t. Scrap metal is typically melted in a large furnace. Purification by electrolysis is done to ensure the final product is of high quality and free of contaminants. After purification, melted metals are cooled and solidified. In this stage, scrap metals are formed into bars that can be easily used to produce new metal products.

Sorting Scrap Metal using a Handheld XRF Gun

Whether you operate a single local scrap yard or a multi-location worldwide scrap recycling facility, handheld XRF guns for scrap metal sorting are essential equipment in your scrap yard.

These analyzers can rapidly:

Sort scrap by alloy identification & positive material identfication

Achieve rapid scrap valuations

Sort scrap for foundry operation

XRF guns are capable of analyzing all classes or metals, including:

Carbon & Low Alloy Steel

Stainless Steel

Nickel and High Temperature alloys

Copper alloys

Titanium alloys

Aluminum alloys

Precious metals

Exotic Metals