The materials we use,
is the trash from others
What is Circularity ?
Circularity, in various contexts, refers to systems, processes, or philosophies that emphasise the continuous reuse, recycling, and regeneration of materials and resources. Here at ENGA we are built up based on the circular economy principles. Circularity in the context of business is about designing products and systems to minimise waste, make the most of the resources, and ensure products or materials are reused, remanufactured, or recycled at the end of their lifecycle.
Why are we doing this?
Because we believe this is the only way to operate a company sustainably. We know we need to reduce our environmental impact as a whole, and foster economic growth through innovative use of resources.
Why 3D printing ?
Design Flexibility
Designers can easily modify and tweak designs without the need for retooling, making it simple to produce one-of-a-kind items or small batches and updates of a design at any time.
Reduce waste
Material Efficiency: Unlike traditional subtractive manufacturing, which cuts away material to create parts, 3D printing builds layer by layer, using only the necessary amount of material. This significantly reduces waste.
Sustainable Practices
By minimising material waste, 3D printing contributes to more sustainable manufacturing processes.
Complexity and Innovation
3D printing can produce complex and one-of-a-kind designs that would be difficult to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods.The technology opens up new possibilities for innovative design and creative solutions, pushing the boundaries of what can be made.
Reduce, reuse, recycle
At ENGA, sustainability drives everything we do. By embracing the principles of reducing, reusing, and recycling, we aim to protect our planet and conserve resources.
Reduce
Minimizing waste helps cut down on pollution and preserves natural resources. We continually refine our processes to reduce excess and streamline packaging.
Reuse
Extending the lifecycle of materials lowers the need for new resources and saves energy. We focus on durable products and repurposing materials wherever possible.
Recycle
Recycling transforms used materials into new products, reducing the demand for raw materials and cutting down on landfill waste. We actively support sustainable recycling practices and encourage our customers to make eco-friendly choices.
Repairability
Our products are specifically designed and manufactured to be disassembled for repair, with the use of screws instead of glue or welds making it possible to separate components as needed.
Furthermore, we supply spare parts for all our merchandise and use 3D printing to fabricate them on request, preventing overproduction and product obsolescence.
Our recycled materials
Post-consumer recycled plastic refers to plastic that has been used by consumers, collected, and then processed into new products. The advantages of using post-consumer recycled plastic include reducing the demand for new plastic production, diverting plastic waste from landfills, and conserving natural resources.
Post consumer PP
Polypropylene collected from post consumer trash in collaboration
with Kunststoffsammelsack.ch
Our bio-based materials
Bio-sourced plastics are plastics that are derived from renewable biomass sources, such as plants or microorganisms, rather than from fossil fuels. These plastics are considered more environmentally friendly because they have the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on finite resources. They are not necessarily biodegradable or compostable. It is important to examine the full life cycle of bio-based plastics, to ensure that they are beneficial to the environment beyond the reduction in use of fossil resources.
We mix those bio-based materials with organic waste to craft materials that do not have the appearance or texture of conventional plastic.
Since many recycling facilities do not yet have the capability to recycle these materials, we have set up an internal recycling process for those materials.
Pine
Pine wood sawdust (50%) combined with polymers made from potato starch
Olive
Dryed Olive stones (30%) combined with corn starch polymers
Cork
Cork fibers (40%) combined with polymers made from sugar cane
Wood
Wood fiber (40%) combined with polymers made from sugar cane
A closed plastic cycle
ENGA with it partners offers solutions for a fully closed and circular plastic cycle in Switzerland. Thanks to the post consumer plastic waste collection system, we are able to generate high added value products from plastic waste and replace the use of virgin materials.
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An efficient recycling process
We have optimized our recycling process to be efficient, minimizing unnecessary steps and shortening transportation distances for a more eco-friendly approach.
Collection
The collection of post-consumer plastic not only helps to reduce waste in landfills and oceans but also replaces the use of new virgin materials.
Recycling
Post-consumer plastic waste undergoes a meticulous process of shredding, cleaning, and sorting into different materials to facilitate recycling and increase quality.
3D printing
Additive manufacturing enables local production, allowing us to manufacture only on demand and thereby eliminate overproduction and material waste.
Circular
We design and manufacture products using reused materials, with a focus on ensuring they are repairable, dismountable, and ultimately recyclable at the end of their life cycle.
A transparent supply chain
Recycling is way too small yet
Despite efforts to reduce plastic waste, the annual amount we generate keeps growing, with only a small fraction being recycled.
Million Tons
worldwide annual
plastic production
plastic waste per
person and year
of plastic gets recycled
Products that are dismountable, repairable, and recyclable offer several advantages
Circularity
Our products contribute to a more sustainable environment by reducing waste and promoting a circular economy. Dismantling, repairing, and recycling products help minimise the use of raw materials and energy required for manufacturing new products
Repairability
Dismountable and repairable products can be easily fixed when they break down, extending their lifespan and saving money on replacement costs.
Reduced Environmental Impact
By designing products that are dismountable, repairable, and recyclable, companies can reduce their carbon footprint and minimise the amount of waste sent to landfills. This helps in conserving natural resources and reducing pollution.
Consumer Appeal
Consumers are becoming more conscious of the environmental impact of their purchases. Products that are easy to disassemble, repair, and recycle are seen as more environmentally friendly and socially responsible, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.
Our circular implementation
ENGA was established with the aim of addressing the issue of plastic waste in Switzerland and creating innovative solutions to reduce the amount of unused material resources.
ENGA introduced its initial products crafted from recycled materials sourced from partners and conducted market testing to validate the concept.
ENGA joined forces with the plastic collection system in Switzerland to develop a closed plastic loop, allowing post-consumer waste to be repurposed into new products and reinserted into the cycle at the end of its lifespan, thereby closing the plastic loop in Switzerland.