PRAB equipment is engineered for durability, efficiency, and long-term ROI, lasting 20–30 years, or more, in harsh production environments.

PRAB designs and manufactures heavy-duty systems for metal scrap handling, fluid recycling, and Industrial Process water and Industrial wastewater treatment. Everything—from conveyors to chip processing and filtration systems—is built for uptime, access, and ease of service. In-house engineering, controls, and testing ensure consistent quality across PRAB’s Kalamazoo, Michigan-based facility.

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• Benefits:
  • Made in the USA with 70+ years of engineering experience
  • Rugged designs with replaceable wear components
  • Modular systems for flexible layouts and easy integration
  • Performantee® guarantee with verified ROI and test data
  • Trusted by top aerospace, automotive, and medical manufacturers

Q: What is the typical lifespan of PRAB equipment?

A: Many PRAB systems remain operational for 25–30+ years, even in harsh production settings.

Q: Does PRAB provide performance guarantees?

A: Yes. The Performantee® offers written assurance based on lab tests and ROI targets.

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Yes. PRAB’s metal scrap conveyors and metal chip processing systems are proudly engineered, built, assembled, and serviced in the USA with sourced components.

PRAB manufactures core metalworking systems in its U.S. headquarters. While some select filtration components are globally sourced, PRAB’s U.S.-based teams handle the engineering design, assembly, integration, and service.

Proudly made in the USA in Kalamazoo, MI

The PRAB Difference

• Benefits:
  • All conveyors and chip processing systems are built in Kalamazoo, MI
  • S.-sourced steel and automation platforms used
  • Fluid filtration and wastewater systems are also U.S.-engineered
  • Some components sourced globally for availability/performance

PRAB systems are trusted by leaders in automotive, aerospace, energy, electronics, defense, heavy equipment, and medical device sectors.

We serve metalworking manufacturers using CNC machining, die casting, stamping, forging, finishing, and fabrication operations that manage metal scrap, cutting fluids, process water, and Industrial wastewater treatment.

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PRAB is a U.S.-based manufacturer with a global footprint. We ship systems throughout the United States, Canada, the EU, and select international markets.

Our international service is supported by PRAB EU (Opole, Poland), regional representatives, and strategic partnerships. Find a rep ➜

We offer 24/7 technical support, rush parts shipping, remote troubleshooting, on-site service, and full system documentation.

Our Michigan-based service team provides 24/7 responsive assistance and comprehensive lifecycle resources for every system.

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The Performantee® is PRAB’s written guarantee that your system will meet the performance benchmarks we define together—before you buy.

From chip dryness and fluid recovery to scrap throughput and discharge clarity, we put the expected ROI in writing.

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Yes. You can explore dozens of detailed customer case studies that demonstrate real-world ROI, cost reduction, compliance, and productivity gains.

Examples:

• CA Tool increases profitability with chip processing
• Ford cuts tramp oil with TWS separator
• Mathews Inc. recovers fluid and scrap value
• Martin-Baker turns scrap into revenue

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Yes. Most reputable industrial equipment providers offer site assessments before purchase. A site visit or remote evaluation helps determine the best equipment configuration for handling your facility’s scrap, fluids, or wastewater. This ensures the system is properly sized, integrates with existing processes, and delivers long-term efficiency and compliance benefits.

Why It Matters:
A site assessment reduces the risk of purchasing undersized or overbuilt equipment. It also identifies potential plant layout issues, conveyor routing, scrap handling bottlenecks, and wastewater discharge challenges that can affect efficiency, safety, and compliance. Engineers and plant managers often use these assessments to justify investment and forecast ROI.

Site Assessments Tailored to Your Operation

PRAB offers site assessments as part of its engineered equipment process. Our technical experts evaluate your plant conditions, scrap volume, coolant recovery needs, or wastewater treatment challenges before recommending a solution. This process ensures every system is customized for maximum uptime, reduced waste, and compliance with environmental regulations.

• Real-World Proof:

  • Case Study: Mobile Conveyor Improves Stamping Operation–showing how PRAB’s on-site evaluation guided the right conveyor selection.

  • Technical Brief: Briquetter Systems – outlining how assessments help optimize chip processing and fluid recovery.

  • White Paper: Implementing Smart Equipment – explaining the role of assessments in long-term operational efficiency.

  • Editorials & Blogs: Explore insights in the PRAB Blog and Recycling Minute for practical examples of how early assessments drive performance.

• Added Value:

  • Also, PRAB conducts free materials testing before purchase, ensuring your specific metal chips, fluids, or wastewater are validated for processing.

  • With over 70+ years of experience, PRAB engineers deliver systems that have proven durability, with many still operating more than 30 years after installation.