Material costs drive business for recycler
A tough economy makes for good business sometimes for some companies. Bata Plastics is a prime example. The Grand Rapids-based recycler is riding a solid growth wave right now. Among the drivers is the growing use of recycled materials by producers seeking to contain escalating costs. Read More

Recycle by Example
GRAND RAPIDS — Wouldn’t it be nice to have more people recycle? Lee Hammond, owner of Bata Plastics Inc., a local full-service plastics processor, has come up with a plan to raise awareness for recycling after being challenged by Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell. "We are doing alright. We can always do better," Heartwell told MiBiz of Grand Rapids’ recycling efforts. Read More

Recycler Bata expanding at new Michigan site
Mike Verespej Plastics recycler Bata Plastics Inc. is staying in the Grand Rapids, Mich., area, but moving into a new facility that will boost its warehouse, testing, laboratory and reprocessing space. Read More

Ferris, Bata Plastics, Unite to Promote Recycling
A recent partnership established between Ferris State University and Bata Plastics, Inc. of Byron Center is more than a business deal, it’s an environmental act. Thanks to the ingenuity of Ferris faculty and students, and the help of Bata... Read More