construction of the Plastic Granulated Machine, the result would

benefit the following:

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Students. This inquiry could be immensely beneficial to the students which

provided information about the Plastic Granulated Machine and to developed their

skill from this research.

Community The result of this research will be beneficial to the community to

gain more knowledge about the process of Plastic Granulated Machine to help them

reduce plastic pollution with Plastic Granulated Machine. The outcome of the study

will help community to be more knowledgeable and have an understanding in plastic

granulated machine process as part of their modern community. It will help in

different businesses to allow their customers to maintain the cleanliness, trash

prevention proper use of plastics.

Future Researchers The result of this research will serve as their future

reference in developing new inventions and discover more about techniques and

different system.

Scope and Limitations

This study known as the Plastic Granulated Machine will be conducted for the

academic year 2021-2022 at Barangay Patimbao, Sta. Cruz, Laguna. The study was

evaluated by ten (10) barangay officials and twenty-five (25) barangay citizens. This

study the acceptability of the Plastic Granulated Machine was evaluated by the

respondents using the self-made questionnaire which bear the criteria such as

durability, effectiveness and maintenance.

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Definition of Terms

To provide the reader for clearer understanding of the study the following

terms are described and define by the researchers:

Durability. The variable used to determine the acceptability of the research

study in terms of the quality of the materials used in plastic granulated machine.

Effectiveness. The variable used to determine the acceptability of the research

study in terms of the capability of producing a desired result or the ability to produce

desired output.

Maintenance. The variable used in referring to the different physical

attributes which will prolong the life span of the plastic granulated machine.

Planning. This is a process of thinking the design which will be used as

sketch in constructing the plastic granulated machine.

Plastic Granulated Machine. This refers to the subject of the study that

pertains to the machine that can granulate any type of plastic materials.

Constructing. It is the process of making the plastic granulated machine.

Evaluating. This refers to the process by which the respondents will assess

the plastic granulated machine in terms of its durability, effectiveness and

maintenance.
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CHAPTER II

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Durability

Diop (2013) Blending ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)

with high-density polyethylene (HDPE) via conventional processing methods is

challenging; as a result of the vast viscosity mismatch between UHMWPE and

HDPE, blends prepared via melt processing contain UHMWPE agglomerates

dispersed in HDPE. We demonstrate the utility of solid-state shear pulverization to

effectively blend 20 wt% UHMWPE with HDPE. Using rheology, differential

scanning calorimetry, and tensile testing we studied the effect of UHMWPE

composition on blend properties.

Guo (2010) A new kind of plastic composite (WPC) was produced by

compounding nonmetal from waste printed circuit boards (PCBs), recycled high-

density polyethylene (HDPE), wood flour and other additives. The blended granules

were then extruded to profile WPC products by a conical counter-rotating twin-screw

extruder. The results showed that the addition of nonmetals in WPC improved

the flexural and tensile strength and reduced screw withdrawal strength. When the

added content of nonmetals was 40%, the flexural strength of WPC was 23.4 MPa,

tensile strength was 9.6 MPa, impact strength was3.03 J/m2 and screw withdrawal

strength was 1755 N. Dimensional stability and Fourier transform infrared

spectroscopy (FTIR) of WPC panels were also investigated. Furthermore, thermo

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gravimetric analysis showed that thermal degradation of WPC mainly included two

steps. The first step was the decomposition of wood flour and nonmetals from 260 to

380 °C, and the second step was the decomposition of HDPE from 440 to 500 °C. The

performance and thermal behavior of WPC produced by nonmetals from PCBs

achieves the standard of WPC. It offers a novel method to treat nonmetals from PCBs.

Fang (2021) Because of its low electrochemical potential and large theoretical

capacity, silicon is regarded as a promising candidate material for next-generation

lithium-ion batteries. However, commercialization has been hampered by the poor

cycling problem, which is linked with large volume fluctuations (380 percent) during

delithiation. As an artificial solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) layer for Si anodes, an

organic–inorganic hybrid film of titanic one through molecular layer deposition

(MLD) is presented here. This rigid-soft titanic one coating with a Young's modulus

of 21 GPa may effectively reduce stress concentration during the lithiation process,

ensuring the mechanical structure of a Si nanoparticles (NPs)@titanicone electrode's

stability. The optimized Si NPs@70 cycle titanicone anode has a high Li+ diffusion

coefficient and a low Li+ diffusion barrier due to the long-strand (Ti–O–benzene–O–

Ti) unit design.

Kaya (2019) The chapter explains the aim and importance of size reduction in

e-waste recycling. Shredding, crushing, and grinding are general comminution

methods used in WPCB recycling. Industrial-size shredders, which are hammer mill

are covered in detail. Emerging fractionation and electrodynamic fragmentation with

high-voltage pulse technologies are introduced for WPCB recycling. Industrial plant

application flow sheets are demonstrated. Industrial-scale material classification

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methods and equipment are presented. Plant-scale conveyor belts for material

transport between equipment and working principles of filtration and dust collection

systems for high filtration efficiency are also covered in this chapter.

