Polymer Resources Ltd., a leading U.S. compounder of high-quality engineering resins has completed the expansion of its compounding facility in Rochester, N.Y

Polymer Resource, a compounder of engineering resins based in Farmington in the Northeast US, has recently made upgrades to its manufacturing space. These efforts are expected to double the production of recycled content that the company sells within the next two years. Polymer Resource has acquired a new twin-screw extruder and processing equipment, as well as making building upgrades that have increased its manufacturing space and production.

The manufacturing company specializes in the production of a broad range of resins, such as polycarbonate, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, and polybutylene terephthalate. To create these resins, the company employs a combination of post-consumer materials, production scrap, and virgin plastic in the form of flakes, pellets, and damaged plastic components.

In a recent development, the company has upgraded its facility to increase its capacity to recycle plastic waste, thereby promoting circularity and sustainability. The facility has undergone a complete redesign and now features new safety measures and amenities to provide a comfortable and efficient work environment for its growing workforce. It is expected that the number of employees at the company will rise by double digits in the coming years. These changes are part of the company's strategic plan to uphold its commitment to sustainability and safety while also ensuring the quality and consistency of its products.

The expansion of the Rochester facility is a strategic decision that aims to bolster the compounding capabilities and reinforce ongoing initiatives, which have become increasingly essential to their customers. Their top priority is to assist their customers in achieving their production and sustainability targets while also fulfilling their own sustainability objectives.

According to Procurement Resource, the upgraded facility will play a vital role in advancing sustainability by implementing innovative measures for collecting and recycling plastic waste. This upgradation will allow them to maintain their reputation for delivering reliable resin supply, short lead times, and exceptional quality to meet the ever-evolving demands of the customers.