Recycling industry

Recycling industry:

Safety across all truck types

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The recycling industry faces complex work environments that demand high safety standards. RCS from Werne uses Linde Safety Guard to ensure safe operations of heavy equipment like excavators and forklifts. This solution protects employees and external personnel from accidents, reducing risk and improving overall site safety.

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Challenges:

Hazardous work environment due to heavy equipment (excavators, wheel loaders, forklifts)
High safety risks for employees and external personnel on the recycling site
Risk minimization required in high-traffic work areas
Increased accident risk due to complex logistics and truck maneuvers
External personnel entering and exiting the company premises

Fleet: Excavators from various manufacturers, 16 ton JCB wheel loader, Dulevo sweepers, Linde forklift fleet E35 and H35

Solution:

Linde Safety Guard: Real-time alerts for employees and external personnel.
Two speed zones: Vehicles are selectively speed-reduced in specific areas and halls to maintain fleet performance while enhancing safety.
Portable unit with theft protection: External personnel and truck drivers are equipped with a mobile unit that emits an acoustic signal when leaving the premises.

Results:

Reduced accident risk: Since the introduction of Linde Safety Guard, RCS in Werne has not experienced any accidents between forklifts and employees.
Increased safety: Targeted forklift speed adjustments significantly reduced accident risk.
Efficient fleet utilization: Forklifts remain powerful while safety on-site is optimized.
Better protection for external personnel: Portable units with theft protection provide enhanced safety for external employees.