What CP Group does

CP Group (legal entity CP Manufacturing, LLC) is a San Diego-headquartered manufacturer and integrator of turnkey Material Recovery Facility (MRF) systems and recycling sorting equipment, founded in 1977 and operating globally with approximately 400 employees. The company designs, manufactures, installs, and services proprietary screening equipment (CP Auger Screen, OCC Auger Screen, CP Disc Screens), optical sorters via its MSS division (FiberMax, PlasticMax, L-VIS, MetalMiner), and AI-powered sorting systems (Vivid AI / Vivid Air / Vivid Bot / Vivid Vision, powered by the April 2026 Recycleye acquisition). Underlying technology combines mechanical fractionation, NIR optical sorting, deep-learning computer vision, and in-house SCADA/PLC/VFD controls built in a UL 508A-certified panel shop. Manufacturing is conducted in San Diego (115,000 sq ft plus 435,600 sq ft storage on 9 acres) and Nashville, with AIS quality certification.

The business operates a project-based, B2B enterprise model selling custom-engineered capital equipment through direct field sales, supported by EPC partnerships (KDW), strategic alliances (Cisek Inspections, Glacier), international joint ventures (Ken Mills Engineering for Europe, REgroup for Canada), and an aftermarket parts and service operation. CP Group serves municipalities, large private waste and recycling companies (WM, Republic Services, Balcones, Mid-Valley, LRS, Dem-Con), C&D processors, plastics recyclers, MSW processors, green waste handlers, and small/rural communities via its McMRF product line. Customers include tier-1 North American waste operators with multi-decade relationships (Dem-Con since 2013, Mid-Valley since the 1990s) and major recent project wins ranging from $12M to $90M per facility. The company is privately held following Declaration Partners' August 2025 majority acquisition, with reported revenue not publicly disclosed but inferred to be in the $100M-$250M range based on headcount and project pipeline.

Name

CP Group

Legal name

CP Manufacturing, LLC

Website

https://cpgrp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

CP Group designs, manufactures, and integrates turnkey material recovery facility (MRF) systems and sorting equipment, serving municipalities, large waste management firms, and recycling operators globally with proprietary screening, optical sorting, and AI-powered sorting technologies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Recycling Equipment & Material Recovery Facility Systems

NAICS

Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Materials Recovery Facilities (56292)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) & Single-Stream Recycling Processing (IMAIAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Advanced/Optical Sorting & Quality Control Services (NIR, AI, Robotics) (BPALADAH), Construction & Demolition (C&D) Recycling MRFs (EUAIADAD), Single-Stream MRF Operations (Residential Curbside Sorting) (BPALADAA)

Keywords

• Material recovery facilities
• Recycling sorting equipment
• Optical sorting systems
• AI sorting technology
• Waste management machinery

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. MRF Equipment Manufacturing & Sales: Design, manufacture, and sale of turnkey material recovery facility systems and individual sorting/processing equipment (screens, optical sorters, AI systems, conveyors, can densifiers). Revenue is project-based capital expenditure for customers. Equipment is manufactured in San Diego and Nashville facilities. AIS quality-certified manufacturing with UL508A approved electrical panel shop.
2. Installation & Project Management Services: Full turnkey project delivery including system engineering, layout design, on-site installation, and commissioning. Project management team oversees third-party scheduling, shipping, and installation to deliver on-time and on-budget.
3. Aftermarket Parts & Service: Parts supply with extensive inventory for same/next-day delivery. Service technicians provide maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and operator training. Quarterly site visits for operator training. Preventive maintenance programs and performance diagnostics. Electrical audits. Ongoing revenue from existing customer base built over decades.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

CP Group designs, manufactures, installs, and services turnkey Material Recovery Facility (MRF) systems and recycling sorting equipment for municipalities and waste management operators. The product portfolio includes proprietary screens (CP Auger Screen, OCC Auger Screen, CPScreen, Trommel), MSS NIR optical sorters (FiberMax, PlasticMax, L-VIS, MetalMiner), and the Vivid AI deep-learning sorting platform with Vivid Air, Vivid Bot, and Vivid Vision extraction configurations. Supporting equipment includes conveyors, drum feeders, LightsOut air separators, can densifiers, and Advanced MRF SCADA controls. Throughput ranges from 8 to 70+ tons per hour across single-stream, MSW, plastics, C&D, commercial/industrial, and organics applications.

