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Using More Recycled Plastic Could Be the Most Effective Way to Reduce Plastic Waste

9/29/2026

 
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​Recycling plastic is important, but collecting and processing discarded material is only part of the solution. For recycling to reach its full potential, manufacturers must also create consistent demand for recycled material.

Recent research indicates that increasing the amount of recycled plastic used in new products could be one of the most effective strategies available for reducing plastic waste, limiting demand for virgin resin and lowering plastic-related greenhouse gas emissions.

For manufacturers, that finding reinforces the value of working with experienced material suppliers and recycling partners such as SEB Recycling Solutions.

Research Examines Eight Plastic-Waste Strategies

Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley and the University of California, Santa Barbara developed a model examining eight different policy approaches to plastic pollution.
Their goal was to estimate how each strategy could affect three major concerns by 2050:
  • Mismanaged plastic waste
  • Production of new virgin plastic
  • Greenhouse gas emissions associated with plastics

Among the individual policies evaluated, establishing a 40 percent minimum recycled-content requirement across industries produced the greatest projected reduction in both poorly managed plastic waste and virgin plastic production.

The model estimated that a global 40 percent recycled-content requirement could:
  • Reduce mismanaged plastic waste by approximately 51 percent
  • Decrease virgin plastic production by approximately 44 percent
  • Lower plastic-related greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 17 percent

These figures are projections rather than guarantees, but they demonstrate the potential impact of putting more recycled material back into productive use.

Why Demand for Recycled Material Matters

Plastic recycling depends on a functioning market.

Manufacturers, warehouses and industrial facilities can collect and separate plastic scrap, but recycling does not end when material leaves the facility. That recovered plastic must be sorted, processed and purchased for use in another application.

When manufacturers increase their use of recycled plastic, they create demand throughout the recycling system. That demand can make it economically practical to recover more material, improve processing capacity and keep usable plastic from being discarded.

SEB Recycling Solutions helps connect these different parts of the process. The company purchases recyclable industrial plastic, processes material through shredding and grinding, and supplies recycled regrind and pellets that can return to manufacturing.

This creates a practical cycle in which industrial plastic is not treated simply as waste. It becomes a potential feedstock for future production.

Recycled Plastic Can Replace a Portion of Virgin Resin

Virgin plastic is produced from new petrochemical feedstocks. Recycled plastic begins with material that already exists.

Depending on the resin, application and performance requirements, manufacturers may be able to use recycled material by itself or blend it with virgin resin. Every suitable application creates an opportunity to reduce reliance on newly produced plastic.

SEB Recycling Solutions offers recycled materials for extrusion and injection-molding applications, including ongoing feedstocks of HDPE, LDPE, copolymer polypropylene, homopolymer polypropylene, PET and other materials.

SEB Recycling Solutions can also help customers evaluate materials and identify practical options based on manufacturing requirements. Recycled content may not be appropriate for every product, but there are many industrial applications where regrind or recycled pellets can provide the necessary performance while supporting cost-control and sustainability goals.

The Opportunity Extends Beyond Packaging

Much of the public discussion surrounding recycled-content requirements focuses on bottles, containers and other packaging. The research, however, examined potential recycled-content use across a much broader group of industries.

These included:
  • Construction
  • Textiles
  • Electronics
  • Transportation
  • Agriculture
  • Leisure products
  • Packaging

This broader view is important because plastic is used throughout modern manufacturing. Expanding recycled-content opportunities across multiple industries could create significantly more demand for recovered material.

SEB Recycling Solutions works with manufacturers and other industrial operations to identify recyclable materials within their existing waste streams. These materials may include production scrap, purge, runners, plastic parts, film, reusable packaging, pallets, totes and off-spec material.

The right recycling program can help turn these materials into assets instead of disposal expenses.

