Flat glass in the cycle
"Glass can be recycled any number of times without losing quality. Our important mission is to return as much flat glass as possible to the float industry.”

Your full-service recycling solution for all kinds of flat glass
More than 1 million tons of processed flat and container glass per year makes us a leading recycling company in Europe. We support our customers in disposing of their flat glass in a way that is environmentally friendly. We offer a simple and individual recycling solution including logistics - for a smooth process on your premises. Then, the collected flat glass is processed into valuable recyclate by means of diverse innovative, state-of-the-art recycling technologies. Our end product is used as secondary raw material for diverse types of high-quality melting application in the production of new glass products. Saving resources for our planet.
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Recyclable flat glass
We collect and recycle all different types of flat glass for you - including coloured and uncoloured glass qualities:
- Laminated safety glass and tempered glass from buildings
- Float glass
- Automotive glass
- Insulating glass
For questions about your glass quality, please do not hesitate to contact us!
Demand-driven collection options
We are there wherever you need us as a partner of i.e. construction companies, glaziers, car dismantlers and others! If needed, we supply our customers with containers for their flat glass waste. Different kinds of flat glass can be easily collected in one container without separation. Our customers have the option of bringing their flat glass to our warehouse themselves or they can call us and we will pick up the full container. If requested, we also ensure regular collection or just-in-time pick-ups. Of course, we also guarantee complete documentation of the recycled glass quantities. Our staff will be happy to advise you, on individual glass detection options at your site as well.


Highest quality standards
The requirements of the glassworks to purity of the prepared cullet are very high. Even small amounts of impurities may lead to enclosures in the glass or discolouration. The float glass tank will be damaged in the most extreme case.
We use cutting-edge processing technology such as X-ray fluorescence analysis in order to meet the strict glassworks specifications if any non-glass materials end up in the collection container after all. We played a major role in development of this technique, which is now used worldwide. The innovative processing steps allow removal of CSP (ceramic-stone-porcelain), FE metals, and non-ferrous metals, as well as glass ceramics, lead-containing glasses, and organic substances from the collected glass waste. As a result, our recyclates can be used in virtually any melting application to add value.
Responsible handling of raw materials
We are aware of our shared responsibility and focus on sustainability and environmental protection! Only the responsible use of resources will give new generations a future. Glass in particular can be recycled an infinite number of times without any loss of quality. The primary raw materials used in glass production, such as sand, soda ash, and lime, are considered virtually unlimited. Mining, transport, and processing cause a high expenditure of energy and emissions of CO2, however. The use of 10% of our processed cullet saves 3% energy and 5% CO2 in glass production.
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Working together as partners
We offer you an all-round carefree package with our comprehensive range of services with respect to flat glass recycling. From reliable disposal logistics and container rental to personal consulting and on-site support, to delivery of a high-quality flat glass recyclate. Our services include complete documentation and submission of evidence. Close cycles with us!
Business areas
As one of the most versatile recycling companies in Germany, the Reiling Group also recycles bottle glass, wood and PET bottles in Germany. Furthermore, the production of foam glass gravel and Revitro (decoration glass) belongs to the company’s portfolio. Learn more.