The specialists from SealteQ Noord have recently successfully completed a project at Twence in Hengelo. The work took place at three discharge chutes that lead into a large bunker. The project demonstrates SealteQ's expertise and versatility in complex industrial renovations, with an approach that ensures both the safety and sustainability of the installation.
Replacement landfill gutters Twence in Hengelo
At Twence, the focus is on a sustainable, circular, and bio-based society. Thanks to innovations and technologies, Twence is increasingly able to return valuable raw materials from waste and biomass into the cycle. To ensure these processes run optimally and safely, it was necessary to replace the worn steel sliding plates.
SealteQ carried out an extensive and careful renovation process. After removing the existing, worn sliding plates, the construction site was set up and hanging baskets were installed. Subsequently, loose concrete parts were removed, after which the concrete was thoroughly cleaned and roughened by means of high-pressure water jetting. To strengthen the structural integrity, SealteQ mounted angle irons and installed reinforcement with 25 mm thick bars.
After this, new Hardox plates – known for their hardness and wear resistance – were firmly attached to the angle irons. The team also drilled and glued 600 anchors, which were then carefully welded together with the steel plates and corner pieces. The space between the concrete and the steel plates was then filled with mortar, using no less than 35 tons.
In addition, SealteQ repaired the collision protection and applied a new Ucrete floor. Thanks to the efficient deployment of crews, the entire project was completed within two weeks.
With this project, SealteQ has once again proven that it is capable of expertly carrying out complex industrial renovations. Due to the thorough approach and the use of high-quality, durable materials, the discharge chutes at Twence can be safely used for many years to come.