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Advance Recycling — End-to-End Recycling Service

Each year, Singapore produces more than 7.7 million tons of waste, yet only 60% gets recycled. Companies are essential to narrowing this gap—and Advance Recycling delivers the expertise to make it happen.

As industries grow, so does the need for smarter waste handling. Our programs follow Singapore’s Zero Waste Masterplan, guaranteeing compliance and maximizing material recovery. From collection to processing, Advance Recycling simplify sustainability for commercial clients.

Organizations rely on us to handle complex streams such as electronics, plastics, and metals. With cutting-edge technology and transparent reporting, we convert waste into value—efficiently and responsibly.

Quick Takeaways

  • At 60% recycling, Singapore has clear opportunities to improve performance.
  • Businesses get full-spectrum solutions from Advance Recycling.
  • Our services meet Singapore’s stringent environmental rules.
  • We specialize in complex streams including e-waste and industrial byproducts.
  • Emphasizes efficiency and transparency throughout resource recovery.

Advance Recycling: Leading the Sustainability Charge

With over 15 years in Singapore’s waste sector, we pioneer sustainable solutions. Our know-how covers complex streams, from e-waste to industrial scrap, ensuring resources re-enter the economy responsibly.

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Who We Are

Advance Recycling combines deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge technology. Our qualified team holds qualifications in circular economy practices and waste handling, aligning with Singapore’s NEA standards.

  • Over 15 years of operational excellence in Singapore.
  • Advanced training for hazardous materials management.
  • Active in SG Clean and national Zero Waste initiatives.

What We Stand For

We’re committed to transparency and innovation. In partnership with the Sustainable Singapore Blueprint, we transform waste into value and protect the environment.

  • Core Values: Integrity, accountability, eco-friendly practices.
  • Goals: Lower landfill use and improve resource recovery.

Defining a Full Recycling Service

Businesses in Singapore face mounting pressure to manage waste efficiently. A complete recycling service simplifies the process, covering everything from pickup to final processing. It returns materials to production and reduces dependence on landfills.

Comprehensive Waste Management Solutions

Our end-to-end system includes:

  • Collection: Scheduled pickups for consistent waste removal.
  • Sorting: Sophisticated separation for plastics, metals, and e-waste.
  • Treatment: Secure conversion into reusable feedstocks.
  • Compliance Docs: Audit-ready reports for compliance.

Below is a comparison of standard vs tailored plans:

Category Baseline Plan Custom Plan
Frequency Weekly Flexible (from daily to monthly)
Materials Core items (paper, plastic) Specialized (e-waste, chemicals)
Documentation Basic summaries Detailed, audit-ready analytics

Customized for Business and Industry

Offices and factories have different needs. Factories benefit from volume-based pricing, while corporate clients prioritize convenience. For example:

  • One food manufacturer recycles 5 tons of packaging each month, reducing costs by 20%.
  • An electronics plant processes 500+ devices each quarter securely to meet NEA standards.

Audit processes are simplified by real-time tracking. All steps are documented—from pickup weights to disposal methods.

What We Recycle

From old smartphones to factory scrap, many materials can get a second life. We manage diverse streams to ensure safe, efficient recovery. Our methods comply with Singapore’s stringent environmental standards.

Responsible E-Waste Disposal

Discarded electronics contain hazardous items like mercury and lead. We process responsibly:

  • CRT monitors and lithium-ion batteries (tested for leaks).
  • Data-bearing devices (certified destruction to NEA standards).
  • Ni-Cd batteries plus circuit boards (manual dismantling).

Specialized equipment extracts reusable metals while neutralizing toxins.

Plastics & Metals — From Scrap to Reuse

We use infrared scanners to identify plastic types like PET, HDPE, and LDPE. Metal recovery reaches 98% purity using electromagnetic separation. Typical materials include:

  • ABS plastic generated by manufacturing.
  • Aluminum plus steel alloys (melted for reuse).

Specialized Items: Batteries, Steel, and More

Complex items call for customized approaches:

  • Lead-acid batteries processed with neutralization and lead recovery.
  • Stainless steel: Sorted by grade for smelting.
  • Mercury-containing devices: Sealed vacuum extraction.

All materials follow a documented chain of custody to remain compliant.

Our Full Recycling Service Process

Efficiency begins with a structured process. We ensure every material—from office paper to industrial scrap—is recovered responsibly. Using three steps, we maximize efficiency and meet NEA requirements.

Step 1 — Collection & Segregation

GPS-tracked vehicles with weight sensors optimize pickup routes. Teams use color-coded bins to separate plastics, metals, and hazardous items. That cuts contamination and accelerates disposal.

  • Sensor bins: Bin sensors trigger alerts when full.
  • Compliance labels: Labels aligned with NEA waste guidelines.

Step 2 — Transport & Handling

Hazardous materials like batteries are packed in triple-layer containers. Real-time tracking maintains secure facility transit. Drivers receive spill-response training.

  • e-Logs: Track waste weight and pickup times.
  • Temperature control: Prevents chemical degradation during transit.

Stage 3: Advanced Recovery

Infrared scanners sort plastics by type, while magnets extract metals. Our aluminum scrap recovery reaches 98%, 20% higher than average. All steps are documented for auditability.

  • Recovery reports: Show recovery rates by category.
  • Circular loops: Feed materials back into local manufacturing.

This end-to-end solution turns waste into resources without landfill reliance. Businesses gain transparency and compliance at every stage.

Advantages of Partnering with Advance Recycling

Sustainable waste solutions shouldn’t break the bank—or the planet. Partnering with us unlocks financial and environmental advantages, all while adhering to Singapore’s strict regulations.

