Oliver Hoffmann, Chief Technology Officer of thyssenkrupp Rasselstein, has announced new measures to reduce resource consumption and emissions in metal packaging production.
Hoffmann has confirmed the incorporation of heat recuperators in continuous annealing lines to decrease natural gas usage.
The CTO has reminded that the company already uses bluemint® steel, which allows for up to 69% reduction in CO₂ emissions without compromising product quality.
Hoffmann has reported that thyssenkrupp Rasselstein also employs Solidflex material to manufacture lighter packaging, which reduces the environmental impact in transportation.
The executive has highlighted the implementation of the Workerbase digital platform, which improves operational efficiency through direct worker participation.
Hoffmann has announced that the company is working with public institutions to replace natural gas with green hydrogen in its industrial processes.
