As seen on Energy Matters: Discover how Popit’s recycling system helps milk processors recycle bottles in-house for less cost than using virgin HDPE - and without the contamination and market supply risks.
Plastic Recycling Systems
for milk processors
The Problem
Recycled HDPE is 40% more expensive than virgin HDPE — and rising.
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The Australian dairy industry has set targets for sustainable packaging, aiming for increased recycled content in packaging from 2025. But recycled HDPE is expensive, scarce, and can be contaminated when sourced from regular recycling streams.
The Popit Solution
Bottle takeback recycling — low-cost, in-house recycling for milk processors.
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Milk processors takeback their bottles and recycle in-house using Popit’s compact, affordable machinery. It’s a clean, closed-loop system — no third-party sorters, no commingled bin contamination, and no inflated plastic prices.
Why Milk Processors Choose Popit
Cut Material Costs
Avoid paying 40% more for recycled plastic — recycle in-house and save.
Reduce Crate Replacement
Bottle takeback increases crate return by 40%, reducing replacement costs.
Cut Labour Costs
Automated emptying of returned crates and processing of returned bottles.
Compact & Affordable
Small, modular units that deliver net savings to milk processors.
Avoid Contamination
Bypass commingled bins — takeback bottles direct from customers.
Built for You
Developed with milk bottling in mind — not retrofitted, but purpose-designed.