EPS foam is a versatile lightweight plastic that is low-cost but has good performance. However, EPS foam has also been criticized for its environmental impact and lack of recycling infrastructure. Through the work of the Foodservice Packaging Institute's (FPI) Foam Recycling Coalition, that is, however, changing grant by grant.

The FRC's award program is available to governmental, corporate, and non-profit groups that operate drop-off locations, curbside programs, or material recovery facilities (MRFs) and are seeking to promote EPS recycling. Applications for eligible entities may be submitted from March 18 through April 22, 2024, with a maximum grant amount of $50,000. The organization's help with EPS foam recycling never stops.

However, how to apply for these subsidies specifically? This may be a question for many people in the industry. First, you need to prepare a series of documents required by the department in accordance with local policies. As a well-known provider of foam recycling machines, GREENMAX has extensive experience. While helping customers design recycling plans, it also helps customers in different regions apply for local fund subsidies faster. These customers are not limited to the United States, but also include Netherlands, Italy, France and other regions. When you meet the conditions for applying for financial subsidies, you will have a greater chance of choosing a more satisfactory EPS foam compactor.

One of the main reasons why EPS foam has not been effectively recycled is that it is too bulky. In particular, the EPS packaging of some large goods has a larger volume and is different from the small pieces of EPS foam we commonly see every day. This is also the main reason why foam compactor is used.

Use a foam compactor to compress the EPS foam to a certain volume, so that no matter what processing method is chosen later (factory own use or sale), the EPS foam will become easier to handle and trade. The compression capacity of the GREENMAX foam compactor Apolo series is very good, the compression ratio can reach 50:1, and the maximum power can reach 300kg/h. It is the first choice model for many customers who are doing recycling projects for the first time.

If you are interested or have questions about the application for funding subsidies for recycling equipment and EPS foam recycling, please feel free to discuss with GREENMAX!