Sorting systems for aluminum
Aluminum is a continuously recyclable material, requiring only 5 percent of the energy used to produce primary aluminum. As industries focus on sustainable manufacturing and CO2 emissions, the global demand for recycled aluminum continues to surge. European automotive and construction sectors lead the way, with recycling rates above 90 percent.
TOMRA is a global leader in aluminum recycling and processing with a long-standing legacy in outstanding sorting performance. Our high-performance sorting equipment efficiently separates aluminum and aluminum alloys from heavy metals.
Whether sorting cast, wrought, sheet, Taint Tabor or producing furnace-ready aluminum twitch, our in-house developed sensors and software deliver exceptional sorting results.
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Magnesium & Superlights
Sorting aluminum scrap for processing and secondary remelting often requires recyclers to meet strict quality requirements, including classification of materials and magnesium removal. Our x-ray transmission (XRT) sorting unit featuring multi-density channels separates super lights and heavy metals from aluminum in a single step. Removal of aluminum compounds and plastic compounds for furnace-ready aluminum is also automated with our high sensitivity sensor for advanced detection of super low-density objects. What’s more, you benefit from high-grade purification of aluminum scrap thanks to advanced area processing software developed in-house by our metal sorting experts.
Aluminum sorting
We help recyclers maximize material recovery and exceptional purity with our portfolio of sorting solutions designed specifically for the aluminum industry. Our multi-stage process efficiently transforms Zorba by sequentially removing heavy metals, high-density aluminum, low-alloyed cast objects and then sorts wrought aluminum into different grades of alloys. The integration of x-ray transmission (XRT), dynamic laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) and deep learning technologies sets us apart. Developed entirely in-house, our machines and algorithms work together seamlessly to enhance precision and efficiency in aluminum recycling. This scalable, high-throughput approach delivers spec-ready material with fewer steps, enabling industrial operations to maximize yield and value.
Smelters
Secondary metal production reduces the demand for virgin mineral resources and significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions. With Zorba and pre-sorted aluminum scrap, sensor-based sorting technology creates furnace-ready materials. This enables smelters to increase post-consumer recycled material to produce even greener aluminum products. Thanks to advanced x-ray transmission (XRT) technology, our sorting units use atomic density to detect any remaining contaminants, including fines as small as 5mm. Foundries and smelters also benefit from our ultra-high sensitivity sensor that provides unrivaled separation of magnesium and aluminum alloys.
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