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Welcome to our first stand-alone issue of Future Waste! From what started as a small pull out magazine from our sister magazine, Plant Planet, has grown substantially with the neverending news and information about waste management. Be sure to check out the long awaited RWM preview and our exciting cover story from GGR as they discuss the development of their new Telehandler battery range and the obstacles they faced during ThisCovid.September issue is full to the brim with over 70 pages covering a wide range of news and information specific to the recycling and waste management sectors, and is an exciting development for all involved. We will be celebrating the launch of Future Waste at the return of RWM and Letsrecycle Live, the all-encompassing UK show for the recycling and waste management sector taking place on 14th-15th September 2022 at the NEC, Birmingham.You can read the full show preview on page 24 of this issue. Be sure to keep up-to-date with the latest news via our website and social media pages, and we look forward to seeing you again for our next issue. Us
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- A NOTE FROM DARREN SHELTON, BUSINESS MANAGER, FUTURE WASTE WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES ARE NOW MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER, WITH THE UK BECOMING THE FIRST MAJOR ECONOMY IN THE WORLD TO PASS INTO LAW THAT IT WILL BRING ALL GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS TO NET ZERO BY 2050 AS WELL AS THE WORLD LOOKING TO MOVE TO A MORE CIRCULAR ECONOMY.
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LATEST NEWS A round up of the latest news from the recycling and waste sectors over the past few months. SUSTAINABLE BIODEGRADABLEPACKAGING:VSCOMPOSTABLE Future Waste takes a look into the two popular types of sustainable packaging. THIS 5 R'S OF WASTE MANAGEMENT Olivia Woodward delves into the 5 R's of wastemanagement, what are they and how can we use them. RWM & LET'S RECYCLE LIVE 2022 PREVIEW A look into the UK's leading event for waste,resource and sustainability professionals is back with the must see stands of this years show! GGR GROUP: FARESIN 6.26 ELECTRIC TELEHANDLER An exclusive interview with Daniel Ezzatrvar discuss ing the launch and development of the Faresin 6.26 Electric Telehandler. SMT GB: LOAD ASSIST SMT GB delves into the heart of their system with the Load Assist software that they use on a day-to-day basis. 40241914932 48 BIFFA: OFFICIAL WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING PROVIDER OF THE BIRMINGHAM 2022 COMMONWEALTH GAMES Michael Topham, Chief Executive Officer of Biffa, discusses how the Birmingham 2022 Commonweatlh Games can inspire your next sus tainable large-scale event.
32 GGR TRICFARESINGROUP:6.26ELEC-TELEHANDLER An exclusive interview with Daniel Ezzatrvar discussing the launch and development of the Faresin 6.26 Electric Tele 40 SMT GB: LOAD ASSIST Volvo SMT delves into the heart of their system with the Load Assist software that they use on a day-to-day basis. BIFFA & THE BIRMINGHAM 2022 COMMONWEALTH GAMES Michael Topham, Chief Executive Officer of Biffa, discusses how the Birmingham 2022 Commonweatlh Games can inspire your next sus tainable large-scale event WASTE FUNDINGPROCESSING Akvile Peckyte explores the latest investment in biomass and waste processing and the development around this sector. CRACKDOWN ON WASTE CRIME Olivia Woodward covers the cost of waste crime and how it is time to take action. PRODUCT FOCUS Find the latest innovations, excit ing products and services from our advertisers. 60485464
McCloskeyEquipment.co.uk McCloskey Equipment provides New Machines, Parts Distribution, Servicing and Machinery Overhaul. Collectively, McCloskey Equipment offers over 100 years’ experience of machinery and processing in every application. A wide range of industries across the UK are supported by McCloskey Equipment, including Aggregates, Landscaping, Infrastructure and Road Building, Mining, Construction and Demolition, Waste Management and Recycling. 01235 Sales@McCloskeyEquipment.co.uk832407 Available from McCloskey Equipment Meet the McCloskey Environmental ES-250 & ESS-300 Mobile Shredders Capable of shredding virtually any type of material, these high torque, primary shredders are designed to reliably and effectively meet the needs of plants where the incoming materials vary greatly in size, composition and shred difficulty. Applications include, but are not limited to, bulky industrial waste, C&D, MSW, wood/green waste, scrap metal, as well as landfill mining/reclaiming. The dual-shaft ES-250 and single-shaft ESS-300 have stated capacities of up to 100TPH and 60TPH respectively, offering cost effective shredding with one of lowest operating costs per tonne.
To meet the growing demand for battery electric heavy-duty vehicles and machines, the Volvo Group has initiated the process to establish a large-scale production plant for battery cells in Sweden.
Volvo Group starts process to establish plant for battery production in Sweden aim to do this together with partners and the journey starts now,” says Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO of the Volvo Group. An extensive site localization study has been done, which indicates that the Skaraborg region in Sweden is an ideal location for the plant. The proposed site in the municipality of Mariestad is situated close to the Volvo Group’s current main powertrain plant in Skövde and will benefit from the region’s existing industrial and logistics infrastructure and build on a strong heritage and world-class competence in advanced, highvolume manufacturing, while having access to Sweden’s rich supply of fossil free energy. The Volvo Group’s R&D centers and headquarters in Gothenburg are only two hours away. The Volvo Group plans to gradually increase capacity and reach large-scale series production by 2030. The battery cells will be designed specifically for commercial vehicle supportingapplications,theglobal rollout of electric trucks, buses, construction equipment and electric drivelines for different Establishmentapplications. of the production site is subject to approvals from relevant authorities. The final localization will be determined after the public consultation has been conducted and operations are subject to environmental permit approvals.
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“We aim to lead the transition to a decarbonized transport system and have the long-term ambition to offer our customers solutions that are 100% fossil free. There is a strong demand from our customers already today, and by 2030, it is our ambition that at least 35% of the products we sell are electric. This ramp-up will require large volumes of high-performing batteries, produced using fossil free energy and it is a logical next step for us to include battery production in our future industrial footprint. We
Richard Robinson, Viridor’s Direc tor of Health and Safety, added: “We must ensure everyone goes home safe every day, this is the first and most critical step to running our business. Health and safety is cen tral to our ESG strategy to ensure that our people, visitors, contractors and communities where we operate know that we are one of the safest operators in the sector.”
Viridor’s CEO Kevin Bradshaw commented: “Leading on health, safety, decarbonisation, and cir cularity is where we can make a meaningful difference. By classify ing waste decarbonisation activities as green investments, the Govern ment could unlock more investment into UK infrastructure and build on the UK’s leading net zero targets.
To do this, the Taxonomy will need to classify key areas of the waste sector as green, including removing polluting plastics from the waste stream and capturing carbon from waste treatment processes. This will ensure that ESG-aligned funds can invest in delivering ESG strategies.
A recent report by Anthesis out lined the scale of the opportunity to invest in recycling infrastruc ture alone – £1bn of investment in infrastructure would end the export of plastic waste and create over 2000 direct and supply chain jobs.
If the sector is not included, there is a risk that investment will fall short of what is needed.
VIRIDOR COMMITS TO BEING AN ESG LEADER WITH LAUNCH OF NEW STRATEGY
Viridor is committed to becoming a net zero company. Policy will be a huge factor in how fast and far we can move on this journey.” On health and safety specifically, Viridor has refreshed its award-win ning HomeSafe programme to improve its health and safety score.
As part of the strategy, Viri dor outlines major commitments to drive performance across envi ronmental, social and governance metrics. The strategy has three major targets: Best in sector health and safety per formance by 2025 A fully circular plastics recycling and reprocessing business by 2025 A net zero carbon business by 2040 and a climate positive business by 2045 – removing more CO2 a year than the total fossil carbon emis sions it generates. The strategy reinforces Viridor’s net zero commitments, including programmes focused on reducing the fossil content of non-recyclable waste and deploying carbon capture technology at its Runcorn facili ty – one of the UK’s largest Energy Recovery Facilities. As proof of its progress on ESG thus far, Viridor has submitted a bid for Runcorn to be one of the first Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) projects selected by the Government in the North West’s HyNet cluster. Installing CCS at Runcorn alone could save over 0.8 million tonnes a year of CO2, while also capturing biogenic CO2 to generate negative emissions. But this ESG strategy is just one part of the equation. Another criti cal part is the Government’s Green Taxonomy which it is set to consult on by the end of the year. More detailed rules on what counts as sustainable investment are then due to Thefollow.Taxonomy will shape invest ment across the economy and must therefore play a critical role in supporting the transition to net zero and a circular economy. It is vital that this framework supports decarbonisation of the waste sector – the UK’s seventh biggest emitter.
