Origin Materials Launches PET Bottle Cap Production in Reed City, Michigan
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Origin Materials ("Origin") has commenced commercial production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle caps at its facility in Reed City, Michigan.
This is a significant industry advancement for sustainability in packaging.
Most bottle closures and caps are currently made from polypropylene (PP) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE).
These two plastics are less compatible with current recycling streams and therefore are infrequently recycled.
By making caps and closures from PET plastic, the idea is that you could place the cap back on your bottle, place in your curbside recycling bin, and the whole thing would be recycled.
It's a major step toward reducing the amount of plastic that ends up in landfills.
Origin's first CapFormer production line is operational and expected to manufacture hundreds of millions of PCO 1881-compliant PET caps annually.
These caps are designed to enhance packaging sustainability and performance, offering improved recyclability and other benefits.
CEO and co-founder John Bissell expressed pride in reaching this milestone, noting that the initial CapFormer line is meeting expectations.
He also highlighted ongoing efforts to refine manufacturing processes, aiming for increased production rates and better unit economics in future lines.
The company plans to introduce additional CapFormer systems throughout 2025 to meet the strong market demand for its PET caps.
Origin Materials' partnership with Reed City Group has been instrumental in achieving this production capability.
The collaboration has enabled the company to establish a manufacturing presence in Michigan, contributing to the anticipated growth in PET cap production.
The company's innovative approach positions it to address the $65 billion closures market, with a focus on enhancing the sustainability and performance of packaging solutions across various industries.
Read more on this innovative launch in the original article on Recycling Today News.