In Germany, two pilot projects are underway for the dismantling of obsolete ships with the environmentally friendly waterjet abrasive suspension system. ANT AG’s high-performance, energy-efficient technology achieves remarkable results in compliance with all international requirements for sustainable ship recycling. In addition, it facilitates the recovery of valuable raw materials, which can be used for the production of climate-neutral steel.
Waterjet cutting produces neither any CO2 nor any fumes or slag. In addition, the suspension water jet does not create any sparks, which reduces the risk of fires and explosions. The contactless cutting process does not generate any heat nor material deformation. In contrast to conventional methods, the water jet can also work from the outside to the inside, so that no slag or paint chips can contaminate the surroundings and challenging materials remain safely inside the ship from where they can be collected and disposed of. The waterjet abrasive suspension system is flexible and can be remotely operated from a distance of up to 500 meters.
