Recently, Millennium Recycling faced a significant challenge due to the
scarcity of available employees. The low unemployment rate in their area
made it difficult to hire and retain sufficient staff. In addition,
Millennium needed a way to ensure the quality of processed materials and at
the same time remove contaminants to enhance recycling outcomes. Millennium
Recycling turned to Waste Robotics for a solution. Waste Robotics stood out
for their willingness to collaborate closely with Millennium Recycling. They
understood the unique needs of the facility.
When faced with unconventional requests, Waste Robotics didn’t shy away.
Instead, they embraced innovation and tailored solutions to meet
Millennium’s specific requirements for a system that aligned with their
processes and enabled them to modify as needed. By integrating FANUC robots,
Millennium Recycling achieved several advantages, including the ability to
process materials more swiftly which in turn has helped improve overall
efficiency. In addition, the automated system has provided a more
streamlined experience with fewer disruptions due to clogs.
Most importantly, the robots are working at the infeed which allows them to
extract contaminants before they reach the staff - with material pre-sorted,
operators can focus on finer sorting tasks. According to Millennium
Recycling’s President, Shannon Dwire, the team at Waste Robotics excel in
communication and support. From the start, Waste Robotics demonstrated
remarkable responsiveness. Any concerns that surfaced were promptly
addressed, ensuring minimal downtime. Leveraging their expertise, they
swiftly identified and resolved issues, providing clear guidance and
outstanding customer support.
Future Outlook
Millennium Recycling believes that robots will remain integral to their
facility. Despite the initial perception of cost and complexity, the
consistent performance of robotics to supplement human workers validates
their investment.