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Anferra Joins SSAB and Dalarna Science Park in Accelerator Program for a Circular Industry
Anferra Joins SSAB and Dalarna Science Park in Accelerator Program for a Circular Industry
In September 2024, Anferra launched a new collaboration with Dalarna Science Park and SSAB in Borlänge, as part of Dalarna Science Park’s Circular Industry Accelerator Program. This unique program aims to match established industries with startups to promote circularity by transforming industrial waste streams into sustainable business opportunities.
As part of this initiative, Anferra has been strategically matched with SSAB to explore innovative solutions for their byproducts. Over the next nine months, we’ll work together to identify and evaluate new circular solutions that are both monetarily and environmentally sustainable.
This collaboration is a fantastic opportunity to drive meaningful impact, aligning perfectly with our mission to push the boundaries of waste recycling. We are thrilled to be part of this initiative and look forward to exploring how we can contribute to SSAB’s sustainability goals.
We extend our gratitude to Dalarna Science Park for bringing us together through this program, and we’re eager to see what the next nine months will bring.
To learn more about the project check out [this link].
Anferra Advances Recycling Technology with Successful Demonstration Project
Reaching 95% Iron Recycling Rate for Industrial Steel Waste with Support from SKF and Scania
In June, Anferra successfully completed a demonstration at a larger batch scale, showcasing the effectiveness of our innovative recycling process. With financial support from SKF Group and Scania Group, we achieved an 95% recycling rate of the iron in the grinding swarf, demonstrating the potential for a more sustainable solution to managing industrial steel waste.
Advancing to TRL 5: A Significant Milestone
This pilot advanced key parts of our recycling process to Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 5, validating it in a relevant, real-world setting. Using grinding swarf provided by SKF and Scania, we produced high-purity iron chloride, meeting European standards for drinking water treatment. This marks an important step toward commercializing our solution for broader industrial use, turning hazardous waste into valuable, essential chemicals.
Partner Feedback: Words from SKF and Scania
Linda Widbro, Business Development Manager at SKF Group:
“Great job, by a great team. Looking forward to the next steps and seeing how this can support the industry in becoming more ‘Intelligent and Clean’ at scale. Industrial companies like SKF and many others are seeking new alternative processes to minimize waste, landfill, and incineration.”
Maria Bodingh Johansson, Engineering Expert Environmental Sustainability at Scania Group:
“So happy and proud to be part of the work you do. You give me hope that we can solve many of the existing challenges through new innovations, a wealth of ideas, and cooperation between large and small actors. Thank you for being so amazing and giving us the opportunity to be part of this journey, continuously improving towards a sustainable future.”
Both quotes highlight the crucial role of collaboration in advancing sustainability and innovation. Working closely with partners like SKF and Scania, Anferra is moving toward providing industries with a circular solution for hazardous waste—one that not only reduces landfill but turns industrial byproducts into valuable resources.
Looking Ahead: Scaling for Broader Industrial Impact
This successful demonstration brings us closer to scaling our technology for large-scale industrial applications. Our process helps industries like steel manufacturing reduce their environmental footprint while contributing to essential resources such as clean water.
We extend our sincere thanks to SKF Group and Scania Group for their collaboration and support.