This automated aluminum recycling production line combines crushing, magnetic separation, and eddy current separation processes to efficiently recover aluminum from thermally broken aluminum and industrial waste aluminum by separating aluminum from plastic and ferrous materials.

This production line mainly consists of a twin-shaft shredder, a crusher, and an eddy current separator. Other equipment is configured according to specific needs. Shuliy provides customized services, designing solutions based on the client’s specific requirements.

working video of aluminum recycling production line

What are the significant advantages of an aluminum recycling production line?

  1. An integrated crushing and sorting system can process up to 4 tons of scrap aluminum per hour, significantly improving production efficiency.
  2. Utilizing magnetic separators and eddy current separators, the system achieves effective and precise material separation, separating aluminum, iron, plastics, and other impurities.
  3. The entire aluminum recycling production line is controlled by a central electrical control cabinet, achieving automated operation and reducing labor costs.
  4. The dust removal and fume extraction system continuously purifies the air during operation, reducing dust pollution and improving the working environment.
  5. The entire production line is flexibly configurable, and different models can be configured according to the customer’s processing capacity requirements.

Aluminum recycling production line process

The aluminum recycling production line operates through the coordinated processing of multiple devices, following these steps:

Step 1: Feeding

The feeding conveyor automatically transports scrap aluminum profiles to the crushing system.

Step 2: Shredding

A twin-shaft metal crusher performs the first stage of size reduction on the raw material, crushing large aluminum profiles into smaller, easier-to-handle segments.

Step 3: Crushing

The metal crusher uses high-speed rotating hammers to further crush the aluminum, producing fragments suitable for separation.

Step 4: Magnetic separation

A magnetic separation conveyor separates ferromagnetic metals such as iron and steel from the crushed material.

Step 5: Dust removal

A fan-based dust removal system collects dust and fumes generated during processing, ensuring compliance with environmental protection requirements.

Step 6: Eddy current separation

An eddy current separator separates non-ferrous metals such as aluminum from plastics or other non-metallic materials.

Step 7: Separation

A sorting drum screen screens and separates materials according to their final size.

Process flow:

Double shaft shredder → Metal crusher → magnetic separator → dust removal system → eddy current separator → sorting screen

Thermal break aluminum recycling production line  flow
thermal break aluminum recycling production line flow

Main equipment in an aluminum recycling production line

Twin-shaft metal crusher

The twin-shaft crusher is used for the initial crushing of large aluminum materials. It features high torque, wear-resistant blades, and stable operation, making it commonly used for the initial pulverization of large scrap materials.

모델전력용량Feed OpeningMachine Size
60015×2kw0.7–0.8t/h600×460mm2.6×1.4×2m
80018.5×2kw1–2.5t/h800×460mm3×1.6×2m
100030×2kw2–4t/h1000×570mm3.6×1.7×2m
120045×2kw3–5t/h1200×850mm4×1.8×2.5m
150075×2kw4–6t/h1500×980mm5×2.1×2.5m
200090×2kw5–9t/h2000×1250mm6×2.2×2.5m
detailed parameters of this twin-shaft crusher
Scrap metal shredder
scrap metal shredder

금속 분쇄기

The metal shredder uses high-speed rotating hammers to break aluminum shavings into smaller particles, thereby improving the efficiency of subsequent separation stages.

모델전력속도용량치수
BDL-60018.5–22kw860r/min600–800kg/h2×1.2×1.9m
BDL-80030–37kw860r/min800–1000kg/h2.2×1.5×2.2m
BDL-100055–75kw860r/min2500–3500kg/h2.8×1.9×3.1m
BDL-130090–110kw750r/min3500–5000kg/h3.5×2.1×3.8m
BDL-1600110×2kw750r/min4000–8000kg/h4.4×2.5×4.2m
BDL-1800160×2kw650r/min8000–12000kg/h4.7×2.9×4.5m
BDL-2000220×2kw650r/min10000–18000kg/h5×3.2×4.6m
technical parameters of metal shredder
Metal crusher
metal crusher

와전류 분리기

The eddy current separator is used to separate non-ferrous metals, such as aluminum, from non-metallic materials. Its working principle is based on electromagnetic induction.

