As the world grapples with plastic pollution, glass is increasingly recognized as the most sustainable packaging material. Unlike plastic, glass can be recycled infinitely without loss of quality, and modern sorting technology is making the process more efficient than ever.
SENSORT’s optical sorting systems are at the forefront of this revolution, enabling recycling facilities to produce furnace-ready cullet that meets the strict specifications of glass container manufacturers. The technology removes contaminants down to 0.5mm in size, ensuring that recycled glass meets the purity requirements for food-grade packaging.
“Bottle-to-bottle recycling is the gold standard of the circular economy,” explained Dr. Chen, SENSORT’s Director of Sustainability. “Every ton of recycled glass used in new bottles saves 1.2 tons of raw materials and reduces CO2 emissions by 300kg compared to using virgin materials.”
With the EU mandating 75% glass recycling rates by 2035, the demand for advanced sorting technology is expected to surge in the coming years.