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enespa supplies research plant to Brazil

enespa group is selling a cube system plant to COPPE, the renowned institute for engineering at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), thereby championing scientific research into chemical recycling. The plant enables researchers to focus intensively on this technology.
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The cube system is being loaded for transportation to Brazil. It will arrive in Rio de Janeiro in six to eight weeks.
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The cube system is being loaded for transportation to Brazil. It will arrive in Rio de Janeiro in six to eight weeks.

Our production workshop in Tangstedt is a hive of activity. The final screws are being inspected, the protective packaging carefully applied. Pallets are being secured, containers sealed. A rack-mounted plant is all set for its long journey across the Atlantic: from Tangstedt in Germany to Rio in Brazil. Its destination is COPPE , the renowned research institute of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). It is where the plant will be used as a cutting-edge test platform for chemical recycling.

A journey with great potential

In a few weeks, the plant will arrive in Rio – marking the start of a new phase of research for the scientists there. Their goal: To discover how plastic waste can be converted efficiently into valuable raw materials. For COPPE , this marks the first project in chemical recycling – an important milestone in the further development of sustainable technologies in Brazil. Thanks to its compact design, the plant is ideal for research and likely to attract interest from other institutes and researchers.

Research – the key to the circular economy

The plant will be accompanied on its journey by a shredder for input material and a flare for the thermal oxidation of non-condensable gases. The plastic-to-oil plant can convert up to one tonne of polyolefin-based plastic waste per day into valuable plastic pyrolysis oil (PPO).
 
The project is a major step for enespa. "Research is crucial to unlocking the full potential of chemical recycling," says project manager Julian Dick. "With this plant, we are laying the foundation for new insights to drive further development of the circular economy". enespa operates an identical test plant at its site in Tangstedt to continuously enhance and further develop its unique pyrolysis technology.

  • The plant is ready for collection in the production hall in Tangstedt.

  • Thanks to its compact design, the cube system plant is ideal for research purposes.

  • The time has come: the plant begins its journey.

  • The pyrolysis plant is loaded together with a shredder for input material and a flare for the thermal oxidation of non-condensable gases.

A chance to solve Brazil's waste problem

enespa wants to make chemical recycling a key component of the circular economy while raising awareness for sustainable solutions. And a research plant at a renowned university is an ideal way to achieve this goal. It is where innovative ideas come to life, ideas that point the way towards a resource-efficient future. At the same time, the plant gives budding researchers the opportunity to further develop chemical recycling and to work on innovative solutions for a sustainable circular economy. It also enables Brazil to tackle its plastic waste problem, long term – for the benefit of future generations.

The journey is set to continue

The plant's journey ends in Rio. But enespa's is far from over. The company sees great potential for future projects and hopes the research plant in Rio will serve as a demonstration facility to showcase the benefits of the pyrolysis process to companies and institutions. The local distributor Fluxo is making sure that the research facility is made accessible to interested partners. In addition, the project is being financed by the research centre of a well-known Brazilian company, which underlines the importance of the issue for the region.
 
What began in the Tangstedt production workshop will soon help maximise the full potential of chemical recycling worldwide in the fight against plastic waste. Especially in Latin America, where plastic waste poses a significant challenge, research into new recycling technologies can play a crucial role in bringing about solutions.

Our partners

COPPE
The Alberto Luiz Coimbra Institute for Graduate Studies and Research in Engineering, or COPPE, is one of the leading centres for education and research in Engineering in Latin America. As an integral part of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), COPPE offers a wide range of master's and PhD courses in various engineering disciplines.
 
With its strong emphasis on research and innovation, COPPE works closely with industry, government and academic institutions to develop technological solutions that meet societal challenges. The institution is well known for its contributions to various sectors such as energy, environment, technology and sustainable development.
coppe.ufrj.br
Fluxo
Fluxo is enespa's representative and distributor in Brazil. The company is supporting the introduction of the technology locally and enabling potential customers to view the system and carry out laboratory tests.
fluxo.si
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