Metal scrap handling equipment refers to a range of machinery and systems used to collect, transport, sort, process, and prepare metal scrap for recycling or reuse. These systems are essential in scrap yards, recycling facilities, steel mills, and manufacturing plants where large volumes of metal waste need to be efficiently managed.

Common Types of Metal Scrap Handling Equipment:

1. Grapple Handlers (Scrap Grapples)

- Used with excavators or loaders.

- Hydraulic grapples grip and lift large pieces of scrap metal.

- Ideal for handling bulky or irregularly shaped scrap (e.g., auto bodies, structural steel).

2. Magnetic Lifters & Electromagnets

- Powerful magnets used to lift and move ferrous metals (iron, steel).

- Mounted on cranes or overhead hoists.

- Efficient for bulk handling of sheet metal, bars, and plates.

3. Shears & Cutters

- Power Shears: Cut through thick metal sheets and bars.

- Hydraulic Shears: Handle heavy-duty cutting tasks.

- Bale Shears: Used to cut baled scrap for processing.

4. Baling Presses

- Compress lightweight scrap (e.g., aluminum cans, shredded auto parts) into dense bales.

- Increases transport efficiency and value per ton.

- Available in horizontal or vertical configurations.

5. Shredders

- Large machines that reduce scrap metal (especially automobiles and appliances) into small, uniform fragments.

- Often used in auto recycling.

- Can separate ferrous and non-ferrous metals via magnetic separators.

6. Conveyor Systems

- Belt or chain conveyors transport scrap between different stages of processing.

- Can be equipped with sorting mechanisms like magnets, eddy current separators, or screens.

7. Sorting & Separation Equipment

- Eddy Current Separators: Separate non-ferrous metals (e.g., aluminum, copper) from ferrous metals.

- Magnetic Separators: Remove ferrous materials from mixed scrap streams.

- Air Classifiers: Help separate light materials (plastics, paper) from metal.

8. Crane Systems with Specialized Attachments

- Overhead or gantry cranes fitted with scrap grabs, magnets, or hooks.

- Used in large-scale operations for moving heavy scrap piles.

9. Pneumatic Conveyors

- Use air pressure to move fine or shredded metal particles through tubes.

- Useful in compact spaces or for transporting material vertically.

10. Scrap Pile Management Systems

- Includes stacker-reclaimers and automated yard management systems.

- Helps organize scrap storage and optimize retrieval.

Key Features to Consider When Choosing Equipment:

- Capacity & Throughput: Match equipment to your volume needs.

- Material Type: Ferrous vs. non-ferrous; solid vs. shredded.

- Automation Level: Manual, semi-automatic, or fully automated systems.

- Safety & Durability: Must withstand harsh conditions and heavy use.

- Maintenance Requirements: Easy access for servicing and wear parts replacement.

- Environmental Compliance: Dust suppression, noise reduction, and emissions control.

Applications:

- Automotive recycling

- Steel mill feed preparation

- Construction debris recycling

- Industrial scrap recovery

- Municipal solid waste processing

Benefits of Efficient Metal Scrap Handling Equipment:

- Increased recycling rates

- Reduced labor costs

- Improved safety

- Higher material purity and resale value

- Lower transportation and storage costs

If you're looking to invest in or upgrade metal scrap handling equipment, it's recommended to work with reputable suppliers who offer site assessments, customized solutions, and after-sales support.

Let me know if you’d like recommendations based on specific scrap types (e.g., aluminum, steel, automotive), facility size, or budget.

Parameter

If you have any special requirements, we will customize according to your special needs.

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Advantage

> Long warranty time of the baler machine, you are no need to worry about the after-services.    

> Adopts china famous pump to keep baler machine run smoothly.    

> One Button automatic PLC Control, just need to push one button, you can operate the machine continuously.    

> Remote Control is optional, can archive automatic operation without worker.    

> The bale weight ranges from 40kg to 500kg, more options for your choices.    

> Latest design of the machine to let you use the best the machine all the time.    

> World famous brand of Siemens PLC to promise you run the machine without any worry.    

> Adopts simple structure, easy to operate and maintain.    

Application

The baler machine can press below materials:

Aluminum cans tins	Light Metal Scrap	Copper Tube/Pipes	Coppe Wire Scrap
Aluminum Extrusion Profiles	Stainless Steel Scrap	Lead Strips	Aluminum Shavings

FAQ

> What profits can we get from the Recycling Metal Equipment In Korea? 

You need to know price of metal scrap, and price of the bales you sell to metal recycling center or steel manufacturer, then you can know how much profits you will get by this machine.    

> Where to find cheap Y81-63 Hydraulic Scrap Metal Press Balers? 

You can search the metal scrap baler machine which you want in the Google Search, then you will find many suppliers who have this kind of baler machine, then you need to make some comparisons of these suppliers, then you can find good supplier with lower prices.    

> Is it possbile to press other metal scraps with Aluminum Cans Crushed By Compactor? 

Yes, of course, this kind of shear baling machine can press various of metal scraps such as UBC, aluminum cans tins, aluminum chips, aluminum shaivngs, steel shavings, metal chips, light metal scraps and other non ferrous metal scrap etc... Please let us know what kind of metal scrap will you need to press, then we will suggest you suitable model baler machine and best offer accordingly.    

> What is lead time of Scrab Tin Presing Meshines? 

The lead time is various according to different models, generally speaking, it is approx. 30 days, and will be longer with bigger models, and shorter with small models, we will work overtime if you need the baler machine urgently.     

> Do you provide video support of Aluminium Scrap Horizontal Baling Machine? 

Yes, of course, we are providing the video support which includes installing the baler machine, testing and operating the machine, we also can guide you to replace parts and maintenance via video call.    

> What bale size does the How To Scrap Compressor For Recycle Matels produce? 

We can customize the bale size per your requirement, also you can tell us your requirement, we can suggest you suitable bale size accordingly.    

> What all do I need to install the Aluminium Scrap Pressing Baler Machine? 

After the metal scrap baler machine arrived your place, you need the hydraulic oil, cable wire, worker, electrical technician, then you can start to test and operate the baler machine per user manual, or make video call with our engineer.    

> How can i know you are a manufacturer or trader of Metal Press Iron Scrap Baler? 

You can visit our factory personally, also you can ask technical drawings such as 2D drawings 3D Drawings, we have professional technical team working on this, and will not give you these if a trader, because they don't have ability on this.    

> How to maintain Iron Scrap steel metal Press Machine? 

When you were operating the baler machine, you need to clean the oil tank every 3 months, and check the wire, and oil pipe leakage or not, and also check the bolt every shift, you can find all maintenance items in the user manual.