Construction waste recycling Crushing of demolition waste

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Our solution for construction waste recycling

The construction industry uses a wide range of materials such as concrete, bricks, wood, metals, gypsum, asphalt, glass, plastics and more. During construction as well as the demolition of buildings, roads and other structures, large quantities of mineral waste and various mixed construction waste streams are generated. Through proper sorting and shredding, some of these materials can be reused for the production of new products or for the renovation of existing structures.
Our high-performance two-shaft shredders, also referred to as crushers, are designed for the demanding volume reduction of construction and demolition waste. By using magnetic separators, ferrous components are removed after pre-shredding, significantly simplifying further processing.
Recycling starts with arjes
Recycling starts with arjes
Recycling starts with arjes
Recycling starts with arjes

Processing of construction waste

The proper processing of construction and demolition waste not only reduces waste volume but also promotes resource conservation and supports the circular economy in the construction sector. Due to their material properties, mineral construction waste can often be recycled or reused, making it a valuable resource.

Material recovery

Reuse gravel, paving stones, concrete aggregates or filling material

Construction and demolition waste being fed to the ARJES crusher with a sorting grapple
ARJES COMPAKTOR 300 shredding construction and demolition waste
Construction and demolition waste containing components such as concrete, gypsum, bricks and more
Concrete rubble and construction waste can be shredded with the COMPAKTOR 300
Shredded construction and demolition waste for material recovery
Tiles and ceramic waste are initially sent to landfills before being shredded for recycling
Rejected brick waste can be pre-shredded with the ARJES crusher
Tons of rejected asphalt chunks can be recycled and reused in road construction
Bricks and roof tiles are collected at the recycling center and then pre-shredded with the shredder

Facts about recycling of construction waste

The construction industry is one of the most resource-intensive industries in the world. The existing stock of buildings and infrastructure represents a significant man-made reservoir of resources. Up to 90% of construction and demolition waste is currently processed to recover secondary raw materials. Our shredders form the basis for these recycled construction materials, which are used in road construction, earthworks or landfill applications.

ARJES crusher in action

Our mobile two-shaft shredders are the first choice for construction and demolition waste recycling. The standard crawler undercarriage ensures optimal mobility on any terrain and enables flexible use directly on site. Our crushers reduce the volume of construction waste directly at the source, resulting in significant savings in transport costs and making the recycling process more efficient.
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Our recommendation for crushing construction waste

For smaller construction companies or flexible applications, we recommend the mobile COMPAKTOR 300 shredder. This robust and highly flexible crusher offers maximum mobility and is ideally suited for shredding construction and demolition waste directly on site. Its versatility and ease of operation make it the preferred choice for construction projects that require fast and efficient waste handling. The more powerful EKOMAXX 800 model is also designed for processing construction debris, including concrete, bricks, and large mixed construction waste. Our combination of mobility and performance ensures that you find a suitable and efficient solution for every challenge in the field of construction waste recycling.

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