Krishnan A, (2014) Eggshell (ES), a byproduct of food processing and

hatcheries, contains 95% calcium carbonate (CC), making it a potentially appealing

and less expensive option for commercial CC. Previously, complicated grinding–

sieving and/orchemical modification procedures were utilized to help in the dispersion

of ES in polymers such as polypropylene (PP). Both methods increase the cost of the

composite while decreasing its greenness. Green composite materials of PP with 5–40

wt percent unaltered ES shards of several centimeters in size are produced directly

here employing continuous, single-step solid-state shear pulverization (SSSP).

Electron microscopy and particle size analyses demonstrate that the composite has

extremely excellent dispersion, with some ES particles reaching the nanoscale. With a

5–7% increase in PP crystallinity, well-dispersed ES particles considerably boost PP

crystallization rates. The excellent the very good dispersion leads to a major increase

in young’s modulus (87% increase relative to neat PP for 40 wt% ES) and a modest

increase in hardness; composites exhibit reductions in yield strength, elongation at

break, and impact properties. Mechanical and crystallization properties are equal to or

better than the best literature data for PP/ES composites without chemical

modification made by multi-step approaches involving melt processing. In addition,

the composites exhibit high thermal degradation temperatures compared to neat PP,

indicating the potential for ES to improve processing stability. Composites with 20–

40 wt% ES exhibit solid-like rheological response with no crossover of shear storage

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and loss moduli. Nevertheless, PP/ES composites retain viscosities close to that of

neat PP at shear rates experienced in melt processing. Overall, property enhancements

resulting from superior dispersion of ES in PP achieved by SSSP reveal ES to be a

promising green filler for thermoplastic.

Sullivan (2019) There is a gap in present soil–cement practice between

laboratory mixture design, pavement layer thickness design, and construction quality

monitoring. By permitting compaction of soil–cement into single-use plastic cylinder

molds, a method was designed to incorporate all three of those characteristics. The

device was a metal split-mold design that encircled a slightly modified plastic mold to

prevent specimen deformation during compaction. Compaction was accomplished

using two methods: a custom-built compaction frame (similar to the ASTM D-1632

device in principle) and a manual modified-Proctor hammer. The goals of this work

are to (a) illustrate the possibility of employing the novel technology to create

appropriate specimens and (b) describe potential applications. The novel device

compacted over 750 soil–cement specimens under laboratory settings.

Effectiveness

C, Tahan, Y. Arslan (2021) The damage caused by humanity to nature has

reached the highest level in recent years. There are many reasons that trigger this, but

one of the most important is the plastic bottles, cans, etc. that we use in our daily

lives. Unfortunately, when these products are left like garbage in nature, they cannot

be deleted from our environment for thousands of years. It poisons the soil and

shortens the life of our world. Despite all these negative effects, there is a way to
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reduce these negative effects. It's recycling. Recycling allows products that are

harmful to nature to be recycled and used again and again, rather than throwing them

away as garbage. Some technologies have been implemented to increase the recycling

of pet bottles and cans. One of them is reverse vending machines. Reverse vending

machines aim to integrate the recycling of these bottles into daily life and raise

awareness among people. In this project, a unique reverse vending machine was

designed. The vending machine pays the person via card according to the number of

bottles thrown. Thanks to its compact design, it can work in schools, shopping malls,

markets, public institutions, in short, anywhere there is a closed area. With this project

that encourages recycling, the aim is to make recycling more common.

European Project W2 plastics (FP7) aims at fundamental change of the present status

of the plastic recycling by applying the magnetic density technology as well as the

ultrasonic imaging technology to develop a separation device for the recycling of

polyolefins from complex wastes. Numerical algorithms have been applied to

simulate the magnetic fluid (magnetized water) for separation of plastics. The device

used is divided into three sections: laminar section, separator section, collector

section. Laminator section tries to make the flow laminar, in separator section the

particles are separated according to their densities under magnetic field, in collector

section each kind of particles flows at different height (Moureaux et al 2010). At PTC,

at North Western University a patented breakthrough technology for plastic recycling

has been developed that eliminates sorting process by type and color of the plastic.

This technology called solid state shear pulverization (S3 P), is a continuous one-step

process for recycling unsorted pre- or post-consumer plastic waste. Plastic waste can
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be separated by size separation technique using Trommel separator and vibrating

screen by the size of wastes.