Viridor is committed to working with the Government and partners across the sector to ensure that the policy drives this much needed investment. To help the UK recy cle more of the waste it produces, Viridor aims to reach full circularity across all four major plastic types by 2025.
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The in-house developed system will handle more than 100,000 waste profiles, ensure tracking and compliance, and will reducecarbon emissions.
By developing this using our in-house waste management experience, we believe the new system now represents a major step forward for managing wastes for our customers. It also demonstrates Veolia’s commitment to innovation for the sector, and our drive to use the latest technologies that can enhance our operations. For the first time users will have an end-to-end system that deals with their wastes compliantly and efficiently, and ensures all regulatory requirements are met. This will help drive recycling rates and further backs the aim of achieving a circular economy, backed by the increasingly automated recycling and treatment infrastructure that is able to capture more resources and do this more -effectively.”STUARTSTOCK
The system segregates each item based on potential hazards, physical and chemical properties to ensure correct classification, storage and movement in accordance with the local geographical legislation. It also generates all the required regulatory docu ments to demonstrate that the necessary pre-ac ceptance and disposal considerations have been completed. As the system is paperless this elimi nates the need to print paper forms, consignment notes, work orders and invoices which reduces the carbon footprint. The whole system is browser based and is support ed by various operator interfaces including android atex (explosion proof) scanners to identify waste using 2D bar codes written into the ADR waste transport labels, and in cab drivers tablet devices. This provides flexibility by enabling the accurate monitoring, logging and tracking needed for these Originallyoperations.designed to manage hazardous waste covering the components and concentration, waste description, classification, volume, EWC code, UN number and details, the system now forms an essential tool for total waste management and is linked to weighbridge data. Following the testing phase of the project the capabilities have been ex tended to enable processing of clinical wastes.
VEOLIA SET TO TRANSFORM WASTE AND HAZARDOUS WASTE OPERATIONS WITH FIRST UK!MANAGEMENTCLOUD-BASEDSYSTEMINTHE
With the specific aim of enabling customers to access waste management services quickly, and generating all the necessary data to meet appli cable regulations, the system can help users to
To help businesses manage the collection, treat ment and disposal of complex waste streams, leading resource management company, Veolia, has introduced the first end-to-end cloud based system that can ensure compliance and tracea bility for hazardous and non hazardous wastes. Developed by Veolia’s technical teams, the new system manages the complete cycle from enquiry through collection, treatment and disposal and is designed to cover more than 100,000 different waste profiles. Since starting trials last autumn, the system has already managed over 300,000 tonnes of waste processing and scheduled nearly 120,000 service appointments across the UK.
remove wastes from their sites efficiently with the back up of the necessary data. This covers all as pects of the waste management process, from the initial collection at the point of production and onsite transfer and consolidation, through to off-site transportation, treatment, and disposal.
A leading waste management company has added a brand-new JCB Stage V 560-80 Wastemaster telescopic handler to its impres sive fleet of over 20 JCB ma Glasgow-basedchines.
SCOTTISH WASTE SPECIALIST ADDS JCB STAGE V 560-80 WASTEMASTER TO ITS FLEET SCOTTISH WASTE SPECIALIST ADDS JCB STAGE V 560-80 WASTEMASTER TO ITS FLEET
J & M Murdoch will be using the JCB Stage V 560-80 Wastemaster telescopic handler for loading and distrib uting paper, cardboard, plastic and timber at the company’s four recycling centres across Scotland. Supplied by dealer Scot JCB the JCB Stage V 560-80 Wastemas ter telescopic handler has been purpose built to meet the unique requirements of the waste and recycling industry. The world’s number one telescopic handler is designed perfectly to operate in some of the most arduous con ditions and demanding environ ments.
J&M Murdoch Managing Di rector Drew Murdoch said: “We choose JCB for the reliability plus they produce machines that fit all the needs of our business. We like dealing with Scot JCB as the service and back-up is first class.
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“We’ve had a load of JCB Was temasters over the years – they’re very good machines, they’re re liable and they tick all the boxes. We like that they’re designed spe cifically for the waste industry. If you go to another manufacturer you can buy a telehandler but with a JCB Wastemaster you can add the full range of attachments: forks, buckets, clam shells, bale clampers – you name it – so the versatility is unbeatable.”
The JCB 560-80 Wastemaster’s efficient Stage V JCB DieselMax engine now has a larger power capacity of 130hp (97kw). The CommandPlus cab is 12% larger with a 50% reduction in cab noise giving a best-in-class 69dBA. A 14% increase in up ward visibility through new, seamless one-piece curved glaz ing ensures best-in-class visibility J&Mtoo. Murdoch has been provid ing transportation, waste man agement, disposal and recycling services to central Scotland for over 50 years. It runs a fleet of 70 HG vehicles and 22 machines – the vast majority of which are JCB. The fleet covers 10,000 miles across Scotland and J&M Murdoch handles almost 500,000 tonnes of waste across its four sites per annum.
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over 6.3 billion tonnes of plastic being thrown away since the 1950s, only 600 million tonnes of it has been recycled- and the other majority has been sent to landfill. It begs the question, what can we do to make a difference? Biodegradable and composta ble materials are rapidly on the rise in 2022. A majority of Co-op stores across the UK now offer compostable carrier bags, with their second use to be a food caddy liner. The Coop states, “by removing Co-op Bags for Life from sale, we expect to reduce 870 tonnes of single-use plastic per year.” Lidl have been selling net bags since 2019 to put your fruit and vegetables in, with the means to combat the high use of plastic wrapping. So, what is the difference between compostable and biodegradable plestBiodegradable,packaging?inthesimofterms,isnaturetaking
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WHAT YOU CAN PUT IN YOUR BIN: • TEABAGS (CHECK THEY DO NOT CONTAIN PLASTIC) • GRASS CUTTINGS AND DEAD LEAVES • FRUIT AND VEGETABLE SCRAPS • PLAIN CARDBOARD (NOT SHINY) • OLD CUT FLOWERS AND BEDDING PLANTS • COFFEE GROUNDS • EGGSHELLS • NEWSPAPER 15 FUTURE WASTE
its course to break down the material and can be disinte grated by a biological process. Biodegradable packaging can be placed in the main bin and then sent to landfill. However, the natural breakdown allows them to ‘dissolve’ much quick er, with the aim of around 12 Compostableweeks. means it can be turned into compost, however, this can only be done in indus trial compost facilities, due to the conditions they are placed in, which allow the packag ing to break down at a much quicker pace. If placed in the correct environment, com postable packaging does break down within a smaller time scale, in comparison to biode gradable, as we allow nature to take its course and break it down at a natural pace. There are many things we can do to avoid using single use plastic, and many come at affordable prices. The first and most obvious to many would be to buy a reusable water bottle. Many places, even train stations, have refillable water stations, meaning you can save a few pennies over the year. Within the typical household, we should now be seeing three different types of bins — one being the main waste collec tion bin, then the green recy cling bin, and lastly, the small silver/grey compost bin.