Recycled Content Works Best as Part of a Larger Strategy

The researchers also modeled a combination of four policies:
  • Requiring 40 percent recycled content
  • Limiting virgin plastic production to 2020 levels
  • Investing in waste-management infrastructure
  • Applying a modest fee to plastic packaging

Together, the model projected that these measures could reduce global plastic pollution by as much as 91 percent by 2050. The same combination was projected to lower plastic-related greenhouse gas emissions by approximately one-third.

The larger lesson is that no single action will solve the plastic-waste challenge. Collection, transportation, sorting, processing, manufacturing demand and responsible policy must work together.

SEB Recycling Solutions serves a practical role within that system by helping businesses manage material from pickup through processing and resale.

A Better Recycling System Begins at the Facility

Manufacturers do not have to wait for future regulations to improve how plastic is handled.

An effective industrial recycling program can begin with several practical steps:
  1. Identify each type of plastic generated by the operation.
  2. Keep recyclable resins separated whenever possible.
  3. Protect material from dirt, moisture and other contamination.
  4. Establish an organized collection and storage system.
  5. Arrange dependable transportation and pickup.
  6. Evaluate whether recycled material can return to production.

SEB Recycling Solutions works with companies to evaluate recycling processes, coordinate transportation and trailer service, sort and process plastic, and develop customized material solutions.

The company’s capabilities include three granulators, industrial shredding equipment, multiple loading bays with scales and the capacity to process substantial quantities of plastic each day. SEB Recycling Solutions also provides organized transaction documentation and quality checks throughout the receiving, processing and shipping stages.

Turning Research Into Practical Action

The research makes a compelling point: collecting plastic for recycling is essential, but using the resulting material is what completes the cycle.

Greater demand for recycled plastic can reduce dependence on virgin resin, strengthen markets for recovered material and encourage continued investment in recycling infrastructure. It can also help manufacturers diversify material sourcing, control certain production expenses and make measurable progress toward waste-reduction goals.

SEB Recycling Solutions helps businesses participate in that process from both directions. Companies with recyclable industrial plastic can work with SEB Recycling Solutions to recover value from their waste streams. Manufacturers seeking recycled regrind or pellets can work with SEB Recycling Solutions to explore dependable material options for appropriate applications.

If your business generates plastic scrap or is interested in incorporating recycled material into production, contact SEB Recycling Solutions to discuss a customized solution.

SEB Recycling Solutions (731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537







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Research referenced: “Pathways to Reduce Global Plastic Waste Mismanagement and Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2050,” published in Science, and reporting from the Association of Plastic Recyclers.

Regrind Gives Industrial Plastic a Productive Second Life

9/9/2026

 
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Regrind Gives Industrial Plastic a Productive Second Life

For manufacturers, controlling material costs and reducing waste are ongoing priorities. Industrial plastic regrind can help address both.

At SEB Recycling Solutions in Jackson, Tennessee, we purchase, process and sell industrial plastic materials, turning usable plastic into regrind that can return to productive use. Instead of allowing valuable material to become waste, regrinding creates another opportunity for it to serve a practical purpose.

What Is Plastic Regrind?
Regrind is produced when industrial plastic is collected, sorted and processed into smaller, consistently sized pieces. Depending on the material and its intended application, manufacturers may use regrind by itself or blend it with virgin resin. The result is a material option that can offer meaningful economic and environmental advantages.

Helping Manufacturers Control Material Costs
Virgin plastic resin is not always necessary for every component or product. In suitable applications, regrind may provide the performance a manufacturer needs at a lower material cost. This can be especially valuable when producing non-visible components, utility products, packaging materials and other items where function is more important than a flawless cosmetic appearance.

Some manufacturers also blend regrind with virgin resin. This approach can help reduce costs while maintaining particular characteristics required for the finished product.

Keeping Industrial Plastic in Use
Regrind also gives manufacturers a practical way to support waste-reduction goals.
When industrial plastic is recovered and processed for reuse, less material is discarded and fewer new raw materials may be required. This helps keep usable plastic in circulation and supports a more efficient approach to manufacturing. Recycling industrial plastic is not simply about disposing of unwanted material differently. It is about recognizing that the material may still have value.

