This
graph depicts the process that produces recycled paper out of waste.
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Overall
, it is clear from the picture that there are six stages, starting with the collection of the unusable product and finishing with a brand new material ready to be used again.
The first three steps focus on the acquisition and transportation of used sheets. Linking Words
First,
waste is compiled in public banks and from private businesses. Linking Words
Then
, it is sent to a centre where it is graded based on its quality. Material deemed unsuitable for recycling is removed from the whole package. Linking Words
Finally
, it is transported to a paper mill, where the real recycling begins.
On stages four to six and once at the mill, the product is cleaned to remove any extra material that could have been transported with it. Linking Words
Next,
it goes through a de-inking process, removing all inks and glues still present in the sheets. Linking Words
Lastly
, it goes through a paper-making machine that transforms the used sheets into brand-new usable pages ready to be returned to the market.Linking Words