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Transforming Metal Scrap Into Money: PRAB Drives Manufacturing Efficiency

Transforming Metal Scrap Into Money In metalworking manufacturing, efficiency is the lifeblood of success. Manufacturers face various operational challenges, from handling metal scrap to managing coolant waste and complying with stringent environmental regulations. Scrap buildup disrupts workflows, haul-away costs strain budgets, and outdated processes hinder productivity. But what if these challenges could become opportunities to improve efficiency, cut costs, and […]

Enhancing Conveyor Performance: Tips for Efficient Metal Scrap Management – Waste Advantage

Several factors related to conveyor performance must be addressed to ensure consistent efficiency in metal scrap recycling: Reducing carryover Managing challenging material compositions effectively Reducing routine maintenance Learn how focusing on these areas can significantly enhance operational efficiency in this article by PRAB that was originally published June 30, 2023 on wasteadvantagemag.com.

Improve Workplace Safety and Use Through Automated Material Handling Solutions – Waste Advantage

As labor shortages persist, preventing injuries, maximizing operator use, and promoting uptime are essential for efficient and profitable processing. Adding or upgrading material handling equipment is an apt place to start. By Mike Hook Note: This article was originally published Jan. 30, 2024, on wasteadvantagemag.com.   Amid times of workforce challenges, it is imperative for companies to adopt automated scrap […]

Conveyors—Four Steps for Maximizing Performance and Minimizing Costs – MetalForming Magazine

Considerations in planning, engineering, automation and maintenance add efficiency and save money for operations seeking to add or update conveyors. Note: This article was originally published on July 27, 2023, on  metalformingmagazine.com.   By Mike Hook, Director Sales & Mktg Conveyors must be able to withstand tough conditions and heavy materials. Operations adding or updating conveyors can improve reliability, reduce […]

PRAB Q&A – Conveyor Considerations

As an Engineering Manager for PRAB, Jason Luzader has experience regarding heavy-duty conveyors. In this latest blog post, he answers a few questions that organizations should consider when searching for a new conveyor system.   Q) What are some common factors organizations don’t consider when installing a conveyor? A) A key factor I see customers overlook when installing a […]

What to Consider When Selecting Forging or Die Casting Conveyors

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Lithium-Ion Recycling Equipment

#inf_form{display:none;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext{padding-left: 75px !important;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext .contacttitle{position:relative;left: 35px;}     KMC Global (dba Hapman, PRAB, Triple/S Dynamics, CDM Systems, and OVibra) is using decades of expertise to provide solutions for battery recycling operations. The battery recycling process requires a variety of equipment to properly separate, capture, and refine metal ions. Experience in conveyors, process equipment, and process water solutions makes KMC […]

Optimizing Foundry and Die Casting Production

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Emphasize Conveyor Performance to Improve Productivity – Foundry Management and Technology

Improving conveyor operations is one way foundry managers have reduced cycle times, raised productivity, decreased downtime, and improved workplace safety. Notwithstanding, not all conveyors are engineered to deliver equal performance. The following are three aspects of conveyor design, construction, and capabilities that metalcasting operations should consider when pursuing enhancements to conveyance. 1. Impact on productivity, efficiency. Without question, automated material […]

Reducing Conveyor Downtime

This white paper will address how: • Conveyor design reduces carryover • Pre-conditioning metal scrap improves material transfer • Build quality significantly impacts maintenance     How to Increase Conveyor Utilization and Keep Metalworking Processes MovingBy Mike Hook, Sales & Marketing Director, PRAB Introduction Conveyors are said to be the workhorses of production. The conveyors used to […]