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Reusable bags have been around for years, but now, they seem to be everywhere, with the majority of bags now being foldable into a tiny pocket and easy enough to clip onto the side of your bag. Straws were becoming a significant prob lem, especially when it came to harming sea life. Simply switching to metal, bamboo or glass straws can help waste significantly and should last you the rest of time. Many supermarkets up and down the country now also offer ‘won ky fruit and vegetable boxes’ which are often presented in a cardboard box with no addi tional plastic packaging, and this has helped not only with using sustainable packaging, but avoiding food waste too. The UK government has stated that in 2020, ‘the recycling rate for England was 44.0%, com THE
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Although progress may be slightly delayed in the UK in comparison to other parts of the world, it is picking up mo mentum in 2022, and it seems we are steering a clear pathway in using more biodegradable and compostable packaging.
pared with 49.1% in Northern Ireland, 41% in Scotland, and 56.5% in Wales. Provision al figures for 2021 show that 63.2% of UK packaging waste was recycled, similar to 2020.’
With the UK being the low est with their recycling rate from 2020, we can only hope to improve these numbers.
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Italy, according to the Europe an Commissions report from 2022, state they recycle 79% of the waste it collects. A huge 35% difference between Italy and the UK, but with consist ent improvements and every one playing a part in being more sustainable, the UK will help close that gap.
THE 5 R’S OF MANAGEMENTWASTETHE5R’SOFWASTEMANAGEMENT Refuse. Reduce. Reuse. Repurpose. Recycle.
Although recycling is very much embodied in our core values, there are actually four other steps that should be taken before we even reach the point of recycling. It is important to learn these 5 R’s of waste management and you then can refer to the process in any business setting to make a more positive outcome with their recycling habits. In turn this can help keep the environment cleaner and if in the nature of hazardous waste, the business can dispose of this safely. →
Definition wise – refuse means non-hazardous solid waste that requires collection and transport to a processing or disposal unit. Obviously, refusing helps process a sig nificant amount of waste from the start, when collected in the correct manner. However, one simple step to minimising waste is to stop buying non-re cyclable and wasteful products. It is mostly down to what you buy — swapping single-use containers and water bottles is a sure way to reduce waste by a substantial amount.
What do we mean by reduce?
Reduce. To lessen. To lower. To cut down. To reduce on sin gle use plastics and materials will dramatically reduce what will end up in landfill. Simple things, from stopping the use of Styrofoam cups in the office, to printing on both sides of the paper really do go a long way. In today’s world, the throw away culture is very much at large and this thought process needs to be halted. One way to help reduce your use of single use plastics, especially in an office environment, is to set targets to halve the packaging you order in a year and also
THE AMOUNT OF PLASTIC PRODUCED DOUBLES EVERY FIFTEEN YEARS AND IS A HUGE ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGE..
What do we mean by refuse?
"THE THROWAWAY CULTURE IS VERY MUCH AT LARGE AND THIS THOUGHT PROCESS NEEDS TO BE HALTED.”
Prior to recycling, we should attempt to refuse, reduce, reuse and repurpose. Merg ing this procedure into your home and work life shows the seriousness in reducing landfill waste and will make a positive impact overall. Even if it is just a small percentage, the difference it will make will be well worth it.
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to contact suppliers to see if they can reduce the amount of packaging they are using for your order. What do we mean by reuse? We all fall victim of forgetting your reusable plastic bag, or even swapping to a tote bag and throwing out another single-use plastic bottle be cause you forgot your reusable one. The amount of plastic produced doubles every fifteen years and is a huge environ mental challenge. It is time to swap out the single-use and bring in the reusable alterna tives. One way to reuse again and again is to maintain clean liness with the product. This will ensure that the product will last longer and avoid any disintegration, if for example, it is a reusable food container that you are using on a daily basis. Furthermore, making sure you store any products in the correct manner will help their longevity. What do we mean by repurpose? Repurposing is essentially a form of recycling. It can take RECYCLING ONE GLASS BOTTLE WOULD SAVE ENOUGH POWER TO LIGHT A LIGHTBULB FOR AROUND FOUR HOURS form of hobby crafting and can be known as ‘upcycling’ also. Instead of throwing an item away, a business or person will find a new use for that object. The possibilities of repurpos ing are endless, from using a tin as a pen holder, to creating an entirely different piece of furniture from a wardrobe. What do we mean by recycling? Recycling comes as second
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Doing so can help save ener gy, reduce landfill waste, and protect our environment.
If your company is a waste producer, it is important to im plement a quality waste man agement plan and allow you to become a more sustainable company. This is an important methodology for businesses to follow to ensure they can reduce waste and boost their recycling efforts. This ultimate ly lessens the amount of waste that will end up in landfill and will optimise your recycling programs. Always try to follow the R pyramid in order to en sure that you can be as efficient as possible with your business waste.
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A key element of recycling is that it also saves money. Re cycling waste is actually much cheaper than the regular waste collection. It is criti cal to recycle and minimise the amount of waste we are putting into the atmosphere.
22 FUTURE WASTE nature to most. Cardboard, mixed papers, etc., are the most commonly recycled ob jects, alongside most plastics, glass and aluminium. If you have an effective recycling set up at home or work, then you are helping the environment and making a positive impact for the world. Making prod ucts from recycled materials, such as water bottles and con tainers requires much less en ergy if you were to make them from new, raw materials. Did you know that recycling one glass bottle would save enough power to light a light bulb for around four hours?
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Thisresources.year's event will feature six zones that are centred on areas shaping the waste industry at the current time. Within each zone you will find dedicated thea tres, with an unrivalled seminar programme of talks and debates, ground-breaking exhibitors and networking areas. Visitors can expect to see a variety of machin ery such as shredders, balers, ma terial handlers, wheeled loaders, dust suppression equipment and more in action in the live materi al processing demos. With ma chinery from exhibitors such as Komptech, Inmalo, Fireward, Air Spectrum, Machtech, Neutron Equipment, Doyle Machinery, Blue Group and Dustquip. The live demonstration areas you can expect are: Collection and transport demon strating equipment and technolo gy for collection of recycling and resources. Machinery and Equipment will highlight the latest equipment for safe handling of waste and recy cling including the latest lifting, sorting, shredding, baling and compacting equipment. Recycling & Services zone - is where you’ll find the latest inno vative solutions for the treatment and recycling of resources. New Trucks in Action arena, where visitors can get “up close and personal” to see develop ments in waste and recycling collection vehicles and discover the latest developments in waste & refuse vehicles. Vehicles on show include refuse collection vehicles, skip and hook loaders, street sweepers and Grab loaders. Energy from Waste is dedicated to highlighting the latest tech nology and solutions capable of diverting materials away from Finally,landfill. the 10,000m2 Outdoor area is where visitors will discov er vehicle and machinery man ufacturers displaying the latest innovation in processing and collection equipment. You will also see a range of kit working in
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will see the return of the UK's leading event for waste, resource and sustainability professionals on 14th-15th September 2022 at Birmingham NEC. However, this year will see not only the return of one show, but two! This year's event will feature the combined efforts of RWM but also Lets recycle Live, as the two shows Theco-locate.twoday showcase event fea tures partnerships with leading organisations, such as the Char tered Institute of Wastes Man agement, Environmental Services Association and letsrecycle.com, with an aim to accelerate the transition to a better and more environmentally friendly planet through better use of our natural
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THIS YEARS EVENT WILL FEATURE 6 ZONES THAT ARE CENTRED ON AREAS SHAPING THE WASTE INDUSTRY AT THE CURRENT TIME. its intended environment in the demonstration areas. This years show will also host an array of industry leaders in resource management, and over two hundred speakers in the show’s packed conference pro gramme, held over nine confer ence theatres, which will allow speakers to deep dive into key topics across: the role of resource management in the road to net zero, combatting the impacts of waste crime, climate change resil ience, plastic packaging tax, and even emission challenges in the waste sector. That’s not all – the show is boast ing of many unique networking opportunities at this year’s event. The Women in Waste networking platform is for men and wom en within the waste industry
28 FUTURE WASTE and provides the opportunity for those to explore factors that can positively influence or con strain a women’s career, giving a platform to share success stories from within the waste, recycling and sustainability sector. Visi tors can also take a break and grab a drink from the Inn on the Green, as well as a range of other networking spaces for exhibi tors and visitors to connect with those at the show. The Excellence in Innovation Awards celebrate the most in novative products, services or technologies that are making a positive impact on the resource and recycling sector.
