Recycled HDPE: separate collection made sustainable
2AS containers: all the advantages of recycled HDPE for separate collection Technological solutions and respect for the environment are the principle on which Ecologia Soluzione Ambiente philosophy is based and which form the foundation of the 2AS System , an innovative modular robotic system for bilateral waste collection, single-man operated, which, thanks to the various set-ups and combinations proposed, adapts to the needs of all customers. The same system also includes a wide range of above-ground containers for separate waste collection, equipped with Kinshofer hook and made of recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE). "The advantages of this choice are numerous", says Enrico Benedetti, President of the Company. Being built with elements that reduce noise emission, polyethylene containers are quieter than others. This type of material - in general all plastic - is resistant to chemicals, water and saline solutions, and therefore retains its integrity better, even when exposed to high or low temperatures. "Then there are key factors to consider in the waste cycle that go in favor of this solution - underlines Benedetti - The polyethylene makes the product watertight and prevents leaks of percolating substances, which is very difficult, if not impossible, with others. containers. And, again, polyethylene has a thermal conductivity ten times lower than traditional materials; not heating up in the sun therefore allows a better conservation of the organic waste". Sustainability The use of plastic is often criticized when it comes to environmental sustainability. The sore point of polyethylene - which he fights insistently - is its dispersion into the environment. "However - points out the ESA President - it must be considered that the dispersion of plastics mainly concerns small and common / domestic products, not large monolithic products, which obviously are much less subject to dispersion in microplastics or abandonment" . Furthermore, again speaking of respect for the environment, polyethylene is a mono-material polymer (i.e. composed of a single type of plastic). “This purity of the material allows it to be 100% recycled”, highlights Benedetti. Elasticity The elasticity that characterizes polyethylene ensures that, in the event of accidental blows (an unusual release of the robot or a hit by a car while parking), the containers do not deform and do not dent. Even the vehicles are never damaged by contact with the container, which is quite usual, especially in heavily trafficked cities, where parking becomes almost a challenge. Furthermore, polyethylene is not a sharp material and this avoids all injuries, both for professionals and for citizens. Lightness Often the user who throws out the garbage has to force himself to open the lid, which is very heavy. The polyethylene container overcomes this problem, being very light and supporting only the steel of the loading point, the internal mechanisms and the bascules. With the same type of product compared to other materials, HDPE facilitates the action of the robot. Aesthetics and design The cleanliness of the streets and public spaces is a fundamental element of urban decor and is guaranteed by the containers, placed on the sidewalks and in the squares, which are emptied daily. The appearance of the containers also affects this. “Polyethylene is produced already intrinsically colored - explains the President - the containers, therefore, do not need to be painted, keep the color longer and are more pleasing to the eye. They represent the best choice from an aesthetic and environmental point of view. Also as regards the design, the polyethylene can be personalized with an indelible thermo-imprint. Last but not least - he concludes - cleaning and maintenance operations on a polyethylene container are easier ”.
Micro-bubble ventilation system
ESA has created and recently commissioned an innovative micro-bubble aeration system in the wastewater treatment plant at the production site of a well-known company operating in the transformation of organic agri-food in Northern Italy. To improve the efficiency of purification and to guarantee a lower energy expenditure, and therefore a lower environmental impact, the old air distribution system has been replaced with a new one, which foresees the use of EPDM plates with fine bubbles on the entire bottom of the tank. The diffusion of air with constant and homogeneous insufflation takes place through the micro-bubbles, which, thanks to their size, allow a significant increase in the yield of the oxidation process, allowing bacteria to effectively and quickly dissolve the wastewater inside the biological oxidation reactor. The peculiarity of the peroxide vulcanized EPDM rubber membranes is the long duration in time, superior to the most commonly used sulfur vulcanized membranes, a feature that makes them particularly resistant and suitable for the treatment of difficult waste such as industrial, allowing the user company less maintenance and a noticeable drop in consumption. https://youtu.be/K8lwLS71-oY
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CAS waste water treatment plant in Ethiopia
The Homeland Hotel , a new 4-star facility that uses modern technologies and our CAS (Conventional Activated Sludge) treatment plant, has been inaugurated in Mekele (Ethiopia) The lack of adequate space for the installation of a common wastewater treatment plant was an opportunity for ESA to design and build a 20 cubic meters CAS (Conventional activated sludge) system under the flooring of the hotel lobby for 150 equivalent inhabitants, consisting of a single tank in reinforced concrete divided into four partitions, which allow to significantly improve the efficiency of the system and the quality of the water introduced into the sewer system. The solution of made-to-measure stainless steel manhole covers has allowed the system to be fully integrated into the context and visually imperceptible, thus guaranteeing a discreet solution for the hotel and customers, also ensured by the "odor-free" system, which does not allows the release of any odor.