Understanding the Variables
Regrind is not the right choice for every product or production process. Its properties can vary depending on the original material, how it was handled and how it was processed.

Those differences may affect strength, flexibility, appearance and molding performance. Manufacturers may also need to adjust temperatures, cycle times or other processing parameters when incorporating regrind.

That is why proper evaluation and experienced material handling matter. SEB Recycling Solutions works to provide dependable materials for appropriate applications while helping customers understand the practical considerations involved.

Where Can Regrind Be Used?
Potential applications include:
  • Interior or non-visible components used within larger assemblies
  • Buckets, crates, containers and storage products
  • Shipping pallets and protective packaging
  • Products made with a combination of regrind and virgin resin
  • Other industrial applications where cost and function take priority over appearance

The suitability of regrind depends on the material, manufacturing process and performance requirements of the finished product.

Finding Value in Material That Might Otherwise Be Wasted
For the right application, regrind can deliver more than one benefit. It can lower material expenses, reduce industrial plastic waste and help manufacturers make better use of available resources.

SEB Recycling Solutions brings experience in buying, selling and processing industrial plastics for businesses throughout the Southeast. Whether your company has excess plastic material to move or needs regrind for production, our team is ready to discuss the possibilities.

To learn more, contact SEB Recycling Solutions at (731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537.

What the Oil Market Is Teaching Manufacturers About Recycled Plastic

8/23/2026

 
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For years, the conversation around recycled plastic was largely about sustainability.

This year, that conversation changed.

Suddenly, recycled material wasn't just an environmental option. For manufacturers around the world, it became part of a much bigger discussion about cost, supply, availability, and risk.

The reason?   Oil.

Plastic and Oil Are More Connected Than Many Businesses Realize
Virgin plastic begins with fossil-fuel feedstocks. That means major changes in global oil and natural gas markets can eventually work their way into the cost of producing plastic resin.

The conflict in the Middle East this year offered a dramatic example.

Disruptions involving the Strait of Hormuz affected the movement of crude oil, petrochemical feedstocks, and finished resins. During the height of the disruption this spring, virgin plastic prices rose sharply in a number of markets as manufacturers dealt with tighter supplies, higher energy costs, and more expensive transportation.

That created an interesting change in the plastics market.

Recycled plastic is suddenly even more competitive.

The Situation May Change, But the Lesson Will Not
Oil prices may have eased from earlier this year.  But the events of this year revealed something important.

A manufacturing operation that depends entirely on virgin material is also exposed to forces far beyond the walls of the plant.
  • Oil markets.
  • International shipping.
  • Petrochemical production.
  • Trade disruptions.
  • Geopolitical events.
  • Transportation costs.

Any one of those can affect availability and pricing.
Recycled material offers a reliable, consistent source of supply.
Especially valuable when oil prices aren't predictable.

Recycled Plastic Should Be More Than a Sustainability Decision
For manufacturers, recycled plastic has traditionally been discussed in terms of landfill diversion and environmental goals. 
Those benefits remain important.
But there is another side to the equation: Recycled plastic is produced from material that already exists.

Post-industrial scrap, production waste, off-spec parts, purge, runners, containers, pallets, film, and other recoverable plastics can be collected, processed, and returned to the manufacturing supply chain.

That means every pound successfully recovered represents material that does not have to begin its life all over again as virgin resin. 
In a volatile market, that matters.

Your Scrap Stream May Be Part of the Solution
Here's where this becomes especially relevant for manufacturers.

The plastic accumulating inside your facility may be exactly the type of material somebody else needs.
  • Clean HDPE.
  • Polypropylene.
  • LDPE.
  • PET.
  • Production scrap.
  • Off-spec material.
  • Reusable plastic packaging.

What looks like a disposal issue on one side of the supply chain can become raw material on the other.

