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Unlock Your Remanufacturing Potential
According to the latest Circular Economy Outlook report for Sweden, repair and remanufacturing are among the most profitable circular strategies. Yet, despite their potential, remanufacturing remains one of the least adopted circular business models in the market.
Business Potential in Remanufacturing
European studies highlight that remanufacturing intensity remains alarmingly low across several industries—only about 1% in the automotive sector. With growing competition for critical raw materials for emerging technologies in digitalisation and electrification, remanufacturing will become both more profitable and essential. Strategic remanufacturing fosters resilient value chains and prepares businesses for upcoming EU regulations on sustainable products.
Expert-Led Remanufacturing Analysis
RISE offers tailored remanufacturing analyses that identify your business’s unique remanufacturing potential. Using research-backed methods and expert insight, we analyse your business logic, product portfolio and operational processes to maximize your remanufacturing opportunities.
Comprehensive Remanufacturing Support
RISE provides customised business support focused on implementing remanufacturing strategies, including:
- Analysing current remanufacturing opportunities within your organisation and market
- Identifying optimal products, processes, and workflows for profitable remanufacturing
- Providing in-depth technical advice and sustainability calculations, supported by our experts
- Offering process guidance during the implementation of remanufacturing operations
Contact us today to uncover your remanufacturing potential and take the next step toward a more circular and profitable business model.
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FAQ
FAQ
What is Remanufacturing?
Remanufacturing is a process where a used product is disassembled and its components are restored to the same or higher performance level than a new product. In some cases, the product is reassembled in its original form, but remanufactured components can also be used in other products.
How does remanufacturing differ from repair and renovation?
Remanufacturing is a more comprehensive and systematic process than repair and renovation. In remanufacturing, the product is completely disassembled and all components are inspected and replaced if necessary. Repairs typically involve smaller interventions to address specific issues, while remanufacturing restores the product's or component's functionality.
What’s the difference between remanufacturing and recycling?
Remanufacturing involves restoring a used product to the same or higher standard than the original, while recycling means breaking the product down and reusing the material to create new products. Remanufacturing preserves more of the original product’s value and performance.
What are the benefits of remanufacturing?
Remanufacturing can reduce material waste, lower costs for new raw materials, cut down on CO2 emissions and create a more sustainable supply chain. It also allows the reuse of existing equipment parts rather than purchasing new ones, reducing dependence on rare materials.
Can all products be remanufactured?
Not all products are suitable for remanufacturing. For a product to be remanufactured, its components need to be durable and there must be an efficient process to restore them to a high standard. Products oe components with a long lifespan and technical specifications that can be restored are typically the best candidates.
What is needed to implement remanufacturing in my business?
Successfully implementing remanufacturing requires a detailed understanding of the product's lifecycle, access to the right resources, and a well-thought-out process. RISE provides tailored solutions to help businesses map out remanufacturing opportunities, identify the best products to remanufacture, and implement the necessary processes.
What role does the EU play in promoting remanufacturing?
The EU has implemented regulations and initiatives to promote a circular economy, including support for remanufacturing and sustainable production methods. Through legislation on sustainable products and requirements for increased reuse and recycling, more businesses are expected to transition to circular business models, where remanufacturing plays a key role.
