UCY A-series
- Bottles, bulk plastics and waste streams
- High-resolution VIS imaging on a modular belt
- Optional metal detection and SWIR polymer identification
- Configurable widths and sensor packages
Optical Sorting Technology
From bulk waste to high-purity flake sorting.
Modular optical sorting platforms combining advanced sensor technology with real-time AI processing—engineered for high yield, purity, and throughput across mixed plastics, PET bottles, and flakes.
Why UCY
Built as an AI-native technology platform from the ground up, based on actual recycler’s experience.
Sensor Vision
High-precision recognition
Proprietary computer vision algorithms optimized for high sorting accuracy across fluctuating material streams.Modularity
Flexible integration
Modular hardware and software architecture enables seamless integration into new plant designs and existing recycling lines.Operations
Recycler-tested reliability
Proven in continuous 24/7 industrial operation across our own and STF's recycling plants as well as at international customer facilities since 2017.Intelligence
Real-time AI classification
Deep learning models evaluate full object geometry and spectral signatures to handle complex, deformed, or overlapping items.About UCY
Software-defined sorting, engineered for industrial plants.
Founded in 2016, UCY Technologies develops high-performance optical sorting systems for recycling facilities and plant integrators. We have been running and continuously refining our technology in 24/7 production across our own and STF's recycling plants as well as at international customer facilities since 2017.
Product family
Modular sorting platforms and cloud management.
Belt sorting platform
UCY A-series
High-throughput belt sorting for post-consumer plastics, PET bottles, and bulk waste, featuring modular sensor packages and high-speed valve arrays.
Flake sorter
UCY F-series
High-resolution flake purification with proprietary multispectral lighting and real-time AI classification for demanding PET recycling.
Inline quality inspection
UCY Q-series
Compact conveyor-mounted inspection system providing real-time stream analysis, continuous data logging, and mill protection.
Cloud fleet management
UCY Cockpit
Centralized cloud dashboard for real-time fleet telemetry, interactive Area Flow diagrams, and secure Remote Control.
Implementation
From material analysis to commissioning.
- 01
Consultation & analysis
Share your input material characteristics, target purity, throughput requirements, and preferred procurement model (direct purchase or Sorting as a Service).
- 02
Configuration & engineering
We tailor working widths, sensor packages, illumination, and ejection arrays to match your plant layout and material stream.
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Commissioning & support
On-site commissioning, operator training, secure remote diagnostics, and lifecycle support ensure long-term operational availability.
Get in touch
Discuss your sorting requirements with UCY Technologies.
Tell us about your input material, target purity, and plant requirements. Our team will help configure the right sorting solution for your facility.