That's the circular economy in practical terms.

Not theory. 
Not a slogan. Material gets used, recovered, processed, and put back to work.

Clean Material Becomes Even More Important
When recycled material becomes more attractive to manufacturers, quality matters.

Clean, properly separated plastic is easier to process and easier to return to productive use.
Contamination lowers value.

Mixed materials create processing challenges.
Poor storage can turn recyclable material into material nobody wants.

That's why a good industrial recycling program starts before the truck ever arrives.


Knowing what material you generate, keeping it separated, storing it correctly, and moving it efficiently can make a significant difference in the value of your scrap stream.

Don't Wait for the Next Market Shock
Oil may be lower today than it was this spring.

It may go lower.
It may go higher.
Nobody operating a manufacturing facility can control that.

But you can control what happens to the recoverable plastic being generated inside your operation every day.

The events of 2026 have made one thing very clear: recycled plastic isn't simply part of an environmental conversation anymore.

It is part of the supply-chain conversation.  It is part of the cost conversation.
And increasingly, it is part of the business-continuity conversation.

At SEB Recycling Solutions, we help manufacturers identify recoverable plastic streams, improve material handling, reduce unnecessary disposal, and turn plastic scrap back into a useful commodity.
The market will keep changing.   Your recycling strategy should be ready for it.

What plastic is leaving your facility today that could be working for you, and others, tomorrow?
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📞 Call or text SEB Recycling Solutions at (731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537 and let's take a closer look at your plastic waste stream.

That Pile of Plastic? Money.

4/13/2026

 
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Walk through most manufacturing facilities and you’ll see it…

Bins, Gaylords, pallets, scrap piles.


To most operations, it looks like waste.

But in reality, it’s something else entirely.

It’s untapped revenue.

At SEB Recycling Solutions, we work with companies every day that don’t realize how much value is sitting in their plastic streams. Materials like HDPE, LDPE, polypropylene, and more aren’t just byproducts… they’re assets waiting to be recovered.

The Hidden Cost of “Not Dealing With It”
When plastic scrap gets pushed aside, a few things start happening:
  • Floor space disappears
  • Handling becomes inefficient
  • Disposal costs increase
  • Valuable material turns into a liability
It’s not just clutter. It’s money slipping through the cracks.

What If Your Waste Paid You Back?
Instead of paying to haul it off, manufacturers are partnering with SEB to:
  • Turn scrap into revenue streams
  • Reduce landfill and disposal costs
  • Improve workflow and organization
  • Create consistent material recovery systems
And the best part? It doesn’t require new staff, new equipment, or disruption to your operation.

We Handle the Heavy Lifting
SEB Recycling Solutions is built for industrial scale.
We process up to 80,000 pounds of plastic per day, handling everything from pickup and sorting to grinding and resale.
That means your team stays focused on production… while we turn your excess into something valuable.

It Starts With a Simple Conversation
Most companies already have everything they need… they just haven’t looked at it the right way yet.
We’ll help you:
  • Identify what you have
  • Determine what it’s worth
  • Build a system that works with your operation​
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Stop Paying to Throw It Away
If you’re still treating plastic scrap like waste, you’re missing an opportunity.

Let’s change that.

📞Call or text SEB Recycling Solutions at (731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537 and let’s turn your plastic into profit.

Why “Clean Plastic” Matters More Than Ever in Industrial Recycling

2/26/2026

 
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In industrial recycling, not all plastic waste is created equal. While volume matters, cleanliness is often the deciding factor in whether plastic becomes a valuable recycled commodity or an expensive disposal problem.

That’s why SEB Recycling Solutions places such a strong emphasis on clean plastic streams for its customers.

What Is Considered “Clean Plastic”?
Clean plastic generally means material that is free from excessive contamination such as food residue, oil, dirt, labels, mixed materials, or moisture. In manufacturing and industrial settings, this often includes:
  • Post-industrial plastic scrap
  • Trim, purge, and off-spec material
  • Plastic packaging materials
  • Production byproducts that haven’t been exposed to heavy contaminants
SEB works closely with facilities to identify which materials qualify as clean plastic and how to keep them that way throughout the collection process.

