GRUPPO YU SRL, a prominent seafood wholesaler based in Italy, specializes in supplying fresh salmon and other seafood products to local Chinese and Japanese restaurants. As their business grew after the pandemic, GRUPPO faced a surge in waste disposal costs due to the increasing number of discarded EPS (expanded polystyrene) fish boxes. To address this issue, the company sought an efficient solution to manage their EPS waste and reduce processing costs.
GRUPPO YU SRL discovered the GREENMAX EPS compactor, a machine that compresses waste EPS fish boxes into compact blocks that can be sold back to INTCO Recycling. Interested in its potential, GRUPPO representatives took the opportunity to visit INTCO's factory in China during a business trip. After witnessing the compactor's performance firsthand, they were impressed by its quality and efficiency. However, due to ongoing pandemic-related challenges, GRUPPO had to temporarily pause their plans to purchase the equipment.
As their business rebounded, GRUPPO reignited discussions with INTCO Recycling. After comparing the GREENMAX EPS compactor with other machines on the market, they concluded that the GREENMAX model offered the best value in terms of quality and cost-effectiveness. What made the decision even easier was INTCO local presence in Italy, which provided installation and after-sales support, giving GRUPPO a sense of security and convenience.
Ultimately, GRUPPO YU SRL decided to invest in the GREENMAX EPS compactor A-C200. The machine was delivered, installed, and operational by January of this year. Since then, GRUPPO has been highly satisfied with its performance, reporting that the compactor's operation runs seamlessly, transforming discarded fish boxes into valuable, recyclable raw materials.
Encouraged by the results, GRUPPO YU SRL is now preparing to expand their operations with a new factory, where they plan to install another GREENMAX EPS compactor. This strategy will further enhance their waste management process, turning a costly problem into a profitable recycling opportunity.
Through their partnership with INTCO Recycling, GRUPPO YU SRL has significantly reduced their waste disposal costs while creating a new revenue stream from recycled EPS. This collaboration not only benefits GRUPPO but also supports their commitment to sustainable practices, setting an example for other businesses in the industry.