Alunorf Adding Furnace to Boost Scrap Aluminum Use

Alunorf GmbH, Neuss, a large aluminum rolling mill, based in Germany, announced that it is investing in highly advanced plant technology for aluminum recycling. As a key component of its plant, the company has chosen LOI Thermprocess, based in Germany, to supply a twin-chamber melting furnace. The recycling system will be designed for a capacity of 150 tons of molten metal per day, produced entirely from aluminum scrap.

The furnace will accept a variety of aluminum scrap will be consumed to make rolling ingots.

Contaminated scrap does not require pre-treatment. The integrated waste gas treatment system ensures that pollutants are reliably and effectively combusted. The recycling furnace is equipped with a regenerator system ensuring a high level of waste heat recovery from the waste gas. The cooler, reduced waste gas flow reduces the capital expenditure for the filter system. In addition, the LOI regenerator system rapidly cools the waste gas, improving the environmental compatibility of the plant.

The recycling plant is due to be commissioned by the third quarter of next year.