Used Beverage Can (UBC)

Used Beverage Can (UBC) Scrap refers to aluminium cans that have been used and discarded after consumption. UBC scrap is a valuable resource in the recycling industry, as aluminium cans are 100% recyclable and can be reused indefinitely.

The recycling process of UBC scrap typically involves sorting, cleaning, and melting down the cans to produce aluminium ingots or sheets. These ingots and sheets can then be used to produce a wide range of new products such as new beverage cans, automotive parts, building materials, and other consumer goods.

The recycling of UBC scrap offers several environmental and economic benefits. Recycling UBC 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 UBC 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 cans by their alloy type and remove any contaminants such as plastic, glass, or other metals. This process can be done through various methods such as eddy current separation or dense media separation.