M&J Recycling

What M&J Recycling does

M&J Recycling (rebranded in 2026 as 'M&J Superior Recycling Technology') is a Danish manufacturer of industrial solid waste shredders headquartered in Horsens, Denmark, and owned since 2021 by the Finnish family foundation Ahlström Collective Impact. The company designs and produces pre-shredders, fine-shredders, and mobile pre-shredders in both hydraulic and electric eDrive variants, with 14+ active models serving waste management operators, construction and demolition recyclers, RDF/SRF producers, and industrial manufacturers across municipal solid waste, bulky waste, wood, paper, and plastics streams. Its installed base exceeds 1,300 shredders across more than 7 countries, and 270+ units are connected to its myM&J Performance digital monitoring platform.

The underlying technology centers on proprietary electric eDrive drivetrains with the UltraBoost real-time optimization software (4,000 parameter reads per second), the ReCapture regenerative energy system (up to 25% energy recovery), and myM&J Enhanced upgrade kits that retrofit hydraulic machines with auto-stop, auto-program selection, and power boost features. Reported customer outcomes include up to 50% energy reduction, 60% additional processing capacity per day, and 25-30% energy savings, positioning the eDrive line as the central differentiation versus legacy hydraulic competitors. The product roadmap is anchored on expanding the electric and mobile families (P3000e, PreShred 3000 Mobile) and converting the installed base to higher-margin digital services.

M&J operates an enterprise field-sales model combining direct sales through regional offices (Denmark, Germany, USA, Thailand, UK, India, South Korea) with a global network of certified sales and service partners. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales of capital equipment, supplemented by aftermarket parts, service contracts, and recurring digital monitoring subscriptions. Pricing is quote-based against multi-year contracts, and customer relationships are typically long-cycle engagements centered on large waste processing facilities such as Rockwood Sustainable Solutions, Terra (Iceland), EHJ Energi, Resource Denmark, and N15 Technology in Thailand.

Name

M&J Recycling

Legal name

M&J Denmark A/S

Website

https://mjrecycling.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1857

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

M&J Recycling (M&J Superior Recycling Technology) is a Danish manufacturer of industrial waste shredders serving waste management, C&D recycling, and RDF/SRF producers worldwide with electric and hydraulic pre-shredders, fine-shredders, mobile shredders, and digital optimization tools.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Waste Shredding Equipment

NAICS

Waste Treatment and Disposal (5622), Waste Management and Remediation Services (562)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Plastic Recycling Equipment & Technology Providers (Sorting, Washing, Extrusion) (EUAIAKAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Construction & Demolition (C&D) Debris Recycling (IMAIAFAG), Wood Waste Processing & Recycling (Mulch/Biomass) (BPALAJAE)

Keywords

• Industrial waste shredders
• Waste processing equipment
• Recycling machinery
• RDF SRF production
• Construction demolition shredding

Headquarters

HQ city

Horsens

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Industrial Shredder Equipment Sales: M&J generates revenue primarily through the sale of industrial waste shredding equipment, including pre-shredders, fine-shredders, and mobile pre-shredders. The company offers both hydraulic and electric (eDrive) models. Revenue is one-time with equipment sales, supplemented by aftermarket services, spare parts, and digital solutions like myM&J Performance and myM&J Enhanced.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

M&J Recycling designs, manufactures, and sells industrial waste shredders including pre-shredders, fine-shredders, and mobile pre-shredders in both hydraulic and electric (eDrive) configurations for processing municipal solid waste, commercial and industrial waste, construction and demolition waste, and producing RDF/SRF. The company complements its hardware with proprietary digital optimization software (UltraBoost), energy recovery systems (ReCapture), and remote performance monitoring services (myM&J Performance and myM&J Enhanced).

Product overview

M&J Recycling (rebranded as M&J Superior Recycling Technology) is a manufacturer of industrial solid waste shredders with three core product lines: Pre-shredders (P Series hydraulic and e variants, B Series, and M mobile series) for primary size reduction; Fine-shredders (F Series) for secondary precision processing; and Performance software (UltraBoost, ReCapture, myM&J Performance, myM&J Enhanced) for optimization and monitoring. The portfolio includes 14+ shredder models spanning hydraulic and electric drive technologies, stationary and mobile configurations, with associated digital services for remote monitoring and energy optimization. Products serve waste-to-energy, recycling, and RDF/SRF production applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• UltraBoost: Intelligent optimization software built into M&J eDrive pre-shredders, performing 4,000 real-time reads per second to optimize power usage.
• myM&J Performance
• myM&J Enhanced
• ReCapture

