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AI technology sorts crushed plastic milk bottles for recycling
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- Biffa Polymers in Redcar uses AI to analyze plastic moving on conveyor belts at speeds difficult for people to match.
- AI identifies different plastic types using optical, infra-red scanning, and image analysis.
- Recycled milk bottles can return to fridges within two weeks according to the managing director.
- The plant employs about 200 workers freed by AI to focus on quality assurance rather than tedious tasks.
- AI helps identify high-density polyethylene bottles suitable for food-grade packaging when crushed or distorted.
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