The incinerator operates as a thermal oxidiser at temperatures between 800°C and 1000°C and completely eliminates waste rejections of VOC, mostly solvents, used in the production process. They are burnt at a level of 99.6% and only water steam and small quantities of carbon dioxide are released in the atmosphere. Both are non-toxic and odourless. At the same time the generated heat is used to stabilise the temperature in the factory building which results in a better, more homogeneous product quality.
The operation of the incinerator allows the company to be in compliance with the latest environmental regulations and to improve on most statutory tolerances. Thus the actual rejections of VOC are as low as 8mg/Nm³ (milligrams per cubic metre under normal i.e. atmospheric conditions) whereas the legal limit is 50mg/Nm³.
Hexis manufactures a wide range of graphic vinyl and digital printing media used for sign making and vehicle markings. The company owns 2 manufacturing sites and exports over 40% of its turnover in over 40 countries, while enjoying sales of EUR 29 million in 2006.
Hexis is established in Frontignan, near Montpellier, France, and has a subsidiary in California, USA with affiliate Hexis companies in Italy, the Netherlands and the UK. The group has 135 employees.
