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Launched at Cultivate

Gray Air Trays recyclable using standard near-infrared (NIR) sorting

The Air Trays® are well-known in the industry and have been highly popular among growers. Traditionally produced in black, posed a challenge in recycling facilities due to their inability to be detected by optical sorters. That's why Blackmore launched gray Air Trays at Cultivate 2025.

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The products are on display at the show, and although it might not seem like a major change, it proves to be a big one, Mads Jensen says. He explains Blackmore designed them with sustainability and recycling efficiency in mind.

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"Gray Air Trays® made from recycled plastics without carbon-black pigment are now recyclable using standard near-infrared (NIR) sorting — unlike traditional black trays, which often fail recycling streams", he explains. "By providing gray as an option, our Air Trays® can now be more easily identified and sorted in standard recycling streams, significantly reducing landfill waste and supporting a circular economy."

Same quality, smarter design
"Our goal is to maintain the same high-quality product while making a meaningful improvement in sustainability. The color change might seem simple, but it has a major impact on the recyclability of the Air Trays."

The new gray Air Trays® can be ordered directly through Blackmore.

Meet Blackmore at Cultivate at booth 3019!

For more information:
Blackmore Company
800-874-8660
info@blackmoreco.com
www.blackmoreco.com
www.air-trays.com

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