This diagram shows the stages of glass recycling cycle through which the process proceeds
Overall, the key steps include collection, sorting, crushing, melting, molding, quality control and distribution.
Initially, glasses that are damaged or no longer suitable for regular use are first collected. The collected glasses are then sorted according to their condition. After being sorted, these are thoroughly cleaned to remove dirt and impurities. They are then crushed into small pieces and prepared for the next stage of recycling process. Subsequently, The pieces are melted at a high temperature. The molten glass is then poured into moulds to form new glass products. Quality control is essential to make sure that the products maintain good quality and high standard. As they are formed from waste materials, quality and standard should not be compromised. Lastly, these new products are distributed across different places and the newly produced glass items are ready to reuse.
