Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Plastics Recycling & Manufacturing Solutions
Effectus has been a leader in plastics recycling and manufacturing since 2001, driven by a commitment to environmental sustainability. Our expertise spans post-consumer and post-industrial plastic waste collection, separation, and pelletizing, alongside compression molding and heavy-gauge thermoforming operations. With facilities in the United States and Mexico, we serve global markets across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, transforming waste into durable products like plastic lumber, traffic safety solutions, and agricultural drip tape. Our in-house machine shop enables custom mold design, while our 20+ years of experience in logistics, materials sourcing, and closed-loop recycling programs ensure efficient international operations.Founded by Ricardo Duarte, a mechanical engineer with a legacy in plastics innovation, we prioritize corporate responsibility and long-term partnerships, having maintained trusted relationships with customers and suppliers for nearly two decades. Our mission remains clear: to solve the plastic conundrum by creating a better planet through innovation and sustainable practices.
Services
Plastics Recycling
Plastics Recycling Consulting
Closed Loop Recycling
Plastics Manufacturing
Traffic Safety Products
Agricultural Drip Tape Recycling
Compression Molding
Thermoforming
Warehousing & Logistics
Product Sales
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of expertise in plastics recycling and manufacturing.
- Our in-house machine shop designs custom molds for precision products.
- We specialize in closed-loop recycling programs to achieve zero-waste operations.
- Our global logistics network efficiently serves markets across four continents.
- We maintain long-term partnerships with customers and suppliers since 2001.
Services
Plastics Recycling
We collect and process post-consumer and industrial plastic waste, transforming it into reprocessed pellets for manufacturing. Our advanced separation and pelletizing techniques ensure high-quality output for diverse applications. Serving global markets, we prevent plastic waste from landfills and oceans while promoting sustainable resource use.
Plastics Manufacturing
Using recycled resins, we produce durable goods like plastic lumber, fence posts, and traffic safety products through compression molding and thermoforming. Our in-house machine shop designs custom molds for precision. These eco-friendly products cater to construction, agriculture, and urban infrastructure needs worldwide.
Closed Loop Recycling
We develop closed-loop systems to minimize manufacturing waste by reusing materials within production cycles. This approach reduces environmental impact and operational costs for businesses. Our expertise helps clients achieve zero-footprint operations through tailored recycling strategies.
Recycling Consulting
Leveraging 20+ years of experience, we advise manufacturers on optimizing waste management and adopting sustainable practices. Our consulting services include process audits, material sourcing, and logistics solutions. We help businesses reduce landfill contributions and enhance recycling efficiency.
International Logistics
We manage efficient product movement between the U.S. and Mexico, extending to international markets. Our logistics network ensures timely delivery of recycled materials and finished goods. With expertise in cross-border operations, we support seamless supply chain integration for clients worldwide.
People
Ricardo Duarte
Founder
Ricardo Duarte founded Effectus in 2001 after a decade at Union Carbide and Dow Chemical. A mechanical engineer from the University of Costa Rica, he pioneered plastics recycling innovations. His vision drives the company's commitment to sustainability and global partnerships.
Questions
What plastics recycling services do you offer?
We collect, separate, and pelletize post-consumer and industrial plastic waste for reuse in manufacturing durable products.
Do you provide consulting for waste reduction?
Yes, we offer consulting to help manufacturers reduce waste through optimized processes and closed-loop recycling systems.
What areas do you serve?
We operate in the U.S. and Mexico, with logistics networks serving North/South America, Europe, and Asia.
What products do you manufacture from recycled plastic?
We produce plastic lumber, fence posts, traffic safety products, and agricultural drip tape using 100% recycled materials.
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