Sustainability and innovation are among our core values!

We are committed to innovative solutions, that
meet the needs of our customers and take into account the well-being of the environment and people in equal measure.

Circular economy and zero emissions

We work according to the principles of the circular economy to reduce resource consumption and create added value. We focus on innovations that improve sustainability from development through purchasing and production to customer use.

THE MOST IMPORTANT ENVIRONMENTAL GOAL IS TO EMIT NET ZERO GREENHOUSE GASES BY 2030 AT THE LATEST.

THE MOST IMPORTANT LEVERS TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL ARE PEOPLE AND INNOVATIONS.

The sustainability benefits

Use of normal industrial water

No chemicals

Targeted use

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Long operating time

Reduced
water consumption

The future is now

CARBON- AND CHEMICAL-FREE WEED CONTROL

WE SUPPORT OUR CUSTOMERS TO WORK CO2-NEUTRAL THEMSELVES.

How chemical-free weed control succeeds

THE heatweed TECHNOLOGY - A LEADER IN SUSTAINABILITY

heatweed has over 35 years of experience in the professional treatment of weeds and invasive plants. With the hot water method, heatweed has been the leader for years. The water is heated to 106 degrees Celsius and reaches the cells of the roots at 98 to 99 degrees Celsius. With these temperatures, heatweed achieves the greatest and most lasting effectiveness. Studies have confirmed this several times.

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THE heatweed TECHNOLOGY - A LEADER IN SUSTAINABILITY

Killing roots requires a systemic effect, the easiest way to achieve this is through heat input. Researchers at Ghent University found that hot water transfers 23 to 27 times more heat energy than hot air or steam. Reason enough to choose the best hot water method from heatweed.

WHAT TEMPERATURE AND WHY?

The systemic effect on the root is achieved with water at exactly 106°C, which still measures about 98°C to 99°C when in contact with the cells of the root. Too low or fluctuating temperature values are not promising. In addition, the heatweed method promises the longest "regrowth time" and convinces with the best results at the lowest total cost per square metre of treated area (compared to other chemical-free methods).

WHAT HAPPENS TO THE SEEDS?

When seeds germinate, they are more sensitive to heat. Some simply die, others are persistent. For example, annual wild weeds or weed species can often be destroyed in the first year by a single heatweed treatment. Perennial plants require some patience - their root system needs more than one treatment. By the way, anything growing next to the plant roots 2-3 mm below the surface will be preserved.

HOW OFTEN DOES THE METHOD NEED TO BE APPLIED?

Research by the University of Copenhagen has shown that treatment with hot water achieves the best result. Even high treatment frequencies have no effect on the life below the surface - roots excluded. Hot water method of heatweed to decide.

The comparison makes you safe

The heatweed method uses the energy of hot water to sustainably control weeds in urban areas while protecting the habitat of other plants. It is more efficient, more ecological and easier than any other method.

FOAM MECHANICAL BURNING HOT AIR HIGH PRESSURE heatweed
Impact on the environment Very high due to palm oil or avocado oil Moderate Moderate High Moderate Low
Surfaces All surfaces No porous or soft surfaces No flammable surfaces No flammable surfaces Often causes damage to surfaces All surfaces
Health & Safety No protective clothing required
Hearing and breathing protection required
Protective clothing against heat required
Protective clothing against heat required
High pressure includes burn hazard to operator. Low efficiency.
No protective clothing required
Noise Low noise
High noise level
Low noise
Low noise
High noise level
Low noise
Applicability Suitable for fine work with hand lance
Not suitable for use on lampposts and obstacles
Less suitable for use on lampposts and obstacles
Less suitable for use on lampposts and obstacles
Low capacity, sprays gravel and sand on other surfaces
Suitable for fine work with hand lance. Can be used all year round.
Environment Targeted weed control without damage to the environment
Unwanted wear of plasters, residues of metal particles and rust stains.
Undesirable damage to adjacent green areas
Undesirable damage to adjacent green areas
Undesirable damage to adjacent plants due to too much water per m².
Targeted weed control without damage to the environment
Energy consumption Low
Higher than heatweed
Much higher than heatweed
Much higher than heatweed
High. Poor water and energy utilization 3-5 l water per m².
Low
Mode of action Kills plants and roots
Mows down foliage, fast regrowth
Damages the foliage. No effects on the roots
Damages the foliage. No effects on the roots
Can kill roots if temperature is right, but results are erratic
Kills plants and roots
Effectiveness High (2 to 4 treatments per year)
Low (5 to 10 treatments per year)
Low (5 to 10 treatments per year)
Low (5 to 10 treatments per year)
Very irregular temperature. Requires more treatments.
High (2 to 4 treatments per year)
Special/Cost High costs for foam agent
Subsequent sweeping is necessary
Cannot be used in extreme dry conditions
Cannot be used in extreme dry conditions
Not a weeding machine. Low capacity, high risk of damage and higher costs.
No resisting weeds. Low maintenance requirements. Longest regrowth period.