RDT Operations was launched in 2015 after successfully delivering over 20 Material Recycling Facilities designed constructed and commissioned by RDT Engineering to a wide range of clients in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

A need for streamline management with a core understanding of material recycling facilities was identified – leading RDT Australia to launch what is now a highly successful MRF Operations company. With a focus on regional recycling within Australia, RDT Operations is managing the Mackay MRF in partnership with Mackay Regional Council and the Hume MRF in Canberra in partnership with the ACT Government. In addition, it is recycling Agricultural plastics and other forgotten materials from farms and transfer stations throughout Australia. With a support team of dedicated Engineers, Specialists, Designers & Administration staff, RDT Operations has the experience & capability necessary to provide the recycling industry with solutions for a sustainable future.

Utilising the latest in innovative technologies coupled with a proven track record, RDT Operations presents a fresh approach to the MRF operations market. Our key solutions are tailored to Councils and Governments – offering unique alternatives to traditional operational management methods.

Our focus is on partnering with local councils and governments to achieve best practice recycling rates in the community.

MACKAY, QLD

RDT Operations began operating the old Mackay MRF in March 2015 with an 8 year contract. The refurbishment began in June 2015 and 4 weeks later the new 15,000tph facility had been installed and commissioned. In order to avoid any recyclables going to landfill the kerbside recyclables for this period were stored and subsequently processed in July 2015.

With a focus on decreasing waste going to landfill a number of new technologies were implemented. The Krysteline Glass Processing Plant which implodes (not crushes) glass has diverted thousands of tonnes of glass from landfill and is at a specification level where it is being used by Council for bedding material and subsoil drainage in civil works projects by their department. The Alchemy Optical Sort System, a first of its kind in Regional Australia, is a multisensory sorter with the ability to recover numerous commodities in a single pass. The automated process sorts recyclables into 6 different products categories or grades including Aluminium, PET, HDPE and Mixed Plastics by identifying them with enhanced photo-optic imaging technologies – computer sorting swiftly identifies each object and the machine uses high pressure air jets to allocate them to their appropriate cages. With great sorting speeds and capabilities this integration has been a very cost effective and efficient method for separating commingled material. Designing the plant with Machinex Screens has ensured excellent product quality allowing for an increase in return on commodity sales.

Ensuring the longevity of the plant and the safety of all staff a comprehensive maintenance schedule is adhered to. With our broad knowledge across design, engineering, commissioning and management we have been able to help Mackay improve its overall carbon footprint.