New for this year’s event, on the evening of the first day of the event, The CIWM gala dinner offers a wonderful chance to par ticipate in an evening of exciting entertainment and networking with colleagues from across the Thesector.2022 show promises to be better than ever as the industry is brought together after two chal lenging years. To explore everything that is going on over the two days and to register for your FREE ticket, visit tion.com/welcome-rwm.https://www.rwmexhibi
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OUTDOOR10,000M2THEAREA IS WHERE VISITORS WILL EQUIPMENT.ANDPROCESSINGTHEDISPLAYINGMANUFACTURERSMACHINERYVEHICLEDISCOVERANDLATESTINCOLLECTION THE JCB ELECTRIC TELETRUK ON DISPLAY AT THE 2021 LET'S RECYCLE LIVE EVENT29 FUTURE WASTE THE SCARAB MC210 SWEEPER AT THE TRUCKS IN ACTION DEMO AT LETSRECYCLE LIVE 2021
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Magnapower are the leading performers in the metal separation equipment industry . They can test your material and show how and why Magnapower separators provide unrivalled efficiency and performance.
Stand: LR190 BOMAG is the world market leader in the field of compaction technology and manufacturer of machines for the compaction of soil, asphalt and refuse. Stabilizers/Recyclers, milling machines and pavers round off our portfolio.
Stand: LR330 Blue Group supply market leading materials processing and handling equipment into the Demolition, Construction, Quarrying, Recycling, Scrap and Port industries across the UK.
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Stand: LR510 McCloskey Environmental provide smarter equipment to the recycling industry across the globe and design, manufacture and deliver a complete line of environmental equipment; shredders, trommels, screeners and stackers.
Stand: R-M6 Come and visit us on stand R-M6 to celebrate the launch of Future Waste Magazine and our first standalone issue! With a focus on the future of waste managaement solutions, pick up a copy on Stand: R-M6 WARD RECYCLING offers metal and waste recycling to homes and businesses throughout the UK - from skip hire and car recycling through to nationwide remediation projects. Stand: R-M6 Tana Recycling Machinery (UK) Limited is the sole UK distributor for all Tana products and has been the forefront of delivering unmatched versatility to the UK recycling industry.
GGR Group has the largest fleet of compact lifting equipment for hire and sale in the UK. GGR Group has assisted in a variety of lifting projects in recycling waste management and flood control, including the installation of industrial machinery and equipment.
JCB is the world’s third largest construction equipment manufacturer. At Let’s Recycle Live 2022, JCB will be showcasing their range of JCB Wastemaster wheeled loading shovels, telescopic handlers and electric forklift trucks.
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32 FUTURE WASTE GGR ElectricFARESINGroup:6.26Telehandler
As a business, GGR goes to the market searching for products that we feel will complement our existing product portfolio, but will also suit our target market. We are known as specialists, we have a very broad but deep product range. In terms of equipment, we normally have a lot of the exceptions and what that means in practice is that when someone cannot deliver [a certain product], GGR gets the job done. This is reflected in our approach towards innovation. When we meet new suppliers, it is typical for us to put our money where our mouth is. Normal hire companies would like see what the demand is like and then commit to a certain amount of capex based on a business case. Our approach is to say, we're going to take X amount of units and trial them. We then put them to our hire customers, or put them out to customers who have expressed an interest and get them to give us feedback on the product. ENVIRONMENT DIFFERENT YEARS TODAY,
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I N THIS ISSUE OF FUTURE WASTE, OLIVIA WOODWARD SITS DOWN WITH DANIEL EZZATVAR, GGR GROUP'S MARKETING & SPECIAL PRODUCTS DIRECTOR, TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE NEW FARESIN 6.26 takedevelopment?partnershipbatteryproduct,SoTELEHANDLERELECTRICRANGE.youlaunchedyournewtheFaresinTelehandlerrange.WhatwasthelikewhenthiswasinAndhowlongdidittogetthisproductout?
We then go back to the OEM and say, these are the issues we have found and we need to rectify them before this is suitable for the UK market. Then we’re in a position where we've got something which we can push with a level of gusto. To answer the question directly, this project has been two years in the making. Bear in mind, WE HAVE HAD THE FEEDBACK AND LISTENED TO WHAT THE CUSTOMERS ASKED AND SUGGESTED, THE PRODUCTS AS THEY STAND ARE THE RESULT OF THAT.
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FUTURE WASTE we had Covid to deal with at the very beginning of this launch, but new battery technology is now the second iteration. We have had the feedback and listened to what the customers asked and suggested, the products as they stand are the result of that. The commercial environment was a lot different two years ago than it is today, two years ago it was just us in the market. Now there’s obviously competition. Some of these companies are just at the beginning of their journey, we expect them to face their own challenges, whereas today we’re well ahead of the game, especially from the battery perspective. Were there any major obstacles whilst you were going through this two year completion, and how did you go about those obstacles? You said about listening to the customers as well and taking on their feedback. There were two obstacles. One was obvious, being Covid, because the reality is people were shutting down shop while we were trying to push this product. That gave us an opportunity as lots of people were working from home and we were able to make contact with people who we might have struggled to engage with otherwise. In normal times, we might not have had the same level of cut-through with buyers, but lockdown allowed us to put this product in front of buyers who were stuck at home. When restrictions were lifted, we already had people who were wanting to see this equipment. The second is the very nature of innovation. Today, everybody you see on social media is distracted by novelty. There is a growing trend of companies saying they’re the first to do something and everybody is rushing to say they got there first. People like to be first. The reality is, to be truly innovative, you rarely get it right first time. You need a level of staying power and you need to have that two-way relationship where you take criticism on board, don't get over emotional, give rational feedback and allow things to develop - that's true innovation. Anybody who is looking to source the finished article straight off the bat might not necessarily get what they expect first time around. To be innovative means that you have to be prepared to co-develop the product. There's always something that would need to be adapted or improved to suit. So that's an obstacle that we found, everybody wants to be first, not everybody is as prepared for the process as they probably should be when dealing with innovative products. What do you think makes your product superior to others? And you discussed creating larger models for the range, is this something that's already been put in motion? Like you said, you're always changing and adapting. Naturally, bigger batteries lead themselves to bigger machines. We know as well as the increased battery capacity, there's been requests for increased reach and lifting capacity. So we're looking at that as the obvious next step. But at this moment in time, we 35
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position where we’ve been a better position to react to the demand for electric and we've very much been able to focus on the electric product. We're building a reputation for being known for electric telehandlers specifically. Do you have any goals for 2023 that you're going to develop on within this specific product?
We want to maintain our position as the prominent and leading electrical telehandler company. Not just in the UK, but in the world. We believe with what we’ve done with the relationship between Faresin and GGR so far, we are leading the way for this type of equipment. Is there anything you would like to add in terms of product specificity?
I want to point out what we mean when we talk about usage time with this specific telehandler. These being up to 6, 8 and 10 hours use. Now what that is, is continuous use. So that's being constantly used, we're not talking about an eight hour shift or a 37 FUTURE WASTE don't have anything definitive to announce. You will have to watch this space! We just know that these batteries will enable us to advance this product range beyond the small kit. Whereas if you look at what other manufacturers are doing in terms of battery, everything seems to be small, whether it's small diggers, small dumpers or other small telehandlers. What we're saying is with the battery technology that we have available, this is a viable product beyond the smaller kit. In fact, we would go as far as saying battery technology needs to be taken seriously as a suitable option when it comes to larger equipment. It appears that people are quick to seek alternatives, such as hydrogen or other alternative fuel supplies, as they don’t yet appreciate the potential of battery power alone. Are there any areas you're looking to expand in particular, and then are there any other products that you wanted to look into to perhaps to develop on as well? When we're talking about this range of products in particular, we see larger capacity equipment being the next obvious step. In terms of any development, at this moment in time the development you see with the batteries is the culmination of two years work in the market. Where we see ourselves against the competition, we’re in a TO INNOVATIVE,TRULYBEYOU RARELY GET IT RIGHT FIRST TIME.
