WM opens high-tech recycling facility in Indianapolis

WM has opened a new recycling facility in Indianapolis, strengthening processing capacity in the US Midwest.

The plant spans nearly 11 600 m² and can process up to 200 000 tonnes of recyclables each year. As a result, it provides critical infrastructure for material recovery in the state of Indiana.

Advanced detection

The facility features optical sorting scanners for both fibre and plastics. These systems improve material recovery rates and enhance output quality. In addition, the plant includes ballistic separators and upgraded glass recovery equipment. Together, these technologies support more efficient separation and cleaner material streams.

Safety is also a priority so WM has installed an advanced fire detection system designed to identify risks before they escalate.

‘Our team is proud to provide a local solution for cutting-edge single-stream recycling in central Indiana, as we work with our communities to support the development of a circular economy in the state, fostered by impactful and meaningful education programmes to recycle right,’ says Frank Fello, area vice president, WM Great Lakes.

Investment drive

The Indianapolis site forms part of a wider investment strategy with WM spending more than EUR 1.3 billion over the past four years to upgrade its recycling network across North America.

The programme covers the development and modernisation of 39 facilities, adding around 2.8 million tonnes of annual processing capacity.

WM operates more than 100 recycling plants across the region. With the addition of Indianapolis, it expands its footprint while upgrading technology to meet growing demand for high-quality secondary raw materials.