Why Clean Plastic Has Higher Value
One of the biggest advantages of clean plastic is market value. Clean, well-sorted material is easier to process, easier to reuse, and far more desirable to downstream buyers. SEB Recycling Solutions helps customers maximize value by ensuring plastics can be:
  • Reground or pelletized efficiently
  • Reintroduced into manufacturing streams
  • Sold at stronger market pricing
When contamination is reduced, processing costs go down — and returns often go up.

How Contamination Hurts Recycling Programs
Even small amounts of contamination can create big problems. Mixed materials, excessive residue, or moisture can:
  • Lower the quality of recycled output
  • Increase processing time and cost
  • Cause rejected loads or downgraded pricing
  • Push recyclable material toward landfills
SEB Recycling Solutions routinely helps companies identify contamination points in their workflow and correct them before they become costly habits.

How SEB Helps Keep Plastic Streams Clean
SEB doesn’t just haul material away — they help design smarter recycling systems. By partnering with SEB Recycling Solutions, facilities benefit from:
  • Guidance on proper material separation
  • Recommendations for storage and handling
  • Logistics planning that prevents cross-contamination
  • Consistent pickup schedules that reduce overflow and exposure
SEB’s hands-on approach helps ensure plastic stays recyclable from the moment it leaves the production line.

Clean Plastic = Sustainable + Profitable
Sustainability and profitability don’t have to be opposites. Clean plastic streams reduce landfill dependence, lower disposal costs, and create reusable raw material. SEB Recycling Solutions helps companies turn what was once considered waste into a reliable resource.

By prioritizing clean plastic practices today, manufacturers can strengthen their recycling programs, improve compliance, and create long-term value — with SEB Recycling Solutions as a trusted partner every step of the way.

📞 SEB Recycling Solutions  Call us at (731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537

How to Build an Industrial Plastic Recycling Strategy That Pays Off in 2026

2/15/2026

 
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Industrial plastic recycling has shifted from being a “nice-to-have” sustainability effort to a smart operational and financial strategy. Companies that treat recycling as part of their production process — not an afterthought — are seeing reduced disposal costs, cleaner operations, and new revenue opportunities.

The key is building a recycling strategy that actually works.

Start With a Real Waste Stream Assessment
Many businesses underestimate the value of the plastic leaving their facility every day. Film, purge, scrap, regrind, runners, and post-industrial packaging often end up treated as waste when they still hold significant value.
A successful recycling strategy begins with identifying:
  • What plastic types you generate
  • How much volume is produced
  • Where contamination or inefficiencies occur

This is where working with an experienced industrial recycler matters. SEB Recycling Solutions helps businesses identify which materials can be recovered, reused, or monetized instead of sent to disposal.

Turn Recycling Goals Into Business Goals
Recycling programs perform best when tied directly to measurable outcomes. Forward-thinking companies set goals such as:
  • Lowering disposal and hauling costs
  • Generating revenue from scrap plastic
  • Improving sustainability reporting
  • Simplifying internal waste handling

SEB Recycling Solutions works with manufacturers and processors to align recycling goals with real financial and operational results, not just environmental metrics.

Build a Collection System That Actually Works
One of the most common failures in recycling programs is poor collection and sorting. When plastics are mixed, contaminated, or inconsistently handled, value is lost.
An effective system includes:
  • Clearly defined collection points
  • Proper separation by material type
  • Clean, dry storage before pickup

SEB Recycling Solutions helps design practical, facility-specific collection setups
that keep operations efficient while maximizing material value.

Choose a Recycling Partner That Understands Industrial Scale
Not all recyclers are equipped to handle industrial volumes or specialized plastic streams. A true partner should understand manufacturing environments, logistics, and material markets.
SEB Recycling Solutions brings hands-on experience in industrial plastic procurement, processing, and logistics, helping businesses move material efficiently while maintaining quality and consistency.

