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Video Upscaling for Recycling

Professional video production services

AI-powered resolution enhancement to 4K and beyond. — tailored for recycling professionals.

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Our Process

Three steps to your perfect video

01

Color Analysis & References

We review all footage, identify exposure issues, and define the target color palette with mood references and LUT exploration.

Technical details
Waveform/vectorscope analysis in DaVinci Resolve, reference frame matching, dailies review.
02

Primary & Secondary Grading

Shot-by-shot color correction for consistency, then creative grading with power windows and secondary adjustments.

Technical details
DaVinci Resolve Studio with calibrated FSI monitor, node-based grading, custom LUT creation.
03

HDR & Final Master

Broadcast compliance check, HDR/SDR delivery, and export of custom LUTs for your future productions.

Technical details
Dolby Vision/HDR10 mastering, Rec.709 and Rec.2020 delivery, .cube LUT package for on-set reference.

Good to know

Every project includes a dedicated project manager and clear milestones with approval checkpoints.

All final deliverables are yours — full ownership and usage rights included with every project.

Why Recycling Needs Video Upscaling

In the Recycling sector, professional video content has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. Whether you need promotional material, training content, or brand storytelling, Video Upscaling delivers measurable results that transform how recycling professionals communicate with their audience.

Specific Challenges for Recycling

Recycling companies must overcome public skepticism — many consumers doubt that their sorted waste is actually recycled. Facility tour videos showing the complete journey from curbside collection through sorting, processing, and transformation into new raw materials provide the transparency that rebuilds trust. MRF operations featuring optical sorters, eddy current separators, and baling systems create surprisingly engaging industrial content. Educational campaigns explaining contamination — what does and does not belong in each bin — reduce processing costs and improve material quality. B2B content for municipalities evaluating recycling contracts needs to demonstrate processing capacity, contamination rates, and end-market relationships. The visual transformation of waste into pellets, flakes, or new products tells a circular economy story that resonates with environmentally conscious audiences.

Video Challenges in Recycling

Making Invisible Threats Visible

Environmental organizations face the challenge of making abstract concepts — climate change, pollution, biodiversity loss — tangible and urgent. Data visualization, documentary approaches, and before/after comparisons are essential tools. 71% of consumers prefer brands with visible environmental commitments demonstrated through video.

Filming environmental content often requires specialized equipment for underwater, aerial, or extreme condition shoots. Time-based documentation (seasonal changes, ecosystem recovery) demands long-term planning and patience.

Success Stories & Case Studies

Marine Conservation Documentary

A marine conservation NGO produced an underwater documentary series showcasing coral reef degradation and recovery efforts. The content reached 8M views, drove €1.8M in donations, and was instrumental in establishing a new marine protected area.

Corporate Sustainability Reporting

A recycling company created process transparency videos showing material recovery workflows. B2B client acquisition grew 67% as prospects could verify sustainability claims visually.

Key Benefits for Recycling

Awareness, Action & Accountability

Environmental video drives measurable impact: awareness campaigns with video reach 10x more people, process transparency videos increase stakeholder trust by 58%, and educational content drives behavioral change 3x more effectively than text. Organizations with strong environmental video content see 45% higher engagement from younger demographics.

Our Video Upscaling Process

Color Grading Process

1. Color Analysis: We review all footage, identify exposure/white balance issues, and establish the target look with mood references and LUT exploration.

2. Primary Correction: Exposure normalization, white balance correction, and overall color balance across all shots for consistency.

3. Creative Grade: Scene-by-scene color grading to achieve the desired mood, with custom power windows, secondary corrections, and film emulation.

4. Final QC: Broadcast compliance check (if needed), HDR/SDR delivery, and export of custom LUTs for future use.

What Makes Video Upscaling Unique

Video upscaling increases resolution — typically from 720p or 1080p to 4K — using AI-powered super-resolution algorithms that reconstruct detail rather than simply interpolating pixels. We use Topaz Video AI and DaVinci Resolve's Super Scale, testing multiple models (Artemis, Proteus, Gaia) to find the best fit for your footage type. This is essential for repurposing archive footage, old commercials, or user-generated content for modern 4K deliverables. Processing time depends on duration and target resolution: 10 minutes of 1080p-to-4K takes roughly 4-8 hours of render time, with delivery in 1-2 business days. We provide before/after frame comparisons for quality approval.

What You Receive

You receive: color-graded master in ProRes/DPX, custom LUT package, before/after comparison frames, HDR and SDR versions, and color-consistent stills for marketing.

Technical Specifications

Software: DaVinci Resolve Studio, Baselight | Monitoring: FSI DM250, calibrated Rec.709/P3/Rec.2020 | Formats: ACES workflow, CDL, .cube LUT export | HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG

Getting Started with Video Upscaling for Recycling

Ready to elevate your Recycling brand with professional video upscaling? Our team combines deep industry expertise with advanced production techniques to deliver content that drives real results. Contact us for a free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

Ready to bring your vision to life?

Let's discuss your video upscaling needs for recycling. Free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

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