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TOMRA @ IFAT 2024 to demonstrate the role its technologies are playing in transforming resource recovery
Global sensor-based sorting technology provider, TOMRA Recycling, will further strengthen its position as a leader in resource recovery when the company reveals its latest technology portfolio at IFAT 2024 (13-17 May in Munich, Germany).
TOMRA to feature latest AI's plastic and flake sorting solutions at NPE 2024
TOMRA Recycling will feature its latest sorting innovations available to the plastics industry during NPE 2024 in Orlando, May 6-10, 2024, at TOMRA exhibit #S35185.
TOMRA achieves worldwide industry first with groundbreaking food-grade plastics sorting solution
Leading global sorting solutions provider, TOMRA Recycling, has announced the launch of three revolutionary applications to separate food-grade from non-food-grade plastics for PET, PP and HDPE.
TOMRA @ IFAT 2024 to demonstrate the role its technologies are playing in transforming resource recovery
Global sensor-based sorting technology provider, TOMRA Recycling, will further strengthen its position as a leader in resource recovery when the company reveals its latest technology portfolio at IFAT 2024 (13-17 May in Munich, Germany).
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TOMRA achieves worldwide industry first with groundbreaking food-grade plastics sorting solution
Leading global sorting solutions provider, TOMRA Recycling, has announced the launch of three revolutionary applications to separate food-grade from non-food-grade plastics for PET, PP and HDPE.
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Extending the lifecycle of ELV - trends and regulations
The automotive industry is among the largest consumers of primary materials and thereby a huge emitter of greenhouse gas emissions.
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TOMRA names Michelle Landon Regional Service Director Americas
In this newly created role for the Americas region, Landon will direct the teams responsible for initial installation, optimization and commissioning of TOMRA’s leading sensor-based sorting equipment and technology throughout North and South America.
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Pro Environmental Limited chooses AUTOSORT™ technology for plastic packaging sorting plant
Pro Environmental Ltd, post winning a bid, invests in TOMRA Recycling Sorting's cutting-edge equipment for their new £15M plastic sorting facility.
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Three partners changing the narrative in plastic recycling at Site Zero
Discover sustainability at Svensk Plaståtervinning's Site Zero in Motala, Sweden. Sorting Swedish plastic into 12 fractions for a circular plastic economy.
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TOMRA helps Benfleet Scrap achieve clean aluminium scrap
Essex-based scrap metal recycling specialists, Benfleet Scrap Co. Ltd, has invested in the latest advanced metals sorting equipment from TOMRA Recycling Sorting for its new metals recycling plant in Benfleet, one of three sites owned by the ferrous and non-ferrous metal merchant.
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TOMRA and aluminum value chain representatives test recyclability of aluminum production scrap
A consortium of industry representatives joined forces and established the KANAL research project.
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NPP leverages TOMRA's deep learning technology to purify the production of rPET
Nord Pal Plast was the first to test a new deep learning application developed by TOMRA that enables the separation of clear and light blue transparent bottles from hard-to-detect white opaque bottles to create a clean PET bottle stream.
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TOMRA chosen partner for Berry Circular Polymers’ purpose-built CleanStream® plant in Leamington Spa
Advanced flake sorting equipment from TOMRA has been chosen by Berry Circular Polymers for its purpose-built CleanStream® plant in Leamington Spa.
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TOMRA launches AUTOSORT PULSE with dynamic LIBS technology
TOMRA introduces a new machine featuring dynamic laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). Designed for high throughput sorting of aluminum alloys, AUTOSORT™ PULSE redefines industry standards and paves the way for green aluminum.
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Integrating the best of existing solutions to achieve circularity
The circularity of plastics requires a systems approach and policies that address the complexities of waste management, boost investment in recycling infrastructure, and create a sustainable market equilibrium.
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Keeping pace with high-quality recycled resin
Production of recycled plastic content is far from meeting demand, posing major industry challenges. Embracing the latest technological advancement in flake sorting helps bridge the gap between supply and demand and gives recyclers a competitive edge in efficiency and profitability.
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Test before you invest
Testing materials before investing in sorting technologies serve to reduce risk, validate process
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TOMRA pioneers the use of Deep Learning technology to distinguish between different types of wood
TOMRA further strengthened its offering for the global wood sector by becoming the first in the world to use deep learning in wood recycling applications.
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TOMRA's sensor-based technology provides a future-proof solution for Mid UK Recycling's new Barkston MRF
Innovative sensor-based sorting solutions from TOMRA have been installed at Mid UK Recycling’s new material recycling facility (MRF).
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TOMRA presents sorting solutions for the recycling industry at Residuos Expo 2021
Gold Sponsor of Residuos Expo 2021: TOMRA advances the industry and has more than 7,400 sorting systems installed in more than 100 countries.
