ReCB Iowa, a subsidiary of ReCB, has launched the upgraded circular manufacturing facility in Des Moines, Iowa, US, increasing domestic carton recycling infrastructure.
The facility produces Everboard roof covering material for the construction industry, utilising post-consumer food and beverage cartons and other packaging materials.
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The material reduces dependence on virgin materials and supports reducing landfill waste and progressing the circular economy.
ReCB Iowa is a joint venture (JV), comprising Elof Hansson USA, Upcycling Group, and Lisa Tech.
ReCB invested in technology and equipment upgrades after acquiring the facility in early 2025, enhancing efficiency and production capacity.
The Des Moines facility is the first operating site of ReCB. The company anticipates the site to achieve full operational status by next month.
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By GlobalDataAt peak performance, ReCB Iowa is projected to upcycle around 10,000 tons (t) of cartons per year.
ReCB managing director Jan Rayman said: “We’re supplying the construction sector with premium, sustainable materials while conserving natural resources, cutting carbon emissions and driving demand for recycled cartons across the US. This is how targeted investments in recycling infrastructure deliver scalable, circular economy solutions.”
The production process at ReCB Iowa employs a proprietary method that converts post-consumer gable-top and aseptic cartons into premium roof cover board and other potential building materials that are resistant to moisture and mould.
This eco-friendly process eliminates the use of water, formaldehyde adhesives, and hazardous chemicals, relying instead on heat and pressure to create durable and sustainable products.
ReCB is also in the process of establishing another production facility in Lodi, California.
This facility is scheduled to open later in the year, further enhancing the recycling infrastructure for cartons in the US and creating a connection between recycling collection programmes and sustainable end markets.
Carton Council executive director Jordan Fengel said: “Continued access to carton recycling is essential. We need people to keep recycling their food and beverage cartons so we can keep them out of landfills and reintegrate them into the market.
“The facility reopening and its expansion underscores the growing momentum behind expanding domestic carton recycling infrastructure and our commitment to helping develop sustainable, scalable end markets.”
