These are the nominees of the Matexpo Awards

On Tuesday evening, September 10, for the seventh edition in a row, the winners of the awards will be announced at MATEXPO's official opening ceremony.

Thirty files were submitted for the Innovation Award, 20 for the Green Award and 15 for the new Safety Award. The jury chose three nominees per category and are listed below in no particular order.

INNOVATION AWARD BY ING

•  Dynapac CA1500 - CA6500 Seismic vibratory roller | VAN DER SPEK
•  DokaXact digital positioning system | DOKA
•  Liebherr plastic lifting cable for tower cranes | VAN DER SPEK

GREEN AWARD

•  Biofill biological resin for making rigid foam | ALV
•  Arden Jet integrated high-pressure water spray system | ARDEN EQUIPMENT
•  Gas generator Himoinsa HG0-40 T5 LPG SP | VANDAELE MACHINERY

NEW: SAFETY AWARD

•  Fully automatic SQ quick change Front Pin Lock | STEELWRIST
•  FreeFalcon mobile fall protection | DOKA
•  MirrorCams (instead of exterior mirrors) | MERCEDES-BENZ TRUCKS

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From selective demolition to high-quality granules

FPRG asbl (Federation of Producers of Recycling Granules) is hosting a seminar on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 4 p.m. during MATEXPO on the theme:

"From selective demolition to high-quality granules"

This event with walking dinner is co-hosted with GBV asbl (Groen Beton Vert). and CASO asbl (Confederation of Contractors of Demolition and Dismantling Works).

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NEW: MATEXPO APP

Prepare your visit now using the new MATEXPO APP. Please refer to theexhibitor list, the fringe program and other information. During the fair, the app immediately shows you where you are and guides you to the right exhibitor.

The app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or App Store.

MATEXPO SUPPORTS ENGINEERING ACADEMY

Next school year, Hogeschool VIVES, together with 83 West and East Flemish municipalities, is again organizing a local Engineering Academy in the municipality. This initiative aims to give children between the ages of 8 and 12 a taste of engineering and technology in an inquisitive way.

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