What Trebo’s Circular Recycling Partnership Is All About
Trebo is your go-to partner for turning plastic waste into high-quality recyclates that can replace virgin materials in new production cycles. The focus here? Keeping plastics in circulation through smart, efficient recycling. Whether it’s closed-loop recycling—where plastics get reborn as the very same product—or open-loop recycling—where materials find new life in different products—Trebo’s got it covered. They tap into the circular economy by unlocking the value hidden in plastic waste streams, whether it’s production scrap or end-of-life products. Simply put, Trebo helps companies close the loop on plastics, making sustainability not just a goal but a reality.
Main Benefits of Using Trebo’s Sorting Service
Choosing Trebo’s service comes with a bunch of perks that make circular production practical and profitable:
- Go Circular: Turn your company’s circular production dreams into reality with an end-to-end recycling service that actually works.
- Stabilise Cost: In a market that’s anything but stable, gain more control with a reliable source of recycled materials.
- Save CO2: Cut down your environmental footprint by minimizing waste and maximizing resource use.
- Secure Compliance and Transparency: Stay ahead of regulations with sustainable waste management that’s fully transparent.
How Trebo’s Sorting Service Works
The process is straightforward but powerful. First, companies deliver their plastic waste—either as full-size products or shredded material—to Trebo’s sorting factory. Then, the waste is prepped for sorting, which usually means shredding and washing, though it depends on the type of waste. Next up, the magic happens: Trebo’s patented fluid-mechanical sorting technology sorts the waste into high-purity fractions by plastic type. After sorting, the plastics are dried and further processed to be ready for molding, with pelletising available if needed. Quality assurance comes next, with thorough analysis to meet agreed standards and ensure traceability. Finally, the sorted plastics are packed and shipped back, ready for high-quality recycling. It’s a seamless flow from waste to resource.
Trebo’s Unique Sorting Technology
What sets Trebo apart is its patented sorting system that handles even the most complex plastic waste streams with incredible precision. The technology exploits differences in fluid-dynamic properties of plastics, moving the mixture vertically through a liquid where each particle settles uniquely. This clever approach allows Trebo to hit purity targets consistently, no matter the mix. It’s not just about sorting—it’s about solving real challenges for industries like medical, electronics, and automotive. Whether it’s post-production scrap or post-consumer waste collected through take-back schemes, Trebo’s system delivers premium secondary raw materials that companies can trust.
Types of Plastic Waste Trebo Handles
Trebo works with two main categories of plastic waste. Post-consumer waste includes items that have served their purpose and reached end-of-life, often collected via take-back schemes—think beer kegs, transportation belts, and lighters. Post-production waste, on the other hand, is scrap generated during manufacturing that never leaves the production site, such as co-extruded profiles, rejects, and co-injection molded inlets. Both types are expertly sorted and processed to create valuable recyclates, closing the loop on plastic use in various industries.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Promoting sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Reducing CO2 emissions through waste minimization and resource optimization.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Advancing innovative recycling technologies and industrial processes.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – Supporting sustainable waste management in urban and industrial settings.
Why Trebo’s Approach Matters
In a world where plastic waste is a growing concern, Trebo’s approach offers a practical, reliable solution that benefits both businesses and the planet. By turning waste into valuable resources, they help companies stabilize costs, meet regulatory demands, and reduce environmental impact—all while pushing the circular economy forward. It’s not just recycling; it’s a smarter way to keep plastics alive and kicking in the production cycle. So, for companies serious about sustainability, Trebo’s sorting service is a game-changer that makes circular production achievable and effective.