Product overview

CP Group is a leading provider of turnkey Material Recovery Facility (MRF) systems and recycling equipment. The product portfolio centers on proprietary screening equipment (CP Auger Screen™, OCC Auger Screen™, CPScreen™, Trommel), MSS optical sorting systems (FiberMax™, PlasticMax™, L-VIS, MetalMiner), and Vivid AI™ (Vivid Air™, Vivid Bot™, Vivid Vision™) for AI-powered sorting. Supporting equipment includes Conveyors, CP Drum Feeder, LightsOut™ Air Drum Separator, Can Densifiers, and Advanced MRF Controls with SCADA. CP Group delivers complete MRF systems including Single Stream, MSW, Commercial & Industrial, Plastics Recycling, Green Waste & Organics, and Construction & Demolition solutions. Services span project development, engineering, manufacturing (115,000 sq ft), installation, and ongoing customer support including training, parts, preventative maintenance, and performance diagnostics.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vivid AI™: Advanced sortation with deep-learning capabilities, powered by Recycleye, for material sorting in MRFs with reduced headcount, improved safety, and enhanced recovery.
• Vivid Air™
• Vivid Bot™
• Vivid Vision™
• MSS Optical Sorters
• CP Auger Screen™
• OCC Auger Screen™
• LightsOut™
• CANDENSOR 600
• CP Drum Feeder
• CP Disc Screens

