Polystyrene
Recovering packaging polystyrene requires an approach based on technological innovation and the local circular economy. By adopting good sorting practices and bringing your polystyrene to a drop-off point near you, you are contributing to an ecological revolution.
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Consumer
After use, the consumer brings the polystyrene to a participating drop-off point near them.
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Drop-off point
The drop-off point receives the polystyrene and manages it according to best practices. It then requests its collection.
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Collection
We collect the polystyrene packaging and transport the material to the packaging facilities.
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Packaging
The packaging facilities transform the material to create new recycled products.
The Polystyrene Recycling Value Chain
Adopt Good Sorting Practices
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Protective polystyrene
It is used to protect certain products such as household appliances, electronic products and other fragile products.
After use, to promote sorting at source, the protective polystyrene must be :
❯ Dry
❯ Label-free
❯ Tape-free
❯ Free of plastic or paper residue
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Food trays
It is used to store meats, fish, prepared meals and other food products.
After use, to promote sorting at source, the protective trays must be :
❯ Rinsed
❯ Free of food residue
❯ Free of absorbent pads
❯ Free of labels
Our strength: eco-logistics
Our role
Optimizing the transportation and distribution process throughout the value chain using strategies based on innovative technologies.
Our objectives related to polystyrene :
❯ Reduce environmental impacts
❯ Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
❯ Improve recycling rates
The customized solutions we offer:
❯ Smart planning
❯ Optimizing distribution routes to reduce distances traveled
❯ Optimizing transport loads to limit journeys
We offer a collection service for municipal collection points to ensure efficient polystyrene management. To request a collection, please email ramassagepse@eco-empreinte.com, indicating the collection location, the quantity of polystyrene bags, and the best times to collect them. Our team will respond to your request as quickly as possible.
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Take a Training Course Now
To learn more about best practices for sorting and recycling polystyrene, we offer tailored training courses accessible to all. Contact us now for upcoming training dates and registration details.
Following the training, you will be able to:
❯ Understand how the recycling chain works
❯ Become aware of the environmental impact of proper sorting
❯ Correctly sort different types of polystyrene
❯ Avoid common mistakes and contaminants