D, Kumar (2014) a company must focus on the improvement of its

performance by reducing waste, reducing cost, improving the productivity, quality

and satisfying the customer demands. OEE being derived from total productive

maintenance (TPM) is used to achieve the above goals in this paper. The equipment

effectiveness in a plastic pipe production industry was calculated. The data related to

the production of various diameter pipes manufactured for different months were

collected. The data related to the planned scheduled time of machines, stoppages,

production time, total production for certain shift or period, number of pipes rejected

were noted and the three basic metrics: percentage of availability, performance rate,

quality rate were calculated. The OEE value 79.38% was obtained before

implementing TPM. The 6 major losses were encountered and by implementing the

program of continuous and organized improvements of the production processes were

carried out. The OEE value after the implementation was 85.44%. Thus, due to

implementation of TPM the overall effectiveness of the equipment was improved by

reaching the world class score. OEE in this paper helped to analyze, monitor and

measure the percentage of utilization and identify causes related to the effectiveness

of the equipment.

He (2018) Customers have praised the high-speed universal shredder for its

excellent efficiency, energy conservation, easy operation, wide application range, and

small size. However, its electrical motor can overheat while operating, preventing the

shredder from running continuously. A number of initiatives were undertaken in this

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study to solve this issue. First, a complete investigation of the shredder operating

principle was performed, and an optimization strategy consisting of drilling

ventilation holes in the original shredder surface was presented. The granulated

machine flow field was simulated before and after optimization. The findings of the

hydrodynamic simulation were utilized to undertake a steady-state thermal study of

the granulated machine, looking at the effect of the flow field on heat transmission.

Furthermore, experimental studies were conducted.

K, Kumar (2022) Electronic waste is becoming a societal concern. Because e-

waste contains toxic compounds, the massive buildup of e-waste and its recycling by

rudimentary ways for precious metal extraction is a major worry in poor nations.

Recycling e-waste using correct technology, on the other hand, is regarded a viable

industry in industrialized nations owing to the presence of valuable metals (such as

gold, silver, and so on) in printed circuit boards (PCBs). However, the current

recycling costs are not practical, and as a result, a large volume of e-waste is

transported to developing nations such as India, China, and Brazil, where labor is

cheap and environmental rules are not strictly enforced. This article proposes an

outsourcing paradigm in which the formal and non-formal sectors participate equally.

Ruij (2015) Separation of plastic from various types of waste streams

represents one of major problematic process in energy recovery through different

thermochemical processes. The sorting of plastics is a very essential step in different

waste management technique. Manual sorting is suitable when plastic component is

present in large amount but it is a labor-intensive process. In automated sorting

technique NIR (near infrared) offers great advantage among all wave sorting
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technique but not suited for dark colored plastic and can be used on transparent

bodies. In air sorting lighter particles are separated from heavier ones based on

specific gravity. In electrostatic sorting method materials are separated based on

electrostatic charge. In float-sink separation technique the plastics are in a fluid that

has density in between the materials making it possible for less dense material to float

and heavier to sink whereas sorting by selective dissolution is based on batch

dissolution of mixed plastics using solvents. Hydro cyclones enhance the difference of

specific weight by centrifugal force so materials with little difference can be separated

as well. The present paper reviews the available literatures in the area of sorting of

plastic waste for effective recycling.

The majority of e-waste, 95-97 percent by weight, consists of metal, glass, and

plastics, which can be easily disassembled and separated manually without harming

the environment; however, the remaining 3-5 percent by weight of e-waste consists of

PCBs/connectors, which require environmentally friendly recycling techniques to

manage. The principal separated items from e-waste, such as metals, glass, and plastic

parts, may be recycled by organized smelters and re-processors using traditional

recycling procedures employed in municipal trash management. The separated PCBs

and connections will be crushed by a professional agency to create a homogeneous

powder, and the assay content of the powder will be assessed to determine the value

of the PCBs. Once the appropriate price has been determined, the non-formal sector

can sell the PCBs to formal recyclers for further processing. This approach will allow

the formal recyclers to concentrate only on processing PCBs, which requires

technologies, specialized skills and expertise. The said approach will eradicate the
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unhygienic practice prevailing in non-formal units in developing countries and

thereby will stop polluting environment, soil, water, and will also protect the health of

the worker. Once the outsourced model is established, the recycling of e-waste

business will again be viable. It will also ensure the higher yield of metal recovery

from e-waste as well as minimum landfill.

Maintenance

Brunner (2012) solid-state shear granule (SSSP) is a novel processing

technology for mechanochemical polymer modification, polymer mix

compatibilization, and exfoliation and dispersion of fillers in polymer

nanocomposites. The SSSP approach is subjected to a thorough parametric research in

order to understand the detailed mechanism of the process and provide the

groundwork for a variety of current and future operating situations. We altered

machine type, screw design, and feed rate to generate a range of shear and

compression applied to the material, which can be measured by specific energy input,

using tidy, single component polypropylene (PP) as the model material (Ep). Ep, as a

universal processing variable, represents the degree of chain scission in the material,

which correlates well with the magnitude of physical property changes.

Fullna (2019) The shortcomings of contemporary plastic waste management

systems pollute the natural ecosystem. Although around 75% of plastic trash

originates in underdeveloped nations, a substantial 25% originates in Western

countries, owing to the inefficiency of collection systems and low recycling rates.

