What we recycle

Plastics

Plastics are composed of polymers i.e., compounds made of many small molecules.

Ferrous metals

Ferrous metals, primarily composed of iron, include materials like steel and cast iron, which are commonly found in construction, manufacturing, and transportation.

Non-Ferrous metals

Non-ferrous metals, such as aluminum, copper, lead, zinc, and titanium, do not contain iron and are valued for their resistance to corrosion and high conductivity.

Paper

Recycled paper is a versatile material that can replace or supplement virgin pulp to create new products like packaging, newspapers, and insulation.

Textiles

Textiles, including both synthetic fibers like polyester and natural fibers like cotton, are integral to daily life, with global production nearly tripling since 1975.

Tyres

Tyres contain multiple valuable materials such as rubber (75%), steel (15%) and textile fibres (10%).

Construction & Demolition

Construction and demolition (C&D) waste includes materials like concrete, bricks, wood, metals, glass, plastics, and hazardous substances such as asbestos.

End-of-life Vehicles

End-of-life Vehicles (ELVs) contain valuable materials like metals (steel, aluminum), plastics, rubber, and glass, as well as batteries.

E-waste

E-waste, otherwise referred to as waste electronical and electronic equipment (WEEE), is mainly composed of non-ferrous metals (nickel, copper, lead, etc.

Ships

End-of-life ships are decommissioned vessels that contain valuable materials like steel, metals, and electronics, along with hazardous substances such as asbestos, oils, and toxic chemicals.

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10 September 2024

EuRIC at the AMI Plastics World Expos on 11 September 2024

We are pleased to announce that EuRIC will be presenting at the AMI Plastics World Expos in Brussels, taking place on 11-12 September. Register for your free ticket to attend.  

Plastics Recycling World Expo Theatre

On Wednesday 11 September, EuRIC’s Senior Technical Manager, Maria Vera-Duran will join an industry debate on ‘Uncovering Legislations Effect on Producers, Recyclers and Consumers’. Maria will be joined by Julia Roettgerding, European Commission; Monika Romenska, EXPRA; Theresa Kjell, ChemSec.

Innovation and Extrusion Theatre

On Thursday 12 September, Céline Chevallier will present key results and challenges from the CIMPA project, which focuses on advancing circular multilayer plastics films.

Discover the full programme here.

The event also features a focused exhibition showcasing leading plastics recyclers and suppliers of reclaimed plastics, additives, recycling machinery and equipment. Exhibitors include: B+B Anlagenbau, Boretech, Buss, Erema, Fimic, Gneuss, Kreyenborg, Maag, Nexam Chemical, NGR, Nordson, Pallmann, Piovan, Polystar, Sesotec, Starlinger, Tecnova, Vecoplan, and many more. View the exhibitor list here.

Register now for your free ticket to the conference and exhibition.

A networking party will be held at the end of day one at Bowling Stones Brussels, where you can connect with industry professionals and expand your network. Tickets cost only €50* and include complimentary food, an open bar and an evening of bowling!

We look forward to seeing you there!

EuRIC

*Exclusive of VAT. Party tickets purchases for Belgian customers may be subject to reverse charge Belgian VAT. Party ticket purchases from non-Belgian customers are subject to Belgian VAT at 21%.

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