Products and services

• CP Auger Screen™ Primary fractionating screen for single-stream MRFs. Uses cantilevered steel augers to divert 60% or more of inbound material away from traditional presort, reducing manual labor and improving worker safety. Targeted at municipalities, recycling operators, and waste management firms building or upgrading MRFs.
• OCC Auger Screen™ Patented non-wrapping corrugated cardboard separation machine using high-agitation helical augers with self-cleaning cantilevered tri-lobe design. Produces clean Old Corrugated Cardboard (OCC) end-product without presort labor. Targets MRF operators needing automated OCC recovery.
• CP Disc Screens (CPScreen™, OCCScreen™, GlassBreaker Screen™) High-capacity, low-maintenance disc screens for liberating 2D material from 3D material. Features wrap-resistant steel and rubber discs and includes the GlassBreaker Screen for glass liberation. Targeted at MRF operators requiring durable, high-throughput separation.
• Trommel Rotary screening equipment using a revolving screened cylinder for size-based separation. Suitable for construction and demolition waste, municipal solid waste, green waste, and waste-to-energy front-end separation.
• LightsOut™ Air Drum Separator Air separation solution that eliminates lightweight impurities (film, paper shreds) from dense commodities like glass. Features no wear parts, no bag house or cyclone required, and minimal maintenance. Targets MRF operators needing cost-effective 2D/3D separation.
• Can Densifiers (CANDENSOR 600) Automated aluminum container compaction equipment (CANDENSOR 600) for efficient densification of UBC (used beverage containers) to maximize shipping weight loads. Over 10,000 units operating globally since 1977. Targets recycling operators and UBC processors.
• CP Drum Feeder Heavy-duty rotating drum that prevents surges and provides consistent material feed rate, with hydraulic lifting arm for material bypass and lugs/knives to break up compacted materials. Layers light and heavy materials at the start of the stream. Targets MRF operators needing feed-rate stability.
• Conveyors Material handling and transport systems for MRF automation, streamlining material sorting and transportation throughout the recycling process.
• MSS Optical Sorters (FiberMax™, PlasticMax™, L-VIS, MetalMiner) NIR-based optical sorting line including FiberMax™ (mixed paper/fiber sorting), PlasticMax™ (PET, HDPE, mixed plastics by resin type), L-VIS (liquid packaging), and MetalMiner (metal detection). Run at belt speeds up to 1,000 ft/min on 112-inch wide belts. CIRRUS sensor platform enables recipe-based selective sorting. Targets MRF operators requiring high-purity commodity separation.
• Vivid AI™ Platform AI-powered sorting platform combining Recycleye's deep-learning vision technology with MSS optical sorting. Powers three extraction configurations — Vivid Air™ (air ejection, 10x picks/min vs. mechanical arms), Vivid Bot™ (robotic arm extraction), and Vivid Vision™ (vision-only monitoring). Targets MRF operators needing AI-driven quality control.
• Vivid Air™ AI-powered air-ejection extraction system for high-volume QC line automation. Combines Recycleye AI sensor with MSS air ejection. Offers single- or dual-eject configurations, 10x picks/min vs. mechanical arms, minimal maintenance, and lower compressed air usage.
• Vivid Bot™ Robotic arm extraction solution suited for tight retrofits and lower-volume positions. Can identify and sort more than three material categories using AI vision.
• Vivid Vision™ Vision-only sensor system for real-time material characterization analysis and stream monitoring. Compatible with Vivid Air™ or Vivid Bot™, or deployable as standalone unit on most conveyor belts.
• Advanced MRF Controls & SCADA Industrial automation and SCADA control systems for real-time monitoring of equipment status, production rates, energy usage, predictive maintenance, and integration with baling lines and other equipment. Built by Advanced MRF division (acquired 2012), UL 508A/cUL certified.
• Single Stream Recycling Systems Complete turnkey MRF solutions for processing single-stream residential and commercial recyclables. Integrates screens, optical sorters, AI, and advanced electrical solutions. Systems range from 8 to 70+ tons per hour.
• MSW Processing Systems Systems for municipal solid waste processing, designed for high throughput, maximum recovery rates, and integration with waste-to-energy technologies.
• Plastics Recycling Systems Complete systems for plastic bottle and container sorting using MSS Optical Sorters and Vivid AI to identify and recover different plastic grades (PET, HDPE, PVC, LDPE, PP, PS) by grade and color.
• Commercial and Industrial Systems Systems for processing commercial and industrial waste including OCC, fiber, cardboard, wood, metals, glass, textiles, and more from various business sectors.
• Green Waste and Organics Systems Systems for processing organic materials such as yard trimmings and food scraps, converting waste into compost, mulch, or other sustainable materials.
• Construction and Demolition Systems Heavy-duty systems for processing construction and demolition waste including concrete, wood, metals, glass, fibers, plastics, and reclaimed building materials. Includes equipment from acquired Krause Manufacturing.
• Installation & Project Management Services Full turnkey project delivery including system engineering, layout design, on-site installation, and commissioning. Project management team oversees third-party scheduling, shipping, and installation to deliver on-time and on-budget.
• Aftermarket Parts & Service Parts supply with extensive inventory for same/next-day delivery. Service technicians provide maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, operator training, quarterly site visits, preventive maintenance programs, performance diagnostics, and electrical audits.

Quantifiable outcome

• OCC Auger Screen diverts 60%+ of inbound material away from presort, eliminating need for 50%+ of manual sorters
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature13 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered significant, core and established.

