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Alfred University Webinar: Turning Waste Glass Into Opportunities

January 12, 2026

A Deeper Look at Practical Recycling Solutions In this webinar, we delve into the real-world strategies and technologies that enable glass recycling to operate at scale. From machine design to community impact, this session highlights how recycled glass can be transformed into clean glass sand and other useful materials — and why this matters for…

Turning Waste Glass into Practical Community Resources

January 8, 2026

Glass recycling is most effective when there is a clear path from collection to reuse. Without defined end uses, waste glass can become difficult to manage, costly to transport, or excluded from recycling programs altogether. However, when glass is processed locally into usable materials, it can support a wide range of community, environmental, and infrastructure…

Team Spotlight: Meet Dave Spencer, Operations & Customer Service Manager

December 8, 2025

At Andela Products, strong customer support is just as important as strong machinery — and no one embodies that commitment more than Dave Spencer, our Operations and Customer Service Manager. Dave plays a central role in making sure every system built is delivered, installed, and supported with care. From your first call to full operation,…

The Andela Trommel: Built Tough for MRFs, Composters, and Glass Recyclers

October 21, 2025

When your operation depends on separating materials cleanly and efficiently, you need equipment that won’t quit under pressure. The Andela Trommel was engineered for exactly that — a heavy-duty rotary screening system built to handle abrasive materials, harsh environments, and the constant demand for reliability.   Engineered for Versatility The Andela Trommel isn’t a one-size-fits-all…

5 Uses for Pulverized Glass in Landscaping and Urban Design

September 29, 2025

You know the drill…Every year, tons of glass items are tossed or sent to landfills — even though glass is infinitely recyclable. But did you know that with the right equipment, that “waste” becomes a safe and versatile material from landscapes to streetscapes? Here are 5 Uses for Pulverized Glass in Landscaping & Urban Design:…

Glass Pulverizer Action in Puʻunēnē! 🚛✨

September 22, 2025

This week in Maui, Upcountry Curbside turned curbside-collected glass bottles into sand! “We were honored to bring the inaugural load for the Andela Glass Pulverizer 🙌 Exciting to see bottles from our community transformed locally. Big mahalo to Wes, John, Ridge to Reefs, and Mālama Maui Nui for what they’re doing here, and letting us…

The People Behind Our Machines

September 15, 2025

Efficient, Durable, and Easy to Operate Machines At Andela Products, our glass-to-sand pulverizers are more than machines — they’re the result of skill, innovation, and teamwork.  Our engineers design systems that are efficient, durable, and easy to operate, while our fabricators bring those designs to life with precision and care. Designed, Built, and Installed to…

Why Communities Are Bringing Back Glass Recycling—For Good

September 4, 2025

After nearly two decades without a glass recycling program, Alaska’s Matanuska-Susitna Borough (Mat-Su) is proving that glass recycling can come back—and stay. With the installation of Andela’s GP-O5L Pulverizer, residents now have a simple, local way to turn glass bottles and jars into practical sand and aggregate, keeping waste out of landfills and creating useful…

Turning Drywall Waste Into Opportunity

August 11, 2025

The Problem with Drywall (Gypsum Board) Waste Each year, millions of tons of drywall—also known as gypsum board or sheetrock—end up in landfills despite being 100% recyclable. In fact, up to 15% of all materials used in new construction are wasted as scrap, and drywall makes up a significant portion of this demolition debris. Unfortunately,…

Value Mining Laminated Glass — Including Solar Panels

August 4, 2025

☀️ Solar Panel Recycling, A Proven Process As millions of solar panels retire, they present a recycling challenge: Laminated glass bonded with EVA. That’s where Andela’s Laminated Glass Separators shine! Same powerful tech. New high-impact application. 🔄 Separate glass from coatings 🔄 Recover clean glass 🔄 Recover recyclable laminates 💡 Key Features at a Glance…