38 FUTURE WASTE six hour shift, we’re saying that unit will be used continuously in this period. In reality, the equivalent shift is a lot longer as the need to constantly move up and down all day is rare. The nature of this type of product is that there is a lot of stop, start. There will also be various breaks throughout the day. If you take these figures as continuous use, then in terms of a shift, you're looking at around 50% to double the time that you can use the machine for in practice. Product Specifics: The batteries have been showcased in three 6.26 full electric telehandlers, the world’s first electric telehandlers, which were launched by Faresin in 2019. On display is the 330ah – 10% up from the previous 300ahboasting run times of up to 6 hours, charge times of 2 hours and 26.4 kw/h consumption, the 440ah - 10% up from the previous 400ah - with run time of up to 8 hours, charge times of 2 hours 45 minutes and 35.2 kw/h consumption and the massive 560ah with run times of up to 10 hours, charge times of 3 hours and 30 minutes and 44.8 kw/h consumption. To find out more, head to electrictelehandler.co.ukhttps://www. BUILDINGWE'RE REPUATIONA FOR BEING KNOWN FOR SPECIFICALLYTELEHANDLERSELECTRIC
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SMT CUSTOMERSGB: ARE FAVOURING LOAD ASSIST TO BOOST OPERATIONS AND SITE SAFETY
42 FUTURE WASTE While Volvo wheeled loaders are perfectly suited to a broad range of waste and recycling applications, their productivity and efficiency can be boosted even further thanks to Volvo Load Assist. At the heart of the system is the incab 10” Volvo Co-Pilot touchscreen tablet, which delivers a wide range of features from the convenience of a single user-friendly screen. Load Assist provides operators with a host of helpful software solutions as standard, such as on-board weighing and operator coaching, as well as an optional suite of prox imity sensors for improving onsite Thosesafety. choosing other solutions tend to require multiple screens to replicate the same functionality that Load Assist delivers on one. SMT’s Product Manager for Co-Pilot, Richard Cannon, comments: “Mul tiple screens can prove distracting for operators and also block out some of their view. Customers are commenting that with Load Assist, they can remove the additional screens as the software from Volvo covers multiple needs. Operators comment that they much prefer having just the one screen to look at, as it allows for better concentra tion on the job at hand.” Load Assist’s highly accurate onboard weighing app means the guesswork is taken out of loading trailers and bulkers. With +/- 1% accuracy, SMT GB customers can be assured that no wagon leaves site overweight based on the load capacity of the vehicle, and are not over legal limits for driving on the highway. It also allows customers to optimise truck payloads, elimi
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44 FUTURE WASTE nating return trips from the weigh bridge. In addition, in recycling and waste operations, accurate weighing is required to understand how to calculate costs such as landfill tax or commercial waste costs. This feature can also be used to understand the percentage of waste that is recycled by each site (e.g. transfer station). Load Assist’s highly sophisticated proximity sensor system employs radar and LiDAR technology, and is currently available as two options. The first option is the Rear Radar Detect system that activates au tomatically when reverse gear is selected. The view of the Co-pilot tablet switches to a reversing cam era, and the operator receives an audio-visual warning as the system detects objects approaching. The second option is the Collision Mitigation System, which is an intelligent auto-braking and au dio-visual warning system that re members the last slope the machine climbed, such as while stockpiling, allowing for reversing and minimis ing the likelihood that the machine will travel too far backwards into an Notobstacle.only do both options greatly improve onsite safety, but also boost operator confidence by providing
45 FUTURE WASTE an additional safety net for work in confined or restricted spaces. Richard Cannon says: “Both options offer a great peace of mind to op erators. While third party systems can provide similar features Volvo’s Collision Mitigation system, again, these come at the cost of having another screen in the cab for opera tors to potentially be distracted by. I have also found Volvo’s own system to be far less aggressive when brak ing than competitor systems, pro viding operators with a much more comfortable experience, without having to compromise on safety.” While having an experienced opera tor in the cab can make a considera ble impact on operational efficiency and productivity, there are usually always opportunities to boost op erational effectiveness, while also reducing excess wear and wastage.
Load Assist’s Advanced Operator Coaching system provides a de tailed breakdown of efficiency per type of work cycle, making it easy to see where fuel may be wasted or production restricted by inefficien cies in machine operation. Opera tors can also set their own profiles up, ensuring that only their ma chine usage is being provided. The system also monitors opera tor habits and behaviour, and then provides on-screen prompts, tips and advice to operators to help reduce wear and wastage. It can also identify if certain features fitted to the machine are not being used, and provides operators with QR codes that link to videos which demon
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46 FUTURE WASTE strate how to use these features. Operators can also set targets and objectives to continually develop and improve their operating prac tices, which help to ensure that they are getting the most out of them selves and the machine they are working with.
While not every organisation has the huge task of putting on an event like Birmingham 2022, there are some fundamental principles that all business leaders and decision makers can adopt when hosting or running any size of event to cement their place in the circular economy. Plan ahead – and get the right people around a table early Sustainability should be the seam that runs through every touch point of your event. Getting the right people around the table as early as possible is essential to lessening the environmental impact of your event. Diversity in expertise and experience nurtures creative thinking. Different backgrounds and perspectives help shift the focus from what needs to be done, to what is possible. For example, most people associ ate waste with cleaning-up after something has happened. In fact, we offer end-to-end recycling services.Involving waste professionalsmanagementinthe49
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Having been an avid fan of the Commonwealth Games all my life (my best memory was the ex citing 200 metre final in the 1982 Brisbane Games where a dead heat resulted in two gold med als) I, like many others, looked forward to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games that took place from 28 July to 8 August. The Games are an impressive feat – and years of planning go into such an activation. The challenge, however, is the environmental impact of large-scale events –and in fact, any operation of any size – if not considered fully. Birmingham saw a massive influx of people and an economic boost from this year’s Commonwealth Games. Spectators, athletes and staff commuted, stayed in the area, attended events, and enjoyed the hospi tality over a two-week period. This significantly increased the production and use of materials, packaging and food – and so, inevitably, increased the amount of waste. At Biffa, we are proud to have been the selected Official Waste Management and Recycling Provider for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games –chosen because we are helped Birmingham 2022 become the most sustainable Games yet, by recycling and recovering more, not exporting any plastic waste and ensuring zero waste went to landfill.
