Mocom plans to give up Gardelegen site
Mocom is planning to close the Gardelegen recycling site in 2026. The company cites the current market environment, a lack of regulatory planning certainty and low demand for recyclates as the reasons for this.
Electric motors and batteries in a circuit
Batteries and electric motors are electromobility components that contain valuable raw materials. The "Zirkel-Konsortium" has set itself the task of developing technologies to feed these raw materials into a circular economy. One key to an efficient recycling process is the automated dismantling of the components.
read more...Evonik pilot plant digitized in partnership with Schneider Electric
A new pilot plant at Evonik's Essen site is being operated with Schneider Electric's open automation solution to optimize additives for plastics recycling. The collaboration aims to use data analytics, improve scalability and support circular practices.
read more...The future of growth and profitability
Over the years, the topic of sustainability has always been a challenge for companies, as it has repeatedly moved into the organizational and political focus. Alongside periods of intense progress, there have also been times when industries have struggled to adapt to new regulations and regional differences. However, one thing has become clear: Sustainability is a driver of growth and profitability.
read more...Dangerous additives in plastic
Study uncovers thousands of chemicals of concern in plastics
A new study by Empa and international research teams shows: Plastics contain over 16,000 chemicals - many of which are potentially hazardous to humans and the environment. For the first time, the analysis provides a sound basis for making plastics safer, more transparent and more sustainable.
read more...EU Council of Ministers launches new end-of-life vehicle regulation
The European automotive industry is facing upheaval: the EU Council of Ministers has agreed on a new end-of-life vehicle regulation. The aim is to anchor the reusability and recyclability of vehicles in the development process and reduce dependence on critical raw materials.
read more...How Brussels wants to strengthen the industry
EU Clean Industrial Deal: less bureaucracy, cheaper energy
The EU Commission wants to get Europe's economy back on track for growth with the "Clean Industrial Deal" - and is focusing on green technologies, lower energy prices and less bureaucracy. But what exactly are these measures supposed to look like? An overview.
read more...TPBK wheel series made from recycled...
Yoghurt pots become a round thing
Torwegge is setting an example for sustainability in conveyor technology. The intralogistics specialist from Bielefeld manufactures its TPBK wheels entirely from recycled plastic granulate - obtained from yoghurt pots.
read more...Starting signal given for Igus:bike world tour
The starting signal has been given, the igus:bike is on a world tour. To mark the 60th anniversary of igus, the innovative, orange-lit bicycle made from recycled plastic will be traveling the world for a whole year.
read more...New project with e-bike manufacturer
Igus develops recyclable plastic bicycle frame
Igus continues to expand its bicycle component business and presents the first injection-molded bicycle frame made of composite material for advanced bikes.
read more...Pre-chopping - no longer necessary!
Strautmann Umwelttechnik presents a new machine for waste disposal - the all-rounder Jumbo Load Baler. It compacts cardboard, paper, octabins, film, PET bottles and beverage cans with a throughput of up to 800 kilograms per hour.
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