360° | The Vogelsang Magazine vogelsang.info Edition 11 | 2023 3 GENERATIONS UNDER ONE ROOF SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY Heinz Deyen and his family at Vogelsang > page 42 WASTEWATER WONDERS What all ends up in wastewater > page 22 PREMIX NEXT LEVEL The new generation of solid matter feeding > page 16

EDITORIAL ear readers, D The end of the year is often a very busy time for us at Vogelsang. We recently returned from Agritechnica in Hannover and the Biogas Convention & Trade Fair in Nuremberg – bringing with us many inspiring con- versations and new impressions. However, these were not the only trade shows we attended in 2023. You will find a brief summary of this year’s trade fair highlights in this issue. Trade shows and other industry events play an important role for us. We remain in close contact with our customers, business partners, political represen- tatives and other stakeholders. What is happening in the industries we work with? What are the pressing concerns? We derive our ideas from this professional exchange and develop new products that meet the expectations of our customers and the needs of their demanding application environments. We put existing technologies to the test and develop them further – always with our customers’ requirements in mind. This repeatedly results in new products that shape these industries. Whether it’s our dribble hose technology for the efficient spreading of liquid manure, the innovative solid-liquid separa- tion concept in separation technology, or the conical rotor-stator geometry of our HiCone progressive cavity pump; the continuous further development of ideas and products is the key to our success. Our employees are a cornerstone of this; they are all experts in their respective fields. Expertise is an important topic that you will encounter again and again in this issue of 360°. We are entering the coming year with con- fidence, strengthened by new branches in Belgium and Norway and a new management team at the top; Detlef Ruhmke and Michael Brinkmann have joined the Vogelsang management team this year. Together, our goal in 2024 is to continue to support our custo- mers with our technology and expertise in their vari- ous fields of activity. That’s what drives us. We are the- refore already working on further innovations for the new year, which we will be launching on the market. Stay tuned. We hope you find the magazine an informative read! Best wishes, Harald Vogelsang 360° | 03

42 Title story: Social sustainability Three generations at Vogelsang Company 34 IN FOCUS: EXPERTISE Interview with Markus Liebich, key account manager for wastewater and biogas 38 VOICES FOR VOGELSANG Winemaker Marco Cescon from San Pietro di Feletto is satisfied with technology from Vogelsang 40 EMPLOYER BRANDING: THE VOGELSANG ACADEMY Christina Schlangen, head of human resources development, about a project that is (still) in its infancy 46 AROUND THE WORLD: NETHERLANDS Vogelsang B.V. has been focusing exclusively on the Dutch market Standards 03 Editorial 04 Contents 47 Imprint 22 Wastewater How XRipper conquers wastewater oddities 360° | 05

o d n o m o c E © TRADE FAIR REVIEW Ecomondo – trade show for material reuse and energy generation November 7–10, 2023, Rimini, Italy Ecomondo is the main international event in Europe and the Medi- terranean for technologies, services and industrial solutions in the green- and circular-economy sectors. It is aimed at representatives from politics, business and industry. The exhibiting companies offer a wide range of environmental services, solutions and technologies in various fields, including water and wastewater management, waste management and biogas. Vogelsang was therefore also repre- sented with its diverse product portfolio: from shredding solutions (such as the RedUnit XRL260, XRipper grinder and RotaCut macer- ator) to liquid-feeding systems for biogas plants (like the PreMix) to solutions for the efficient treatment of liquid manure and digestates (e.g., by separation with the XSplit press screw separator). We also provided information about our pumping technology, such as the revolutionary HiCone progressive cavity pump. Agritechnica – the world’s leading trade show f or agricultural machinery November 10–16, 2023, Hannover, Germany Vogelsang presented innovative new products at Agritechnica for economical and low-emission liquid manure spreading. Trade show highlights included the new BlackBird trailing shoe linkage in a 30-meter working width, the modified SwingMax5 Slide trailing shoe linkage in a 24-meter working width and the SyreN manure stabilization system with a front suction arm, as well as other compo- nents for economical manure management. The machines enable user companies to work even more efficiently, precisely, and in line with their needs. Biogas Convention & Trade Fair – international exhibition and convention for the biogas sector December 10–12, 2023, Nuremberg, Germany At the Biogas Convention & Trade Fair, Vogelsang presented its broad product range for the entire diges- tion line, with high-performance pumping, cutting and disintegration technologies, as well as systems for solid matter feeding. The spotlight was on the new generation of PreMix solid matter feeders. The all-purpose four-in-one liquid feeding system features even better performance and reduced operating costs. Also on display at the booth were the DisRuptor for mechanical disintegration and the XSplit press screw separator for efficient digestate processing, as well as the HiCone progressive cavity pump. Biogas plants can thus be optimized and equipped for the future. We provide further details on the new PreMix IC and PreMix ICC on pages 16-17. G L D / r e n t r ö f P n e w S © We have compiled further details about the new machines on pages 14-15. 360° | 07

MISCELLANEOUS NEWS The advantages of the innovative design of the XSplit separator convinced the Irish in a live demo. Active exchange with interested parties. IN IRELAND Ireland has launched Focus on the benefits Experience innovative separation technology live XSPLIT® ON TOUR V ogelsang the XSplit Separator Demonstration Days to raise awareness of liquid manure and digestate separation in Ireland. In July 2023, operators of biogas plants and agri- cultural businesses, as well as other in- terested parties, had the opportunity to experience the XSplit press screw separator live at two locations. This innovative separation technology was introdu- ced to the Irish market in this way. The aim of the event was to literally show visitors the many advantages of the XSplit. During the live demonstration, interested visitors got information about the optimal treatment of liquid manure and digestates, reliable plug formation and the dry matter content of up to 40 percent. The fact that the separa- tor is also low-maintenance and easy to service im- pressed the guests at the event. A complete success The feedback from those present was very positive. “The event offered a unique platform for exchanging ideas with interested parties and cultivating business relationships. Not only were we able to showcase our products, but we were also able to lay the founda- tion for research into alternative applications for the XSplit,” said Erin Dolan, marketing project manager at Vogelsang Ireland, regarding the event. 360° | 09 360° | 09

