The upgrades include additional energy-efficient furnace technology, improving the sustainability, flexibility, and productivity of the plant.
Energy-Efficient Glass Manufacturing Technology
As part of the investment, Zipaquira is running a new furnace. The furnace incorporates oxy/fuel combustion and waste heat recovery technology - scalable technologies we're implementing in our plants to improve energy efficiency and lower emissions as part of our sustainability strategy.
In all, the glass-making technologies installed at Zipaquira: Lower CO2 emissions by up to 15% per ton produced on the new furnace
Reduce NOX emissions by up to 50 % compared to a traditional air fuel fired furnace
Enable a higher usage of recycled glass
'This investment exemplifies O-I's approach of using vision and innovation to transform how glass is made,' said
Creating Growth Opportunities for Customers & Community
Zipaquira is one of our largest plants in
The transformation enables further growth, not only in serving customers but also to the local economy. Approximately 100 additional new jobs were created in conjunction with the new furnace along with a larger number of indirect jobs in the region.
'We are proud of our advancements in Zipaquira, upgrading the sustainability, technology innovation, safety, quality and productivity of our plant,' said
The recent investment strengthens our commitment to sustainable glass manufacturing in Zipaquira. In 2020, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the
The team also took a sustainable approach while expanding its high-tech silica sand plant. Protecting the environment, minimizing impact, and implementing restoration plans for the biotope were top of mind. The team also worked with external entities to optimize water resources in a closed circuit, reducing water consumption by 50%.
Contact:
Tel: 567-336-2400
Email: investor.relations@o-i.com
(C) 2024 Electronic News Publishing, source