Advance Recycling — End-to-End Recycling Service

Each year, Singapore produces more than 7.7 million tons of waste, yet only 60% gets recycled. Companies are essential to narrowing this gap—and Advance Recycling provides the know-how to achieve it.

As industry expands, the demand for smarter waste handling rises. Our solutions align with Singapore’s Zero Waste Masterplan, ensuring compliance while maximizing resource recovery. End-to-end—from collection to processing, Advance Recycling make sustainability simple for businesses.

Organizations rely on us to handle complex streams such as electronics, plastics, and metals. Backed by modern tech and clear reporting, we convert waste into value—responsibly and efficiently.

Quick Takeaways

• Only 60% of Singapore’s annual waste is recycled, leaving significant room to improve.
• Advance Recycling delivers comprehensive, end-to-end services for companies.
• All services adhere to Singapore’s rigorous environmental requirements.
• Specializes in challenging materials like e-waste and industrial byproducts.
• Focuses on transparency and efficiency in resource recovery.

About Advance Recycling — Leading in Sustainability

Drawing on more than 15 years of local experience, we drive sustainable innovations. We handle complex materials ranging from e-waste to industrial scrap, so resources re-enter the economy responsibly.

Our Team

Advance Recycling unites domain expertise and modern technology. Our certified workforce is trained in circular economy methods and waste handling, meeting Singapore NEA standards.

• Over 15 years of proven operations across Singapore.
• Specialized HAZMAT management training.
• Participants in SG Clean and Zero Waste programs.

Mission & Values

We commit to transparency and innovation. Partnering with the Sustainable Singapore Blueprint, we transform waste into value and protect the environment.

• Our Core Values: Integrity, accountability, eco-friendly practices.
• Goals: Cut landfill dependency and increase recovery rates.

Defining a Full Recycling Service

Singapore businesses face increasing pressure to manage waste efficiently. A complete recycling service makes the process straightforward, covering everything from pickup to final processing. It keeps materials in production cycles and cuts landfill use.

Comprehensive Waste Management Solutions

Our comprehensive system covers:

• Pickup: Regular pickups to ensure consistent removal.
• Separation: High-precision separation of plastics, metals, and e-waste.
• Material Processing: Safe conversion into reusable raw materials.
• Reporting: Detailed reports for regulatory compliance.

Below is a comparison of standard vs tailored plans:

Customized for Business and Industry

Commercial offices and manufacturing sites each have unique needs. Factories gain from volume pricing; corporate clients prioritize convenience. As examples:

• A food producer recycles 5 tons monthly and trims costs by 20%.
• A tech factory securely processes 500+ devices per quarter, meeting NEA rules.

Compliance features like real-time tracking simplify audits. All steps are documented—from pickup weights to disposal methods.

Accepted Materials

From old smartphones to factory scrap, many materials can get a second life. We handle diverse waste streams, ensuring safe and efficient recovery. Our methods comply with Singapore’s stringent environmental standards.

E-Waste: Responsible Electronics Disposal

Electronics often include hazardous items like mercury and lead. We safely process:

• CRT displays and lithium-ion batteries (leak tests applied).
• Devices with data (certified NEA-standard destruction).
• Nickel-cadmium batteries with circuit boards (hand dismantled).

Specialized equipment extracts reusable metals while neutralizing toxins.

Plastics and Metals: From Scrap to Reusable Products

Our sorting systems identify plastic types (PET, HDPE, LDPE) using infrared scanners. Metal recovery reaches 98% purity using electromagnetic separation. Common materials include:

• ABS plastic generated by manufacturing.
• Aluminum plus steel alloys (melted for reuse).

Specialized Items: Batteries, Steel, and More

Tailored solutions are required for complex items:

• Lead-acid batteries: Acid neutralization and lead recovery.
• Stainless steel: Sorted by grade for smelting.
• Mercury devices processed via sealed vacuum extraction.

Each material follows a documented chain of custody for compliance.

Process Overview — Full Recycling Service

A structured process is the start of efficient waste handling. We ensure every material—from office paper to industrial scrap—is recovered responsibly. Using three steps, we maximize efficiency and meet NEA requirements.

Stage 1: Collect and Segregate

GPS-tracked vehicles with weight sensors optimize pickup routes. Color-coded bins help teams separate plastics, metals, and hazardous items. This reduces contamination and speeds up disposal.

• Sensor bins: Sensors alert crews when bins are full.
• Regulatory labels: Labels aligned with NEA waste guidelines.

Step 2 — Transport & Handling

Hazardous materials like batteries are packed in triple-layer containers. Real-time tracking ensures secure transit to facilities. Drivers receive spill-response training.

• Digital records: Capture weights and collection times.
• Temp control: Prevents degradation in transit.

Step 3 — Recycling & Recovery

Infrared scanners sort plastics by type, while magnets extract metals. Our aluminum scrap recovery reaches 98%, 20% higher than average. Each step is fully documented for audits.

• Material reports: Detail category recovery rates.
• Closed loops: Feed materials back into local manufacturing.

This comprehensive solution turns waste into resources and reduces landfill dependence. At each stage, businesses gain transparency and compliance.

Advantages of Partnering with Advance Recycling

Sustainable waste solutions shouldn’t break the bank—or the planet. Working with us unlocks both financial and environmental benefits, with full adherence to Singapore’s strict rules.

