Fine Aluminum Recovery

High-Recovery Eddy Current Separator for Fine Aluminum

Recover valuable fine aluminum and other non-ferrous metal particles from PET flakes, glass cullet, incinerator bottom ash, e-waste, and fine mixed recycling streams. The high-frequency concentric rotor is engineered for stable separation of particles as small as 2 mm.

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Machine Demonstration

Fine Non-Ferrous Metal Separation in Action

See how the high-frequency rotor generates eddy currents that eject aluminum and other non-ferrous particles away from the main material stream.

Why It Matters

Maximize Purity and Recovery Value

Fine aluminum is easy to lose in conventional sorting. This ECS design helps recycling plants capture more value while improving the purity of downstream plastic, glass, ash, and metal fractions.

Fine Particle Recovery

Optimized for small non-ferrous fragments, the separator can recover fine aluminum particles down to about 2 mm in suitable feed streams.

Higher Product Purity

Removing aluminum, brass, copper, and other non-ferrous contaminants helps improve the quality of PET flakes, glass cullet, ash products, and upgraded scrap.

High-Intensity Rotor

The concentric rare earth magnet rotor creates a strong and uniform field for reliable ejection of small conductive particles across the belt width.

Adjustable Separation Point

Rotor speed, belt speed, feeding condition, and splitter position can be tuned to match changing material mixes and recovery targets.

Industrial-Ready Design

Heavy-duty motors, wear-resistant components, and a practical cantilever frame help the system handle demanding recycling environments.

Better Return on Waste Streams

Recovering small aluminum fractions can turn material that was previously lost into a saleable metal stream and reduce contamination penalties.

Separation Principle

How the Eddy Current Separator Works

Material is spread into a thin layer, accelerated over a high-speed magnetic rotor, and separated by the different flight paths of non-ferrous and non-metallic particles.

1

Uniform Feeding

A stable single-layer feed improves exposure to the magnetic field and supports repeatable separation.

2

High-Speed Rotor

The magnetic rotor spins at high speed and induces eddy currents inside conductive non-ferrous particles.

3

Particle Ejection

Aluminum and other conductive metals are thrown forward while non-metallic material follows a shorter trajectory.

4

Splitter Collection

The adjustable splitter divides recovered metal from clean material according to purity and recovery requirements.

1

Uniform Feeding

Material is distributed evenly before entering the separation zone.

2

High-Speed Rotor

The rotor creates a fast-changing magnetic field at the belt end.

3

Particle Ejection

Conductive metals are pushed into a different flight path.

4

Splitter Collection

Separated fractions are collected for reuse, sale, or further processing.

Applications

Where Fine Aluminum Recovery Delivers Value

The separator is suitable for plants that need to recover small non-ferrous metals or remove conductive contamination before downstream processing.

PET Plastic Flakes

Removes fine aluminum and non-ferrous contaminants to improve rPET flake purity before extrusion or food-grade upgrading.

Plastic purification

Incinerator Bottom Ash

Recovers valuable fine aluminum and other non-ferrous metals from processed ash fractions.

Metal recovery

Glass Recycling

Purifies crushed glass by removing aluminum caps, foil fragments, and other conductive contaminants.

Cullet cleaning

ZORBA Upgrading

Improves shredded non-ferrous scrap quality by separating aluminum-rich fractions from mixed metal streams.

Scrap upgrading

E-Waste Processing

Helps recover fine conductive metals from shredded electronic scrap and circuit board processing residue.

WEEE separation

Foundry Residues

Separates non-ferrous particles from casting sand and other foundry return streams.

Industrial residue

Machine Gallery

Eddy Current Separator Configuration

Representative machine views and principle diagrams for fine non-ferrous metal recovery applications.

Engineering Features

Built for Fine Fraction Separation

The machine combines strong rotor performance, stable feeding, practical adjustment, and service-friendly construction for continuous recycling operations.

High-Frequency Rotor

High-performance NdFeB rare earth magnets deliver strong surface magnetic intensity at rotor speeds up to 4000 RPM.

