Turnings

Aluminium turnings scrap is a type of aluminium scrap that consists of small, irregularly shaped pieces of metal that are generated during the manufacturing process of aluminium products. This type of scrap includes aluminium chips, shavings, and other small pieces of metal that are no longer needed.

The recycling process of aluminium turnings scrap typically involves sorting, cleaning, and shredding the scrap to reduce its size and remove any contaminants such as oil, grease, or other metals. The scrap is then melted down to produce new aluminium ingots or sheets.

Aluminium turnings scrap is highly valued in the recycling industry as it provides a high-quality raw material for the production of new aluminium products. The recycling of aluminium turnings scrap offers several environmental and economic benefits. Recycling this type of scrap helps conserve natural resources and reduce energy consumption, as recycling aluminium requires up to 95% less energy than producing new aluminium from raw bauxite ore. It also helps reduce waste sent to landfills and supports the circular economy by turning waste into a valuable resource.

The quality of aluminium turnings scrap can vary depending on the source and the recycling process. To ensure the highest quality of scrap material, it is essential to sort and separate the scrap by its alloy type and remove any contaminants such as paint, oil, or other metals. This process can be done through various methods such as eddy current separation or dense media separation.