In an era where sustainability transcends choice to become a necessity, the transformation of plastic from bottle to flake symbolizes the epitome of recycling, embodying the circular economy’s principles. This journey, initiated by individuals depositing their used plastic bottles, culminates in these materials being reborn as pellets ready for crafting new bottles, showcasing technological innovation […]
In January this year, the European ZHyRON project was launched in Spain to pioneer a new process for recycling steel-making by-products based on using green hydrogen. As reported by independent non-profit media agency youris.com, nine companies and institutions from six European countries collaborate to pioneer a valorization pathway for steel-making by-products rich in iron and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
Currently, the production, consumption and disposal of products and food are responsible for almost half of global greenhouse gas emissions and up to 90 percent of biodiversity loss, according to the latest Circular Cities Declaration report. This take-make-waste approach is exacerbating the consequences of climate change and, as the demand for strategic resources such as […]
On April 25, the European Parliament passed the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA), recognising and strengthening Waste-to-Energy’s role towards a greener Europe. ESWET* welcomes the EU’s ambition that led to this bold move and acknowledges the cooperation of the European institutions to get this legislation over the line. NZIA will accelerate the deployment of technology […]