WINNER:
Sika Technology AG
With the Project:
Installation of a new fiber production line to reduce energy conssumption by 30%
Sika Corp. USA's Chattanooga facility has installed a new fiber production line to meet rising demand and expand its product offerings. This new line enables the production of concrete reinforcement fibers closer to customers, reducing shipping needs and enhancing sustainability. The line uses 30% less energy, cuts CO2 emissions by 20%, reduces waste by 21%, and lowers water consumption by 10%. With improved safety features and enhanced quality control, this initiative sets a benchmark for other Sika facilities in Germany and Australia to adopt similar solutions.