MISCELLANEOUS OUR NEWCOMERS Jane Müller, sustainability manager Jane Müller (27) has been the new sustain- ability manager for Vogelsang since May of this year. At Vogelsang, Jane is able to apply much of what she learned in her studies in ecotro- phology and sustainable services and nutrition. She places particular importance on professional communication about sus- tainability, meaning communication that is honest and transparent. “In my studies, I learned and applied various methods of analyzing and evaluating the sustainability performance of a product or service. They help us understand company-specific and product-specific value chains, as well as the potential impact on the environment and people. This allows improvements to be specifically targeted.” A broad field of activity “Sustainability is about much more than just the carbon footprint,” says Jane. In addition to environmental aspects, it also includes regional engagement and hu- man rights, as well as occupational safety and health. This results in a wide range of tasks within Jane’s area of responsibil- ity, with the primary focus being on im- plementing the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which involves sustainability reporting. Addi- tionally, she is part of the Occupational Health Management (BGM). Jane: “It is a matter of sensitizing the entire workforce to this important issue and anchoring it in all aspects of our operations. By doing so, we pave the way for sustainable business.” Jane, we’re glad you’re now part of Vogelsang! Ralf Steiling, marketing manager 360°: Ralf, how did you experience your first months at Vogelsang? From the first day on, I was involved in various projects and had many dif- ferent tasks, and the support from my colleagues made the start easier. But external partners, such as our agencies, also helped get me up to speed and were always ready to answer any questions I had. Of course, the induction phase was also very labor intensive – these are two very different segments, with products that can be used in diverse ways, and they do not just market themselves. What plans do you have for your segments? What are your goals? Our goal is to become even better known in the field of pumps than we are now. In addition, we want to realize more of the potential of the Industry and Trans- portation segments and to grow continu- ously both nationally and internationally. We want to use multimedia communi- cation tools to help us present our prod- ucts even better and intensify our contact with users. What do you enjoy most about working in the marketing team? Planning and helping produce various kinds of publicity, such as PR work, trade show organization, brochures, videos and landing pages – it’s just as rich in variety as it sounds. Having these two different segments to look after makes my range of tasks very diverse. As a result, every working day is different. Working with my colleagues is a lot of fun and often leads to new ideas. We’re glad to have you with us, Ralf! 360° | 11 Ralf Steiling (57) has been the marketing manager for the Industry and Transpor- tation segments since June of this year. Previously, the graduate of business economy (FH) worked in various mar- keting and sales positions at national and international companies.

Detlef Ruhmke COMPANY Michael Brinkmann WELCOME, DETLEF AND MICHAEL! New appointments to the management board Four strong from now on: this year, the Vogelsang management team has expanded to include Detlef Ruhmke and Michael Brinkmann. Together with Harald and Hugo Vogelsang, they will lead the mechanical engineering company into its 95th year since it was founded. Detlef Ruhmke: diverse expertise for the industrial sector Michael Brinkmann: integration of field sales, after-sales service and internal sales operations As David Guidez’s successor, Detlef is responsible for procurement, production and logistics in his position as chief operation officer (COO). He also manages tthe health/safety/environment, industrial engineering and IT/data systems divisions. With Detlef ’s many years of experience, we are expanding our expertise in the industrial sector even further. Before joining Vogelsang, the engineering graduate held senior positions in maintenance, development, purchasing, production and sales in international companies. Most recently, he was responsible for strategy, sales and logistics at a medium-sized sheet metal processing company. As chief sales officer (CSO), Michael is responsible for the strategic development of field sales, after-sales service and internal sales operations. Under his leadership, these three areas will be even more closely interlinked in order to further improve internal com- munication and cooperation between these depart- ments and optimize customer service processes. Before his appointment to the Vogelsang manage- ment board, the qualified mechanical and industrial engineer worked as head of the transport technology segment at Vogelsang. He originally comes from the agricultural machinery sector and has many years of experience in international sales. 360° | 13

PRODUCT NEWS LIGHTER AND TALLER SwingMax5 Slide in a new look Tankers are getting bigger, and their tires cor- respondingly higher. In response to these new conditions, we have modified our proven SwingMax Slide trailing shoe linkage; with the SwingMax5 Slide, we have opted for a compact design and a slim system. This means a reduced width and height, slimmer welded assemblies, and thus a lower deadweight. Large hydraulic cylinders ensure optimized working on slopes. This update now makes it possible to mount the SwingMax5 Slide on vehicles with high tires or high fenders. SwingMax characteristics are retained Two built-in precision distributors from the ExaCut Series ensure constant and even distribution of the liquid manure. The typical SwingMax folding mechanisms have been retained, such as TopSwing, TeleShift the SwingMax5 Slide a high degree of flexibility and have proven themselves in the field. and DoubleFold, which give 360° | 15 360° | 15 EFFICIENT FEEDER LOGISTICS SyreN with a front suction arm S yreN, the system for manure stabilization during field spreading, is now also available with a permanently installed front suction arm. The suction arm folds in and out by means of a hydraulic cylinder. A knife gate valve and ventilation allow a cleanly fed flow of liquid manure without dripping. That makes work even more efficient, especially for contractors and large farms. The front suction arm lets users refill with liquid manure directly on the field. SyreN can also stabilize it by adding sulfuric acid. Acidification before the placement of liquid manure Acidification takes place immediately before the liquid manure is placed on the ground. SyreN enables cuts in ammonia emissions of up to 70 percent while increasing plant-available nitrogen utilization and reducing nuisance odors.

