Innovative plant “AMATO CANNARA”
“AMATO CANNARA” PLANT
A dream come true
It is the people who make the difference. Amato Cannara left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him. An entrepreneur with great values, he cared deeply for his employees and the community around him, always emphasizing responsibility, integrity, and innovation. In his honor, the innovative plant in Tolentino was dedicated to his vision — a facility that enables the efficient recycling of sports, PPE, and textile waste, transforming discarded materials into valuable secondary raw materials while supporting a more sustainable and circular economy.
What began as a dream became reality in 2022 through a participatory crowdfunding project, which allowed the creation of the first plant of its kind in Italy. This initiative not only funded the construction of a pioneering recycling facility but also involved the community, investors, and supporters who share the same values and commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Why a crowdfunding project?
“With the launch of the ESO RECYCLING crowdfunding campaign, my dream has become even bigger: a new adventure in sharing with those who have the same values as me and a vision of the future that involves the circular economy and the ethics of doing the right thing for our planet.” – Nicolas Meletiou
Through this approach, the Amato Cannara plant is not only a tribute to an exceptional entrepreneur but also a symbol of collaboration, innovation, and the potential of community-driven sustainable solutions in the field of waste recycling and circular economy initiatives.
PATENTED TRANSFORMATION SYSTEM
The technology
The “Amato Cannara” Plant occupies an area of 700 square metres indoors and 2,400 square metres outdoors and consists of two lines: one is dedicated to recycling, the other to production and transformation of the secondary raw material (obtained from the first line) into new marketable products.
Through the phases of shredding, separation of the mixed granules into their original components (rubber, textiles, plastic, leather, ferrous and non-ferrous metals), secondary raw materials are obtained and, following a moulding phase, the finished products.
Materials are separated using advanced aeraulic and magnetic technologies to isolate the individual components and send them for separate recovery.
European Patent EP 4052878 (PROCESS FOR RECYCLING SPORTS WASTE)
A COMPREHENSIVE RESPONSE
for the Italian and European plant deficiency
Businesses are facing increasing difficulties with waste management, dealing with longer collection times from operators and a significant rise in waste disposal costs. These challenges are primarily caused by the lack of suitable plants — in terms of size, number, and advanced technology — that can efficiently process different types of waste. As a result, many companies struggle to find reliable, timely, and sustainable solutions for managing their waste streams.
A limited number of plants, often oversaturated and sometimes unsuitable for actual needs, creates bottlenecks and inefficiencies that impact businesses, communities, and the environment. This scarcity of capable facilities makes proper recycling and upcycling increasingly difficult, contributing to higher landfill volumes and environmental pressure.
The “Amato Cannara” pilot plant in Tolentino, Macerata, was designed and constructed by ESO RECYCLING to address these challenges. This innovative facility will allow the efficient processing of sports waste, personal protective equipment (PPE), and garments, optimizing the recovery of individual components and transforming them into new high-quality products. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and sustainable processes, the plant supports a circular economy, reduces environmental impact, and provides businesses with effective, responsible waste management solutions.
LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
In the interest of the environment and future generations
This facility is not an isolated, one-off event but rather the first step in a broader strategy. The objective is to create a series of plants located throughout Italy, which will contribute to job creation and increase the awareness that mankind has a huge responsibility to protect and preserve the environment.
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