Cost-Effective and Eco-Friendly Solutions

Waste-to-energy initiatives reduce operational costs by as much as 30%. Example: 1 ton of plastic waste powers 50 HDB flats for a day.

Businesses also gain carbon credits through certified e-waste disposal. This turns compliance into a revenue stream, including eligibility under Singapore’s carbon trading schemes.

Regulatory Compliance Made Simple

We simplify the Resource Sustainability Act requirements. 24/7 digital audit trails provide compliance records, covering pickup through final processing.

Our solutions include:

• Automatic reports tailored for NEA inspections.
• SCAL-certified HAZMAT handling protocols.
• Real-time tracking to prevent regulatory penalties.

Serving Businesses Across Industries

There’s no one-size-fits-all in waste management; each sector needs tailored strategies. We tailor systems to manage sector-specific challenges, from high-volume factory scrap to confidential office paper disposal.

Industrial & Manufacturing

Factories need robust solutions for heavy waste streams. Closed-loop systems recover up to 95% of automotive metal scrap, and semiconductor clients benefit from hazardous containment.

• Semiconductor streams: Handled securely: wafers and chemical byproducts.
• Auto metal scrap: Melt, reform, and reuse steel alloys.
• Tailored pickup schedules: Daily pickups for construction sites vs. weekly for warehouses.

Commercial & Office Waste Solutions

Retailers face packaging overload, while offices prioritize data security. We deploy compactors for cardboard and shredders for sensitive documents.

Regional HQs of Fortune 500 firms rely on audit-ready tracking. Even F&B businesses cut costs by 25% with optimized waste schedules.

The Importance of Sustainability in Recycling

Singapore’s limited landfill space makes sustainable waste practices critical. Semakau may be full by 2035, improper disposal risks ecological damage and higher costs. Responsible recovery converts this challenge into opportunity.

Lowering Ecological Risks

Each ton of recycled plastic prevents 2kg of marine debris. We divert over 3,000 tons per year—equal to 25 football fields of ocean waste.

Lithium batteries in landfills present fire hazards. Through certified processing, we neutralize these threats while recovering valuable metals.

Supporting a Circular Economy

Upcycling turns discarded electronics into urban furniture. Partner workshops turn circuit boards into benches at 15 HDB hubs.

Tuas Nexus converts food waste to biogas, powering 200+ households each month. Circular loops lengthen material life and reduce virgin inputs by 40%.

• Annual impact: CO2 reduced by 12,000 tons through recovery.
• Audited metrics: Progress tracked by third-party audited reports.
• Local partnerships: Businesses and schools team up for cleanup efforts.

Tech-Enabled Recycling

Today’s recycling relies on smart systems for efficiency and security. Facilities across Singapore integrate AI and blockchain for precise recovery.

Cutting-Edge Sorting and Processing

AI-powered optical scanners achieve 99.5% material purity—far surpassing manual sorting. Using hyperspectral imaging, plastics are identified in milliseconds.

With NTU, we enhance polymer recovery using enzymatic methods. This approach extracts raw materials minus toxic byproducts.

• Blockchain ensures traceability end-to-end
• Electromagnetic separators recover metals with 98% efficiency
• Robotic systems manage hazardous items including lithium batteries

Securing Data During E-Waste Processing

Corporate IT assets require military-grade data wiping certified by IMDA. Our three-pass overwrite process meets Singapore’s strict cybersecurity standards for sensitive information.

We provide serialized destruction certificates for audit trails. Devices go through:

1. Physical inspection of data-storage components
2. Degaussing of magnetic media
3. Shredding to 2mm particles

Our R&D continually tests new techniques against encryption. This ensures compliance as storage technology evolves.

Case Studies

Proof from the field shows waste transformed into value. Clients include aerospace, retail, and property—each with measurable milestones. Two examples below highlight solutions and impact.

Reducing Waste for a Manufacturing Giant

ST Engineering’s aerospace division cut waste by *40%* through our closed-loop system. Compactors were deployed for metal scrap and staff trained on segregation. Landfill reliance fell sharply within one year.

Keppel Shipyard saved *S$220k annually* by recovering steel alloys. Electromagnetic separation reached 98% purity, converting scrap to reusable materials. These results prove industrial waste can drive profit.

Retail Chains Go Sustainable

Decathlon reached *100% compliance* across 15 Singapore outlets. Collection was streamlined and audit-ready reports provided. Green certification now boosts customer trust.

Mattress recycling at IKEA turns foam into urban furniture. CapitaLand achieved *98% waste* diversion across properties. Both brands showcase retail’s role in circular economies.

• ST Engineering: 40% waste reduction via staff training and compactors.
• Keppel: S$220k saved through metal recovery.
• Decathlon SG: Perfect compliance across all locations.
• CapitaLand Group: Portfolio approaching near-zero landfill use.

In Summary

Advance Recycling is an NEA-licensed leader in Singapore’s waste management sector. Tailored solutions address urban challenges—from e-waste to industrial scrap.

Companies gain more than compliance by joining Green Plan 2030. Schedule a complimentary waste audit now. For urgent needs, our team responds within 24 hours.

Every client relationship reduces dependence on landfills. Together, we create a cleaner, resource-efficient future for Singapore.