The PreMix universal liquid feeding system enables four steps in one: 1 2 3 4 Separation of heavy material contained in input materials. Mashing of solid input materials with a liquid phase to form a suspension. Maceration of coarse components and fibrous matter, disintegrated into a homogeneous suspension. Conveying the suspension and feeding the digesters. this can be compensated for during operation. The rotor is adjusted axially. The progressive cavity pump is in an as-new condition once again. This ensures a constant capacity with high efficiency. The HiCone can be readjusted quickly and easily, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming part changes. This increases the service life many times over. At the same time, it also significantly reduces the downtime needed to replace worn parts of the solid matter feeding system. The clever adjustment system also allows the HiCone to be individually adapted to the respective operating parameters, such as pressure and tempera- ture, by optimally positioning the rotor and stator in relation to each other. Because the rotor and stator are positioned relative to each other in such a way that there is minimal clamping between the two, a smaller motor is required to start the pump than in conven- tional progressive cavity pumps. This reduces the power requirements as well as the torque when start- ing up the pump to a minimum. Both increase the energy efficiency of the pump. The new-generation PreMix can also be equipped with the Debris Removal System (DRS) and the Debris Lift Unit (DLU) for automatic heavy-lift discharge and disposal. The system works self-suffi- ciently without staff intervention, reliably and continuously – even with challenging substrates. Automation for efficient solid matter feeding The standard built-in responsive ten-inch touch dis- play and the intuitively easy-to-use visualization make it highly convenient to operate. The machine automat- ically regulates itself in the optimum range to ensure efficient solid matter feeding. All of the important parameters and settings can be adjusted from the control room or via remote control. With condition monitoring for the pump and wet cutter, users can also keep an overview of worn parts status at all times and can plan parts replacement in advance. Overall, the new PreMix features lower operating costs, reduced maintenance costs, lower energy consumption and reduced personnel costs. 360° | 17

SECTORS. AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY FROM IDEA TO SERIAL PRODUCTION LOOKING OVER THE SHOULDER OF THE CONSTRUCTION UNIT A real eye-catcher: the BlackBird trailing shoe linkage caused a stir among the professional public in 2019 – not only because of its black hoses but especially because of the beak-like, elongated shape of its spout. This was what gave the latest Vogelsang spreader linkage its name. At the same time, the new geometry of the trailing shoe also heralded a new era of precision in liquid manure spreading. The BlackBird is just one of many examples that demonstrates that Vogelsang reassesses existing tech- nologies, and doesn’t copy, but instead develops new designs – with the customer’s requirements in mind. But what exactly does this look like in practice? We took a closer look at this using the 30-meter BlackBird as an example. Closely interlinked processes in product development With the 30-meter BlackBird, Vogelsang has launched a flexible linkage for contractors that has it all: variable, easy-to-operate folding without overhang beyond the selected working width, a choice of four working widths, and yet compact-enough size for attachment to a large number of commonly used tankers for liquid manure. At Vogelsang, the develop- ment team for spreading and distribution technology is responsible for product development and design in the agricultural technology segment. As head of the department, Markus Kolbeck has been responsible for the segment’s entire product range for over five years. » 360° | 19 At the beginning of the BlackBird there was a sketch by Georg Heuer in 2017.

From the idea to the finished commercial product: step by step To turn a creative product idea into a practical machine or component, it goes through a clearly defined product development process: 1 Idea: The beginning of every innovation. 2 Concept phase: The team analyzes whether the idea can be transformed into a product (feasibility analysis). 3 Design and prototype phase: The tinkering, testing and refining begins; a prototype is created. 4 Pilot series with field tests: The designed machine or component is produced in very small quantities and tested for practical suitability by selected user companies. This shows what works well and where improvements still need to be made. The product launch is then prepared. 5 Finished commercial product: Once the design plans have been adjusted, all the molds and components are finalized. The product goes into full commercial production and marketing. SECTORS. AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY There’s a lot of research behind it: the flow-optimized manure outlet of the BlackBird. One example of this is the flexible folding with- out overhang beyond the selected working width. This is made possible by the special folding concept of the booms. It is based on a 3-meter fold on the outside and a 1.5-meter fold on the inside. In combination with the telescopic slide, all standard working widths of 21, 24, 27 and 30 meters can be set easily and flexibly. Clearing stumbling blocks out of the way Decisive: customer feedback after field trials In the product development process, even the most ingenious design experts at Vogelsang come up against stumbling blocks time and again – as was the case with the big new BlackBird. Kolbeck said, “The biggest design hurdle was to accommodate the newly developed telescopic slide in the very narrow boom. We solved this by routing the liquid manure centrally through the slide element to the distributor heads.” Another challenge in the development and de- sign phase of the new 30-meter BlackBird was to de- velop durable load-bearing structures while adhering to the target weight specifications and compact design. The team also had to keep an eye on production costs. Thanks to complex FEM calculations and the topology optimization of all load-bearing structures, Kolbeck and his team overcame that stumbling block too – and incorporated further technical refinements. However, the ultimate resilience of the machine’s design can only be seen in the field. This is why this phase of the development process is so important at Vogelsang. “Even though we use the latest simulation techniques during the development phase, extensive testing at the customer’s premises is required to put the machine through its paces and gather customer feedback,” said Kolbeck. He continued: “Our aim is to develop a market-ready, customer-oriented machine or component that fully meets the expectations of our customers and the needs of their demanding application environments. Seeing the new develop- ments in the spotlight for the first time on big stages like Agritechnica always impresses me.” We, of course, can’t reveal here the current pro- jects on the development team’s table. Stay tuned. 360° | 21

