At ANKRO Kunststof Verspaning, we combine innovation, craftsmanship, and chain collaboration to realize sustainable and circular solutions. We have extensive experience in machining recycled plastic and already successfully supply these materials to various customers in practice.
Machining recycled plastics requires specialist knowledge. Not every material behaves in the same way, and the right approach is crucial for a high-quality end result. The expertise we have built up over the past 25 years in plastics machining enables us to provide our customers with excellent advice on the use of recycled materials in their applications and how this fits within a circular strategy.
Recycled plastics are now of high quality and ideal for machining operations. Thanks to modern recycling techniques, these materials are:
• Mechanically equivalent to new material
• Good wear, impact, and notch resistance
• No to very low moisture absorption
• Available in various types such as HMPE, POM, PP, and PVC
• Up to 100% recycled
ANKRO is part of the BKB Precision Group, where sustainability is structurally embedded in its business practices. Within the group, annual reports are issued on set sustainability ambitions, including CO₂ reduction, circular material use, and chain transparency. This reporting ensures measurable progress and encourages continuous improvement. By actively participating in this group-wide sustainability strategy, ANKRO makes a concrete contribution to a future-proof manufacturing industry.
Our experience with recycled plastics is not a vision of the future — it is everyday reality. We supply custom components, prototypes, and series production to customers who consciously choose sustainable materials. In doing so, we guarantee:
• Consistent quality
• Precise machining
• Reliable delivery times
Recycled plastics can be machined excellently using our modern machinery. Whether it concerns turning, milling, or complex 5-axis machining, ANKRO has the right technology and expertise to process these materials efficiently and accurately. This enables us to make no concessions in terms of technical performance, even when choosing sustainable materials.
Sustainability goes beyond the choice of materials; it also concerns the way we work together. We are committed to building sustainable relationships with our customers and partners, based on trust, transparency, and shared ambitions.
Our specialists actively contribute ideas about the use of recycled plastic in a wide range of applications. Whether it concerns technical feasibility, material selection, or processing options, we are happy to advise you so that you can choose a circular solution with confidence.
In collaboration with Openmind, we at ANKRO have recently introduced a new innovation in our HyperMill software. Thanks to this latest integration, ANKRO is now able to deburr plastic products fully automatically using 3- and 5-axis technology. How exactly does this technology work? We are happy to explain.
Salt water heavy loads and constant movement are the ultimate challenges for any bearing on board. Traditional metal bearings often suffer from wear and corrosion in the harsh conditions of the maritime world which can lead to costly downtime.
July 8, 2025, Werkendam, The Netherlands – As of April 2025, ANKRO Kunststof Verspaning has appointed a new branch director. Following a brief interim period, Jaap Vermunt has been officially named to lead the rapidly developing Werkendam facility. With his background as Supply Chain Manager within the BKB Precision Group, he brings valuable expertise, structure, and a clear vision for growth and collaboration.
Please feel free to contact us. You can do so by phone at +31 (0)183 304 872 or by filling out the contact form. We will handle your question as soon as possible.