Global plastic output has nearly doubled in the previous decade, and it is expected to
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rise more. This chapter includes a thorough examination of current waste management

pathways as well as present recycling and recovery alternatives. There are two

categories of plastic items to consider: stiff and flexible materials. These materials

behave differently and are typically treated individually. Plastic waste sources can

also be various, although they are often divided into two categories: post-industrial

and post-consumer.

Jun, L lei, F (2010) It used to comminute the green crude fiber crops such as

straw and forage with common granulated machine at present. It’s inefficiency and

high energy consumption could not meet the requirements of comminution. There are

no professional machining products is available. So, there is objective necessity to

study the machining machinery for the green crude fiber crops, such as straw and

forage. This paper mainly introduces the design ideas, design schemes, and the

determination of performance parameters as well as the working principle of the

machining machinery for the green crude fiber crops of straw category.

Wang (2021) Waste tire rubber (WTR) resource recovery is recognized as the

most appropriate solution for these solid wastes. This investigation investigated the

interactions between WTR and high-pressure water jet in order to better understand

the mechanisms involved in the and devulcanization of WTR (HPWJ). According to

the findings, WJPul may be described as a mechanochemical process for WTR.

Rubber devulcanization is mostly induced by compressive shear failure, resulting in

fine ground tire rubber (GTR) particles, whereas HPWJ erosion primarily enhances

rubber depolymerization, resulting in coarse GTR particles. Chemical interactions

between the devulcanized GTR from WJPul and asphalts have been seen, yielding in.
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Xue (2012) Metal-plated plastics (MPP), which are crucial for aesthetics as

well as performance, are rapidly being used in a wide range of applications in the

automobile sector. If they are not treated properly, they will cause serious

environmental concerns. As a result, MPP recycling is a vital topic not only for

resource recycling but also for environmental conservation. This work is an

innovative approach to dealing with the MPP. To separate the coatings from the

plastic substrate, a self-designed hammer crusher was employed. The Rosin-Rammler

function model was used to examine and explain particle size distribution. The

optimal material retention duration in the crusher is 3 minutes. The liberation rate of

the materials might reach 87.3 percent at this time. When the suspension's density is

high.
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CHAPTER III

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

This chapter contains the research design, population of sampling technique,

data gathering procedures, tools and equipment, research instrument

and statistical treatment.

Research Design

N. Rodelas & M. Ballera, (2021), The researchers will use developmental

research method in this study. A developmental research method is defined as the

study of design, development, and evaluation of products, programs, and processes

that meet the criteria of effectiveness and consistency. The evaluation of the final

product is implementation. It facilitates the study of new tools, models, and

procedures so that the researchers can anticipate the efficiency and effectiveness of

the system. The researchers used an agile methodology that is used to develop

products through iterations of the process. This methodology is effective specifically

when the project can be divided into many small tasks, with lots of creativity, and

must be developed to fit with the stakeholder’s expectations.

The developmental method of research was used in this study because it

follows the procedure and processes of further enhancement and development. It

developed the research studies by the standards to determine the acceptability the
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research in terms of its durability, effectiveness, and maintenance as manipulating

variables.

Subject of the Study

Figure 2 shows the design of the Plastic Granulated Machine. The main parts of this

research project are shredder, electric motor, reducer motor, customized sprocket,

chain, push-button switch and plug. When the plug is on, push the on button and the

shredder will start to operate. The reducer motor will reduce the force that the electric

motor can provide and it will give a right amount of force that the granulated machine

needs to granulate the plastic bottles properly.

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Population and Sampling Technique

The researchers conducted a selecting procedure for the testing and evaluation

of the Plastic Granulated Machine. The researchers identified ten (10) barangay

officials from Barangay Patimbao, Santa Cruz, Laguna and twenty-five (25) barangay

citizen as a respondent of the research-project. The researchers used convenient

sampling technique for the selection of respondents to determine the durability,

effectiveness and maintenance of the Plastic Granulated Machine.

McCombes, S. (2019), it is rarely possible to conduct research to group of

people to collect data from every person in that group. Instead, the researchers must

select a sample. The sample is the group of individuals who will actually participate

in the research. To draw valid conclusions from your results, you have to carefully

decide how you will select a sample that is representative of the group as a whole.

Data Gathering Procedure

The researchers consulted old and previous thesis, internet, and from actual

observations. It is to achieve a desired output and design; reliable procedure and deep

analysis will be considered.

Data gathering on the selected area of application of the design project is

necessary to know the possible capability and further innovation that can be added to

the project. The components of the Plastic Granulated Machine were also taken into

consideration and all information obtained is processed carefully for project.

