Projects in Raw Materials and Recycling
Research project
VinylMet - Recovery of heavy metals from MSWI slag
In an earlier project (VinyAcid), it was found that the dosed addition of PVC sorting residues in MSW incineration plants not only produces more acid but also shifts heavy metals from the slag to the filter ash. This enables heavy metals to be recovered from the filter ash.
Research project
DepoCarb - Stabilisation of slag landfills through carbonation
In cooperation with waste incineration plants and landfill operators, field tests are being carried out on the ‘artificial’ carbonation of MSWI slag. This achieves a chemically inert state (‘earth crust quality’) of the slag, so that heavy metal emissions discharged with the landfill leachate are reduced or prevented in the long…
Research project
Eco-plaster - plaster mortar made from mineral waste
UMTEC has discovered that a combination of paper ash and selected, finely ground waste materials has very good binder properties. In this innovation project, a binder formulation is being optimised for use as exterior wall plaster.
Research project
tireX - Reduction of tyre abrasion emissions
UMEC has discovered that tyre abrasion has magnetic properties. This innovation project is investigating the technical and economic feasibility of new types of tyre abrasion collectors based on magnetic separators. A patent application has been filed.
Research project
TISCAREC - Recycling of artificial turf
Tisca Tischhauser AG would like to promote the environmentally friendly disposal of the artificial turf it produces. This strengthens the sustainability of the high-quality Tisca artificial turf.