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TOMRA celebrates 15 years dual energy X-ray sorting of aluminum
A look back at the legendary design and in-house software development of x-ray transmission (XRT) sensor technology for metals and mineral sorting
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TOMRA's latest Ebook identifies how the plastics value chain can reduce plastic waste
TOMRA new eBook, which shares transformational ideas for reducing plastic waste throughout the plastics value chain
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TOMRA Recycling new Ebook addresses the need to improve deinking recycling rates
E-book looks at the commercial and regulatory pressures on deinking and introduces a new technology which reduces complexity while increasing recovery rates
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How global recycling day teaches us about the potential it holds for sustaining our environment
Today's Global Recycling Day reminds us of the impact recycling has and what can be done to sustain our resources.
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Partnering for future growth - TOMRA Recycling holds Integrators conference
On September 3-4, conference guests at TOMRA’s premises to focus on emerging practices to face and prepare for challenges in global waste management.
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TOMRA introduces Sharp Eye technology for separating single-layer PET trays from PET bottles
New brand application will be a welcome breakthrough at a time when demand for plastic bottles and trays is growing internationally
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Facing 2 realities: paradise oceans vs plastic soup
On today's World Water Day we shift focus on our oceans, which are a vital water source but increasingly affected by human action.
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Testing is believing – TOMRA celebrates opening a new flake sorting test center in Italy
TOMRA opened its new flake sorting Test Center, where it will develop new solutions in PO and PET flake sortin, expanding its service offering.
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TOMRA Recycling to extend its test offering with new test center in Italy
TOMRA Recycling will soon celebrate the opening of a unique new test facility dedicated to the full plastic sorting segment next to its office in Italy
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TOMRA Recycling to exhibit and contribute to panel discussion at Harbor Aluminum Summit in Chicago
TOMRA will be one of only a few select exhibitors at this year’s summit and will highlight its latest sensor-based metal sorting technologies.
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TOMRA publishes new E-book unveiling the potential of connected machines
Machine connectivity delivers key production and service data to drive the strategic management process
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TOMRA Recycling to highlight latest advances in metals recovery at CARS 2021
Leading sensor-based sorting specialist, TOMRA, has confirmed its attendance at CARS 2021, which will take place from 29-30 September at the NAEC.
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Aluminum recycling: an urgent and unexplored reality in Mexico
TOMRA is confident that aluminum recycling in Mexico will help different industries in the country to grow, mainly the automotive industry.
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TOMRA to sponsor the Circular Economy Theatre at RWM 2021 and highlight the role of its technology in the transition towards a more circular economy
TOMRA, global leader in resource sustainability, confirmed as the sponsor of the Circular Economy Theatre at RWM 2021.
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TOMRA Recycling’s latest generation AUTOSORT™ installed at Earthtechnica’s test center in Japan
TOMRA has announced the installation of its new AUTOSORT™ in the Yachiyo Technical Center of EarthTechnica Co. Ltd, an authorized dealer of TOMRA.
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TOMRA celebrates its 10th anniversary in the Brazilian market with its eyes firmly fixed on the future
TOMRA is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Brazil and therewith many achievements that have greatly contributed to the development of the market.
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EU Single-Use Plastics Directive paves the way for a more progressive and circular model for plastics recycling
The SUPD is a wide-reaching piece of legislation which aims to address marine plastic pollution by reducing plastic consumption.
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TOMRA to exhibit latest updates to the new AUTOSORT™ and deliver a sustainability talk on recycling
At WasteExpo 2021 TOMRA Recycling will exhibit and highlight the latest sorting innovations from the company’s new generation AUTOSORT™ sensor-based sorting system.
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Ty Rhoad named new Regional Director Americas for TOMRA Recycling
TOMRA Recycling, the global leading supplier of sensor-based sorting solutions, announces Ty Rhoad as the new Regional Director Americas.
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Sorting technology to cope with the increase of the nation's waste – TOMRA explains
Plastic and its derivatives, the recycling and handling of PET, like other waste, has become a real challenge for countries and their recycling companies.
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TOMRA leads the resource revolution with 50 years’ dedication to the industry
At Chinaplas 2021 held in Shenzhen in mid-April this year, TOMRA’s booth was set up at Hall 6, A41 in the Recycling Tech Pavilion, where visitors could see its eye-catching booth at first glance upon entering the main entrance
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Achieving Circular Economy through sorting technology
The current global economy is based on a linear model of production and consumption, where raw materials are used to manufacture products, which are subsequently sold, used and finally discarded as waste; this continuous cycle has become unsustainable for the environment.
