Written by Mike Hook, Director of Sales & Marketing at PRAB. Reviewed by Paul Montgomery, Marketing Leader at PRAB. Published June 30, 2026. Last updated July 2, 2026. Quick answer Testing metal scrap and process fluids before purchasing recycling equipment removes the guesswork from a capital expenditure decision. Lab-based testing produces shop-specific data — reclaimable coolant volume, chip reduction potential, […]

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.

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 […]

Don’t find yourself underwater when managing wastewater processes. Follow these steps to improve efficiency and determine the best ROI. By Tom Tripepi, PRAB Fluid Filtration Technical Director Note: This article was originally published on Aug. 21, 2023, on pfonline.com.   As operations with surface treatment applications develop strategies to lower costs, meet sustainability goals, and satisfy compliance requirements, on-site process […]

In metalworking, addressing two specific aspects of waste stream management—industrial wastewater and spent cutting fluids—can help companies meet environmental compliance and reduce expenses. By Tom Tripepi, Fluid Filtration Technical Director, PRAB Note: This article was originally published Oct. 17, 2023, on www.productionmachining.com.   Higher civil penalties for environmental compliance lapses are here. Fortunately, companies can reduce their compliance-related financial risk […]

Note: This article was originally published Jan. 24, 2024, on practicalmachinist.com. Metalworking companies that are thinking about updating their metal scrap processing equipment have a lot to consider — especially with how frequently production takes priority over waste management. With that in mind, here are answers to three frequently asked questions that can help these operations identify solutions that […]

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 […]

Note: This article was originally published Sept. 1, 2023, on manufacturingchemist.com. Mike Hook, Sales and Marketing Director at PRAB, writes that pharmaceutical manufacturers are increasingly focusing on water consumption to position themselves as both responsible corporate citizens and profitable businesses. With water costs rising and the gap between global water supply and demand projected to reach 40% by 2030 […]

Automation, costs, complexity, return on investment, and management buy-in all figure into the decision. By Mike Hook Note: This article was originally published in July of 2023 on aerospacemanufacturinganddesign.com.   As aerospace manufacturers seek to avoid environmental compliance liabilities and reduce production costs, improving coolant management is increasingly a focus. Here are five topics to consider when updating fluid filtration […]

Educating stakeholders: From Liability to Circularity   For an industry characterized by technological advancements, many aerospace manufacturers are slow to elevate waste management and recovery processes. Too often, these processes are considered secondary to production. That approach will gradually erode an organization’s bottom line, as environmental compliance becomes increasingly stringent and the shift to a circular economy accelerates. Aerospace manufacturing […]