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Recycling Uniforms presents formidable challenges, requiring meticulous planning, high textile expertise and precise logistical coordination at every step. This is why entrusting the task to a highly skilled and proven Uniform Provider is essential.
Pre-consumer
X Post-consumer
Start by examining whether the provider recycles pre-consumer or post-consumer waste, as each requires distinct recycling methods and will yield different outcomes for your company.
While many suppliers boast about recycling fibers, they often limit their efforts to pre-consumer waste. However, genuine reductions in environmental impact come from recycling post-consumer materials.
This process is significantly more complex and demands specialized expertise. This is where SKYPRO truly shines.
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Pre-Consumer waste comes from processing and manufacturing operations (e.g. fiber production, raw material processing, etc…).
Many suppliers offer global recycling at the pre-consumption stage.
Be aware: Pre-consumer waste recycling is not enough to help you achieve your sustainability goals.
The real Deal
Post-Consumer waste comes fromproducts end use.
Suppliers do not offer this recycling due to its complexity, that requires technical expertise, value chain control and precise logistics.
Recycling post-consumer waste is what truly reduces carbon and environmental footprint.
SKYPRO is revolutionizing the Uniform Industry by turning discarded apparel into valuable new materials. Our advanced Garment Recycling technology offers a sustainable solution to textile waste, reducing your environmental footprint and contributing to a circular economy.
SKYPRO’s expertise lies in processing blended fabrics like cotton/polyester and wool/polyester. We’ve mastered the art of separating and recycling these complex materials, ensuring maximum efficiency and value recovery.
Our cutting-edge mechanical recycling processes offer a significant environmental advantage over traditional methods. By reducing CO2 emissions by up to 90% across all fiber types, SKYPRO is leading the way in sustainable textile recycling.
Collecting old Uniforms is the first step in recycling but requires a tailored approach for each customer. SKYPRO leads in this area by using mySKYPRO to make custom plans for each client, and suggest different places where people can drop off their clothes – for example, at the employees’ company or at special drop-off spots around cities. We also prioritize carbon footprint assessments to minimize environmental impact.
Effective Uniform recycling depends on accurate sorting by fiber composition. Traditional manual sorting is labor-intensive and error-prone. SKYPRO addresses this with Automated Textile Sorting Technology, using near-infrared (NIR) scanning and optical sensors to quickly and accurately sort garments, enhancing recycling efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
Once sorted, Uniforms are disassembled to separate recyclable fabrics from non-recyclable elements like zippers and buttons. SKYPRO’s semi-automatic process ensures minimal contamination and maximizes recyclability. Our Eco-Uniforms are designed for easy disassembly, and we’re exploring heat-dissolvable stitching technology for faster, more efficient disassembly at scale.
Shredding breaks down disassembled textiles into smaller pieces for fiber recycling. Challenges like mixed fibers and non-textile materials make this process complex. SKYPRO has developed a unique approach to overcome these hurdles, integrating production and waste management across the textile value chain.
Spinning recycled fibers determines whether they are upcycled or downcycled into lower-value products. SKYPRO conducts detailed analysis and pilot testing to ensure optimal upcycling outcomes, particularly for clients with over 1,000 employees, maximizing impact on reducing textile waste.
The final step is weaving or knitting recycled yarns into new garments. Recycled yarns can be less consistent than virgin fibers, so SKYPRO focuses on selecting the best yarns and innovating methods to produce high-quality fabrics with a high percentage of recycled content, driving sustainability in the clothing industry.
We’re the pioneers of shoe recycling. Count on our expertise.
As a leader in sustainable Uniform Solutions, SKYPRO is proud to be the first company in the world to offer Post-Consumer Shoe Recycling. This commitment to environmental responsibility aligns with our vision of a more sustainable future.
Shoes are not reusable; so, making recycling a preferable choice.
SKYPRO’s industrial-scale footwear recycling process is a game-changer in the Uniform Industry.
We have pioneered exclusive mechanical techniques that precisely disassemble used shoes, recovering valuable materials for downcycling and upcycling with unmatched efficiency.
SKYPRO’s Uniform Recycling expertise is unmatched in the Uniform Industry. Our innovative Solutions not only reduce waste but also contribute to a more sustainable future. Join us in making a positive impact on the planet.
