A Solid Choice and World Renown in Plastic Recycling
AUTOSORT™ is TOMRA’s high-performance sorting system designed to process large volumes of post-consumer waste with exceptional accuracy. Equipped with SHARP EYE™ technology, it enables the precise identification and separation of different plastic types, colors, and compositions, ensuring high-purity output streams for recycling.
At Amarsul, the installation of two new AUTOSORT™ units allowed the facility to efficiently sort PET bottles from PET trays, overcoming a significant industry challenge. Since 2009, Amarsul has relied on TOMRA’s innovative sorting solutions, with eight AUTOSORT™ units processing up to 106,000 tonnes of waste annually.
Advantages at a glance:
- High-speed, automated sorting for maximum efficiency
- SHARP EYE™ technology for precise identification of PET bottles vs. PET trays
- Over 92% PET tray removal, ensuring cleaner recycling streams
- Optimized material recovery, increasing plant profitability
- Future-proof solution for evolving recycling regulations
By integrating AUTOSORT™, Amarsul has not only improved its recycling performance but also taken a significant step toward meeting national and EU circular economy goals.