Waste Minimization Guidance Document - G157: In plant material processing options that can improve transportation efficiency and increase value

In-Plant Material Processing Options to Improve Transportation Efficiency and Increase Value

Managing materials efficiently inside your plant can significantly reduce transportation costs and increase the value of your outputs. By implementing in-plant processing strategies—such as size reduction, densification, or pre-sorting—you can optimize shipping, lower handling expenses, and create higher-value recycled or reusable materials. This resource explains practical options for improving material flow and sustainability.

What you’ll learn in this resource:

  • Why in-plant material processing improves transportation efficiency
  • Common processing methods (shredding, baling, compacting, sorting)
  • How these strategies increase material value for resale or reuse
  • Steps for integrating processing equipment into your workflow

Download the guide now and start turning operational efficiency into cost savings and sustainability gains.


FAQs

Why process materials in-plant before shipping?
It reduces transportation costs, minimizes storage space, and creates higher-value materials for recycling or resale.

What are common processing options?
Shredding, baling, compacting, and sorting are widely used to reduce volume and improve material quality.