How to Choose the right Permanent Overband Magnet

Permanent Overband Magnets are commonplace in most mines and quarries, removing tramp ferrous metal and protecting crushers, screens and conveyors against damage. However, there are different designs of such magnets developed to suit specific applications. According to Bunting, one of the leading designers and manufacturers of magnetic separators, eddy current separators, metal detectors and electrostatic […]

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Panizzolo Recycling Systems: Solutions that Innovate the Future

The rapid transformations involving the metal recovery sector present significant challenges for companies. But how do businesses respond to change? The vision of Panizzolo Recycling Systems, a leading Italian company in the sector, helps us understand how to prepare to make the most of future opportunities. In this exclusive interview with Mauro Panizzolo, the owner […]

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Mattress Recycling: Repolyol from Polyurethane Foam

German-based H&S Anlagentechnik GmbH has realized an industrial-scale reactor plant for RetourMatras, a Dutch recycling company specialized in dismantling of mattresses and their transformation into circular resources. The plant uses an advanced depolymerization recycling technology to produce high-quality recycled polyol (Repolyol) from polyurethane foam (PU) from end-of-life mattresses, the plant manufacturer explained. Polyol is one […]

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Europe’s Leading Machine Manufacturers Utilize TRO’s Industrial Knives

For nearly a century, TRO – cutting tools, has been a strong representative of the production of industrial knives. Over the years, TRO has evolved into a global supplier of industrial knives, securing a prominent position among the largest producers in Europe. With a modern approach and a workforce of 150 employees, TRO operates as […]

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Excavator Liebherr R 980 SME in Slag Handling Operations

German company Backes Transport und Schlackenaufbereitung GmbH uses the Liebherr R 980 SME crawler excavator for loading hot and cold slag. To meet the challenges of this kind of operation, the machine was specially built per the customer’s requirements. For slag loading work, the machine is equipped with special safety devices such as a fire-fighting […]

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Sorting of Aluminum Alloys

The Italian corporation SGM Magnetics, one of the leaders in X-ray sorting technologies for metal recyclers including X-ray Transmission and X-ray Fluorescence is now launching its latest proprietary X-ray technology called XRF-BS. This technology consists in the combination of X-ray Fluorescence with X-ray Back Scattering presented as an alternative to LIBS (Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) […]

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AIK Technik – the Specialist for the Optimization of Waste Incineration Plants

When it comes to process optimization in the field of fly ash treatment, mercury and dioxin separation in flue gas purification or wastewater treatment of waste incineration plants and the development of plants, components and processes, AIK Technik AG from Sursee, Switzerland is regarded as a proven partner for authorities, special-purpose associations and various branches […]

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Using Solar Power for Producing Alternative Fuels

Norwich-headquartered PSH Environmental Ltd has unveiled a project to transform waste into a renewable energy source – using only solar power. The announcement follows a significant re-investment into a 12,000 square feet new building, 40 percent extension to the yard, new wash plant, solar system, and a UNTHA XR3000C mobil-e shredder. Capable of processing a […]

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Turkish Plastics Recycler Produces with Austrian Technology

Turkish firm Tanrıkulu had ordered the recycling line from Austrian engineering firm Starlinger. The new post-consumer HDPE and PP recycling line is installed at the company’s recycling facility in Başiskele (Kocaeli Province, Turkey). Featuring Starlinger’s special high-vacuum degassing unit, the recoSTAR dynamic 215 C-VAC has a production capacity of two tons of high-quality plastic pellets […]

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“Next Generation” Loaders for Different Tasks

Caterpillar has presented the next generation of Cat 926, 930 and 938 wheel loaders. The machines offer a range of new technologies and features designed to boost productivity by simplifying machine operations. “Adding flexibility by design, the versatile Cat small wheel loaders offer industry-specific configurations to efficiently handle agriculture, waste, forestry, aggregate and snow removal […]

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