We Valorise Waste.
We are engaged to valorise waste and bio-based resources through innovative design & manufacturing.
We embrace circular economy principles.
What is circular economy?
Circularity, in various contexts, refers to systems, processes, or philosophies that emphasise the continuous reuse, recycling, and regeneration of materials and resources. Here at ENGA we are built up based on the circular economy principles. Circularity in the context of business is about designing products and systems to minimise waste, make the most of the resources, and ensure products or materials are reused, remanufactured, or recycled at the end of their lifecycle.
Why are we doing this?
Because we believe this is the only way to operate a company sustainably. We know we need to reduce our environmental impact as a whole, and foster economic growth through innovative use of resources.
Our circular implementation
ENGA was established with the aim of addressing the issue of plastic waste in Switzerland and creating innovative solutions to reduce the amount of unused material resources.
ENGA introduced its initial products crafted from recycled materials sourced from partners and conducted market testing to validate the concept.
ENGA joined forces with the plastic collection system in Switzerland to develop a closed plastic loop, allowing post-consumer waste to be repurposed into new products and reinserted into the cycle at the end of its lifespan, thereby closing the plastic loop in Switzerland.
Why 3D printing?
Design Flexibility
Designers can easily modify and tweak designs without the need for retooling, making it simple to produce one-of-a-kind items or small batches and updates of a design at any time.
Reduce waste
Material Efficiency: Unlike traditional subtractive manufacturing, which cuts away material to create parts, 3D printing builds layer by layer, using only the necessary amount of material. This significantly reduces waste.
Sustainable Practices
By minimising material waste, 3D printing contributes to more sustainable manufacturing processes.
Complexity & Innovation
3D printing can produce complex and one-of-a-kind designs that would be difficult to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods.The technology opens up new possibilities for innovative design and creative solutions, pushing the boundaries of what can be made.
Our Recycled Materials
Post-consumer recycled plastic is plastic that has been used by consumers, collected, and then reprocessed into a material. The benefits of using recycled plastic includes lowering the demand for new plastic production, diverting plastic waste from landfills, and conserving natural resources.
Post-Consumer Polypropylene (PP)
Polypropylene collected from consumer waste.
In partnership with Kunststoffsammelsack.ch
#Tide Ocean Material
100% ocean bound recycled PET bottles.
In partnership with #Tide Ocean.
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Our Bio-Based Materials
Bio-sourced plastics are plastics that are derived from renewable biomass sources, such as plants or microorganisms, rather than from fossil fuels. These plastics are considered more environmentally friendly because they have the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on finite resources. Although bio-based plastics reduce reliance on fossil resources, it's essential to assess their entire life cycle to ensure they are environmentally beneficial, as they are not always biodegradable or compostable. We mix those bio-based materials with organic waste to craft materials that do not have the appearance or texture of conventional plastic. Many recycling facilities lack the capability to process these materials, we have established an internal recycling system for them.
Pine
Pine wood fiber (50%) combined with polymers made from potato starch
Olive
Dryed Olive stones (30%) combined with corn starch polymers
Cork
Cork fibers (40%) combined with polymers made from sugar cane
Wood
Wood fiber (40%) combined with polymers made from sugar cane
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Reduce
Reuse
Recycle
At ENGA, sustainability drives everything we do. By embracing the principles of reducing, reusing, and recycling, we aim to protect our planet and conserve resource.
Reduce
Minimising waste helps cut down on pollution and preserves natural resources. We continually refine our processes to reduce excess and streamline packaging.
Reuse
Extending the lifecycle of materials lowers the need for new resources and saves energy. We focus on durable products and repurposing materials wherever possible.
Recycle
Recycling transforms used materials into new products, reducing the demand for raw materials and cutting down on landfill waste. We actively support sustainable recycling practices and encourage our customers to make eco-conscious choices.
Recycling is not the norm
Despite efforts to reduce plastic waste, the annual amount we generate keeps growing, with only a small fraction of it being recycled.
MILLION TONS.
Worldwide annual
plastic production.
plastic waste per
person and year.
of plastic gets recycled.
A closed plastic cycle
Collection
The collection of post-consumer plastic not only helps to reduce waste in landfills and oceans but also replaces the use of new virgin materials.
Recycling
Post-consumer plastic waste undergoes a meticulous process of shredding, cleaning, and sorting into different materials to facilitate recycling and increase quality.
3D Printing
Additive manufacturing enables local production, allowing us to manufacture only on demand and thereby eliminate overproduction and material waste.
Circular
We design and manufacture products using reused materials, with a focus on ensuring they are repairable, dismountable, and ultimately recyclable at the end of their life cycle.
An efficient recycling process
We have optimised our recycling process to be efficient, minimising unnecessary steps and shortening transportation distances for a more eco-friendly approach.
ENGA with it partners offers solutions for a fully closed and circular plastic cycle in Switzerland. Thanks to the post consumer plastic waste collection system, we are able to generate high added value products from plastic waste and replace the use of virgin material..
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A transparent supply chain
Our design philosophy
Dismountable
We design each product so that you can easily take it apart if needed. This design method allows for greater longevity & more efficient resource use.
Repairable
The pieces are design so that its components can be easily accessed and repaired when needed. This approach reduces can extend the lifespan & reduce waste.
Recyclable
When designing our products, we carefully consider the material components to ensure they can be fully reintegrated into the cycle.
Repairability
Our products are purposefully designed and manufactured to be easily disassembled, using screws instead of glue or welding, allowing components to be separated for repairs when needed.
Additionally, we provide spare parts for all our items and use 3D printing to produce them on demand, preventing overproduction and extending product longevity.
One of our design tools: The Butterfly Diagram
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