K 2022

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Issue 04/2026 K 2028 Advisory Board begins preparations for the world’s leading trade fair

Dr Axel von Wiedersperg elected as new chairman

The inaugural meeting of the Exhibitor Advisory Board has marked the start of preparations for K 2028. The world’s leading trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry will take place in Düsseldorf from 18 to 25 October 2028.

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Issue 04/2026 EGA and Panizzolo: a large-scale aluminium recycling project

Processing of aluminium scrap up to 185 000 t/a

A complete line for the UAE’s largest aluminium recycling plant, designed to process complex aluminium scrap and prepare it for the melting cycle through a controlled, efficient and fully integrated process.

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Issue 04/2026 Pyrolysis of biomass as a contribution to climate neutrality

Technologies, challenges and practical examples

The challenges posed by climate change highlight the urgent need to drive forward the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. One technology that is becoming increasingly important in this context is the pyrolysis of biomass.

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Issue 04/2026 IEG: Ecomondo 2026 is becoming increasingly global

The ecological transition ecosystem continues to grow and evolve

Against a backdrop characterised by the acceleration of European policy on ecological transformation, Ecomondo is establishing itself as a key ecosystem for industry, institutions, research and policy-makers to exchange views on the major industrial and environmental changes that are redefining global markets.

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Issue 04/2026 Efficiency for recycling operations

Developed for real-world use

When a machine operates on a shift schedule, it must function reliably. The SENNEBOGEN 360 G telehandler demonstrated exactly that early on during its practical deployment at Chiemgau Recycling.

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Issue 04/2026 Waste & Recycling Specification for the WA170M-11

Powerful machinery meets intelligent assistance and safety features

The Komatsu WA170M 11 wheel loader is now available with a Waste & Recycling specification.

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Issue 04/2026 Processing solutions for implementing the PPWR

Who, how, what – between regulation and reality

Although the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging  Waste Regulation), which comes into force on 12 August 2026, sets clear targets for the use of recycled materials, in practice the "how" is often still missing.

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Issue 04/2026

Let’s meet in person

The first half of 2026 has been quite an exciting and eventful time for us here at recovery. There were, after all, many trade fairs and conferences, both large and small. All of them – without exception – were well worth the trip: interesting insights, new recycling methods, food for thought and many fascinating conversations. Two of these are featured in the form of interviews in this issue of recovery.

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Reliable performance every day in a demanding recycling environment

Anyone who steps onto the grounds of Maag Recycling AG in Winterthur immediately senses that recycling here is not an abstract concept, but precision work carried out every day. Trucks arrive...

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EREMA Group: Plastics Recycling Remains a Long-Term Growth Market

Despite challenging market conditions, the EREMA Group remains focused on the ongoing development of its recycling technologies and committed to producing in Austria. Since 1983, the Group has sold...

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