The Collection and Compaction process

The collected EPS is fed into a granulation machine.   The granulated material is then fed to a hopper where it is stored before being compressed into continuous lengths.  This compressed material is broken into lengths suitable for palletisation.  Once palletised the material is ready for shipment. 

At present the compacted EPS is exported for reprocessing as there are such small quantities of EPS waste generated in Australia and there is no domestic demand for the material.  However, REPSA is committed to working with Australian companies to develop an Australian based EPS recycling industry. 

Converting EPS into other products

Once exported,  the EPS material is then shredded and then extruded to form General Purpose Polystyrene (GPPS) pellets.  This can then be used as a feedstock for applications such as synthetic timber, cd and video casette cases, stationery products as well as plant pots and coathangers.