Sustainable recycling of insulation materials

The circular economy with EPS insulation materials –
sustainable construction business

By participating the EPSolutely project, we are responding to the growing challenges in the field of EPS insulation recycling. We are strongly committed to recycling EPS offcuts from the construction sector in an efficient and environmentally friendly way. With innovative processes, we are helping to conserve valuable raw materials and significantly reduce the CO₂ footprint of the construction industry.

 

MORE ABOUT INSULATION RECYCLING (GERMAN ONLY)

 

 

 

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How the EPSolutely and HIRSCH recycling service works

 

1. How can I order new recycling bags?
New recycling bags can easily be ordered online here.

2. What requirements must the EPS offcuts meet?
The EPS offcuts must be clean and free from contaminants such as glue, metal, or other materials in order to be recycled.

3. Can old EPS from renovations also be recycled?
No, old EPS from demolition or renovation projects cannot be recycled due to possible contamination and should be disposed of accordingly.

4. How does the collection work?
Once you have filled at least 10 bags, you can request a collection via the QR code on the bags or here. If you have fewer than 10 bags, the offcuts can either be collected until the minimum quantity is reached, or you can bring them yourself to a participating production plant.

5. How long does it take for the bags to be collected?
After requesting the collection, the bags are usually picked up within a few working days, depending on your location and the current workload of the collection service.

 

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Benefits of the recycling service

Free pick-up

Return of 10 bags or more

Savings on disposal costs

Clean and tidy construction site

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

That’s how the EPSolutely and HIRSCH recycling service works

 

1.How do I order new recycling bags?
New recycling bags can be easily ordered online here.

2. What conditions must the EPS offcuts meet?
The EPS offcuts must be clean and free of foreign substances such as glue, metal or other materials in order to be recycled.

3. Can old EPS from renovations also be recycled?
No, old EPS from demolition or renovation is not recycled due to possible contamination and should be disposed of accordingly.

4. How does the collection work?
Once you have filled at least 10 bags, you can request a pick-up via the QR code on the bags or here. If there are fewer than 10 bags, the offcuts can either be collected until the minimum quantity is reached or you can take them to a participating production plant yourself.

5. How long does it take for the bags to be collected?
After notification, pick-up usually takes place within a few working days, depending on your location and the current capacity utilization of the pick-up service.