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Paper Recycling Process

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Video by Andrea Callard

Collection

Step One

Collection: The gathering of paper products.

 Delivery

Step Two

Delivery: Paper is delivered to the recycling center.
Processing

Step three

Processing: Once it is at the recycling center, the paper is sorted by type, and non-paper contaminants are removed.

 Loading

Step Four

Loading: Paper is baled and then loaded into crates to be transported to a paper mill at which the recycling process takes place.
Pulping

Step Five

Pulping: Recovered fiber is shredded and combined with water, creating a pulp. The pulp is cleaned, dyes and coatings are mixed in, and water is drained from the pulp mixture.

 Papermaking

Step Six

Papermaking: Massive rollers remove any remaining moisture and smooth the crude paper into uniform thickness.
New Paper

Step Seven

New Paper: The paper is now ready to be cut for use.

 
Our Mission

Our Mission:

To provide cost-effective, innovative recycling solutions which benefit both our clients and our planet