Due to the growing awareness of environmental protection and government push, the plastic recycling industry in South Africa is steadily developing across the country. For example, the current PET bottle recycling rate is about 63%, and it will continue to grow in the future. The industry has a favorable development foreground, which is worth investing in.

Guide to Starting a Plastic Recycling Business in South Africa

South African Market Research

It’s important to do market research about your main business, which involves environmental protection regulations, production licenses, market demand, etc.

Determine Location and Budget

• Budget: According to the market survey results, determine the budget. The budget should consider expenses such as vehicles, machinery, salaries, venues, raw materials, etc. Clear your thoughts after that, and create a detailed business plan to facilitate the subsequent steps.
• Location: Given that a significant amount of waste plastic and water is required during the plastic recycling process, it is advisable to locate factories in areas where these resources are abundant. Additionally, it is important to consider factors such as budget, ease of transportation, and availability of labor resources.

Suitable Recycling Machinery Selection

The most important step is selecting suitable plastic recycling machines, which directly affect production efficiency and product quality. According to your main business, choose suitable plastic recycling machines.

For example, the Shuliy recycling lines are generally divided into four main categories, namely PET bottle recycling lines, plastic film recycling lines, rigid plastic recycling lines, and plastic foam recycling lines. Each plastic recycling line consists of several plastic recycling machines, specially designed for crushing, washing, pelletizing, and drying. Their capacities can be adjusted based on your production needs. For more specific, you can read the following website and consult our staff by clicking the right bottom corner link. We will provide the most sincere advice.

Equipment Installation and Commissioning

Cooperated with experienced and high-quality manufacturers like Shuliy, can provide technical support, record test run videos before shipment to ensure smooth operation, and assist with installation and adjustment of the equipment upon receipt. Next, employee operational training will be conducted.

How can Shuliy Help Your Plastic Recycling Business In South Africa?

• Shuliy can provide special machine designs for your factory based on your production environment. We have experience in collaborating with factories of all scales, and we can help you with site planning.
• As a plastic recycling specialist, Shuliy provides professional plastic recycling machines for sale, that offer various capacities. All of these machines are made of high-quality materials, which can be resist-corrosion, resist-impact, and durable. We can provide 3C certification and ISO certification.
• We provide detailed machine information before the sale. After the sale, we offer installation guidance, a one-year warranty, and on-site installation services.

In short, if you want to start your plastic recycling business in South Africa, but don’t know where to start, don’t hesitate to contact us. We have rich experience to help you. Look forward to your news!