Scrapetec: A Company Rooted in Mining
From the Lower Rhine to the world: How the mining start-up Scrapetec is revolutionizing the bulk goods industry with innovative solutions for conveyor technology.
In the heart of the Lower Rhine region, specifically in Kamp-Lintfort, a success story began a few years ago that is now shaping the global bulk material industry. ScrapeTec International GmbH was founded by Wilfried Dünnwald, an experienced miner who transformed decades of underground mining experience into innovative solutions for conveyor technology.
Patented Innovations for Greater Safety and Efficiency
The starting point for development was a problem familiar to many operators of conveyor systems: dust, material loss, and heavy wear at transfer points. With the patented AirScrape side-sealing system, Dünnwald and his team achieved a breakthrough. The technology uses the airflow generated by the conveyor belt to effectively retain dust and fine material. The result: significantly less cleaning effort, reduced maintenance, and a noticeable improvement in workplace safety.
From a Small Business to a Global Player
What began as a small company on the Lower Rhine is today an internationally sought-after specialist. Scrapetec’s solutions are used not only in Germany but worldwide—from Australia to South America, and as far as China and India. At international trade fairs such as Bauma in Munich or Bauma China in Shanghai, the company regularly attracts great interest and gains new partners in the mining, cement, and food industries.
Focus on Sustainability and Quality
A particular advantage of Scrapetec products: they operate contact-free, cause hardly any wear, and thus contribute to the longevity of conveyor systems. Even in sensitive sectors such as food and grain handling, they ensure that no foreign substances like microplastics or rubber enter the products.
Conclusion
Scrapetec’s story impressively demonstrates how hands-on experience, inventive spirit, and entrepreneurial courage can turn a small idea into a globally recognized brand. Today, this company from the Lower Rhine stands for innovative, sustainable, and economical solutions in the bulk material industry, while remaining true to its mining roots and values.