Optimize Processing, Pickup, and Logistics
Recycling should never slow production or create bottlenecks. Scheduling, transportation, and processing must fit seamlessly into daily operations.

With dependable pickup, flexible logistics, and processing solutions tailored to your material mix, SEB Recycling Solutions removes the friction that often causes recycling programs to stall or fail.

Track Performance and Improve Over Time
The most successful recycling strategies are continuously evaluated. Companies that track volumes, cost savings, and recovered revenue are able to refine their programs and improve year after year.

SEB Recycling Solutions provides transparency and insight so businesses can see exactly how their recycling program is performing — and where additional value can be unlocked.

Industrial plastic recycling, when done right, becomes a competitive advantage. It reduces costs, improves efficiency, and turns waste into opportunity. With the right strategy and the right partner, recycling can pay off well beyond 2026.
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📞 SEB Recycling Solutions
Call us at (731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537 to start building a recycling strategy that pays.

It’s a Wonderful Life and Industrial Recycling: the Parallels

12/16/2025

 
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At its core, It’s a Wonderful Life isn’t just a Christmas movie...it’s a story about systems, sacrifice, and unseen value. It’s about how everyday decisions quietly shape outcomes, even when the results aren’t immediately visible.

That same principle applies to the business of industrial plastic recycling.

At SEB Recycling Solutions, the work may not be dramatic or flashy. But like the foundation of Bedford Falls, it’s essential — and when it’s missing, the impact is felt everywhere.

George Gives Up
In the film, George Bailey repeatedly puts his own plans on hold to keep things running. In manufacturing, plastic scrap is often treated the same way — something dealt with later, postponed, or pushed aside in favor of “bigger priorities.”

The result?  Plastic accumulates, floor space disappears, disposal costs rise, and usable material quietly becomes a liability. SEB exists to change that outcome by helping manufacturers take control of plastic waste before it becomes a problem.

The Run on the Bank
When pressure hits, systems are tested. In manufacturing, volatility shows up as fluctuating resin prices, supply chain disruptions, and rising material costs.

SEB helps stabilize that pressure by turning post-industrial plastic into regrind and pellets manufacturers can reuse or source reliably. Recycling, when done intentionally, becomes a way to reduce exposure to uncertainty instead of reacting to it.

Potter’s Version of Town
The movie’s turning point shows what happens when a system designed for community and balance is removed. In industrial terms, this is what happens when recycling is treated as an afterthought.
Without a reliable recycling partner, manufacturers often face:
  • Higher waste-handling costs
  • Inefficient material flow
  • Missed opportunities to recover value
  • Increased sustainability pressure with fewer solutions

SEB’s role is to prevent that alternate version — by creating structure where chaos would otherwise take over.

The Bridge Moment
This is where everything feels overwhelming — and decisions matter most. For manufacturers, that moment often comes during expansion, cost reviews, or year-end planning.

As companies look ahead to 2026, recycling decisions can no longer be reactive. SEB helps manufacturers step back, evaluate their plastic streams, and build intentional material recovery strategies that support long-term efficiency.

The Town Shows Up
In the end, the system works because people do their part. Industrial recycling works the same way — when the right partner is in place.
SEB brings experience, logistics, processing capability, and quality control together so manufacturers don’t have to manage it alone. Whether you’re sending plastic scrap out or sourcing recycled material back in, SEB becomes part of the operational framework — not an added burden.

“No Man Is a Failure Who Has Friends”
The lesson is simple: strong partnerships create better outcomes. In manufacturing, that means working with recyclers who understand production realities, material quality, and business objectives.

Whether your operation generates post-industrial plastic scrap or you’re sourcing reliable regrind or pellets, SEB Recycling Solutions is ready to be part of your material strategy. Now is the time to start the conversation, evaluate your plastic streams, and build a smarter, more efficient system for the year ahead.