모델Belt Width용량전력무게
600650mm4–6t/h4.0 0.75kw1400kg
800850mm6–10t/h5.5 1.1kw1800kg
10001050mm10–12t/h7.5 1.5kw2200kg
12001250mm12–15t/h11 2.2kw2400kg
specification of the eddy current separator
와전류 분리기
와전류 알루미늄 분리

Additional parameters of the eddy current separating machine

Magnetic force9000gauss
Number of magnetic polesApprox. 400
Magnetic roller diameterApprox. 400mm
Induction area20m³
Conveying speed17–18rpm (variable frequency control)
Magnetic rotor speedUp to 1300–1400rpm
additional parameters of the eddy current separating machine

In addition to these infrastructures, we also offer the metal dry polishing machine for polishing aluminum surfaces, removing rust or oxide layers, thereby improving product quality and ultimately profitability.

Turkish client’s 4 t/h thermal break aluminum recycling line solution

This is a solution proposed by shuliy for a turkish client. This client, who runs a metal recycling company, recently needed to process a batch of scrap aluminum from construction sites and old buildings.

To improve production efficiency and recover more valuable aluminum, the client consulted shuliy requesting a complete, fully automated aluminum foil recycling line.

Based on the client’s capacity requirements, we designed a 4-ton/hour aluminum recycling production line with the following complete specifications:

Equipment사양Quantity
Feeding conveyorWidth 1m, Length 9m, Power 5.5kw1
Metal crusher systemModel 1600#, Power 110×2kw, Capacity 4t/h1
Discharging conveyorWidth 800mm, Length 6000mm1
Magnetic separation conveyorWidth 600mm, Length 4000mm1
와전류 분리기Model 1000#, Capacity 4–6t/h1
Fan dust removal systemPower 2.2kw1
Electric control cabinetAutomatic Control1
full configuration of aluminum recycling production line
Scrap aluminum alloy window frames recycling line
scrap aluminum alloy window frames recycling line

FAQ of about thermal break aluminum recycling line

What is a thermal broken aluminum recycling production line?

A thermally broken aluminum alloy recycling production line is a system specifically designed for processing scrap aluminum window frames and thermally broken aluminum profiles to separates aluminum from plastic insulation strips and other impurities, efficiently recovering pure aluminum.

What equipment is included in a thermally broken aluminum alloy recycling production line?

A complete production line typically includes a feed conveyor, a twin-shaft metal crusher, a metal shredder, a magnetic separator, an eddy current separator, a dust removal system, etc. These devices work together to achieve automated aluminum separation.

What is the aluminum recovery rate?

A well-designed thermally broken aluminum alloy recycling production line can achieve an aluminum recovery rate of over 95%. The specific recovery rate depends on the material conditions and equipment configuration.

Why are eddy current separators so important in aluminum recycling?

The eddy current separators plays a crucial role in separating non-ferrous metals such as aluminum from plastics and other non-metallic materials. It utilizes electromagnetic induction to generate repulsive force, pushing the aluminum away from the conveyor belt, thus achieving precise separation.

What factors should be considered when selecting an insulated aluminum recycling production line?

Processing capacity (tons/hour), material type and size, local government environmental protection requirements, and the level of automation need to be considered. Choosing the appropriate configuration can significantly improve recycling efficiency and return on investment.

Customize your industrial-grade metal recycling solution!

This aluminum recycling production line is a highly efficient solution for processing waste aluminum materials such as aluminum profiles, aluminum window frames, and thermal insulation aluminum. It achieves a high degree of automation, precise material separation, and efficient recycling.

With flexible configurations and scalable capacity, shuliy can design and provide solutions to meet diverse capacity requirements, helping businesses transform waste aluminum into valuable renewable resources.

If your project lacks professional and reliable equipment, contact shuliy for a professional quote and project plan!