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In recognition of a particularly noteworthy contribution to the tyre recycling sector by a company specialising in tyre pyrolysis.
CONTEC SA
Contec actively works at the forefront of the tyre pyrolysis industry and has now secured its mid-term plans in terms of both capacity expansions (existing production facility plus 4 more locations within the EU), as well as technology improvements and quality control.
ECOLOMONDO CORP
This Canadian operation has been built up from the research and development stage to a holistic enterprise at its Hawkesbury plant. The whole process is contained in a single building, and the company plans to operate a JiT feedstock supply. Although new to commercial operations, the plant is planned down to the last detail.
KAL TIRE CHILE
Kal Tire’s recently opened pyrolysis facility near Antofagasta has been nominated for its contribution to the recycling of mining tyres in Chile.
PYRUM INNOVATIONS
Germany-based Pyrum Innovations in the only tyre pyrolysis company with a continuous process running 24/7 for over one year producing high quality products for BASF and prestigious tyre producers. Their technology is innovative and shows multiple advantages compared to classic rotary kiln reactors or batch reactors. They are also a key partner in the EU-funded Blackcycle Project, which represents a turning point for the tyre industry.
SCANDINAVIAN ENVIRO SYSTEMS
The Swedish pyrolysis operation was founded in 2001, has its head office in Gothenburg and runs its own plant in Asensbruk, Sweden. The company has received significant financial input from Michelin, which owns 20% of the company.
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TYRE PYROLYSIS AWARD