Vinidex lifts recycling to 76% with REMONDIS’s tailored solution

The challenge

The primary challenge for Vinidex’s manufacturing facility at Smithfield, NSW, was the disposal of plastic waste arising from the manufacturing of PVC, PC and PP pipes. Prior to REMONDIS commencing in June 2024, the majority of waste was going directly to landfill; on average, around 40 tonnes per month. Vinidex – and parent company Aliaxis – identified this as a major concern and set their sights on significantly improving all recycling rates and waste diversion from landfill.

The REMONDIS solution

REMONDIS’s dedicated Project Manager and team undertook a comprehensive waste audit at Vinidex’s Smithfield facility to identify all outputs from the manufacturing process and site operations. The team gained an understanding of how the site operated and the rationale for current practices, and then were able to identify changes which could be made without affecting operations. 

Once waste products were identified as recyclable, potential recovery options were then discussed. This included engaging specialist vendors – drawing on REMONDIS’s extensive partner network – to attend site to provide feedback on what can and can’t be viably recycled. 

Having identified all recyclable materials and introduced new services into Vinidex’s waste management plan, training programs educated employees on what materials can be disposed together, and how recyclables can be stored. 

Importantly, Vinidex identified a ‘Waste Champion’ from among their staff, who became the main contact to assist with any changes, and to positively champion change.