SECTORS. WASTEWATER Toy cars, dentures, sunglasses and brassieres – employees of wastewater companies sometimes rub their eyes when they get to the bottom of the cause of a blockage. Due to heavy rainfall or toilet flushing, today we present a few bizarre finds from the world of wastewater systems – smiles guaranteed. Golden Museum-like During cleaning operations at a Scottish sewage treat- ment plant, an employee discovered a goldfish that was believed to have been flushed down the toilet. The fish, nicknamed Pooh, lived at the plant for several more years. Sharp At a correctional facility in Georgia (USA), the previous shredder regularly failed due to blockages. A closer look revealed that razor blades were clogging the cutting rollers. Stable One of the most curious finds at a sewage treatment plant in Langen, Germany, was the leg of a manne- quin – it’s hard to imagine how that got into the waste- water! Metallic At the Witten pumping station in northern Germany, a large piece of sheet metal was flushed into the shred- der, which stopped with a bang. It could not shred the metal sheet, but there was no damage to the shredder either. One of the oddest things the pumping station has seen was an entire fire door in the channel. It’s crazy what ends up getting collected in wastewa- ter: dental bridges, bicycles and even gold nuggets. At the sewage treatment plant in Mühlhausen, the team runs a kind of wastewater museum. The found objects range from driver’s licenses and shoes to carpets and tree trunks. Such curiosities can be found in sewage museums around the world, like the one at Camburg Castle in Germany. There, they even have an official wastewater association museum, where visitors can marvel at curious finds from the Camburg wastewater network. Problematic Whether razor blades, shoes, or entire fire doors, these curious found objects all have three things in common: they clog the sewage system, cause block- ages in the pumping stations, and thus result in a high expenditure of time and money. What is required here are robust solutions that reliably reduce stubborn dis- ruptive matter. Thus, most of the above-mentioned problem cases were able to be solved with the aid of Vogelsang waste- » water grinders. 360° | 23

SECTORS. WASTEWATER SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT IN OSAN, SOUTH KOREA Background: The environmental agency in Osan, South Korea, operates the local sewage treatment plant and monitors the sewer system. The municipal wastewater generated by a local settlement is collected in a tank and pumped to a basin situat- ed higher up. From there, it then flows to the sewage treatment plant by the force of gravity. To achieve this, three submersible pumps are installed in the pumping station. Together they achieve a delivery rate of 200 cubic meters per hour. Challenge: In order to prevent interrup- tions in operation and malfunctions in the pumping station as a result of block- ages and coarse matter such as textiles, wood and plastic, twin-shaft grinders produced by a Korean manufacturer were installed. However, these worked unre- liably, so the Osan Environment Agency looked solution that could be used in the narrow shaft. for an alternative Solution: The operators opted for the XRipper XRP twin-shaft grinder. This XRipper has a compact design and is therefore also suitable for installation in narrow shafts. It was inserted into a six-meter-deep shaft. The advantages at a glance: • Compared to its predecessor, the XRipper handles higher wastewater quantities reliably and runs more quietly. • The shredding tools (Ripper rotors) in the interior of the grinder are made of a single block of special steel. The mono- lithic design means that torque is trans- mitted evenly along the entire length of the shaft to the rotors. This makes high- er loads and more powerful shredding possible. • The grinder reduces even stubborn impurities such as wet wipes and other hygiene items to an unproblem- atic size. This protects the wastewater pump and prevents downtime due to blockages and interruptions for main- tenance work. • The QuickService design allows direct and quick access to the functional unit. This involves lifting the drive unit together with the Ripper rotors up and out of the housing. When changing parts, only a few individual parts need to be replaced. • The plant’s own staff can perform all the work on-site. At the same time, the XRipper is always ready for operation and does not incur additional costs due to long downtimes. In another pumping station, one with an open sewer, another preexisting unit was replaced by the XRC version of the Vogelsang XRipper, which is specially designed for such applications. NIGG SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT IN ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND Background: Kelda Water Services Grampian (KWS Grampian) has a 28-year contract to design, build, operate and maintain several sewage treatment plants in northeast Scotland. One of these, the Nigg sewage treatment plant in Aberdeen, treats the wastewater of around 250,000 people. ing costs were too high – not something the operators could tolerate long-term. Maintenance of the grinder proved to be difficult; in-house technical teams were unable to carry it out. As a result, the grinder often had to be overhauled out- side the plant, which was time-consum- ing and costly. Challenge: Some years ago, KWS Grampian installed a twin-shaft grinder in the intake of the sewage treatment plant at its Nigg site to protect the down- stream pumping equipment and increase the efficiency of the screen. The company was satisfied with the performance of the grinder per se, but the ongoing operat- Solution: Since several Vogelsang rotary lobe pumps were already in use on-site, the company was already familiar with Vogelsang’s QuickService concept. Therefore, this customer finally decided to replace its existing systems with the Vogelsang XRipper XRC186-520QD SIK. The advantages at a glance: • Due to their design, the Ripper rotors of the grinder can be replaced in a few minutes. • With its sturdy design and powerful drive at low speed, the unit has high- er torque, providing better shredding performance at a lower rate of power consumption. • After just 12 months, the company was able to reduce maintenance costs by 60 percent – with maximum avail- ability. 360° | 25

