Efficient Facility Design is something to strive for in all aspects of Recycling.Simon Ingleby of Industrial Process Plant Design Specialist Alfatek UK, describes how integrating technology can help Waste Management Companies to maximise the potential of their Site by using Practical Experience gained building some of the UK’s best recycling plants.“Waste Management Sites evolve over time and can sometimes become inefficient and crowded. We can visit the site, observe and identify the areas to formulate a strategy for the Client.We can look at how to enhance the existing recycling plant by producing concept drawings, mass-flow diagrams and budget project costings to enable a plan for the Client by selecting the right equipment, orientation and infrastructure”.Efficient Facility Design has to take account of a number of key elements:-• Obviously cost – enhance the site to a strict budget and quantify payback• Site logistics – truck movements, traffic flow and quick turnaround• Health and Safety – get the guys off the floor, access and maintenance• Input and recyclate storage – first-in-first-out principles• Environmental issues – dust, odour and emissions• Cutting edge technology - robotics, AI and sensor based equipmentEach project is different but still requires stringent commitment to identifying and procuring the equipment, increasing throughput, project and installation management. The waste does not stop coming in and modifications must be phased and carried out efficiently to ensure that the plant is not down for long.Investment into existing facilities has to balance with the available waste stream income but with the right concept and proven technology it is possible to attract new customers and wastestreams, especially Corporate, with recycling rates that can boost their environmental policies and statements.‘Site-Serve’ works direct for the Client to tailormake proven technologies and practice together in an Efficient Facility Design.