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Navigating the latest changes in waste legislation
Tom Eng, SVP and Head of TOMRA Recycling, provides an overview of some of the recent changes in European and international waste legislation.
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The bottle-to-bottle way I go
Door to door, simply picking up stray bottles from the curbside, reverse vending are only some ways of taking the first step towards recycling PET bottles.
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TOMRA’s latest plastic flake sorting solutions deliver unparalleled recovery and purity results in PO recycling
Thanks to the latest applications of TOMRA Sorting Recycling’s sensor-based flake sorting solutions, customers are now able to achieve unparalleled recovery and purity rates of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), both of which are polyolefins (PO).
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Using sensor-based sorting technology to derive maximum value from ELV scrap
Martin Song, Area Sales Manager Korea, explores the challenges associated with recovering high volumes of high purity materials from ELVs
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TOMRA Recycling empowers light intensity of Flying Beam™ for advanced sorting accuracy
TOMRA gives more insight into its engineering advancements made to its FLYING BEAM™ technology. A detailed explanation of the new version.
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TOMRA Recycling addressing the challenges of aluminium recycling
Demand for aluminium has risen over recent years and is predicted to increase further over the next two decades.
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Integrated flake sorting solutions paving the way to increased quality
When it comes to plastic waste, now more than ever emphasis is being placed on handling this resource in a responsible, sustainable manner.
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TOMRA Recycling celebrates digital launch of its latest and most advanced sorting solutions
Today marked the global launch of TOMRA Sorting Recycling’s latest advanced sorting solutions to meet demand for faster, more efficient and smarter material sorting – both now and in the future.
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World Environment Day: how you can take care of me, Earth
Celebrate World Environment Day by celebrating Earth and by celebrating all the steps you are taking to work towards a more sustainable future.
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Groundbreaking innovation - TOMRA Recycling enables the production of low magnesium twitch from zorba
Global leader in sensor-based sorting systems, TOMRA Sorting Recycling, is renowned for spearheading technological developments and its latest innovation is no exception.
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Maximum sorting efficiency and increased scrap aluminum quality achieved through the use of TOMRA technology
TOMRA Sorting Recycling's X-Ray Transmission (XRT) technology with its X-TRACT™ and X-TRACT™ X6 FINES units is highly recommended for efficiently separating aluminum and aluminum alloys from heavy metals, which delivers consistent quality for the resulting raw materials and products.
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New TOMRA headquarters in South Africa
New Johannesburg premises will help sorting and recycling businesses recover more value from waste
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TOMRA opens new recycling business unit HQ in North America
New Charlotte location to serve as waste and metals recycling solutions base for customers in North, Central and South America
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Circular economy and plastics become EU priorities
Over the past five years, circular economy and plastics pollution have become one of the priorities of the European Union (EU).
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TOMRA Recycling hosted HolyGrail 2.0 event
HolyGrail, led by Procter & Gamble and supported by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, invited stakeholders and partners to another event held at TOMRA's.
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TOMRA joins new global Alliance To End Plastic Waste
World-leading provider of sensor-based collection and sorting solutions TOMRA has joined the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, a new global not-for-profit organization which has committed $1.5 billion (€1.35 billion) towards solutions to eliminate plastic waste.
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Get ready for big data TOMRA introduces deep learning add-on for AUTOSORT™ machines at Ecomondo
Get ready for big data TOMRA introduces deep learning add-on for AUTOSORT™ machines at Ecomondo
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TOMRA launches new XTRACT™ x6 fines machine capable of sorting metal fractions
Unveiled at Aluminum USA 2019 a new machine with enhanced X-ray technology which detects and sorts metal grains half the size of what previously possible
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Can the global plastic waste export market be revived?
With the introduction of plastic import bans across South East Asia, the global export market has slowed hugely over the last 12 months
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TOMRA’s Frank Van de Winkel to participate in Harbor Aluminum Summit market outlook panel
TOMRA Sorting Recycling also set to preview its latest aluminum sorting technologies available to the market in TOMRA summit exhibit
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TOMRA Sorting Recycling launches INNOSORT™ FLAKE featuring dual-sensor sorting capability
TOMRA Sorting Recycling extends its offering of high-precision flake sorting solutions with the innovative INNOSORT™ FLAKE sensor-based solution that combines color and material sorting, reliably removing PVC, metals and opaque flakes.
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Could the Chinese National Sword inspire global recycling innovation?
The Chinese National Sword brings unprecedented restrictions on waste and metal imports, but it also provides commercial opportunities in other markets.
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TOMRA highlights full wood sorting solution at LIGNA
Leading provider in wood sorting solutions presents new X-ray and deep learning-based sorting solutions for waste wood processing at LIGNA 2023.
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