Green Solutions with Strong ROI

Our waste-to-energy programs cut operational costs by up to 30%. For example, converting 1 ton of plastic waste generates enough energy to power 50 HDB flats for a day.

Companies can gain carbon credits via certified e-waste disposal. Compliance becomes a revenue opportunity, eligible within Singapore’s carbon trading mechanisms.

Compliance with Singapore’s Environmental Regulations

We make Resource Sustainability Act compliance simple. Digital audit trails provide 24/7 access to compliance records, from pickup to final processing.

Included in our solutions:

  • Automated NEA inspection reporting.
  • SCAL-certified hazardous material handling.
  • Real-time tracking that helps avoid penalties.

Cross-Industry Solutions

Every sector needs tailored waste strategies; one size doesn’t fit all. We tailor systems to manage sector-specific challenges, whether it’s high-volume factory scrap or confidential office paper disposal.

Industrial & Manufacturing

Industrial sites require robust solutions for heavy streams. Closed-loop systems recover up to 95% of automotive metal scrap, and semiconductor clients benefit from hazardous containment.

  • Chip sector waste: Secure handling of silicon wafers and chemical byproducts.
  • Automotive scrap: Melt, reform, and reuse steel alloys.
  • Customized schedules: Daily pickups for construction sites vs. weekly for warehouses.

Commercial & Office Waste Solutions

Retail has packaging volume; offices focus on data security. Cardboard compactors and secure shredders are deployed.

Offering Retail Sector Office
Frequency Bi-weekly pickups Monthly
Main Materials Plastic film and boxes Office paper, e-waste
Extras On-site balers Certified secure shredding

Regional HQs of Fortune 500 firms rely on audit-ready tracking. Food & beverage clients cut 25% using optimized schedules.

Sustainability’s Role in Recycling

With limited landfill space, sustainable practices are critical in Singapore. Semakau may be full by 2035, improper disposal increases ecological risk and costs. Responsible recovery converts this challenge into opportunity.

Reducing Environmental Risks

Each ton of recycled plastic prevents 2kg of marine debris. Our programs divert 3,000+ tons annually—equivalent to clearing 25 football fields of ocean waste.

Landfilled lithium batteries and other hazardous materials pose fire risks. We use certified processing to neutralize risks and recover valuable metals.

Enabling the Circular Economy

Discarded electronics become urban furniture via upcycling. Partner workshops repurpose circuit boards into benches at 15 HDB hubs across Singapore.

Tuas Nexus converts food waste to biogas, powering 200+ households each month. Closed-loop systems keep materials in use longer, cutting virgin resource needs by 40%.

  • Annual impact: 12,000 tons of CO2 cut via recovery programs.
  • Audited metrics: Third-party audits verify sustainability progress.
  • Community partnerships: Businesses and schools team up for cleanup efforts.

Tech-Enabled Recycling

Modern recycling relies on smart systems to maximize efficiency and security. Facilities across Singapore integrate AI and blockchain for precise recovery.

Innovative Sorting and Processing Techniques

AI optical scanners deliver 99.5% purity—well above manual sorting. Using hyperspectral imaging, plastics are identified in milliseconds.

Partnering with NTU improves polymer recovery via enzymatic breakdown. This approach extracts raw materials minus toxic byproducts.

  • Blockchain ensures traceability end-to-end
  • Electromagnetic separators recover metals with 98% efficiency
  • Robotic systems manage hazardous items including lithium batteries

Securing Data During E-Waste Processing

IMDA-certified, military-grade wiping is required for corporate IT assets. We use a three-pass overwrite that meets strict cybersecurity standards in Singapore.

We provide serialized destruction certificates for audit trails. Every device undergoes:

  1. Inspecting hardware for data components
  2. Degaussing of magnetic media
  3. Final shredding to 2mm particles

R&D teams continuously test new encryption-breaking techniques. Ensuring compliance as storage technology advances.

Proven Results

Real-world results showcase how businesses transform waste into value. Across aerospace, retail, and property, clients achieve measurable milestones. Two examples below highlight solutions and impact.

Major Manufacturer Cuts Waste

Our closed-loop approach helped ST Engineering’s aerospace arm reduce waste by *40%*. Compactors were deployed for metal scrap and staff trained on segregation. Landfill reliance fell sharply within one year.

Steel alloy recovery delivered *S$220k annual* savings for Keppel Shipyard. Electromagnetic separation reached 98% purity, converting scrap to reusable materials. The results show industrial waste can yield profit.

Retail Chains Go Sustainable

Decathlon’s 15 Singapore outlets hit *100% compliance* with NEA regulations. We streamlined packaging waste collection and provided audit-ready reports. Their green certification now boosts customer trust.

Mattress recycling at IKEA turns foam into urban furniture. CapitaLand diverted *98% of waste* from landfills across its properties. Both brands showcase retail’s role in circular economies.

  • ST Eng.: Waste down 40% using training plus compactors.
  • Keppel Shipyard: Metal recovery saved S$220k annually.
  • Decathlon SG: 100% NEA compliance at all outlets.
  • CapitaLand Group: Portfolio approaching near-zero landfill use.

Bringing It All Together

Advance Recycling operates as an NEA-licensed leader in Singapore waste management. Our tailored solutions address urban challenges, from e-waste to industrial scrap.

Beyond compliance, businesses join the Green Plan 2030 mission. Book a free waste audit today. We respond within 24 hours on urgent requests.

Every partnership helps reduce landfill reliance. Let’s build a cleaner, resource-efficient future for Singapore—together.