Edoardo Fiore, Business Development Manager at Rover Research, joins The Tyre Recycling Podcast for Episode 86 to discuss their innovative water jet technology. Recorded at the NTRO in Port Melbourne during the Round Trip Tyre and Conveyor Belt Recycling Summit, a joint event with Tyre Stewardship Australia and Tyrewise, Edoardo explains how their patented system automates the retreading and recycling process for TBR and OTR tyres.
Rover Research’s Patented Water-Jet System Key in OTR and TBR Retreading and Recycling
In our interview he highlights the benefits of the technology, including energy savings, material recovery, and the production of high-quality, water-devulcanised “tyre dust” suitable for new compounds.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to Episode #86 & The Round Trip Summit
1:02 Introducing Edoardo Fiori & Rover Research
1:53 Objectives for the Australian Market
2:53 Benefits of Water Jet Technology vs. Traditional Methods
4:40 Applications: OTR, TBR & Future Conveyor Belt Solutions
6:15 High Quality Material Recovery: Water Devulcanised Tyre Dust
8:43 Business Model: Leasing & Joint Ventures
11:25 Opportunities in Australia: Mining & Logistics
14:17 Global Expansion & Startup Journey
15:24 Future Priorities: Consolidating Europe & Expanding Abroad
18:54 Conclusion to Episode #86
