Transforming Waste Performance at a Manufacturing Facility

Waste Experts partnered with a large manufacturing facility to deliver a Total Waste Management solution focused on improving waste flow, reducing landfill reliance, increasing efficiency, and strengthening compliance across multiple waste streams.

Challenge

The site generated high volumes of mixed waste and already had on-site equipment in place, but struggled with inefficient waste movements, high landfill reliance, excessive vehicle handling, and rising operational costs - all while needing to maintain full regulatory compliance.

Solution

Waste Experts introduced a redesigned waste flow strategy, focusing on pre-loading materials, improving segregation, and redirecting waste higher up the waste hierarchy. Key changes included standing trailers, revised collection regimes, and improved hazardous waste handling.

Issue

High volumes of waste were being double-handled, sent to landfill unnecessarily, and moved using inefficient transport methods.

Approach

Waste Experts assessed site operations, introduced standing trailers for RDF bales, improved segregation infrastructure, and redirected waste to Energy from Waste and recycling routes while maintaining full Duty of Care.

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Resolution

Risk

The primary risks were non-compliance with hazardous waste regulations, inefficient vehicle movements increasing safety exposure, and environmental risk associated with high landfill dependency.

Response

We addressed compliance gaps with a tailored solution, aligning data practices with legal requirements across regions, and provided legal advice, operational updates, and staff training to ensure adherence.

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Outcome

As a result of the changes implemented, the manufacturing site significantly improved its waste performance and operational efficiency. Landfill reliance was reduced from 55% to just 2.5% within nine months, with approximately 30 tonnes of material per week diverted to more sustainable treatment routes. Improved waste segregation and pre-loading processes reduced on-site handling time by around four hours per week, minimised vehicle movements, and delivered measurable cost savings across multiple waste streams. All hazardous materials were consigned and treated in full compliance with regulatory requirements, strengthening both environmental performance and Duty of Care assurance.

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