- The plant was commissioned in May 2023.
- It recycles polyurethane foam from 200,000 mattresses annually.
- The process produces high-quality recycled polyol.
- The EU aims to recycle 65% of municipal waste by 2030.
Project Completion
H&S Anlagentechnik GmbH has completed the commissioning of an industrial-scale reactor plant for RetourMatras in Lelystad, Netherlands. The plant uses advanced depolymerization technology to recycle polyurethane foam from end-of-life mattresses into high-quality recycled polyol.
Recycling Process
Polyol, a key component of polyurethane foam used in mattresses, is recovered without compromising quality. This allows it to be reused in the production of new PU foam, contributing to circularity in the industry. The plant can process foam from 200,000 mattresses annually.
Industry Collaboration
RetourMatras has partnered with IKEA Retail to find circular solutions for end-of-life mattresses, aligning with IKEA's sustainability goals. This collaboration aims to reduce waste and promote the use of recycled materials.
EU Waste Reduction Goals
Europe disposes of an estimated 40 million mattresses annually. Recycling these mattresses can significantly reduce landfill and incineration streams. The European Union aims to recycle 65% of municipal waste by 2030. H&S's technology supports this goal by converting PU waste into high-quality recovered polyols for new PU products.
Ongoing Developments
H&S continues to advance its technologies for end-of-life PU recycling. The company has previously supported projects like Dow's RENUVA™ mattress recycling program and has been providing sustainable solutions to companies like Orrion Chemicals Orgaform in France and Ikano Industry in Poland since 2013.
