The right process for each type of waste
We compare treatment options with a technical perspective, without dismissing alternatives: each technology has its place.
Being implemented Facilities and equipment are being implemented; operations are scheduled to begin in 2026.
Green microwave sterilization
Disinfects infectious waste without combustion: no gases or liquid effluents, in a single unit.
The MDU-3 system integrates shredding, microwaves at 2,450 MHz and steam at ≥ 95 °C in a single unit. It replaces combustion with electromagnetic energy — no combustion gases, no liquid effluents. The waste comes out inert, decontaminated and unrecognizable.
For anatomical and pharmaceutical waste
Complete destruction of pathological and pharmaceutical waste at high temperature.
Two chambers in series ensure complete combustion: the primary breaks down the waste and the hotter secondary eliminates the gases with more than 2 seconds of residence time and a triple emissions filtering system. Italian-made Baltur burners and less than 5 % ash.
Reduction and irreversible destruction
Reduces volume and irreversibly destroys products and brand.
Industrial dual-shaft shredder with tangential feed. Irreversibly destroys electronics, rejects and branded products, and integrates the flow toward incineration. Automatic operation via PLC, with CE and ISO 9001 certification.
Microwave vs. incineration
For infectious waste, microwave is more efficient. For anatomical and pharmaceutical waste, incineration is indispensable. We operate both: each waste receives the technically appropriate treatment.
| Criterio | Microondas MDU-3 | Incineración |
|---|---|---|
| Proceso | Eléctrico, sin combustión | Combustión a alta temperatura |
| Consumo | 115 kW eléctrico | Combustible continuo |
| Efluentes | Sin efluentes líquidos | Con sistema de control de gases |
| Inactivación | ≥ 99,99 % (6 log₁₀) | Destrucción térmica total |
| Ciclo | ≥ 45 min, automatizado | Variable |
| Mejor para | Infecciosos y biológicos | Anatómicos y farmacéuticos |
Regulatory framework
Each treatment is carried out in accordance with Panamanian regulations and international guidelines, with records and a digital dossier per batch.
Parameters for treating hospital and hazardous waste; disinfection validated to STAATT Level III.
View regulationRequirements for waste incineration, with dual chamber and emissions control.
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