Author : POLYSTAR Co.

Plastic recycling is a growing industry. There are numerous factors to consider if you want to start a recycling business. You must decide what types of plastics you will recycle, determine the location of your business, research local and state requirements, research your customers, set up accounts with plastic buyers, and, most importantly, invest in a reliable plastic recycling machine.

Why do producers want to recycle plastics? Although plastic is a very popular material, on a global level, less than 10% of it is recycled. With plastic waste being in such a high supply, producers could benefit from incorporating recycling into their existing business model. A recent study by business and daily found that 72% of the respondents are actively buying more environmentally friendly products than they did 5 years ago.

In parallel with the increase in the consumption of plastics, driven by economic development and population growth, global plastic waste is projected to triple by 2060 based on OECD reports. Increasing plastic recycling efficiency is one of the major keys to returning more plastic waste to production lines as a valuable recycled polymer. Here we have listed 5 tips to increase efficiency in the plastic recycling process.

New regulations in many countries now require producers to use a higher percentage of recycled content in flexible and rigid packaging products. The instability of raw material prices and supplies also forces plastic producers to better recycle their production waste.

It may be good for everyone to be in the plastic recycling business whether you are a recycler or a producer. New regulations in many countries now require producers to use a higher percentage of recycled content in flexible and rigid packaging products. The instability of raw material prices and supplies also forces plastic producers to better recycle their production waste. With the great importance of recycled-based plastic products, the global demand for plastic recycling is expanding.