Nowadays, many dairy product formats are using recycled PS as materials. Innotech has announced the successful application of rPS with the full range of yogurt cup formats. It is claimed that 100% mechanically recycled polystyrene can reach food contact standards. This proves that recycled polystyrene can be applied in all shapes and sizes of dairy products. In addition to the practicability, polystyrene recycling can also help manufacturers achieve circularity in both environment and economy.
Polystyrene, a commonly used plastic material, has long been associated with environmental challenges since it cannot decompose in nature. However, with the development of the mechanical recycling process, a significant step forward has been taken to tackle these issues.
Mechanical recycling involves a series of steps that begin with the collection and sorting of polystyrene waste. Once collected, the polystyrene is sorted and compressed in a compactor. According to different needs, the waste material can also be heated and melted into ingots, allowing them to be molded into new shapes and forms. These methods enable the circularity of polystyrene products, such as foam packaging and food containers, into new polystyrene products.
The achievements in polystyrene recycling present an incredible opportunity for industries and consumers alike. Companies can now embrace sustainable packaging solutions without compromising on safety or quality. By incorporating recycled polystyrene into their production processes, they can actively contribute to reducing waste, conserving resources, and minimizing their carbon footprint. Many brand owners want the polystyrene journey to continue. And now mechanically recycled polystyrene is proven to offer a solution for food contact applications, the head of recycling within Coexpan said.
In conclusion, the development of mechanical recycling of polystyrene to produce 100% recycled material meeting food contact standards marks a significant milestone in sustainable packaging. This achievement addresses environmental concerns associated with polystyrene waste while ensuring the safety and quality of food packaging. INTCO Recycling offers GREENMAX recycling machines to help solve polystyrene recycling issues around the world.
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