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50 FUTURE WASTE early planning stages meant being able to map waste streams, identify problem materials, and even prevent and reduce waste. At Biffa, we even advised partner vendors on packaging materials that are easy to recycle, or how to redistribute surplus stock as we do with Biffa-owned Compa ny Shop Group. A clear strategy with buy-in from key stakehold ers early is the best way to unlock these Sustainabilityopportunities.isfarther reaching than just managing waste. How ever, managing waste sustainably can contribute significantly to reducing carbon emissions and therefore the environmentaloverallimpact of an event. Birmingham 2022 benefited from Biffa’s local infrastructure; we used less fuel by travelling shorter distances, which meant lower emissions for the Considerevent. (and harness) how your event affects the area
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Where events take place, crowds follow along with environmental and social ramifications. Look beyond the walls of your venue. Identify opportunities to connect with vital community groups, such as charities or local public services, to collaborate for the city’s benefit and leave a shared legacy. We’re proud to have given back to Birmingham and its sur rounding area. Over 12 days we were expecting to collect, sort and process 400 tonnes of mixed recycling at our transfer stations in the West Midlands. It doesn’t stop there though; we also anticipated send ing 230 tonnes of food waste to anaerobic digestion, which saved over 140 tonnes of CO2e when compared to landfill – the equivalent of 17 million smart phone charges. One hundred
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tonnes of glass and 20 tonnes of metal all were recycled. Plus, 600 tonnes of non-recyclable waste was processed to create energy from waste, helping to power homes and businesses in the West Midlands. We also supported the West Mid lands Police, which used regional facilities (with Biffa service for general waste, dry/mixed recy cling and food waste) as bases for the Games between June and EngageAugust. and enthuse your wider workforceNotallbusinesses have dedicat ed sustainability specialists on the payroll. One solution to help drive your environmental agen da forward is empowering your people to be ‘champions’. The younger generation particularly is passionate about protecting the planet (Deloitte reported that Gen Z is adopting more sustain able behaviours than any other group), so harness that. Encour age them to investigate how your business can do better and keep on top of emerging trends. If they’re willing, it may feel more like a passion project, instilling a sense of ownership that boosts their confidence – and overall performance – benefitting your bottom Bringingline.your wider team into the sustainability journey could extend to involving them in the event itself. For example, 100 Bif fa volunteers – from all areas of the business, many of whom live in or close to Birmingham at the Games. We’re delighted so many people jumped at the opportuni ty to experience the atmosphere and be part of a historic event for Birmingham – as the Games’ recycling ambassadors. Identify your impact and inform the Ourpublicvolunteers’ role were advising attendees on which bins to use (to avoid contaminating recycling) and distributing a handy Visitors’ Guide as part of a wider education mission on the circular economy. Birmingham 2022 is committed to leaving a carbon neutral legacy; our aligned drive for sustainability enables us to inspire people to think and act differently. Our mission at Biffa is to change the way people think about
52 FUTURE WASTE waste. Our priority is influencing behaviour for good – not just emptying the bins and processing the waste. Use your event – and the com munications surrounding it – as a vehicle to raise awareness of your sustainability pledge and wider values. Consider also how your partners can amplify this Mymessage.personal motivation What makes me proudest as CEO is the reaction of the Biffa team. Their passion and drive to participate in a historic event, spread joy and educate is im pressive. Birmingham 2022 – or any large-scale ceremony – poses a unique opportunity to set a precedent for sustainable events going forward. Mick Wright, Executive Director Workforce and Games Services at Birmingham 2022 Common wealth Games, shares my sen timent. He said: "We want Bir mingham 2022 to have a positive impact that lasts long after the fi nal medal has been awarded and our environmental responsibility is at the heart of this, including a commitment to creating a carbon-neutral legacy. "Our aim is for the Games to not only be hugely positive for the West Midlands, but to also set a benchmark for sustainability that all future Commonwealth Games and major sporting events can aspire to. We are delighted to work with Biffa towards achiev ing this Birminghamaim." 2022 is proof that an event that benefits all parties and the planet is well within reach. We can’t make the sun shine, but we can ensure that all the waste from this year’s Games avoids landfill and contributes to a brighter future in a circular economy. To find out more visit https:// www.biffa.co.uk/
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) recently announced their latest project funding round, focusing on investment in biomass and waste processing, totalling £37 million.TheHydrogen BECCS (Bioenergy with Carbon Capture & technologiestheprogrammeStorage)supportsdevelopmentofcoreessentialfor the generation of hydrogen from biomass and waste with the ability to capture carbon. Biomass has been proven to deliver energy at scale, having generated 12.6% of total UK electricity in 2020, and the potential to utilise waste for energy continues to grow.
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£5 million of the total amount is dedicated to developing solutions that process biomass and biofuel waste to create hydrogen. The companies will be part of the first phase of the Hydrogen BECCS Innovation Programme. We look at where the latest innovations in the field governmentreceivingfunding are set to go next.
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Biowise, a leader in composting and waste management operating across the North and Midlands, has recently secured funding from BEIS. According to BEIS, by receiving the funding, Biowise is set to develop a new project that will BIOMASS HAS BEEN PROVEN TO DELIVER ENERGY AT SCALE, 2020..ELECTRICITYOFGENERATEDHAVING12.6%TOTALUKIN PROCESSING: RECEIVING FUNDING
Utilising compost oversize to produce hydrogen fuel feedstock
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Energy Minister, Greg Hands, “Acceleratingcommented: home-grown renewables like biomass is a key part of ending our dependency on expensive and volatile fossil fuels. This £37 million of government investment will support innovation across the UK, boosting jobs whilst ensuring greater energy security for years to come.”
process a waste compost oversize to produce a biogenic feedstock source for hydrogen gasifiers. The company brings innovation to the field as they will use sorting, grading and material handling techniques to produce a fuel that meets a hydrogen gasification feedstock specification. Biowise Managing Director Bob Wilkes shared his thoughts on why the project is more relevant than ever: “We are honoured to take part in this project. The present absence of established and stable high value fuel markets creates little incentive for compost site operators to invest in innovative processes to produce a higher quality Asfuel.”aresult of the funding, the company can not only begin addressing the current challenges associated with compost oversize, but also provide a fully biogenic feedstock for hydrogen BECCS supply chains.
Byproduct hydrogengasificationsludgeproducing Led by University of Hull, Bluegen specialises in utilising biorefinery residues for blue hydrogen production. The project seeks to produce hydrogen through the gasification of bio-refinery waste, which is created through the conversion of lignocellulosic biomass. Bio-refinery waste is an increasingly pertinent issue, created as a result of the growing use of biofuels produced through fermentation and digesters. However, Bluegen is tapping into its potential as a rich source of the net-zero fuel of the future – hydrogen. The project will focus on cost-effective treatment of bio-refinery waste for use as a gasifier feedstock, which will also have process efficiency benefits. According to Bluegen, they are taking a holistic approach to the use of sludge-based solid fuels by carrying out technoeconomic and life-cycle THE
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+ THERE ARE YOU ONLY NEED ONE Toughness is the reason why we’ve already sold over 500,000 wheel loaders world-wide and when it comes to toughness, our H-Series is as tough as it gets. The H-Series has genuine heavyweight credibility delivering the power, control, comfort and durability required to make light work of the heaviest jobs. Whatever your reason, discover the H-Series for yourself. See us online or talk to us today to find out more. REASONS H-SERIESCHOOSINGFORAN 11-317H-SERIESTONNESDESIGNED,TESTEDANDSUPPORTEDRIGHTHERE,INEUROPETOUGHMACHINES 500,000 0239 2 123 39 info@liugong.co.uk2www.liugong.co.uk
assessments throughout. This results in the design of an integrated system, sugar removal and hydrogen production that can be coupled with carbon capture and storage (CCS), which eliminates carbon dioxide emissions and prevents the release of waste to landfill.
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innovative technology solutions to the forefront. As part of the scheme, the company is applying its proprietary recirculatinggas reactor technology in order to develop a cost-efficient method of producing
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58 FUTURE WASTE approach would allow the production of hydrogen from sustainable biomass, which the company describes as a key challenge in the realisation of a hydrogen Dreconomy.Andrew Woods, CEO at CATAGEN said: “The world urgently needs alternatives to fossil fuels, but not all sectors can be electrified. We welcome the government’s backing at this vital time as we continue to grow our team to meet the greatest challenge of our time. With our five new patents secured, we are focused on accelerating our efforts to prove and then deploy innovative new generators to create Green Hydrogen, BioHydrogen and E-Fuels. As well as offering an enormous economic opportunity for the region, deploying these technologies at an industrial scale will help to address the challenge posed by increasing energy costs and the rising and very real threats posed by climate change.”
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Covid-19 has played a major part in the large increase in fly-tipping. With people unable to leave their homes or unable to drive to their local tips due to closures, or spaces filling up very quickly for specifically allotted times, it seems people simply disposed
WASTE CRIME has steadily been on the rise over recent years, and it is time to crack down on this illegal disposal or management of Overwaste.the years there has been an influx of news reports discussing illegal fly-tippers, which can range from someone littering on the street, to someone leaving a mattress on the side of the road, to even much larger scale disposals of rubbish. Waste crime is potentially not taken as a serious crime but the reality is that it is a serious crime which people should be made accountable for. It is causing significant harm to people, places, the environment, and the economy. Not only with the potential harm caused against the population, but waste crime is now costing the economy in the UK approximately £1 billion per year. Statistics from the Government state that ‘this has increased by 55% in comparison to the date from 2015, where it was costing the Government around £604 million pounds per year.’
