We buy compacted expanded polystyrene (EPS) and recycle it into new products. If you generate EPS packaging waste, we can help you reduce disposal costs and improve recycling performance with clear acceptance guidance and organised collections.
Once compacted, expanded polystyrene (EPS) can be recycled efficiently and reprocessed into useful new materials. Because EPS is lightweight and bulky, compaction is often the key to making storage, transport, and recycling far more cost-effective.
Plastic Waste Recycling Ltd supports businesses that generate EPS through packaging, distribution, manufacturing, and food supply chains. If you already compact your EPS, we can review the material quality and advise on the most practical collection option based on your volumes and location.
Bullet list (examples of where EPS waste comes from):
White goods and appliance packaging – deliveries, distribution centres, and warehouses
Protective packaging – manufacturing, logistics, and fulfilment operations
Food and chilled packaging (where suitable) – subject to assessment for cleanliness and contamination
If you are considering investing in compaction equipment, we can provide practical guidance on how to improve bale/brick quality and consistency. Better compaction and cleaner loads typically improve acceptance and can increase the value of recyclable EPS.
Yes! Although EPS is not recycled by local authorities, compacted EPS is commonly recycled by recycling companies worldwide, using waste materials such as fish box packaging and food trays from manufacturers and turning them into insulation materials for the building trade.
Ecogen operate across the UK collected EPS waste from businesses for a competitive price, and offering competitive rebates for materials. Our recycling services help prevent waste from ending up in landfill, reducing your company’s impact on the environment.
No, but thanks to our extensive links in the industry we can provide recommendations of where to find the best EPS compaction equipment to help free up space and recycle your EPS waste.
A reliable service that helped us reduce disposal issues and keep packaging waste under control
Clear guidance on improving compaction and keeping loads clean. Collections have been organised and communication has been excellent.
We had a build-up of compacted EPS from deliveries. The team confirmed acceptance quickly and arranged a smooth collection process.
