Aerobic enzymatic breakdown of food waste

Food waste + packaging composters

Composting machine for food waste + compostable packaging.

The idea of using the GS-Food Waste Digesters as a Food – compostable packaging composter,  to break down plant-based packaging is fascinating. This would be a significant step in converting more usable waste into valuable resources, such as bio-gas, while simultaneously processing the food waste associated with these packaging materials in the machine. However, the execution of this idea presents some challenges, primarily due to the diversity of plant-based materials used for food packaging.

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compostable bags with vegatables
wood cutlery
compostable bottles, cups
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Our Future machine

To achieve this goal, thorough research into the composition and properties of various plant-based materials is necessary. Additionally, we must find suitable enzymes to efficiently break down these materials. This is a time-consuming process that requires experiments and adjustments to the machine.

The current testing process has already yielded positive results, with some plant-based materials successfully broken down in the Food – plastic composters. However, whether this can be expanded to encompass all compostable plant-based materials remains uncertain and necessitates further efforts and research.

The ultimate aim is to offer a diverse portfolio of materials and products. This would enable businesses to use fossil plastic-free packaging, including packaging made from materials like sugarcane pulp or banana leaves, which can be fully broken down in our composting machine.

In the future, this sustainable approach will also be available on the website, providing businesses with access to packaging materials that can be broken down in our machines. It’s a promising initiative with the potential to increase its impact on reducing food waste and promoting environmental conservation.

Why develop the Food waste + packaging composters?

In most countries, it’s not allowed to put compostable packaging (PLA-PHA etcetera) into the industrial composting waste stream/ green bin (it’s only used for composting food waste and garden waste).
Most of the compostable packaging products are designed to compost in facilities like this, but still, they are not allowed to be processed in an industrial composting facility. To us, buyers of compostable packaging and end consumers this is really strange. We have searched for years to find the right bio cultures to compost all different kinds of compostable packaging – especially PLA gave us some headaches. But we finally found a solution and combined it with this amazing food digester.

The reason why most companies switch to plant-based packaging like PLA bottles, cups, and cutlery, is that they want to step away from fossil plastic. Fossil plastic creates microplastics in the environment, and microplastic creates numerous health issues for animals and humans. That’s why we are developing the Food waste + packaging composters. When this machine is finished our GS-food Waste Digester can break down all compostable packaging and bio plastic  And companies can choose to step away from fossil plastic with a full solution much easier.

Sustainable Packaging Solutions

At GS-Food Waste Digesters, we’re proud to offer more than just waste management solutions – we’re pioneering a sustainable revolution in packaging. Our GS-Food Waste Digesters are not only capable of breaking down various plant-based packaging materials, but they also offer a multitude of environmental benefits.

Environmental Advantages of Plant-Based Packaging

By integrating plant-based packaging into our digesters, we contribute to a greener, more eco-conscious future. Here are some of the key environmental benefits:

  • Reduced CO2 Emissions: Plant-based packaging materials produce fewer carbon emissions during production and disposal compared to traditional fossil-based plastics, helping to mitigate climate change.
  • Elimination of Fossil Plastics: By utilizing plant-based materials such as sugarcane, potato starch, and paper pulp, we reduce reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to the preservation of natural resources.
A Diverse Range of Plant-Based Packaging

We offer a comprehensive range of plant-based packaging materials to suit diverse needs and applications. From utensils and plates to clamshells, napkins, and cups, our selection includes a variety of eco-friendly alternatives. All our products are crafted from renewable plant sources such as sugarcane, potato starch, and paper pulp, ensuring minimal environmental impact.

Join us in embracing sustainable packaging solutions with our GS-Food Waste Digesters. Together, we can make a significant difference in reducing waste and building a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Products that already been tested and passed.

Bio-plastics and compostable packaging that we are still testing

The goal is to have a full range of different plant-based materials and products that are able to breakdown in our Food – plastic composters. Below some products and materials that we are testing. 

pla bottles and pla preforms

PLA (Poly Lactic Acid)

Make sure your not contaminating the inside of the food composter with fossil plastic. Let take PLA bottles as an example. Search for a provider that also has a PLA cap and label. We can help you find the right supplier for bottles, jars and cups made from plants.

PHA cups

PHA

Polyhydroxyalkanoaat, is a material made by micro-organism. And more and more product will be made out of this material. It’s home and marine compostable So it can also be digested in our food digester because of our special ” magic sauce”

compostable bag

Starch

This Starch bag is a well-seen product after the ban on fossil plastic bags in many countries all over the world. Another product that can be easily digested in our food composter. Other products that are made from starch are food Trays and salad bowls.

compostable coffee cups

Hemp

The use of hemp is getting more widespread in the food packaging industry. Keep in mind that the full product is made from this plant-based material. Like the coffee cups – some suppliers use fossil plastic or aluminum for the lite.

banana leaves plates

Pressed leaf

Pressed banana or bamboo leaves are a product type that getting popular since more and more countries have bans on single-use plastic plates. It’s an ideal product for our food – plastic composters.

compostable bagasse plates

Bagasse

100% non-toxic sustainable plant byproduct, like sugarcane. Mostly used for food containers and cups. Ideal as catering, food-truck, bakery, restaurant supplies, meal-prep and take-out.

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Small size

These machines have a daily food waste processing capacity of 80 to 400 liters. 

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Medium size

These machines have a daily food waste processing capacity of 800 to 1600 liters. 

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Large size

These machines have a daily food waste processing capacity of 4000  to 16000 liters. 

Benefits when compostable packaging is added in our machine.

All the benefits of our normal digester.

Easy work procedures

No more micro plastics

Lowers conventional garbage hauling weight.

No more fossil plastic packaging

Amazing marketing story to tell.

Lowers CO2 emission even more

Less food waste to landfills

Become a consultant of our food waste + packaging composters

Are you interested in becoming a consultant for our brand? Let’s get in touch and see if there is a match.

UPDATE: We have decided to put a hold on new consultant until Q1 2025.

GS-Food Waste Digesters B.V., recently made a bold decision: We temporarily halt new reseller recruitment. Why? Because we are working on groundbreaking new composting machine design. These machines are set to redefine waste management, being more efficient, eco-friendly, and cost-effective.

But GS’s vision doesn’t stop there. we’re planning to offer our consultants not just machines, but a complete package. This includes intensive training, marketing support, and access to a range of additional products and services. The goal? To create a strong network of consultants who can offer comprehensive waste management solutions.

Our food waste + packaging composters partners

GS-Green Packaging

A Dutch company specializing in support and consultancy for companies that want to step away from fossil plastic.

Custom Enzymes is our reseller for the country of Australia. They are an industry-leading supplier of enzymatic formulations.