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2015-01-14, 13:26

QCP partnering with leading technology providers for its new circular polymer plant at Chemelot (NL)

QCP has selected leading technology providers for the engineering and construction of the first phase of its 100,000 tonne circular polymer plant to be built at the Chemelot site in the Netherlands.

B+B Anlagenbau will provide all equipment for the preparation process from the incoming bales of post consumer plastic waste to the sorted clean flakes. KraussMaffei Berstorff will supply the extruders that transform the polymer flakes into high quality polypropylene and polyethylene compounds. AZO will connect the material flows by providing all material handling and transport systems enabling an automated logistic process.

Engineering is in progress and construction will start this month to secure start-up of the new plant in Q4 2015.

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Huub Meessen, CEO of QCP, is very positive about this unique partnership with these three leading technology providers: “Apart from B+B, which has a long track record in the circular polymer industry, it is good to see that leading players from the virgin polymer industry, like KraussMaffei Berstorff and AZO are very determined to step into the world of sustainable polymers”. Marc Houtermans, COO of QCP, adds: “ This partnership will combine the best of both worlds: new technology from the upcoming circular polymer industry with proven technology and extensive experience from the traditional compounding industry.”

Achim Ebel, Managing Director of B+B Anlagenbau, one of the major equipment suppliers for the project, is proud and pleased to be involved in this ambitious project. “This plant will enable QCP to produce high quality flakes with state-of-the-art grinding, hot washing and (colour) sorting technology. Our team will follow up this project with great motivation and commitment.”

Ralf J. Dahl, Vice President Twin-Screw Extruder, of KraussMaffei Berstorff (KMB) is very proud that KMB has been selected for this project. “Involved very early already, we were immediately intrigued by QCP’s progressive idea and approach. In combination with KMB’s increasing involvement and experience in high quality recycling and compounding we could offer a state of the art configuration for the two lines. These lines consist of two ZE twin screw extruders in cascade arrangement with all related equipment of which a sophisticated continuous melt filtration system. We are convinced that this unique recycling installation represents the most modern of its kind worldwide, offering highest flexibility and economy. It will largely contribute to QCP’s growing success."

Frank Opdebeeck, Director AZO Benelux, adds: “I am very confident that the clear QCP strategy in combination with the experienced team, will lead the company to a new success in the polymer industry. For AZO Benelux this is an opportunity to join the circular polymer industry with our capability to handle complicated product flows. It is exciting to play a leading role in this upcoming industry.”

Meessen concludes: “With these leading technology partners and the selected equipment, QCP will be able to produce consistent high quality PE and PP compounds. With SITA as a strategic partner of QCP, also the continuity of the raw material supplies is secured, making QCP a long term reliable partner for its customers.”

QCP is currently starting its pre-marketing activities and is developing sustainable products for the packaging, automotive, building and E&E industries, together with brand owners and polyolefins convertors.

More information: www.qcpolymers.com, www.azo.com, www.bub-anlagenbau.de, www.heilig-group.com, www.kraussmaffei.com

Quality Circular Polymers (QCP), Urmond, Netherlands


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