• GlaciersignificantTechnology or Integration · 1 June 2026CP Group integrated six AI-powered robotic QC units supplied by Glacier into Mid-Valley Recycling's Fresno MRF commercial line (2026). Glacier's robots use computer vision and AI to identify recyclable materials in real time on the sorting line, improving recovery, reducing contamination, and adapting to changing material streams.
• RecycleyecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026CP Group acquired a majority stake in London-based Recycleye in April 2026. Recycleye develops high-accuracy AI-vision systems for waste sorting using deep learning and neural networks. The acquisition creates 'the industry's most comprehensive AI-based sorting and plant control portfolio for MRF operators worldwide.' Companies have collaborated since 2023 through CP Group's MSS optical sorting division. They continue operating divisional structures while coordinating engineering and commercial activity across Europe and the United States.
• REgroupestablishedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 December 2025REgroup partnered with CP Group to design, build, and operate a 112,000 sq. ft. advanced MRF in Halifax, Nova Scotia (Circular Materials project, 30 TPH). CP Group provides system design and integration while REgroup handles construction, building operation, and municipal relationship. Expected operational early 2027.
• Cisek InspectionssignificantStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2025CP Group and Cisek Inspections announced a strategic alliance in November 2025 to create cutting-edge X-ray scanning and automated extraction systems for Materials Recovery Facilities. The partnership aims to remove hazardous materials from recycling streams, enhancing safety and compliance.
• KDWestablishedImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 June 2024KDW designed and built the Balcones Recycling San Antonio campus ($68M, 145,000 sq. ft.) while CP Group designed and integrated the MRF system. Also partnered on the Circular Services Dallas Metroplex MRF ($61M, 120,000 sq. ft.) where CP Group provided system design and KDW handled construction.
• Advanced MRFcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2012CP Group acquired Advanced MRF in 2012. Advanced MRF is a specialist in intelligent motor controls and data acquisition, now operating as CP Group's Controls & Electrical Division. Builds UL508A/cUL certified control panels with VFD, PLC, and HMI systems. Provides SCADA packages for real-time MRF monitoring and predictive maintenance.
• Ken Mills EngineeringestablishedImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2009Formed a joint venture between CP Manufacturing and Ken Mills Engineering in 2009 to provide support to European-based clients, navigating local regulations and logistical challenges for international project implementation.
• Krause ManufacturingcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2004CP Group acquired Krause Manufacturing in 2004. Krause was a leader in construction and demolition separation equipment, bringing decades of knowledge in C&D recovery systems and a robust line of heavy-duty equipment to CP Group's portfolio.
• MSS (Optical Sorting Division)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2003CP Group acquired MSS in 2003. MSS is a leading specialist in optical sorting solutions since 1973, operating as a division of CP Group. MSS produces the CIRRUS, FiberMax, PlasticMax, L-VIS, and MetalMiner optical sorting lines, and the Vivid AI sorting technology.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Komptech: Austrian-headquartered manufacturer of mechanical and biological waste processing equipment, with strong European footprint. Comparable to CP Group's C&D, MSW, and green waste system offerings but primarily serving European markets through different regional channels.

Direct peers

• Steinert: German-headquartered manufacturer of magnetic and sensor-based sorting equipment for recycling and mining. Direct competitor to MSS optical sorters and CP Group's overall MRF equipment portfolio, particularly in Europe where CP Group operates through the Ken Mills Engineering joint venture.
• Bulk Handling Systems (BHS): US-based designer and manufacturer of sorting and processing equipment for MRFs and waste-to-energy facilities. Direct competitor in screens, optical sorting, and turnkey MRF systems, with overlapping customer base among large North American recyclers.
• Machinex Technologies: Canadian manufacturer of recycling and sorting equipment for MRFs, including optical sorters, screens, and turnkey systems. Closest direct competitor to CP Group in North American single-stream and C&D MRF equipment, with comparable project scale and customer overlap.
• Sierra International Machinery: US-based manufacturer of recycling and waste processing equipment including balers, conveyors, and MRF components. Smaller-scale direct competitor to CP Group in North American MRF equipment, often competing on smaller municipal and C&I projects.
• Vecoplan: German manufacturer of shredders, conveyors, and processing equipment for waste, recycling, and C&D applications. Overlaps with CP Group's Krause Manufacturing division and competes for C&D and MSW system projects globally.

Broad incumbents

• TOMRA Systems ASA: Norway-headquartered, publicly-listed global leader in optical sorting for recycling, food, and mining. Overlaps with CP Group's MSS optical sorter division and competes directly in NIR-based sorting; broader portfolio and substantially larger R&D budget position TOMRA as the dominant incumbent in optical MRF sorting.
• Wastequip: US-based diversified manufacturer of waste and recycling equipment, including balers, compactors, and containers. Broader portfolio than CP Group but overlaps in equipment sales to MRF operators and waste management companies.

Emerging players

• Glacier: AI-powered robotic sorting company and existing CP Group partner (Glacier robots integrated at Mid-Valley Fresno MRF). Overlaps with Vivid Bot/Vivid Air product lines and represents both a partner and a competitive threat in the AI/robotics retrofit segment.
• AMP Robotics: US-based AI and robotics company applying computer vision to recycling sorting. Emerging competitor to CP Group's Vivid AI platform (powered by Recycleye) for AI-driven MRF quality control, with significant venture backing and growing installed base in North American MRFs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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