Eldan Recycling

Introduction

Eldan Recycling A/S, a privately held Danish company headquartered in Faaborg, has been a world-leading supplier of recycling machinery and turnkey plants since its founding in 1956. Serving industries ranging from tyre and cable processing to electronic and aluminium waste, Eldan’s mission is to make recycling both profitable and sustainable. Over 65 years later, and with more than 1,300 systems and 8,100 machines installed globally, Eldan stands at the forefront of circular economy solutions.

Historical Legacy & Growth

• Founded: 1956 in Faaborg, Denmark 
• Over six decades of innovation in shredding and separating equipment 
• The 2016 integration of REDOMA Recycling expanded their cable-processing expertise, making Eldan the world’s largest cable-recycling manufacturer 
• Today, the company employs around 100 staff at its Danish manufacturing hub, complemented by global sales and service branches in Germany, the US, UK, Turkey, the Baltics, Belarus, and more 

Product Portfolio & Technical Expertise

1. Tyre Recycling

• Twin shaft shredders, granulators, magnetic separators, and clean cut shredding for whole tyre throughput 
• Yield high grade rubber granulate, steel, and textile—enabling raw material recovery for new rubber products and reducing landfill/incineration.
   

2.Cable Recycling

• State of the art cable recycling plants. Partnership with REDOMA elevated expertise in high-capacity metal recovery from insulated wire 
• Designed for optimal metal purity and high yield—key to economic viability.
   

3. Electronic Waste (WEEE)

• Advanced optical sorting, metal separation, and sensor-based sorting in their MPS systems 
• Boosts throughput, material purity, and recovery efficiency for mixed e waste streams.
   

4. Industrial & Scrap Recycling

• Equipment capable of processing aluminium, steel, MSW, UBCs, refrigerators, and other scrap types 
• Magnetic separators, shake tables, and multi-material feeders optimize throughput and purity in heavy industries.
   

Turnkey Plants & Integrated Solutions

Eldan doesn’t only deliver machines—they craft entire recycling solutions. In-house design and engineering in Faaborg oversee each stage:

• Consultation & Feasibility: Tailored material flow analysis and plant design
• Manufacturing & Quality Control: All equipment built in Denmark, with stringent QA standards
• Installation & Commissioning: Expert on-site support ensures seamless setup
• After-Sales & Service: Global technicians provide training, spare parts, and remote diagnostics
   

This end-to-end model ensures efficient capital investment, maximum uptime, and continual performance improvements.

Global Footprint & Industry Presence

• Installed Base: 1,300+ systems, 8,100+ machines in over 60 countries 
• Sales & Service Network: European hubs, a US branch in Sanborn, NY, and agents worldwide 
   

Innovation & Sustainability

• Optical Sorting & AI: MPS systems employ sensor-based and AI-equipped sorting, enhancing material purity and efficiency 
• Environmental Impact: Tackles priorities like tyre burning emissions; supports cleaner practices and circularity 
• Resource Efficiency: Technologies enable substantial recovery of raw materials—rubber, metals, plastics, fibres—reducing reliance on virgin resources and CO₂ footprints.
   

Market Position & Competitive Edge

Reputation: Globally recognized for durable, high-yield recycling solutions across heavy and electronic waste sectors .
Experience: Over 65 years of industry leadership; synergy with REDOMA brings 90 years of cable-recycling heritage 
Customisation: Plants and equipment are tailored per client needs—material types, regulatory demands, volume throughput.
Support: Robust after-sales service ensures uptime and ROI through spare parts, training, and field engineers.
 

Client Success & Projects

• Municipal & Commercial Projects: Deliveries to local authorities, demolition contractors, and industrial players—like cable recycling systems for municipalities and MSW plants .
• International Deployments: Projects in North America, Southeast Asia, and Europe with on-site presence at major industry events (e.g., Tokyo, Jakarta exhibitions).
   

Corporate Responsibility & Future Vision

• Leadership in Circular Economy: Committed to transforming waste into reusable resources via sustainable tech and partnerships .
• Innovation Investments: Focused on R&D in sensor and AI sorting; enhancing recovery from mixed waste materials.
• Global Expansion: Continued growth with new offices, agents, and plant installations to support regional recycling demands.
   

Conclusion

Eldan Recycling A/S stands as a pillar of innovation and sustainability in the recycling machinery industry. With deep roots in Danish engineering, a broad global footprint, and a mission to turn waste into value, Eldan's turnkey plants deliver cutting-edge technology and economic viability across waste streams. Their enduring legacy, forward-looking R&D, and commitment to sustainability ensure they remain essential partners for industries building circular systems worldwide.