SECTORS. BIOGAS Quadrupled service life thanks to HiCone as a supply pump. Different operating parameters, individual adaptation Different operating parameters such as pressure, temperature, or viscosity also change the demands on the pump. The settings must be adjusted to ensure optimum operation. But that is not pos- sible with conventional progressive cavi- ty pumps. The smart adjustment system of the HiCone ensures that the rotor and stator can always be optimally positioned in relation to each other. If the conveying elements are optimally attuned to the operating conditions, the contact pres- sure between the two parts is reduced, thus also minimizing wear and power consumption. Thanks to the conical shape and the option of readjusting the pumping elements, user companies benefit overall from durable, highly efficient pump tech- nology and reduced costs for spare parts and part changes. In addition, the HiCone runs more quietly and evenly than conventional progressive cavity pumps – its capacity is stable. With conventional pumps, this fluctuates as wear progresses. However, a consistent pumping capacity is a deci- sive factor in ensuring that the liquid feeding system works with high output and therefore efficiently. In this way, it produces a very well-prepared, homoge- neous suspension and feeds it into the sys- tem. “We are well positioned with the use of the HiCone. It pumps without fluctua- tions, which is to say, more smoothly and evenly than is the case with conventional pumps of this type,” said Uwe Ringen, adding, “Thanks to the modernization of our system, we can react flexibly to new requirements.” HiCone automatic control: adjustment during operation The farmers were so impressed by the performance of the HiCone that they also use the progressive cavity pump on the external heat exchanger. Depend- ing on the weather, it runs for up to six hours a day to keep the temperature in the digester constant at 53 degrees Celsius. The HiCone automatic system allows Drewes and Ringen to make adjust- ments during operation. In addition, the smart automatic start-up system ensures a low starting torque when starting the pump, so less energy is required. The decisive advantage for users lies in the fact that the power required to start the pump usually determines the size of the drive motor used. As a result, it also defines how power electronics and safety elements are dimensioned. With the HiCone automatic system, all of this can be designed on a smaller scale, thus significantly reducing costs. In Uwe Ringen’s words: “We need- ed technology that was durable and could be flexibly adapted to our operating parameters. With the HiCone, we have a highly efficient solution that we can adjust and readjust to suit our requirements.” The Harm Drewes biogas plant at a glance • Location: Breddorf, northern Germany • Commissioned: 2006 • Input quantity per day: around 75 tons • Input materials: mix of residual materials such as liquid manure, dung, solid matter separated from liquid manure and renewable raw materials • Electrical output: 1 megawatt, flexibilized to 2.6 megawatts • Main electricity production through CHP based on gas engines • Use of waste heat: for pig farming and for drying items such as firewood 360° | 27 360° | 27 360° | 27

SECTORS. INDUSTRY PDW Prignitzer Düngemittelwerk GmbH in Perleberg Prignitzer Düngemittelwerk produces fertilizers from organic liquid biowaste. The medium to be pumped consists of water, oil, mucilage and sulfuric acid mix- ture concentrations, and it must be pumped from the company’s own truck to the storage tank and to the production plant. The required pressure is approx. 1.5 bar in circulation mode and a maximum of 3 bar in transfer mode. To this end, the company relies on not one but two pumps from the VX series, the VX136-140Q and the VX136-210Q in stainless steel. DEMANDING PUMPING THE VX SERIES IN USE d n a y e W k r i D © Transport processes made easy: the VX series explained in brief • The rotary lobe pumps of the VX series can even pump mediums with varying viscosities trouble free – even over longer distances with an incline. • They can pump highly viscous or aggressive mediums of all kinds and can also pump fluids with coarse solid matter without any clogging. This makes them versatile in use. • The pumps are self-priming and resistant to dry running and foreign matter. This reduces wear, increases system availability and enables a trouble-free pumping process. • The QuickService concept makes it easy to maintain the pumps on-site. Maintenance work can be carried out independently by in-house personnel without disassembly, thereby minimizing the downtime. • Due to their compact design, the pumps are space saving and can be integrated into any system. 360° | 29

SECTORS. TRANSPORTATION ON TRACK FOR CLEANLINESS LUXEMBOURG RAILROAD COMPANY RELIES ON VOGELSANG TECHNOLOGY Luxembourg’s rail network covers about 630 kilometers and includes a total of 68 sta- tions and stops. With a fleet of 38 loco- motives and 63 electric railcars, the CFL (Luxembourg Railroad Company) – trans- ports several million passengers every year. After a COVID-19-related decline in passenger numbers, the railroad company broke through the 25-million mark again in 2023. The hub of rail traffic is Luxembourg Central Station, in the middle of a star-shaped rail network. In order to maintain the efficiency of the tightly timed rail traffic, the largest rail depot in the country is also ocated there. Wanted: a safe and efficient solution for water supply and disposal services Almost all of the rail depot sidings around the main station have a fresh water supply. Nearly all of the intermediate tracks can be driven on and are used by mobile battery-powered vehicles with suction technology for wastewater disposal and the supply of fresh water. Unfortunately, there are often therefore delays. CFL was thus looking for a reliable solution that would take the strain off the battery-powered vehicles and ensure trouble-free supply and disposal operations at the rail depot. technical problems and Company: CFL (Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer Luxembourgeois), Luxembourg Workforce: > 5,000 Services: • Passenger and freight transport services in cross-border rail transport • Maintenance, modernization and expan- sion of the Luxembourg rail network • Maintenance of vehicles with repair, interior and exterior cleaning and emptying and filling of onboard toilets • Service provider for tailored transport and logistics solutions • Services in the areas of car sharing, tourism and real estate Vogelsang technology in use: TUnit MP and VacUnit 360° | 31 360° | 31