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Waste criminals can be discreet and attempt to avoid their wrongdoing by the Council and Environment, and in turn, avoid a large fine or the potential for prison time, depending on the seriousness of their illegal activity. The Environmental Services Association Education Trust released a compelling report and highlighted the most prominent waste crime incidents that have happened in 2021. Around four to five illegal waste sites were found up and down the UK, with some receiving a fine of £80,000 with the maximum time in prison being 25 months. These were largescale sites that were illegally disposing of up to 490 tonnes of waste, ranging from tyres to commercial waste; one site had 72 large skips full of asbestos. Some individuals may be trying to save some money by fly-tipping rubble into a local field and may be completely unaware of the severe consequences that could be waiting for them.
Not knowing the full extent of the waste that is illegally disposed of means that the £1 billion pounds per year could easily be surpassed. Be part of the solution and create a better environment by disposing of your waste legally. OF THE ITSKNOWSISWASTETHINGSUNSETTLINGMOSTABOUTCRIMETHATNOBODYEXACTLYTRUESCALE..”
Environment Agency Chief Executive Sir James Bevan, stated back in April of this “Oneyear: of the most unsettling things about waste crime is that nobody knows exactly its true scale. We do know that it is huge: our latest estimate is that some 18% of waste is currently managed illegally at some point in the waste stream. That is around 34 million tonnes of waste every year - enough to fill 13,500 Olympic swimming pools or Wembley stadium 30 times. So it’s big. And it’s getting bigger. All the evidence suggests waste crime is on the rise. The ESA itself says so: your 2021 report said that the extent of waste crime had considerably Theworsened.Environment
of waste anywhere, just to simply get rid of it. From bin bags full to the brim with regular waste, to multiple parts of furniture, there is no correlation with the size of the waste, it is still a crime.
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Agency’s own 2021 National Waste Crime Survey concluded that waste crime in England was endemic. And we have good reason to believe that the Covid lockdowns, which made it harder for the EA and law enforcement to operate freely, contributed to a further increase in the last two years.”
Without a doubt, our supply chain is key to our success Our suppliers help facilitate our own environmental aspirations and net zero goals, as well as those of our customers. We currently have over 250 active suppliers throughout the UK, many of whom are SME’s, meaning we can provide a more personalised service at a national level We want to keep growing, and here’s where you’d fit in as our Head of Supply Chain, because it’s not just all about profit, there are people and the planet to think about too. You’ll report directly to the CEO and be an ambassador for Greenzone, reflecting our culture and our values in the marketplace A level headed, strong negotiator who can build on existing relationships and forge new ones You’re almost ready to apply now, right!? full job description head over our website: www greenzoneuk com your CV letter
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Located in Newark, Nottinghamshire, we are Greenzone Facilities Management Limited As a waste management company, we are passionate about making our communities better, for our people, our customers, and our suppliers. We are different from other large waste operators, because we don’t run our own facilities or have a fleet of vehicles, instead we partner with suppliers who align with our company values and who we trust to carry out the physical collection and processing of our client’s waste streams
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Cleansing the oil of contaminants is generally considered to be second ary to the primary functions of the hydraulic system and thus is often neglected and underemphasised as a vital part of the design. This can result in filters performing poorly due to lacking structural integrity, dirt-holding capacity, or parti cle-capture efficiency. Although fil ters can be very efficient, sometimes they are just not enough according to the actual environments and workloads; so must be comple mented with other methods.
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Cellulose Depth Micron Filtration Systems will filter used mineral oils to as clean as new.
And why the need for yet ‘more’ filtration ?
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Cellulose depth filtration achieves the finest levels of oil filtration to remove dirt and moisture in the same natural application…. Un like standard filters; it has a dense media for oil to travel through that captures the smallest particles down to 3 micron level, and because it is plant fibre based ; it absorbs all moisture passing through it – so leaving oil clean and dry. For larger sumps and tanks Kleenoil is integrated into a filter cart – and, in the same way a kidney works ; it takes a small feed of oil constantly cleansing and returning it back to tank – so maintaining an optimum Withlevel. this constant cleansing to extend oil life; in conjunction with condition monitoring; a company can eliminate the oil changes based on routine and move to essential changes based on assessed condi tion…..generally extending oil life by 5 times or more. Any machine operating on con stantly cleansed oil is going to outperform its counterparts KLEENOIL manufacture and supply the finest, most affordable cellulose depth filtration to clean and maintain your lubricants to the finest cleanliness levels. For more information, visit www.kleenoil.co.uk or contact sales@kleenoil.co.uk OILS ARE DIRTY OR WET?
Companies are endlessly searching for cost savings right now and yet still readily accept a ritual change out of expensive oils, with transfer and waste disposal, without even knowing if the oil is ready to be condemned; and it rarely is. There are only two conditions that mandate a hydraulic oil change: degradation of the base oil or de pletion of the additive package. Be cause there are so many variables that determine the rate at which oil degrades and additives get used up, changing hydraulic oil based on hours in service, without any reference to the actual condition of the oil, is a stab in the dark. Given the current high price of oil, and environmental aspects; dumping oil which doesn’t need to be changed is just wrong. On the other hand, if you continue to operate with the base oil degraded or additives depleted, you com promise the service life of every other component in the hydraulic system.
The popular TANA 440 shredders have been further improved in re sponse to feedback from customers and dealers. First new model of the 440 series is the TANA 440DTeco shredder which is even more versa tile, more productive, and easier to Theuse.
versatility, productivity and ease-of-use of TANA 440 shredders have all been taken to a new level, following improvements suggested by customers and dealers. The TANA 440 has traditionally been the compa ny’s most popular shredder. It is used especially for processing challenging waste fractions, such as mattresses, tires, plastics, cables, textiles, wood and general waste. Versatility was al ready a major advantage of the TANA shredders, and the new 440DTeco now has even more applications.
With decades of experience on the needs and requirements of landfill and waste management operators, TANA launched its UK distributor TANA Recycling Machinery UK, with an aim to bring a touch of Nor dic expertise and engineering knowhow to the UK. TANA Oy is based in Finland, but TANA Recycling Ma chinery UK operates out of its South Yorkshire headquarters in Doncaster. TANA Recycling Machinery UK has a mission to provide customers with simply more money on the bot tom-line, with cutting-edge technolo gy in solid waste management. TANA machines are designed with skill and experience using the best com ponents available. All products are manufactured and designed from the TANA headquarters in Finland.
new TANA 440 series combines 15 years of user experience with TANA Shark shredders with the latest technical innovations. TANA’s cus tomers and dealers have played a key role in the development of the new shredder series. TANA 440 shredders are available as track, trailer and electric models. The TANA ProTrack® information man agement system Tana service kits and a global sales and service network help maximise productivity at all times, anywhere in the world. Tana UK will be at the RWM event at the NEC in Birmingham on the 14-15 of September (stand R-M90) and look forward to showing off the TANA Shark Shredder to all attendees. Find out more http://www.tanauk.comat 440 TAKEN TO A NEW LEVEL
The biggest change externally in the TANA 440DTeco shredder is the new higher machine frame, which allows over 200mm more space between the conveyor and the rotor on track models. The new frame structure allows more space for material flow underneath the rotor, helping espe cially with the pre-shredding of bulky materials, such as plastics and mat tresses. Similarly, the new hopper de sign features a raised wall to prevent unshredded materials from falling onto the discharge conveyor.
In addition to the traditional 33-knife rotor, there is also the new option of 44 knives for added shredding perfor Formance.example, the 44-knife rotor increases capacity / output in tire shredding by 25 %. The extended rotor also includes options for heavy duty use for optimising operating costs. In addition, with the updated labyrinth seal, the rotor end structure has improved to protect the gearbox from external objects and disturbanc Thees.
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Gd+ HVO – the cleanest alternative fuel on the market
Gd+ HVO is certified under the UK Renewable Fuel Assurance Scheme and has proof of sustainability from the In ternational Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC).
The Oil Depot has the operational capacity to supply Gd+ HVO Fuel nationwide. This is the cleanest al ternative fuel on the market that has been supercharged with an enhanced organic additive.