​To learn how SEB can help turn industrial plastic waste into measurable value, call or text (731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537. Let’s put the right process in place for 2026 — and beyond.​

Turn Waste Into Revenue: How Manufacturers Can Profit Through Partnership With SEB Recycling Solutions

11/10/2025

 
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Across the manufacturing industry, one challenge keeps showing up — too much waste taking up too much space.

Plastic dunnage, offcuts, packaging, broken pallets — it all piles up fast and costs money to store or haul away.

What if that same material could become a new source of revenue?
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That’s where SEB Recycling Solutions comes in. We help manufacturers transform surplus and scrap plastics into value through efficient pickup, processing, and purchase — no extra equipment, no new staffing, no hassle.

1. Start With a Smart Waste Review
Recycling success starts with understanding what you already have. SEB helps factories identify the plastics and materials within their operations that can be recovered, resold, or repurposed — often uncovering revenue opportunities where none seemed to exist.

From HDPE and LDPE to PP and mixed plastics, our team evaluates your surplus material, determines what holds value, and sets up a straightforward plan to collect and process it.
The result? Less clutter, fewer disposal fees, and an immediate improvement in operational efficiency.

2. Let SEB Handle the Heavy Lifting
At SEB Recycling Solutions, we bring the capability, not the complication. Our facility is equipped to process up to 80,000 pounds of plastic per day, utilizing industrial shredders, balers, compactors, and granulators to efficiently prepare materials for reuse.

We provide the equipment, manpower, and logistics — you simply stage the recyclable material, and we handle the rest. From pickup to processing to payment, SEB makes it simple and seamless.

No new infrastructure. No maintenance. Just results.

3. Keep It Simple and Efficient
The best recycling systems are the simplest ones. SEB helps clients establish clean, organized collection points on-site so recyclables stay separate from general waste. Proper source separation increases material quality and ensures you get the best possible return.

We work with your team to design a flow that fits your operation — not the other way around.

4. Turn Surplus Into a Reliable Revenue Stream
Every shipment of recyclable material leaving your facility through SEB is more than waste — it’s recovered value.

We purchase and process a wide range of industrial plastics, helping manufacturers across multiple industries reduce landfill costs, clear up valuable floor space, and create a recurring income stream from what used to be discarded.

It’s sustainability that pays for itself.

5. Compliance You Can Count On
Environmental responsibility shouldn’t come with paperwork headaches. SEB ensures every pound of material we process meets local, state, and federal environmental standards.

We handle all the documentation, reporting, and logistics — so you can focus on production while maintaining a strong record of compliance and sustainability.

6. Partner With Experience, Not Experimentation
Every manufacturing operation is different, but all share the same goal — efficiency.
SEB Recycling Solutions brings decades of experience, industrial-scale processing, and reliable pickup schedules to ensure your materials move quickly and profitably.

We’re not just a recycler; we’re a partner in turning your waste stream into a steady, sustainable revenue stream.

Ready to Turn Waste Into Profit?
Stop paying to dispose of recyclable material — and start earning from it.

Let SEB Recycling Solutions show you how easy and rewarding industrial recycling can be.
📞 Call us today at (731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537

Making Moves Now for Changes That May Be Coming

10/2/2025

 
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In Europe, new regulations are pushing manufacturers to use more recycled content in their products — and U.S. companies would be wise to pay attention. These mandates, often requiring 25–50% recycled material in goods, are reshaping how factories operate, manage their waste, and source raw materials.

At SEB Recycling Solutions, we believe the time to act isn’t when rules arrive — it’s before.

​Based in Jackson, Tennessee, SEB works with industrial clients across the Southeast, helping turn plastic scrap into usable feedstock.


What European Moves Teach Us
Regulations in Europe now require brands to declare how much recycled content is used in their products. That means manufacturers are being forced to reinvent processes — separating waste differently, improving quality control, and integrating closed-loop systems. Where waste was once a liability, it’s becoming a strategic asset.

