Flexible Film Recycling Alliance launches two California film-collection pilots
The Flexible Film Recycling Alliance (FFRA), part of the Plastics Industry Association, began two commercial plastic film recycling pilots in California on 1 July, running through 30 November. One pilot in Sacramento uses 1-800-GOT-JUNK?'s commercial service routes for small and medium generators, while a second in Ontario/Inland Empire tests collection from large warehouse generators via Shorr Packaging's logistics network. Both use standardised "Rack n' Pack" collection systems, with material baled at regional aggregation sites before shipment to recycling markets; FFRA plans to use the results to design future programmes.
Why this mattersReliable data on commercial film capture rates and bale quality could help address the capacity and economics constraints that have recently closed US film recycling plants.
- Collection began 1 July 2026 and runs through 30 November 2026.
- FFRA operates under the Plastics Industry Association.
- The Sacramento pilot uses 1-800-GOT-JUNK?'s commercial routes for small and medium generators.
- The Ontario/Inland Empire pilot uses Shorr Packaging's warehouse logistics network for large generators.
- Both pilots use standardised 'Rack n' Pack' film collection systems to separate polyethylene at source.
- WM closed its Natura PCR plant in Texas last year, and a major Minnesota film recycling plant closed in 2024 before restarting under new ownership.