To address these issues, the company implemented three robotized sorting lines featuring hyperspectral vision technology. On the first line, two agile robots reclassified plastics such as PE and PP, while a similar pair on the second line sorted PET and ELA with high accuracy. A dedicated robot on the third line streamlined carton sorting, reducing the need for manual intervention.
This technological upgrade significantly improved operational performance. The robots can execute up to 8,000 picks per hour and achieve capture and precision rates of 95% and 98%, respectively. The automation minimized errors and enhanced material recovery, leading to a 45% increase in the recovery rate. These improvements not only boosted the company’s recycling efficiency and sustainability efforts but also improved working conditions by alleviating physically demanding tasks.