Mike Threis, head of cleaning and emptying services for rail vehicles at CFL, said, “At the depot, we take care of cleaning the inside and outside of the trains, emptying and filling the onboard toilets and supplying fresh water. The technology required for this must be able to reliably supply the majority of our vehicle fleet within the shortest possible time. This includes emptying the onboard toilet tanks and filling the passenger carriages with fresh water. We rely on smooth-running cleaning systems to ensure that the vehicles are available to our customers again quickly, because the time window is limited.” CFL now relies on 40 TUnits from Vogelsang to ensure quick and reliable wastewater disposal and freshwater supply. The wastewater then flows through the central vacuum pump station, called the VacUnit, into the sewer system. Since December 2022, CFL has been using the systems daily for short-term supply to the trains. At the end of 2023, Mike Threis and his team commissioned additional systems in front of and inside the cleaning building, giving them even more options. The TUnit MP: hygiene made easy The compact TUnit MP is an integrated water supply and disposal station for the hygienic emptying of onboard toilet tanks and the supply of fresh water. The particularly narrow base of the station accom- modates all the connections, fittings and controls required for supply and disposal. The multistation version (MP) is designed as a satellite unit and is used in conjunction with the VacUnit. “The intuitive display not only saves us time but also prevents incorrect use.” Mike Threis, head of cleaning and emptying services for rail vehicles at CFL With the TUnit, wastewater disposal and fresh- water supply for Luxembourg’s trains are now partic- ularly service-friendly, safe and hygienic; the TUnit’s hose carrier system on the T-shaped mast is equipped with an automatic hose return option. This means the hoses can be pulled out easily and with minimal wear in all directions, and it also allows particularly ergonomic handling. The large working radius of up to 7.5 meters Left: CFL has 40 TUnits in operation. SECTORS. TRANSPORTATION enables uncomplicated filling and disposal, with- out hoses on the service siding that could jeopardize operational safety. The patented EasyConnect cou- plings also ensure easy and drip-free locking on the tank nozzle of the railcar. This prevents contamination of the service personnel’s clothing and working envi- ronment. The prefabricated foundation brackets with inte- grated supply and disposal connections were installed directly in the ground, simplifying and speeding up the installation of the TUnits. These could then be fitted and connected directly. Further planning already underway Mike Threis and his team were able to significantly extend the usage time of the toilets by, among other things, additional flushing of the wastewater tank, increasing the suction volume, and thereby remov- ing all waste residues more thoroughly so they can be used by travelers for longer and, above all, more reliably. Mike Threis said, “The collaboration with Vogelsang has been flawless so far. We also want to set up more TUnits on new track sections in the depot in the future. In the medium term, we are also planning a workshop for a new vehicle series with Vogelsang systems at the Rodange site.” In brief: the TUnit MP • Two in one: wastewater disposal and fresh water supply in one service station • Compact system for use even in confined spaces • Simple, convenient and safe handling thanks to automatic hose retraction • Design that is ergonomic and easy to maintain • Hygienic flushing to prevent stagnation • Water stop to limit water consumption • Heated version suitable for outdoor use 360° | 33

COMPANY. IN FOCUS W ith inventions such as the rotary lobe pump with for liquid manure spreading, Vogelsang sets new elastomer-coated pistons or the precision distributor standards in the marketplace. As a technology pioneer and industry expert, the machinery manufacturer is also valued by the specialist community for its expertise. Behind this expertise are employees who, as specialists in their respective fields, have extensive technical knowledge. We wanted to find out more and met with one of them, Markus Liebich, key account manager for wastewater and biogas. As an experienced sales specialist in both segments, he embodies the expertise at Vogelsang and brings that to his interactions with others, both in-house and externally. » 360° | 35

360°: And how do you respond to that? Markus Liebich: With complex systems especially, everything has to mesh together. Even supposedly small areas of friction can have a significant impact on power consumption and performance levels, for example. This is where the expert comes into play again. He not only sees the product but also the en- vironment in which it is embedded. Everything has to be coordinated. Problems are often due to the overall system. 360°: In what way? Do you have an example of this? Markus Liebich: I was called to a biogas plant with the information that the pump used between the di- gester and the liquid feeding system had a high lev- el of wear. Parts had to be changed all the time. This required a great deal of time and expense. The cause was quickly found on-site. The pump had to convey highly viscous recirculate over long distances from the digester to the liquid feeding system while with- standing high pressures. So wear was programmed in “The proximity to our customers inspires us.” Markus Liebich Key account manager for wastewater and biogas UNTERNEHMEN. AUSBLICK COMPANY. IN FOCUS from the start. In this case, we installed the HiCone progressive cavity pump, a pump that can be adjusted to the individual operating parameters of the system and can be easily readjusted when the rotor and stator start to show signs of wear. As a result, the costs for replacing spare parts have reduced significantly and the service life of the pump has increased while main- taining the same high level of efficiency. 360°: With the HiCone and the conical rotor-stator geometry, Vogelsang has once again lived up to its reputation as a technology pioneer and expert, especially in the pump sector. Where do the ideas for new products come from? Markus Liebich: The proximity to our custom- ers and the latest technical developments and pos- sibilities inspires us. We are therefore also currently working on further developing the intelligence of our products and achieving a high degree of auto- mation. We have already reached this stage with the PreMix IC/ICC liquid feeding system. For example, we measure the load on the RotaCut and dynamical- ly adjust the cutting performance accordingly. This decreases the current consumption of the cutter and the wear on the cutting rotors. This feature is also the result of the close integra- tion of technology and sales, the core of our expertise. Many thanks for the interview! Sharing expert knowledge: pump specialist Markus Liebich in a webinar. 360° | 37