Products and services

• M&J P6000 Hydraulic Pre-shredder High-capacity hydraulic pre-shredder for primary size reduction of solid waste materials, designed for large-scale waste processing operations.
• M&J P4000e Electric Pre-shredder Electric pre-shredder with eDrive technology delivering up to 50% energy savings versus hydraulic models and featuring UltraBoost optimization software.
• M&J P4000 Hydraulic Pre-shredder High-capacity hydraulic pre-shredder for primary size reduction of solid waste materials.
• M&J P3000e Electric Pre-shredder Electric pre-shredder with eDrive technology for reduced energy consumption in waste processing operations.
• M&J P3000 Hydraulic Pre-shredder Hydraulic pre-shredder for primary size reduction of various waste streams.
• M&J P2000e Electric Pre-shredder Compact electric pre-shredder for energy-efficient primary size reduction.
• M&J P2000 Hydraulic Pre-shredder Compact hydraulic pre-shredder for primary size reduction of waste materials.
• M&J P1500 Hydraulic Pre-shredder Entry-level hydraulic pre-shredder for smaller-scale waste processing operations.
• M&J B3000e Electric Pre-shredder Electric pre-shredder variant designed for specific waste processing applications.
• M&J F320e Electric Fine-shredder Secondary electric shredder for precision size reduction producing uniform grain size, designed for RDF/SRF production and high-quality recycling applications with low energy consumption.
• M&J F240e Electric Fine-shredder Secondary electric fine-shredder for precision processing of pre-shredded materials.
• M&J F140 Hydraulic Fine-shredder Hydraulic fine-shredder for secondary size reduction achieving precise output specifications.
• M&J M4000 Mobile Pre-shredder Mobile pre-shredder on crawlers providing stationary-grade power with on-site mobility for landfills, transfer stations, composting sites, and recycling plants processing waste at multiple locations.
• M&J M3000 Mobile Pre-shredder Mobile pre-shredder offering flexible on-site shredding capabilities for various waste streams.
• UltraBoost Intelligent Optimization Software Intelligent optimization software built into all M&J eDrive pre-shredders, performing 4,000 real-time parameter reads per second to precisely determine required power, reducing energy consumption and increasing throughput.
• ReCapture Energy Recovery System Energy-saving system for M&J electric dual-shaft pre-shredders that captures energy when shafts reverse and uses it to power the other motor, achieving up to 25% energy savings through regenerative braking-like operation.
• myM&J Performance Remote Monitoring Digital monitoring solution connecting M&J shredders worldwide to provide real-time health data, performance insights, and maintenance alerts, currently connected to 270+ shredders to prevent breakdowns and maximize uptime.
• myM&J Enhanced Upgrade Package Upgrade package for hydraulic pre-shredders adding Auto-stop function for pumps, Auto-program Selection, and Power Boost, delivering up to 25% energy savings and up to 20% increased throughput.
• M&J Recycling Partner Portal App Mobile application for iOS and Android enabling business partners to manage customer assets, access shredder data, and receive service-related notifications.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% energy reduction achieved by Terra with M&J P4000e electric shredder
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, strategic and regional.

• Powers Maszyny Sp. z o.o.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 25 August 2025New sales and service partner for Poland, announced in August 2025. Powers Maszyny represents M&J's expansion of distribution network in Central Europe.
• Ahlström Collective ImpactflagshipOthers · 1 January 2021M&J is part of Ahlström Collective Impact (ACI), a Finnish family foundation focused on forest, fiber, and environmental technology. ACI has partnered with UNICEF Finland to support children's welfare. M&J participates in ACI initiatives including World Children's Day celebrations.
• Thompson MachinerycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThompson Machinery is M&J's sales and service partner for Tennessee, USA. They provide on-site onboarding, training, and ongoing service support for Rockwood Sustainable Solutions and other customers in the region. Thompson's proximity (30 minutes away) enables rapid response and minimal downtime for customers.
• InuatekstrategicTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration partner strengthening digital service offerings. Through close collaboration with Inuatek, M&J Recycling connects more than 270 shredders worldwide via myM&J Performance, providing real-time operational insight.
• O.r.s.i.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian partner that exhibited M&J products at Ecomondo 2025 trade show in Rimini, Italy.
• L'HeureuxregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench distributor that represented M&J at POLLUTEC 2025 expo in Lyon.
• eFACTOR3regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTrusted sales and service partner attending Plastics Recycling Conference 2026 in San Diego with M&J.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Eldan Recycling: Danish manufacturer of machinery for size reduction of waste, including shredders, granulators, and recycling systems. Direct domestic peer with overlapping C&I, cable, and MSW applications.
• Vecoplan: German-based manufacturer of industrial shredders and shredding systems for waste, wood, plastics, and C&D applications. Direct competitor to M&J across pre-shredders, fine-shredders, and similar go-to-market in Europe and North America.
• Shred-Tech: Canadian manufacturer of industrial shredders and shredding systems for solid waste, recycling, and destruction applications. Comparable product platform and serves similar North American waste-to-energy and recycling customers as M&J.
• Untha: Austrian manufacturer of industrial shredders for waste wood, MSW, RDF, and recycling applications. Closely comparable product range to M&J's pre-shredders and fine-shredders, competing in the same European enterprise segment.
• Lindner Recyclingtech: Austrian shredder and recycling systems manufacturer producing pre-shredders, fine-shredders, and turnkey recycling plants for MSW, C&D, and commercial waste. Direct product overlap with M&J's P and F series.
• Forrec: Italian manufacturer of industrial shredders, granulators, and recycling systems for MSW, RDF, plastics, and C&D applications. Competes with M&J on pre-shredding and fine-shredding equipment in Europe and beyond.
• Komptech: Austrian manufacturer of machines and systems for waste and wood processing, including shredders, screens, and separation equipment. Competes with M&J in mobile and stationary waste shredding for composting, biowaste, and C&D.

Broad incumbents

• Metso: Finnish industrial conglomerate and former owner of M&J (2009-2021) with broad portfolio in mining, aggregates, and recycling equipment. Overlaps with M&J through materials handling and recycling machinery but serves many other industries as well.
• Terex: Large global industrial equipment manufacturer with environmental and recycling machinery (Terex Ecotec, Powerscreen) serving C&D, wood, and waste processing. Broader than M&J but competes on shredders, screens, and separators.

Emerging players

• Tomra: Norwegian sensor-based sorting and recycling technology leader increasingly active in waste processing equipment. Adjacent to M&J in MRF and recycling plant workflows, providing complementary sorting rather than direct shredding competition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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