This year the Council bought an EPS melting machine to divert polystyrene from landfill. “As a result, we have recycled more than 500 cubic metres of polystyrene since May 2020, which have been compacted by 90% into 225 blocks,” Councillor David Lee said.

The recycled material used in the new cups and lids is to replace polystyrene, which is generally considered not to be recycled or reused.

Fortunately, these waste disposable polystyrene food containers and cups with bulky volume and lightweight can be recycled before they are blown into the ocean and smashed into plastic debris.

In March 2020, the Federal Government implemented a ban on operators offering dine-in services. This has encouraged operators to focus solely on delivery services and increased the use of disposable polystyrene food containers for take-out food delivery.

Plastic packaging like polystyrene is often considered a blessing for supermarkets since it can be deployed to protect food, preserve freshness, and prevent spoilage and waste.

In residential buildings, white polystyrene packages, plastic envelopes and large cardboard boxes have been spilling beyond the confines of mailrooms and storage rooms as more people shop online.

GREENMAX Polystyrene recycling machine has served over 100 businesses and organizations across Australia and New Zealand for over 10 years.

Before starting a recycling business, finding the perfect plastic pelletizer that fits the production line and the market demand is very important. So, which plastic pelletizer will be able to accommodate the needs of your plastic recycling project?

Polyethylene foam (PE foam) has some of the most desirable packaging properties. It is durable, versatile, and has excellent shock absorbing qualities. However, single-use plastic packaging material has become a worldwide concern.

However, EPS is also known for being harmful to the environment and humans. This begs the question: If EPS is harmful, how come we’re still using it? More importantly, what can we do to minimize the use of EPS? Here's everything you need to know.