Reverse Logistics in Plastics Recycling
International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management
ISSN: 0960-0035
Article publication date: 1 July 1992
Abstract
Recycling has experienced rapid growth as a technique to reduce the solid waste stream volume. Despite the public appeal and acceptance of recycling, the reverse logistics channels used in recycling have received minimal attention. However, the reverse channels′ membership and capabilities have a significant impact on the efficiency of processing recyclable material for remanufacture into recycled products. Differing product characteristics, extensive handling, and low density shipments pose considerable obstacles to establishing an efficient reverse channel for recyclable commodities. A framework, based on interviews and current literature, describes the reverse logistics channel structure, membership and functions, and provides a foundation for identifying the issues affecting efficiency and marketability, and possible future directions for improving efficiency within the reverse channel structure.
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Citation
Pohlen, T.L. and Theodore Farris, M. (1992), "Reverse Logistics in Plastics Recycling", International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, Vol. 22 No. 7, pp. 35-47. https://doi.org/10.1108/09600039210022051
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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