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Table1. Supplies and Materials

Quantity Supply and Materials Unit Cost Total Cost

14 pcs. Plastic Shredder blades only Php19,000.00 Php19,000.00

1pc 1.5 hp Motor Php5,000.00 Php5,000.00
4pcs Sprocket Php 2,500.00 Php 2,500.00
1pc. Frame Php 3,000.00 Php 3,000.00
1pc. Gearbox Php 5,000.00 Php 5,000.00
1pc. Hopper Php 1,500.00 Php 1,500.00
16 pcs. Bolts and Nuts Php 100.00 Php 100.00
1kl. Welding rod Php 300.00 Php 300.00
4pcs. Spray paint Php 600.00 Php 600.00
TOTAL 37,000.00

Table 1 shows the supply and materials that been used in constructing plastic

granulated machine. first on the list is the plastic shredder blades which is to granulate

the plastic bottles and it cost around 19,000 pesos. Electric motor to send electric

energy to the shredder and it cost 5,000 pesos. Sprocket and chains, to turn electrical

energy to mechanical energy and it will cost 2,500 pesos. The body of the product and

protect the product in shaky motion which is the frame and it will cost 3,000. Gearbox

is use to limit the rotation of the motor so that it can give constant motion to perfectly

granulates the plastic bottle, it cost 5,000 pesos. the use of hopper was to cover the

shredder when it is in operating motion. it is for safety purposes to avoid accident. it

cost around 1,500 pesos. lastly, the other materials that we use to build the product

which is the spray paint, welding rod, grinder blades, bolts and nuts, etc. and it cost

around 1,000 pesos.

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Cost of Production

Table 2. Cost of Production

Expenses Cost

Supplies and Materials 37,000.00

Transportation 1,500.00

Electricity 5,000.00

Total Php 43,500.00

Table 2 illustrated the items used in the production of the Plastic Granulated

Machine and each consists of the amount of supplies and materials used in

constructing the project having the amount of Php43,500.00; the transportation having

the amount of Php1,500; the electricity having the amount of Php5,000.00; while the

total cost of production is Php 43,500.00.

Tools and Equipment

Table 3. Tools and Equipment of Plastic Granulated Machine

Table 3 presents the tools and equipment that were be used in constructing Plastic

Granulated Machine and their functions. Hand Drill is used for drilling holes in

various materials. Pliers and Long Nose are used to hold screw for tightening or

cutting wires. Screwdriver is used to tighten or loosen screws. Soldering iron is used

to heat to join two wires together. Push Pull Rule is used for measuring purposes.
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Grinder is used for grinding up your weed into a power like substance, making it

easier to roll into joints. Hack Saw is used to cut steel and other materials.

Tools and Equipment Functions

Push Pull Rule. Used for measuring.
Screw Driver. Used to tighten or loosen metal
screws.
Pencil. Used for marking lines.
Hack Saw. Used to cut steel.
Hand Drill. Used for drilling holes.
Pliers and Long Nose. Used to hold screw for tightening
or cutting wire.
Bench Vise. Used to secure an object.
Angle grinder. Used to smoothen, sand, polish
and sharpen of surface of the
metal.
Adjustable Wrench. Used to remove or install nuts
and bolts
High Speed Cuter. Used electricity to cutting tool
material and the workpiece
surface.
L-Square. Used for framing square.
Welding Machine. Used to join two metal pieces
together to emits an electrical arc
from an electrode

Construction Procedure

1. Prepare a plan or a layout

2. Prepare all the materials and tools needed.

3. Measure the length and height of angle bar.

4. Joining metals together to form the frames.

5. Bore a hole to joint the parts from the frames.

Assembling

1. Install of motor and the chain

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2. Install the Plastic Shredder Blades

3. Install the Hopper on the top of the shredder

4. Gather any kinds of plastic to test and revise the project.

5. Finalize the prototype project

6. Evaluate the project and draw recommendations.

Try-outs and Revision

The best way to determine the Plastic Granulated Machine’s function was to

put it into actual operation to check defects for further revision. These defects and

revision are shown in table 4.

Table 4. Try-outs and Revision

Defects Revision
Trial

There is a problem in the Check the stability of the

1. First frame. frame and enhance the

frame support.

2. Second There is a problem in the Check the blade teeth and

blade. sharpen again.

Table 4 shows the trials and revisions of the product. During the testing, it was found

out that the product had defects, the problem was analyzed, and found out that there is

a problem in the frame when it comes in its stability. The researchers decided to check

and repair the stability of the frame by adding metal support to enhance the stability

and capability to absorb the force of the product. It was found out also that there is a
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problem in the shredder blades. the researchers decided to sharpen the blades and test

the blades into different tests.

Construction Timeframe

Table 5 shows the construction time frame of the Plastic Granulated Machine

which consists of the activity and responding number of days such the following: five

days were consume for the designing, overall planning and knowing all the things will

be needed in constructing the project.

