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Glass recycling machine

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This project is our very first, and it has already earned the trust of Huge Thing Booster and Saint-Gobain Glassolutions in Poland.
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Glass recycling machine

With funding from European Funds, we are working to create a recycling solution for glass producers like Saint-Gobain. Our goal is clear: design a product that ensures old glass can be effectively reintegrated into the production process.

We're incredibly excited about this project and can’t wait to share more details. However, due to confidentiality agreements, the results will be revealed only upon project completion. Stay tuned!
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Workflow

This project exemplifies our customer-centric approach. We started by understanding the challenges consumers face when recycling used glass. Through discussion, testing and research, we identified the key features and requirements for an effective solution.

Based on these findings, we're now developing a CAD model that's feasible for real-world construction and aligned with customer needs. Our team is also running various simulations to ensure that it is ready for installation and to address any potential project risks.

The next step is to build a physical prototype and rigorously test it with real glass to ensure it meets the customer's requirements.

Alongside this development, our team is taking part in workshops and mentoring sessions to ensure our business is prepared for a successful launch.
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EU Funded Project

Bionite's glass recycling machine project has received a grant from the EU. The funding will cover the cost of staff, machine components, services from other companies and team training such as mentoring and workshops.

Total cost of project

199 938,00 PLN

Contribution from the European Funds

199 938,00 PLN
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Results

First milestone

After numerous meetings with potential technology users, real-glass testing, and in-depth research, we’ve defined clear project requirements to meet future client expectations. We’ve also drafted our solution to set the direction for our next steps, compiling everything into two reports - technical and formal.

During this milestone, we also developed the very website you’re exploring now. Have you already visited all the subpages?

Second milestone

Countless hours spent working in CAD software have culminated in the final technical documentation, which will serve as the foundation for building the physical MVP of our glass recycling machine. The results have exceeded our expectations and, most importantly, earned the approval of our industrial partner, Saint-Gobain - a milestone we consider one of our greatest achievements. While our solution appears to align with the needs outlined during the first milestone, real-world tests remain the ultimate validation of any theoretical assumptions.

As we move into the third milestone, we’re trading our computers for mechanical and electronic tools to bring the physical MVP to life. This next phase is where the real fun begins! ;-)