Composting and waste incineration plants

Humidity, dirt, swarf, extreme temperatures and constant exposure to the elements all place significant stress on machinery used in composting and waste‑incineration facilities. To prevent costly downtime, equipment in these environments must operate with absolute reliability despite harsh and variable conditions. In composting systems in particular, robust, fail‑safe components are essential to maintain the integrity of the complex, self‑contained biological process. Only when the process runs uninterrupted can biodegradable waste be converted into high‑quality compost suitable for use as an effective fertiliser in agriculture and horticulture.

In these heavy‑duty applications, traditional steel components are increasingly being replaced by igus® polymer solutions, which offer superior resistance to corrosion, contamination and wear—making them exceptionally well‑suited to demanding waste‑processing environments.