NOVA Chemicals has announced its first polyethylene (PE) film recycling facility SYNDIGOI in Indiana, USA, set to produce100 million lbs. of SYNDIGO recycled PE (rLLDPE), suitable for food- and non-food grade packaging applications.
The facility spans 450,000 sq. ft and can recycle 145,000 bales of end-of-life plastic film, with full production expected by early 2026. Last year NOVA announced plans to build the facility and work with Novolex to operate it.
The plastic film waste will be processed into pellets and sold as NOVA Chemicals’ SYNDIGO recycled linear, low-density polyethylene (rLLDPE), suitable for a variety of packaging applications including trash can liners and food packaging. Reportedly, A grade of SYNDIGO rLLDPE has FDA compliance for all food types under Conditions of Use B through H and can be used to add recycled content for food packaging applications such as refrigerator items and freezer packaging.
NOVA says the facility will collect on average 400 bales of plastic film each day or 14,000 bales each month. Three of four lines are currently in operation, with the facility due to be fully operational by the end of 2025.
In related news, Berry Global’s flexible films division unveiled its new Bontite Sustane Stretch Film with 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content, said to be recyclable post-use where PE film collections exist. The range includes films made from virgin materials as well as various types of recycled plastic.
This month Taghleef Industries introduced its new polyolefin (PO) TD shrink sleeve film, SHAPE360 TDSW, designed for applying opaque white labels to clear PET bottles. The film is designed for high ink adhesion, preventing ink bleeding during recycling and ensuring optimal recyclate purity.
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