This year the last edition of Ecomondo ended positively and ESA presented some of its most innovative solutions for the world of waste. The 23rd edition of Ecomondo, the reference trade fair for industrial and technological innovation in the circular economy, which recently recorded the highest number of foreign visitors, has just ended in Rimini We at ESA presented to the many professionals of the sector who came to our stand 2AS, the bilateral single-operator waste collection system, and the preview of the new above the ground containers, made of up to 40% recycled HDPE, environmentally friendly, equipped with modern UHF and GPS technology and suitable for green purchases. Great curiosity was also aroused by the two photovoltaic products, the modern roll-off compactor KS7 and T-Recycle, the vehicle with pedal assist system for waste collection in city centers and parks, and by the technological column for disposal of waste oil, Emilia. This edition has also seen us protagonists of "Water, Energy, Waste, Mobility", the business forum on cooperation between Italy and Egypt on the sustainable management of North African territory resources in the circular economy, organized by the Ecomondo Technical Scientific Committee in partnership with the Italian Embassy in Cairo and the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Egypt. The convention has also seen the participation of Tamer Mostafa Ali, Chief Cabinet Officer of the Egyptian Ministry of the Environment, and of a large delegation of Egyptian speakers. We brought our experience on Egyptian soil in the design and construction of civil waste water purification plants and waste collection systems, which respond to the needs of management and enhancement of local resources in a green perspective and in harmony with the context. We also take the opportunity to sincerely thank all those who came to our stand.
ESA, together with Urban Eco Moving , participated in EcoFira 2019 , the Valencia exhibition dedicated to the environmental field that promotes modern eco-technologies. The exhibition, held in Valencia from 1 to 3 October 2019 , in which we participated together with our Spanish dealer Urban Eco Moving , aroused great interest and saw the participation of professionals working in the waste logistics sector. The exhibition was the occasion to present 2AS , 2 Automatic System, the innovative bilateral single-operated collection system, composed for the occasion by the robotic system and the roll-off compactor. Able to empty all types of containers on the market in less than 90 ", 2AS combines technology, respect for the environment and economic advantage for the manager.
National Assembly of Bio-Architecture
The National Institute of Bio-Architecture chooses Ecologia Soluzione Ambiente as the venue for the national assembly of its members. Our head office has been chosen by INBAR, the National Institute of Bio-Architecture , as a meeting place on 12 July 2019, since it's an example of recovery of an existing building and of valorization of the artistic and cultural heritage of the area. Respect for the environment, sustainability and environmental requalification are an integral part of Green entrepreneurship and ESA values, also shared by the association of bio-architects.
ESA has recently concluded its participation in the 22nd edition of Ecomondo, which has seen the company attending with two stands: in the first one it displayed the robotized crane with the container washer, the new MEC, Mobile Environmental Center, the Greeny for the collection of PET and HDPE with incentive systems, a wide series of above-ground containers for every material and the pedal assisted cargo bike in its T-Waste version, dedicated to separate waste collection in limited traffic areas. Inside Sustainable City ESA has displayed TCargo in the T-Deliver version for its french client UPS. ESA can definetely say that the success of this year's edition of the leading event about Green and Circular Economy has been bigger than the previous years, thanks to the costant contribution of innovation and technology. The company has in fact shown for the first time its MEC (Mobile Environmental Center) dedicated to the collection of Electrical and Electronic Waste and its Greeny, a compactor for PET and HDPE bottles with incentive systems. Inside Sustainable City TCargo, the photovoltaic pedal assisted cargo bike, demanded by a great logistics company such as UPS, has shown that a delivery service can be done with zero impact and in total respect of the environment, which is the principle with which ESA always works.
GO-GO ecological stations in Roccaraso
ESA proceeds with the production of the new stationary ecological stations from the GO-GO series, the latest installed in the Municipality of Roccaraso. Last August the new GO-GO ecological station in via Napoli was inaugurated. The results obtained are giving reason for the road taken by the current municipal administration, the broad consensus obtained, thanks to the use of the system, is proof of this. To simplify the waste transfer operations, the many tourists who have chosen to vacation in the tourist center of Alto Sangro have decided to opt for the use of a stationary ecological station. The choice made is a clear expression of a series of decisions aimed at supporting the virtuous cycle of separate collection. GO-GO ecological stations are a convenient alternative to the traditional collection system without calendar restrictions. The GO-GO station is essentially a transfer station equipped with automatically operated nozzles, which can be activated by reading the medical card. The technological contribution of the integrated surveillance system allows detailed control of the contributions. The possibility of customizing the structure makes it possible to return the investment thanks to advertising or possibly greater integration of the same in the urban context for which it is intended.
Lucca underground stations 4L series
ESA and Sistema Ambiente S.p.a., the Lucca-based society in the field of waste management, are continuing their cooperation. Two underground stations aimed at collecting both separate and unsorted waste were inaugurated. The stations have been installed in Piazzetta delle Poste and Via della Zecca, spots located at the core or the city’s historic centre. The two units, belonging to ESA’s 4L series, are able to host 4 dumpsters aimed at collecting waste, and are equipped with an innovative user-friendly interface. To ensure the exclusive use to the residents of the historical city, each station has been provided with a system able to recognize every single user, verify his presence within a whitelist update twice a day, record the giving and open and close automatically the unit through a specifically designed pneumatic circuit. ESA will also ensure the post-sale management, which will be provided by both trained personnel and a series of electronical systems allowing the remote control and the oversight of the status of the equipments. Thanks to this it will be possible to run a diagnostic and to instantly intervene to fix the eventual problem if necessary. These two installations enter the municipal administration project’s of increasing the overall number of units all throughout the city in its final stage.