Preserving and promoting biodiversity is a long-term, global goal of high priority for Kiefel. We enable our customers to produce in a resource-conserving and energy-efficient manner.
We achieve this with a wide range of alternative bio-based or recyclable materials, sustainable machinery, and environmentally friendly processes.
Participation in research and development initiatives
Driving innovation together – for sustainable recycling solutions and resource-saving technologies.
Recycling of PP for food applications
NEXTLOOPP focuses on mechanical recycling of food-grade polypropylene (PP). The goal: tray-to-tray and cup-to-cup recycling for a sustainable circular economy.
Recycling solutions for printed plastic films
PrintCYC (Printed PP films for mechanical recycling) investigated the effects of ink formulations on the recycling process of PP/PE films.
Intelligent sorting for better recycling quality
Digital watermarks provide material information via scan, improve sorting quality, and ensure high-quality recyclates – for an efficient circular economy.
R-Cycle initiative
R-Cycle standardizes digital product passports, captures relevant recycling data, and enables precise waste sorting—the basis for high-quality recyclates and a functioning circular economy.
Environmentally friendly solutions at Kiefel
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Recycling & resource protection
Efficient waste management through the separate recycling of secondary raw materials. Protection of water and biodiversity at the site.
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Energy-efficient technologies
Use of energy recovery technology and reduction of energy consumption in production facilities.
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Corporate carbon footprint
Initial calculation of the corporate CO2 footprint 2020. Including supply chain and logistics in environmental management.
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Sustainable mobility
Charging stations for employees, use of electric forklifts and electric company cars at the Freilassing site.
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Energy-saving commissioning
New commissioning concept for machines with low raw material consumption and high energy efficiency.
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Research partnerships
Partnerships with research institutions, customers and partners for sustainable future solutions.
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Toner & production waste recycling
Efficient utilization of production waste and toner recycling for sustainable use of valuable materials.