Table 5. Constructing Timeframe of the Plastic Granulated Machine

No. of Days
Activities 5 6 10 11 20 21 22 23
Planning
and
designing
Canvassing
and Buying
of Materials
Constructing
and
assembling
Testing

Finishing

Research Treatment

The instrument used in this study was a self-made questionnaire for gathering

data that were validated by the instructors. The questionnaire was composed of three

parts, corresponding to the three criteria which are durability effectiveness and

maintenance. Each criterion has five questions and each question under each criterion
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is answerable using five-point scale where 5 means strongly agree, 4 means agree, 3

means moderately agree, 2 means disagree, 1 means strongly disagree.

Statistical Treatment

Table 6 Weighted Mean, Range and Interpretation

Wx Range Effectiveness Durability Maintenance

4.51-5.00 Strongly Agree Strongly Agree Strongly Agree
3.51-4.50 Agree Agree Agree
2.51-3.50 Moderately Agree Moderately Agree Moderately Agree
1.51-2.50 Disagree Disagree Disagree
1.00-1.50 Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree

Weighted mean and standard deviation were used to determine the level of

mean of acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in terms of effectiveness,

durability and maintenance.

Formula of Weighted Mean

Wx =fs/N

Where:

Wx =Weighted Mean F =Frequency

S =Score N =Number of Response

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CHAPTER IV

RESULT AND DISCUSSION

This chapter discusses the presentation, analysis, and interpretation of data on the

level of acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in terms of durability,

effectiveness and maintenance.

Table 7. Level of acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in terms of

Durability.
Statements Weighted Standard Verbal
Mean Deviation Interpretation
1. The Frame is welded 4.83 0.38 Highly
properly Acceptable
2. Is stable to resist its vibration 4.69 0.63 Highly
Acceptable
3. The product used heavy 4.74 0.51 Highly
materials to not easily fall Acceptable
down while operating.
4. The blades were not 4.74 0.56 Highly
immediately dulled. Acceptable
5. Uses a heavy-duty electric 4.69 0.58 Highly
motor Acceptable
Overall Mean 4.72 Highly
Acceptable

Table 7 shows the level of the acceptability of Plastic Granulated

Machine in terms of Durability.

Based on the respondents’ perceptions, the level of the acceptability of in terms

of effectiveness was generally highly acceptable. The machine is welded properly

(M=4.83, SD=0.38) and the blades were not immediately dulled with (M=4.74
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SD=0.55). The machine used a heavy-duty electric motor (M=4.69, SD=0.58); and

this item got the lowest rating.

All item indicators got a verbal interpretation of highly acceptable, as disclosed

by the overall mean of and supported with standard deviation value of 0.095. The

respondent is strongly agreed that the level of the acceptability of Plastic Granulated

Machine in terms of durability.

A new kind of plastic composite (WPC) was produced by

compounding nonmetal from waste printed circuit boards (PCBs), recycled high-

density polyethylene (HDPE), wood flour and other additives. The blended granules

were then extruded to profile WPC products by a conical counter-rotating twin-screw

extruder. The results showed that the addition of nonmetals in WPC improved

the flexural and tensile strength and reduced screw withdrawal strength (Guo, 2010).

Table 8. Level of acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in terms of

Effectiveness.
Statements Weighted Standard Verbal
Mean Deviation Interpretation
1. Output can be reused. 4.74 0.44 Highly
Acceptable

2. The shredder works properly 4.8 0.47 Highly

Acceptable
3. Granulates any kinds of plastic 4.83 0.38 Highly
Acceptable
4. Can granulate five small plastic 4.77 0.49 Highly
bottles in two minutes Acceptable
5. Can granulate three large plastic 4.63 0.6 Highly
bottles in two minutes Acceptable
Overall Mean 4.75 Highly
Acceptable
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Table 8 shows the level of the acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in

terms of effectiveness.

Based on the respondents’ perceptions, the level of the acceptability of Plastic

Granulated Machine in terms of efficiency was generally highly acceptable. The

machine granulates any kind of plastic (M=4.83, SD=0.38) and the machine can

granulate five small plastic bottles in two minutes (M=4.77, SD=0.49). The machine

can granulate three large plastic bottles in two minutes (M=4.63, SD=0.6); and this

item got the lowest rating.

The item indicators got a verbal interpretation of highly acceptable, as disclosed

by the overall mean of 4.75 and supported with standard deviation value of 0.080. The

respondents are strongly agreed that the level of the acceptability of Plastic

Granulated Machine in terms of effectiveness.

The damage caused by humanity to nature has reached the highest level in

recent years. There are many reasons that trigger this, but one of the most important is

the plastic bottles, cans, etc. that we use in our daily lives. Unfortunately, when these

products are left like garbage in nature, they cannot be deleted from our environment

for thousands of years. It poisons the soil and shortens the life of our world. Despite

all these negative effects, there is a way to reduce these negative effects. It's recycling.

Recycling allows products that are harmful to nature to be recycled and used again

and again, rather than throwing them away as garbage. (C, Tahan, Y. Arslan 2021)
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Table 9. Level of acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in terms of

Maintenance.