Uniform Vibratory Feeder

Optional vibratory feeding helps create an even single-layer material bed for consistent separation performance.

Adjustable Splitter Plate

The splitter position can be tuned by angle, height, and distance to balance purity and recovery rate.

Quick-Change Belt System

The cantilever frame design supports faster conveyor belt replacement and reduces maintenance downtime.

Technical Data

Eddy Current Separator Specifications

Reference specifications for common models. Final selection depends on feed size, material composition, target recovery, and available plant layout.

Model	Dimensions L x W x H	Effective Belt Width	Rotor Speed	Belt Speed	Drive Power
40A	2080 x 1357 x 1100 mm	330 mm	0-3000 RPM	0-2 m/s	0.75 kW
65A	3300 x 1500 x 1200 mm	520 mm	0-4000 RPM	0-2 m/s	1.5 kW
80A	3300 x 1700 x 1200 mm	670 mm	0-4000 RPM	0-2 m/s	2.2 kW
100A	3300 x 1900 x 1200 mm	840 mm	0-4000 RPM	0-2 m/s	2.2 kW
120A	3300 x 2000 x 1200 mm	1040 mm	0-4000 RPM	0-2 m/s	2.2 kW
140A	3300 x 2130 x 1587 mm	1200 mm	0-4000 RPM	0-2 m/s	2.2 kW

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Guide

Eddy Current Separator Complete Guide

Learn how eddy current separation works and how to select the right configuration for your material stream.

Standard ECS

Eddy Current Magnetic Separator

A standard non-ferrous metal separator for mixed recycling, packaging, and scrap processing applications.

Advanced ECS

Advanced Eddy Current Separator

A higher-performance separator for demanding recycling lines that need flexible operating adjustment.

Pretreatment

Magnetic Separator

Remove ferrous contaminants before ECS separation to protect the rotor and stabilize recovery performance.

Warranty and Support

Reliable Support Throughout the Equipment Lifecycle

From installation planning to routine maintenance, our service team helps keep your equipment operating safely, consistently, and efficiently.

1-Year Limited Warranty

Coverage includes manufacturing defects in major mechanical and electrical components for one year. Normal wear parts and damage caused by improper operation are handled separately.

1-year parts and workmanship coverage

Installation Guidance

We provide layout, foundation, utility, clearance, line-integration, and commissioning guidance to support a smooth installation and reliable startup.

Commissioning support

Spare Parts Supply

Replacement wear parts, bearings, seals, sensors, electrical components, and other service items are available for scheduled maintenance and long-term operation.

Long-term availability

Technical Assistance

Remote troubleshooting, operating recommendations, maintenance guidance, and optional on-site service are available when your project needs additional support.

Global service

Common Questions

High-Recovery Eddy Current Separator FAQs

Answers to key questions about fine aluminum recovery, rotor selection, particle size, and upstream magnetic protection.

What is a high-recovery eddy current separator for fine aluminum?

It is an eddy current separator optimized to recover small aluminum and other non-ferrous metal particles that standard separators may miss. It uses a high-frequency magnetic rotor, controlled belt speed, and adjustable splitter settings for fine fraction recovery.

What is the smallest particle size this machine can separate?

In suitable, well-prepared feed streams, the separator can recover non-ferrous metal particles as small as about 2 mm. Actual performance depends on particle shape, conductivity, moisture, feed layer thickness, and upstream screening.

What is the difference between concentric and eccentric ECS rotors?

A concentric rotor places magnetic poles across the drum for a strong, uniform field, making it well suited to fine non-ferrous recovery from non-metallic streams. An eccentric rotor offsets the magnetic pole area and is often used where ferrous contamination is heavier.

Do I need a magnetic separator before the ECS?

Yes, it is strongly recommended. Removing ferrous metal before the ECS protects the rotor, reduces belt damage risk, and improves the stability of non-ferrous separation.

What information should I provide for equipment selection?

Please share your material type, particle size range, moisture level, target throughput, current upstream equipment, and whether your main goal is higher aluminum recovery, higher product purity, or both.

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