VOICES FOR VOGELSANG. MARCO CESCON As part of our testimonial campaign, we introduce yet another satisfied Vogelsang customer. This time, our customer’s voice comes from San Pietro di Feletto in Italy. “ I CHOSE VOGELSANG because the wine pump does not damage our product in any way.” Marco Cescon, owner of Mani Sagge The VX136 wine pump is very user-friendly. Mani Sagge is a family business in the hills of Valdobbiadene in northern Italy that has been running for over 100 years. We own a total of 18 hectares of land, where we carry out the entire transfor- mation from grape to wine – including on-farm tasting of the finished product. Throughout the year, we produce 300,000 bottles, 200,000 under our own brand and 100,000 for other companies. We chose Vogelsang because we see the company as the best technology partner for our specific produc- tion processes. We use Vogelsang’s VX pump in various stages of winemaking, especially when pumping the wine during the fermentation process. During the first fermentation, the wine must be pumped several times into twenty tanks. The production of the sparkling wine is another essential phase. Since bottling is done with external partners, tankers transport all the wine. This is where the mobile pump comes into play, which we also use to optimize the work in the wine cellar. The pump has a maximum capacity of 500 hectoliters per hour. It also has a control panel and is very user-friendly, as we can easily control it through an app. Operation was easy from the first use. In this way, we minimize errors that could end up harming the wine. The control technology enables the pump to exchange data on pressures, flow rates and duty cycles. This simplifies the daily handling of the machine in the cellar, facilitates the work of our winemakers and helps us keep track of all operations. Thanks to this technology, we have simplified our processes and at the same time work with even higher quality. 360° | 39 360° | 39

COMPANY. EMPLOYER BRANDING STEP-BY-STEP TOWARD THE ACADEMY We spoke with Christina Schlangen, head of human resources development, about the future plans for Vogelsang Academy. 360°: Christina, when will the Vogelsang Academy project really get going, so to speak? 360°: How are the training courses currently run? Christina Schlangen: We don’t have a specific launch date yet. The plan is for us to basically have the Academy established in two to three years. At the moment, we are starting with small building blocks, moving forward with everything step-by-step, and gradually putting our vision of the Academy into prac- tice. It is fantastic that we are getting such great sup- port from management in this process. So our dreams of the future may soon become reality. 360°: What does “small building blocks” mean? You mean there are already offerings? C. S.: Yes, we already offer a few standard training courses, such as basic training courses for manage- ment positions where an external instructor comes to Vogelsang or training courses on the basics of project management. In addition, it has already been possible to participate in German and English courses and, for Vogelsang Germany, also Microsoft Excel courses since this fall. Stephan Schnippenkötter also assists in the onboarding process for new employees coming to Germany and conducts sales training. We have already received some positive feedback on our offerings so far. C. S.: At this stage, the basic training courses last two days. Participants are released from work to do them. The other (online) courses take place in the afternoon and can therefore be integrated easily into the work- ing day. Our goal is to become even more versatile and offer more training online. 360°: Which employees is the Academy aimed at? C. S.: At everyone in all areas and positions, abso- lutely. Every member of a team should be able to get training and develop further – from those just starting out in their careers,to the “old hands.” 360°: Who are the trainers and instructors? C. S.: In the Products area, this role is performed by colleagues. The “on-top” training, such as basic train- ing and Microsoft Excel, is conducted by external instructors. Our long-term goal is to build up a pool of trainers for some areas, consisting of interested Vogelsang employees. Thank you so much, Christina! We’re excited to see what happens next. Stay tuned. Due to her parental leave, Christina will delegate the implementation of the plans for the Academy to Stephan Schnippenkötter starting from January 2024. Stephan is already an internal lecturer at Vogelsang Academy. 360° | 41

COMPANY. SUSTAINABILITY As a family-owned company, Vogelsang attaches great importance to social sustainability. We support and promote numerous social and community projects and also provide a high level of stability for our workforce through our economi- cally sustainable actions. In this issue, we take a closer look at the social aspect of sustainability. What does that mean exactly and how does Vogelsang put social sustainability into action? An excellent example: Heinz Deyen. Born in 1951, the trained fitter and machinery technician joined Vogelsang at the age of 25 – and stayed. Today, his daughter Heike Borchers, son-in-law Matthias and grand- son Ben are also part of the Vogelsang family – three generations under one roof. We took a closer look at this phenomenon using the Deyen/Borchers family as an example and will be presenting them in this issue of 360° and also the next. 3 GENERATIONS UNDER ONE ROOF 360°: Heinz, you have been working at Vogelsang since 1977. How did you get started with the company? Heinz Deyen: The oil crisis and the precarious eco- nomic situation Germany found itself in during the 1970s did not make it easy for me to start my career. When I joined Vogelsang in 1977, the company was in a very active phase. In 1970, a few years before I started at Vogelsang, Helmut Vogelsang, father of our current managing directors Harald and Hugo, had in- vented and patented the rotary lobe pump with elasto- mer-coated rotary lobes. Fitters and machinery tech- nicians like me were needed, and I got the job. At that time, I was one of 28 employees. 360°: How did you experience the further development of Vogelsang? Heinz Deyen: Initially, Vogelsang was still known as a manufacturer of agricultural barrel trailers and wooden barrels. Hard to believe, but we used to heat the buidling with the wood left over from the con- struction of the wooden barrels. With its new pump technology, Vogelsang had repositioned itself as a company, from woodworking to metalworking. The workforce was faced with many new tasks. It was a challenge and at the same time an opportunity to expand skills, learn new things, and thus develop further. 360°: Is there a story that has stuck in your mind from that time? Heinz Deyen: Oh, there are a few. For example, about the supply of parts. There was a flagpole on Essener Strasse at that time. If it was vertical, we knew that goods for Vogelsang were stored there and we had to pick them up. Horizontal meant no goods for Vogelsang. The insulation of the factory spaces and buildings was a whole story in itself. In winter, morn- ings were sometimes minus four degrees. The pumps had to thaw out before we could do anything. In sum- mer, on the other hand, we had all doors open to air the place. 360° | 43

