Innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. It’s why at Reworld, the company is committed to pushing the boundaries of what its solutions can do for the companies it serves, and its Birmingham Material Processing Facility (MPF) is a prime example of how technology is driving that mission forward. One partner that has been instrumental in enhancing its operations is eFACTOR3, a provider of innovative waste processing equipment.
Opened in May 2022, the Birmingham MPF was built on the foundation of an abandoned site. It was revitalized into a facility best known for processing waste into solid alternative engineered fuel (AEF), which displaces the use of fossil fuels in various industrial processes.
Most commonly, this output is sent to nearby cement and lime kilns, of which there are many in the surrounding radius. The facility is equipped to process up to 100,000 tons of AEF annually, converting commercial industrial waste from sectors such as automotive manufacturing, plastics, food and beverage and consumer packaged goods into customized, low-carbon fuels that power the cement and lime kilns and significantly reduce their carbon footprints in the process.
eFACTOR3 Technology Driving Efficiency and Sustainability
eFACTOR3 technology plays a critical role in enhancing zero waste-to-landfill solutions by handling complex materials that other systems cannot. With M&J shredders, Westeria conveyors and Steinert magnets, the company is able to extract maximum value from every load. This process transforms waste into AEF that is highly tailored to meet the specific needs of cement and lime kilns – producing a more efficient burn with lower emissions.
Ben Haney, facility manager at the Birmingham MPF, said, “The equipment eFACTOR3 provides is versatile but also robust in its ability to handle the more complex materials that are too bulky or tough for other systems. The equipment is on the cutting edge of recycling technology with industry leaders.”
The eFACTOR3 equipment is boosting recovery and uptime efficiencies, helping its facilities meet production targets. At its Birmingham MPF, this advanced technology has allowed them to consistently produce more than 50,000 tons of AEF annually, and the company anticipates nearly doubling that number as it increases its intake of waste materials. By optimizing both the risk mitigation and value creation sides of the process, the company is setting a new standard for landfill diversion and sustainable waste processing.
At Birmingham, the equipment is enabling the company to produce more than 50,000 tons of AEF annually – a number it will be able to nearly double as it increases its intake of waste materials.
A Partnership Built on Shared Sustainability Goals
Beyond technology, eFACTOR3’s commitment to sustainability aligns with the corporate values at Reworld, with both companies focused on lowering carbon emissions and creating long-term environmental benefits through the processing of waste. Together, they are demonstrating that advanced waste processing can be both economically viable and environmentally responsible.
“As we continue to expand our sustainable waste processing capabilities, the growing success of our Birmingham MPF and partnership with eFACTOR3 is a testament to what can be achieved when innovation and sustainability come together. Looking ahead, we are always seeking to collaborate with partners who share our vision and can help us further enhance the ways we serve our customers and communities. By working together, we can continue to innovate and push the boundaries of what’s possible for sustainable waste solutions,” ReWorld concluded.