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What is HVO Fuel? Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (HVO) Fuel EN 15940 is a paraffinic
Make the switch to HVO Fuel HVO is a 100% renewable fuel that cuts carbon emissions by up to 90%. It can be used as a drop-in replacement for the red or white diesel businesses cur rently use, and there is no requirement to make any modifications to existing fuel infrastructure.
The Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme is an initiative designed and managed by Zemo Partnership that aims to give fleet operators independ ent assurance of purchasing sustaina ble, low-carbon fuels which have been approved under the Renewable Trans port Fuel Obligation (RTFO). Reduce your carbon footprint by offsetting your fossil fuels carbon emissions For those businesses that are not quite ready to make the switch to HVO car bon offsetting could be another option.
What is carbon offsetting?
Carbon Offsetting is the process in which a business offsets its carbon emissions by funding CO2e reduction projects. These projects can include forestry schemes, hydroelectric power stations, wind farms, and other green initiatives that help reduce carbon emissions worldwide. The Carbon Offset is achieved by purchasing Voluntary Carbon Units (VCUs) via experienced Carbon Pro ject Developers that are all verified by external and leading global Carbon Offset verification organisations. The Oil Depot’s Carbon Offsetting scheme has been triple verified by Gold Stand ard, Verified Carbon Standard and Climate Action Reserve.
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The energy landscape is contin uously changing and with the govern ment’s target of achieving Net Zero by 2050, it’s now more important than ever that businesses investigate ways in which they can reduce their carbon footprint. The Oil Depot has industry leading experience spanning four decades and offers a nationwide managed fuel delivery service. As a Greenarc Ltd company, The Oil Depot embraces opportunities for sustainability and a greener future and are proud to be able to provide HVO fuel and carbon offset ting to their clients nationwide.
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diesel fuel, it’s FAME free, has a higher cetane number (70+), reduces AdBlue consumption and has excellent cold weather performance. Several Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) have approved HVO for use in heavy duty road vehicles, passenger cars and non-road vehicles.
What are the benefits of HVO and Carbon Offsetting to your business?
Increased readiness for future legis lation Going green now could save you a sig nificant amount further down the line, should the government or your indus try enforce specific green provisions or regulations. Green credentials for tenders Most large organisations and public bodies now have a rigorous sustainabil ity policy, meaning they seek out and favour green partner companies over less sustainable competitors. It’s important to show your green credentials in every part of the supply chain and if your business is compet ing for a piece of work, demonstrating your green credentials can help set you apart. Increased morale and attracting new talent Going green doesn’t only foster positive feelings from customers. Employees feel safer working for green businesses. Involving workers in company-wide green initiatives can boost the morale of your team. This is also a good way to reduce turnover, because employees don’t want to leave a place that makes them feel as if they are a part of a work community that cares. According to recruitment website Totaljobs, more than a quarter of UK employees would consider taking a substantial pay cut to work at a more environmentally responsible organisa tion. For Millennials alone, this figure leaps up to 50%. More than 7 out of every 10 applicants in the Millennial age bracket investigate their potential employer’s environmental impact. Find out more https://www.theoildepot.co.uk/at:
Enhanced brand image and reputation Investing in reducing your carbon foot print could give you the competitive edge when it comes to standing out in a crowded marketplace. Going green can do wonders for your public image and profile when tendering for contracts. Knowing that you are conducting busi ness in an eco-friendly manner allows you to introduce a green angle to your marketing strategy and attract new, ethically-focused consumers. Better financial and investment op portunities Green-focused businesses often take advantage of a far wider range of grants, loans and funding than a tradi tional business might.
The waste management company has become the first in England to convert unrecyclable waste into Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF) on-site using biotechnology, all thanks to Advetec’s XO22 digester. The move will reduce disposal costs and CO2 emissions, benefitting the circular economy by providing an alternative to high car bon-emitting fossil fuels.
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Advetec’s technology reduces the waste mass by 50%, which delivers a unique opportunity for waste handlers to reduce their operational costs. In cluding the obvious benefit of halving the waste that goes to offtake, less waste requires fewer collections which in turn, saves both cost of labour and expensive diesel miles. The environmental benefits are equal ly impressive – for every two tonnes of residual waste that go through the machine, 1.2 tonnes of CO2 will be saved as the Advetec technology digests the organic fraction of the waste using unique blends of bacteria. The floc that is left will be used as a coal replacement product. Every tonne of floc that is used as SRF, will replace 0.5 tonnes of carbon-emitting coal. This enables waste handlers and their customers to make waste actively benefit the circular economy, support organisations’ ESG goals and hasten their progress towards decarbonisation and Net Zero.
Mounting costs, demanding legislation and a growing responsibil ity to support customers’ ESG goals – the waste industry is under pressure like never before. With it, comes the opportunity for innovation, as the first-of-its-kind UK partnership be tween environmental biotechnology company Advetec and waste handler Max Recycle proves.
The contract win was recently an nounced by Advetec during an open week which saw the company invite waste handlers to its workshop to explain how Mixed Residual Waste (MRW) can benefit the circular econ omy with the aid of biotechnology –giving attendees a unique opportunity to see the technology in action.
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Open week included a live video demonstration from Richard Goff, Advetec’s Chief Operations Officer, who demonstrated how the company’s machines can halve the tonnage of MRW. An exclusive site tour was also held for the president of the Char tered Institute of Waste Management (CIWM) – Anna Willetts – press, and prospective clients.
Lee Knot, Chief Commercial Officer commented: “At a time of financial uncertainty, it is important to look for ways to cut and stabilise operational costs while reducing environmental impact. Ad vetec XO machines help waste han dlers to future proof their businesses against waste related taxes and rising “Withcosts.
the Government’s plan to halve the amount of residual waste sent to landfill or incineration by 2042, waste companies must be openminded towards all the solutions available to them. Of course, there is no way of avoiding the fluctuations in the econ omy altogether, but waste contractors and their customers can regain a sense of control in terms of cost and carbon emissions if they take a confident step towards greater waste innovation. It’s exciting to see Max Recycle taking a forward-thinking approach and the level of interest and expected sales from our open week demonstrate a growing appetite from other waste professionals to follow suit.”
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Kelly Tanks take pride in the quality of their products and have a classy approach to customer service making them a real pleasure to deal with. For all of your onsite water treatment needs, give them a call on 01889 508944, email: info@kellytanks.co.uk or check out their website: www.kellytanks.co.uk.
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Increasing environmental responsibilities and sustainability targets are driving the construction industry’s need for cost effective, easy to use solutions for dealing with wastewater onsite. Sites need quick replies, concise informa tion, simple transactions and deliveries without hassle. For the past 9 years, Kelly Tanks has been providing all of these whilst building a large customer base, expanding their team and facilities, and responding to customer demand with innovative new products year on year. Mark, Kelly and team KT provide a selection of Water Treatment and Concrete Washout Solutions for hire or pur chase. Their popularity and proven track record is a result of providing the kit you need, in the manner you want, at a price you’re happy with. Match this with their eager to please attitudes and above and beyond aftercare, and it’s easy to see why their customers keep returning.
KEY BENEFITS YOU CAN EXPECT FROM KELLY TANKS EQUIPMENT: - Designed to meet the rigours of the construction industry - Fast and Simple to Set up - Small Footprint equipment available - Units can be linked to handle range of flows, pumps sizes & particle characteristics - Easy to Maintain and Monitor equipment - Reduce off-site disposal costs - Reduce risk of pollution - Easy to use equipment
Come and see us at RWM & Letsrecycle Live 2022 Stand R-N184, near to the Packaging Theatre. Creating a truly sustainable world by conservingresources.finite
We are an innovative, tech-led provider of circular economy-focused services, enabling businesses around the world to improve their ESG outcomes. Recycle Re-use Total waste and ReversereprocessingmanagementresourcePlasticsvending BatterySustainabilityresponsibilityProducerschemesconsultationandelectricaltakebackandcompliance consumerOmnichannelreturnsplatformsIntelligentlogisticsFullymanagedreturns Comply info@reconomygroup.com reconomygroup.com These services are principally delivered through our three main verticals:
