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Siegling conveyor belts in the recycling industry

Efficient solutions for recycling

From sorting to recovery, every details in recycling and waste management counts.

Forbo Movement Systems offers robust, efficient and sustainable conveyor belts geared to this industry’s demanding conditions.

Recycling

“In recycling and waste management, tried-and-true technology and smart processes are paramount. Our conveying solutions are designed to combine superior efficiency with a sustainable approach. And these aspects are precisely what makes Forbo a reliable partner for the industry.”
Alexander Schmedes, Global Segment Manager Industrial Production

Robust. Efficient. Sustainable.

When it comes to conveying, sorting or recycling materials like plastic, paper, glass, cardboard or metal, Forbo Movement Systems is a partner you can depend on. With high-quality belt solutions and years of experience in the waste and recycling sector, we can help streamline and future-proof your processes.

Tailored to your production line

  • Hygiene

    Excellent hygiene characteristics

    Excellent hygiene characteristics

    Hygienic and maintenance friendly belts are crucial – even during recycling.
    ✔ Smooth, matte surfaces facilitate cleaning and prevent material from sticking to belts
    ✔ Black, sensor-optimized top faces encourage precise near-infrared (NIR) sorting
    ✔ Flexible designs cut downtime and enable fast belt replacements

  • Heat and chemical resistance

    Heat and chemical resistance

    Heat and chemical resistance

    Recycling processes are very demanding of materials and the environment.
    ✔ PU and PVC coatings withstand heat and aggressive detergents
    ✔ They remain dimensionally stable even at high conveying speeds and temperatures
    ✔ They are suitable for challenging environments where material compositions change

  • Superior abrasion and impact resistance

    Superior abrasion and impact resistance

    Superior abrasion and impact resistance

    Our conveyor belts are designed to handle tough challenges – such as sharp or heavy materials.
    ✔ Premium coatings like polyurethane or PVC ensure maximum resilience.
    ✔ Top faces up to 1.0 mm thick and a high Shore hardness offer outstanding protection.
    ✔ Good track records in metalworking – e.g. in steel coil centers and press shops – for superior resistance to incisions and wear.

For everything that can be recycled

Our conveyor belts are geared to recycling and waste management challenges. They stand apart for their superior abrasion and impact resistance, withstand heat and chemicals, and offer excellent hygiene characteristics. From sorting to recovery, they ensure processes go as planned.

Our special conveyor belt systems are tailored to state-of-the-art sensor technologies such as near-infrared sensors (NIR), X-ray equipment, and magnetically induced eddy currents. They enable precise sorting and separation of waste flows, therefore maximizing the efficiency of modern recycling processes.

Engineering and service

Why us? We deliver first-class products, customized solutions and personalized support. From planning to commissioning phases, our experts are there every step of the way. They have the dedication and in-depth skills to offer the best solution for you.

Alexander Schmedes, Global Segment Manager
Transilon production

At a glance: Why pick Forbo?

Sensor-optimized surfaces for NIR sorting
Our conveyor belts are geared to the demands of modern sensor technologies like NIR, X-rays and eddy current. They come with sensor-optimized, matte surfaces to ensure precise sorting.

Fast speeds and large widths
However fast the speed or large the belt width, our solutions remain dimensionally stable and reliable. They perform superbly and cut energy consumption.

Lower operating costs
Our belts are quick to replace and fit on site, minimizing downtime and maximizing conveyor availability.

Customized solutions for PET recycling and more
Forbo Movement Systems offers custom-developed conveyor belts for PET bottle recycling. These solutions are geared to sensor-based sorting and stand apart as outstanding performers with long service lives. The range also includes belts for other recycling processes, such as magnetic separators, wind separators, and eddy current systems.

Global availability
Available worldwide – our service network and roll material in warehouses mean our conveyor belts are quickly ready for use.

Recycling line

Press release: Conveying technology for precise sorting

Modern recycling processes demand outstanding material flows and sorting precision. During processing of PET bottles and mixed waste flows involving high speeds and sensor-based sorting, reliable conveying solutions are a must.
Find out how innovative belt technologies can boost efficiency and operations and what role smart materials play in the process.Click here to find out more

Service contact

Problem-free production thanks to Forbo service

Our service team will look after your conveyor belts and any other associated engineering issues. Forbo Movement Systems delivers a flexible range of services, from quick on-site deployment to various additional options to end-to-end servicing. Our employees have extensive belt expertise and service skills, superb tools and equipment. What’s more, they only use approved processes and materials. So that your production lines run perfectly.
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Achieve your sustainability objectives

Our belts are made to last and last. As a result, they help to reduce waste. Their sophisticated designs have low frictional resistance. Which cuts energy consumption. We use recyclable belts to encourage a sustainable circular economy. Some of our modular belts are also made of recycled materials. As a result, we’re actively protecting the environment.
read all about it in our digital Sustainable Products magazine

Sustainability Dimension Environmental