SEB’s Roadmap to Readiness

SEB offers a suite of services to help businesses stay ahead:
  • Turn production waste into high-quality regrind or pellets
  • Audit and optimize your waste stream for reuse
  • Provide secure transport and logistics over a wide service area
  • Ensure consistent quality to make recycled content viable
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With our expertise in plastics like polycarbonate, ABS, PP, LDPE, and HDPE — and decades in recycling — SEB is positioned to be your partner through regulatory change.

Why You Shouldn’t Wait

Transitioning early helps you:
  • Lock in reliable supply of recycled material
  • Cushion against rising raw material costs
  • Align with evolving sustainability standards and brand expectations
  • Gain a competitive edge as compliance becomes a requirement​
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The European model shows us what may be coming. 

SEB Recycling Solutions
Jackson, TN
📞 (731) 803-1228 | (731) 437-0537
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Turning plastic waste into opportunity — and helping you prepare for what’s next.

Understanding Plastic Types and How SEB Recycling Solutions Handles Them

8/14/2025

 
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At SEB Recycling Solutions, we don’t just recycle — we help manufacturers, distributors, and industrial operations recover value from their plastic waste streams. Every day, we handle thousands of pounds of post-industrial plastics, diverting them from landfills and reintroducing them into supply chains as usable raw materials.

Here’s a closer look at the most common plastics we process, and how they’re reused.

PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)
PET isn’t just for soda bottles. In the industrial world, it shows up in strapping, thermoformed packaging, and bulk product containers. At SEB, PET can be ground down into flake and reused for new packaging, textiles, or industrial fibers — giving manufacturers a steady source of recycled feedstock.

HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
One of the most valuable plastics we see, HDPE is tough, versatile, and highly recyclable. It comes through our doors as drums, pallets, conduit, pipe, and industrial containers. Once processed, HDPE becomes regrind used in lumber, piping, pallets, and heavy-duty packaging.

LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)
LDPE is widely used in film wrap, stretch wrap, liners, and flexible industrial packaging. While thin plastics can be a challenge for consumer recyclers, SEB has the equipment and know-how to process this material efficiently. Recycled LDPE is often used in composite lumber, garbage can liners, and new stretch film products.

PP (Polypropylene)
Polypropylene is everywhere in industrial operations — from automotive parts to totes, buckets, and caps. PP regrind is in high demand and can be reused in injection molding, automotive components, and reusable shipping products.

Other Plastics
PVC, polystyrene, and certain multi-layer composites are less common in industrial recycling because of contamination or safety concerns. While these aren’t always recyclable, SEB works with partners and clients to identify safe disposal alternatives and reduce waste wherever possible.

Why Industrial Plastics Recycling Matters
For manufacturers and distributors, recycling isn’t just about sustainability — it’s about efficiency, cost savings, and supply chain reliability.

By converting scrap plastic into usable material, SEB helps businesses:
  • Reduce landfill disposal costs
  • Meet sustainability and compliance goals
  • Strengthen the supply of recycled feedstock for U.S. manufacturers

Partner With SEB Recycling Solutions
Located in Jackson, TN, SEB Recycling Solutions serves industrial clients across a six-hour radius. With deep expertise in plastics procurement and recycling, we provide businesses with practical, large-scale solutions for managing plastic scrap.

Your industrial plastic isn’t waste — it’s opportunity. Let’s recycle it together.

📞 Call us today at 731-803-1228 or 731-437-0537 to get started.
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SEB Recycling Solutions LLC
2544 Bells Hwy
Jackson, TN 38305
​email: 
[email protected] or [email protected]

(731) 803-1228 or (731) 437-0537
OFFICE HOURS
​Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 6:00 pm CDT
Saturday & Sunday   Closed

Alternate Mailing address:
P.O. BOX 11836
Jackson, TN 38308
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