Extrusion International 3-2022

41 Extrusion International 3/2022 simply has an excellent reputation in the industry. That’s why I contacted WEIMA in Germany." The project was further advanced in cooperation with WEIMA Sales Director Patrick Henzler. Alberts opted for the W5.22 and today draws a positive con- clusion: "It all starts with the shredder. If it isn't robust and reliable, all the subsequent production steps suf- fer. We run the WEIMA shredder continuously over three shifts. The result is ideal for subsequentwashing, drying and extrusion. Precise cut length and uniform pieces are very important to us. I believe we made the right decision with the WEIMA shredder." Not even two years passed from the original idea to commissioning of the recycling center. According to Healix, the investment amount was around ten million EUR. A true flagship start-up that even Frans Timmermans became aware of in his role as Green Deal Climate Commissioner. He therefore attended the opening as a special guest. Albert’s goal of annually transforming up to 6,000 tons of marine plastic into regranulate with Healix is also a signal towards the rest of the econ- omy and society. With a great deal of courage, commitment and the right technology partners, we have come a little closer to the dream of a cir- cular economy and a climate-neutral continent. WEIMA Maschinenbau GmbH Bustadt 6-10, 74360 Ilsfeld, Germany www.weima.com HealixopeningwithFrans Timmermans Oldvs. recycled ropes