Statements Weighted Standard Verbal

Mean Deviation Interpretation
1. Product are available locally 4.74 0.51 Highly
in the market Acceptable
2. Is requiring little work for 4.71 0.52 Highly
removing and installing the Acceptable
parts
3. Can be disassemble when it 4.71 0.57 Highly
needs to be cleaned Acceptable
4. Inside parts can be removed 4.69 0.59 Highly
from the control panel for Acceptable
problem inspection
5. Has a shrinkable tube to 4.74 0.44 Highly
protect electrical components Acceptable
Overall Mean 4.72 Highly
Acceptable

Table 9 shows the level of the acceptability Plastic Granulated Machine in terms

of maintenance.

Based on the respondents’ perceptions, the level of the acceptability of Plastic

Granulated Machine in terms of maintenance was generally highly acceptable. The

machines product is available locally in the market (M=4.74, SD=0.51) and the

machine is requiring little work for removing and installing the parts (M=4.71,

SD=0.52). The machine inside parts can be removed from the control panel for

problem inspection (M=4.69, SD=0.59); and this item got the lowest rating.

All item indicators got a verbal interpretation of highly acceptable, as disclosed

by the overall mean of 4.6 and supported with standard deviation value of 0.058. The

respondent is strongly agreed that the level of the acceptability of Plastic Granulated

Machine in terms of maintenance.

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Metal-plated plastics (MPP), which are crucial for aesthetics as well as

performance, are rapidly being used in a wide range of applications in the automobile

sector. If they are not treated properly, they will cause serious environmental

concerns. As a result, MPP recycling is a vital topic not only for resource recycling

but also for environmental conservation (Xue, 2012)

Table 10. Composite Table on the Acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine

Plastic Granulated Machine Weighted Mean Remarks

Durability 4.74 Highly Acceptable
Effectiveness 4.75 Highly Acceptable
Maintenance 4.6 Highly Acceptable
Grand Mean 4.7 Highly Acceptable

Table 10. Total Weighted Mean Acceptability of the Plastic Granulated

Machine.

Table 10 shows the total weighted mean acceptability of the Plastic Granulated

Machine. Based on the set of criteria calculated in tables 1, 2 and 3. Using the same

remarks for the result, the durability was marked as strongly agree, effectiveness was

marked as strongly agree and maintenance was also marked as Strongly Agree. The

mean acceptability of the 3 criteria is 4.7 which is marked as Strongly Agree, having

standard deviation of 0.078. This indicates that the Plastic Granulated Machine was

Strongly Agree.

Plastic Granulated Machine must focus on the improvement of its performance

by reducing waste, reducing cost, improving the productivity, quality and satisfying

the customer demands. (D, Kumar 2014)

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CHAPTER V

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, and RECCOMENDATION

This chapter presents the summary, findings of the study, the conclusions and

recommendations.

Summary

This study aimed to determine the level of acceptability of Plastic Granulated

Machine. It is also focused in finding the difference among the ratings of the

respondents on the level of acceptability of the Plastic Granulated Machine.

Specifically, it sought answers to the following questions: What are the

materials and methods of preparation used in constructing the Plastic Granulated

Machine? What is the mean level of acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine in

terms of durability, effectiveness and maintenance.

The respondents of this study were the 35 barangay officials and selected

citizens from Barangay Patimbao, Santa Cruz, Laguna. The research design employed

in this study was developmental method and instrument adopted in study was research

made questionnaires checklist.

Based on the data gathered of the study, it brought out the following;

1. The Plastic Granulated Machine was successfully designed and constructed

through the process of planning, designing, constructing, testing, evaluating and

revising.
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2. The following are the level of acceptability of the Plastic Granulated Machine

in terms of:

2.1 Durability, the product was rated as Highly Acceptable with the average

mean of 4.74 and standard deviation of 0.095

2.2 Effectiveness, the device was rated as Highly Acceptable which got the

average mean of 4.75 and a standard deviation of 0.080

2.3 Maintenance, the device was evaluated as maintainable with the average

mean of 4.6 and a standard deviation of 0.058.

3. The mean acceptability of Plastic Granulated Machine got an average mean of

4.7 and interpreted as Highly Acceptable.

Conclusions

Based on the findings, The following conclusions was hereby presented:

1. The main parts of successful designing and constructing of the Plastic

Granulated are planning, designing, evaluating and revising.

2. The Plastic Granulated Machine is durable, effective and maintainable.

3. The Plastic Granulated is highly acceptable to the barangay officials and

selected citizens from Barangay Patimbao, Santa Cruz, Laguna.

Recommendations

Based on the results and findings of the study, the following recommendations

were formulated:
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1. The plastic granulated machine has various uses aside from the focus of this

study. The product could be used to shred different materials like paper,

rubber and other light materials that the shredder can handle.

2. The evaluators recommend that the product must have a rubber guard at the

bottom surface to avoid excessive shaking while operating.

3. The product must have a chain guard.

4. Interested researchers on this kind of field and subject were encouraged to

focus on innovating the design and constructing of the plastic granulated

machine as this is not included in the scope of the study.

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APPENDIX A

Letter of Request

June 16, 2022

DR. FREDDIE S. PINUELA

Dean – College of Industrial Technology
Laguna State Polytechnic University – Santa Cruz Campus
Santa Cruz, Laguna

Sir:

Greetings!

The undersigned, third year Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology–

Major in Automotive Technology students of the Laguna State Polytechnic
University – SCC, are currently conducting a research study entitled “Plastic
Granulated Machine”
In connection with the aforementioned research, the undersigned are asking
permission from your good office to conduct the study to selected students of
your respective college.

Rest assured that the data will be treated with strict confidentiality and will be
only used for the purpose of the study.

Your kindest cooperation on this matter will be appreciated immensely.

Thank you and God bless!

Respectfully Yours,

RICO PAUL LAGUERTA MELVIN GERONIMO REGGIE SALCEDO

Student-Researchers

Noted by:

JEFFREY N. GARCIA, MAEd

Research Adviser
Approved by:

FREDDIE D. PINUELA, EdD

Dean-CIT
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APPENDIX B

RESEARCHERS SELF-MADE QUESTIONAIRE

Name (optional): ____________________________________ Date: ________

Direction: Using the scale below, please provide the following information by putting
a check mark (√) that corresponds to your evaluation of our Plastic Granulated
Machine in each statement.
Scale Verbal Interpretation
5 - Strongly Agree
4 - Agree
3 - Moderately Agree
2 - Disagree
1 - Strongly Disagree

Durability
5 4 3 2 1
Plastic Granulated Machine
1. The frame is welded properly.
2. Is stable to resist its vibration.
3. The product used heavy materials to not easily fall down while
operating.
4. The blades were not immediately dulled.
5. Uses a heavy-duty electric motor

Effectiveness 5 4 3 2 1
Plastic Granulated Machine
1. Output can be reused.
2. The shredder works properly.
3. Granulates any kinds of plastic.
4. Can granulate five small plastic bottles in two minutes.
5. Can granulate three large plastic bottles in two minutes.

Maintenance 5 4 3 2 1
Plastic Granulated Machine
1. Product are available locally in the market.
2. Is requiring little work for removing and installing the parts.
3. Can be disassembled when it needs to be cleaned.
4. Inside parts can be removed from the control panel for problem
inspection.
5.Has a shrinkable tube to protect electrical component
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CURRICULUM VITAE

REGGIE V. SALCEDO
126 Sitio Mapalad Brgy. Pagsawitan Sta. Cruz, Laguna
Mobile #: 09754361504/09495749796
Gmail Address: reggiesalcedo90@gmail.com

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Date of Birth : April 28, 2001

Place of Birth : Quezon City
Citizenship : Filipino
Civil Status : Single
Height : 5’5”
Weight : 75kg
Religion : Born Again Christian
Language Spoken : Tagalog

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Tertiary : Laguna State Polytechnic University

Bachelor Science in Industrial Technology major in
Automotive
Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2019-Present

Secondary : Laguna Senior High School

Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2018-2019

Pedro Guevara Memorial National High School

Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2015-2019

Primary : Santa Cruz Central Elementary School

Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2009-2015
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CURRICULUM VITAE

GERONIMO, MELVIN C.
1209 J.P. Ongkiko st. Brgy. Santisima Cruz, Sta. Cruz, Laguna
Mobile #: 0920-697-1603
Gmail Address: hkazuko23@gmail.com

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Date of Birth : May 30, 2000

Place of Birth : Santa Cruz, Laguna
Citizenship : Filipino
Civil Status : Single
Height : 5’7”
Weight : 65kg
Religion : Iglesia Ni Cristo
Language Spoken : Tagalog

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Tertiary : Laguna State Polytechnic University

Bachelor Science in Industrial Technology major in
Automotive
Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2019-Present

Secondary : Laguna Senior High School

Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2018-2019

Pedro Guevara Memorial National High School

Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2015-2019

Primary : Santisima Cruz Elementary School

Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2009-2015
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CURRICULUM VITAE

RICO PAUL C. LAGUERTA

Sitio 3 Banana, Brgy, Patimbao, Sta. Cruz, Laguna
Mobile #: 0906-555-6364
Gmail Address: ricopaullaguerta@gmail.com

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Date of Birth : August 26, 2000

Place of Birth : Santa Cruz, Manila
Citizenship : Filipino
Civil Status : Single
Height : 5’4”
Weight : 50kg
Religion : Born Again Christian
Language Spoken : Tagalog

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Tertiary : Laguna State Polytechnic University

Bachelor Science in Industrial Technology major in
Automotive
Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2019-Present

Secondary : Laguna Senior High School

Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2018-2019

Pedro Guevara Memorial National High School

Sta. Cruz, Laguna
2015-2019

Primary : Magsaysay Elementary School

Brgy Magsaysay, Infanta, Quezon
2009-2015