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From blogs, and technical briefs to case studies and application reviews – read and download some of our valuable examples of metalworking waste stream solutions, new technology and the challenges facing others in your industry with today’s material handling applications. To see how you can join our other customers who are profiting more from properly managing their scrap and fluid handling processes, contact us.

Conveyors for E-Scrap?

Electronic waste, or e-scrap is the fastest growing segment of the world’s solid waste stream, predicted to continue to have significant growth in the next five years and beyond. It is also one of the most difficult to dispose of and recover. Recycling methods used for electronic scrap vary, because the components often contain hazardous materials that may include: […]

PRAB E-Series Chip System

Download     Proven to Increase Scrap Value Up to 25% Produce 98% Dry Chips and Reclaim Cutting Fluid for Increased Waste Value The PRAB E-Series Chip System is a dependable, fully automated system for reclaiming valuable cutting fluid from wet metal chips and turnings. This compact unit was designed for small to medium material volumes and can process Aluminum, […]

PRAB Load-Out System

Download     Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsAutomate Final Load-out of Stamping Scrap, Die Scrap and Machining ScrapThe PRAB Load-out System completes the scrap handling process by moving it to distribution bins for haul-away to the recycler. This system provides efficient, automated, and even filling for maximum container fill.   System Features and Benefits: Maximum […]

PRAB In-Floor Trough Conveyors

Download     Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsLiquid Tight Construction Ideal for High Volume, Coolant Flow ApplicationsPRAB In-floor Trough Conveyors transfer all types of metal chips, fines and turnings, wet or dry bushy wads and tramp metal solids with time and energy saving efficiency. The liquid-tight trough construction is ideal for high-volume coolant flow applications. […]

PRAB Magnetic Conveyors

Download     PRAB Magnetic Conveyors are Still Operating in the Field After 60 Years. Quiet Performance with No Carryover PRAB’s Magnetic Chip Conveyors effectively transfer wet or dry ferrous chips, stamping slugs, turnings, or parts without carryover. Systems move material with the aid of permanent ceramic magnets located under a stainless-steel slider bed. An oil reservoir in the base […]

PRAB Furnace Feeder

Download     Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 Years Keeps Operators Away from Melting Furnace The PRAB Furnace Feeder allows for meter feeding of abrasive die scrap, casting metal, and other materials directly into the furnace- keeping operators from harms way at a distance from the melting area.   System Features and Benefits: Feeds both reverbs and […]

PRAB Casting Cooler

Download     Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsIdeal for Air Cooling of Hot Die CastingsThe PRAB Casting Cooler is used as an alternative for water quench conveyors and helps meet operational needs and improves plant air quality. Systems are available with single or multiple fan designs and can run continuously or indexing.   System Features […]

PRAB Quench Conveyor

Download     Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsImprove Casting Consistency and ProductivityPRAB Quench Conveyors are excellent for applications where air cooling is not sufficient or practical. Choose from a complete line of liquid-tight conveyors for die cast, heat transfer, parts cooling or coating operations.   System Features: In-pit or above floor installation Liquid-tight tank 2.5” […]

PRAB Pneumatic Conveyor

Download     Proven to Raise Productivity Up to 60%Highly Flexible Layout for Maximized Floor Space-No Plant Air RequiredPRAB Pneumatic Conveyors offer operation and installation flexibility. This conveyor is designed to pick-up wet or dry scrap directly from CNC machining centers and transports it to a central chip processing system or load-out container. This type of tubular conveyance allows […]

PRAB Drag Conveyor

Download     Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsExclusive Bolt-Free Connections for Staying Strong Under Grueling ConditionsEvery part of this rugged chain driven conveyor is designed for handling severe duty, highly abrasive, wet metal chips, fines and swarf. The heavy-duty, abrasion-resistant flight bars feature an exclusive bolt-free connection for staying strong under grueling conditions. The abrasion-resistant […]