BLOG 7 - Technical Visit

 Paper Recycling Plant


On Wednesday we visited a paper recycling plant. We all looked very goofy in our helmets and vest. Above in the photos are goofball Alec and Bridget. Alec wasn't given a vest 😣 . Bridget loved the pulper💅. 


We got to see the whole process of the paper going through sorters and then being mixed with water. We watched as the new recycled paper was made. At the end they showed us some of the products they make with the paper. Below is one of the bags they make. 












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