COMPANY. SUSTAINABILITY “The company is like a child that I support in its development.” Heinz Deyen Agriculture technology distribution at Vogelsang 360°: From today’s perspective, this is hardly imaginable. How was the rotary lobe pump received on the market? 360°: Is that one of the reasons why you can still be found on the Vogelsang shop floor at the age of 72? Heinz Deyen: The rotary lobe pump experienced high demand, as it could be used as a self-priming pump in the agricultural sector, which was a first. We sold around 30 pumps a year. This was a great feat and a huge success by the standards of the time. Produc- tion picked up speed, and the number of employees grew. It was a very dynamic time, which I myself found absolutely enriching. I was able to help shape things, try out different things. And if the working day did not provide enough time, work continued in the evening to advance the company. 360°: With such a heavy workload, didn’t people fall by the wayside? Heinz Deyen: No, quite the opposite. The manage- ment has always had an open ear for concerns of any kind. Problems were always solved in dialogue; reason- able solutions were found together. That is Vogelsang, even today. For me, that is social sustainability. 360°: Social sustainability also in the sense of personal development? Heinz Deyen: Yes! Vogelsang has always supported me and fostered my development. In 1984, four years after the invention of the dribble bar linkage, I took over production management and was responsible for 40 colleagues. We tinkered with new products, filed patents, and were never satisfied with the status quo. New challenges arose, such as becoming active on the international stage. All of this has contributed to both my professional and personal development. Heinz Deyen: The company is like a child that I am allowed to guide and support as it grows up and de- velops. For me, that too is sustainability, combined with a stable business model based on innovation and technology leadership. Car manufacturers produce cars. Vogelsang produces new ideas that the market is looking for. That’s what makes the difference for me. As long as I don’t run out of ideas, I’ll stay and continue to be found on the Vogelsang shop floor. 360°: Your daughter Heike also walked through these factory halls as a little girl. Today she works in spare parts sales. Does this mean things have come full circle for you, Heinz? Heinz Deyen: I think it’s great to know my daughter is with such a reliable, family-oriented employer. Heike grew up with the Vogelsang company and was already present at sales meetings as a small child. In some cases, the pumps I was tinkering with were stored in her nursery. It fills me with pride to see today that my daughter now sells the spare parts for the pumps I helped design and build. My grandson Ben is now also at Vogelsang and is completing his training as an industrial clerk here. So the wheel has come full circle for me, yes! Many thanks for the interview! In the next issue of 360°, we will introduce the second and third generations of the Deyen/Borchers family at Vogelsang with Heike Borchers, her husband Matthias and her son Ben. 360° | 45

AROUND THE WORLD. THE NETHERLANDS 360°: What is the focus in your dealings with customers? Geerten ten Katen: We want to provide services of all kinds to relieve some of the pressure on the market arising from the difficulty of finding qualified per- sonnel. In addition, customers are constantly looking for new ways to improve their businesses and simpli- fy processes. Another priority is specializing in larger and more challenging projects that have historically been off our radar or considered out of reach. 360°: What are your goals for the Dutch subsidiary? Geerten ten Katen: Following the installation of solar panels in 2023, we will abandon the use of natural gas as an energy source in 2024, and we will switch to electric cars and service vehicles. We also plan to digitalize and redesign our work environ- ment. This will make us more appealing to the next generation of employees. It will also make it easier for us to invite customers to meetings and product demonstrations. Another goal is to constantly in- crease our store of knowledge and experience in order to develop and grow. 360°: What is your vision for the development of the subsidiary in the Dutch marketplace? Geerten ten Katen: We are constantly changing and adapting to the market in order to make us at- tractive both to customers and to future employees. Our vision is for a strong market presence founded on excellence. Vogelsang will be the brand of choice in industry, agriculture and other markets. Many thanks for the interview! DORDRECHT Vogelsang B.V. in figures • Name: Vogelsang B.V. • Location: Dordrecht, Niederlande • Website: https://www.vogelsang.info/nl-nl/ • Year of founding: 2016 • Number of employees: >15 • Operating sectors: agriculture (50%), industry (37%), transport (7%) and others (6%) • Customers: around 1,300 across all segments As managing director of Vogelsang B.V., Geerten ten Katen (48) shapes the corporate development of the Dutch subsidiary, with a focus on the cus- tomer and fresh ideas. His professional background is in the field of pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical engineering. Before joining Vogelsang B.V., he worked as an interim general manager in the automation department of a manufacturer of industrial valves. IMPRINT Editor: Vogelsang GmbH & Co. KG Holthöge 10 – 14 | 49632 Essen (Oldenburg) | Germany Phone: +49 5434 83-0 | Fax: +49 5434 83-10 germany@vogelsang.info | vogelsang.info Managing directors: Harald Vogelsang, Hugo Vogelsang, Michael Brinkmann, Detlef Ruhmke Editor in chief: Marketing Vogelsang Concept and text: VOCATO public relations GmbH, www.vocato.com Layout: Frese & Wolff GmbH, www.frese-wolff.de Circulation: 1,300 copies Publishing: biannual All information and contributions are selected to the best of our knowledge, however without guarantee. We always welcome suggestions, wishes and contributions. The articles do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the publisher. All rights are reserved. Copying or electronic distribution with the publisher’s written permission only. THINK RED 02.2023 | 47