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Magnetic Sorting Systems
Automated Sorting Systems
MPI’s Automated Magnetic Sorting Systems are engineered for high-efficiency separation of ferrous and non-ferrous metals from bulk materials in continuous processing environments. Using a combination of eddy current separators, magnetic drum separators, and intelligent controls, these systems sort metals with precision at high throughput rates. Designed for use in recycling, mining, and waste handling industries, they optimize material recovery and streamline downstream processing. Maximize metal recovery and minimize labor with MPI’s fully automated sorting systems. Built for durability and accuracy, these solutions reduce contamination, enhance ROI, and support sustainability goals by transforming complex waste streams into clean, valuable commodities.
Suspended Magnets
MPI’s Suspended Magnets are heavy-duty, overhead magnetic separators designed to remove large ferrous tramp metal from conveyed materials before they reach downstream processing. Available in permanent or electromagnet versions, these units are ideal for mining, aggregates, biomass, and bulk solids industries. They mount easily over belt conveyors and can be configured for manual or self-cleaning operation. Protect crushers, grinders, and sorting systems from costly damage with MPI’s powerful suspended magnets. Whether you need reliable tramp iron removal or continuous automatic cleaning, these units provide proven performance in rugged, high-volume environments, ensuring cleaner product and safer processing lines.
Compatibility Check - What Type of Magnetic Separation Fits Your Application
MPI offers solutions for removing ferrous tramp metal from liquids and bulk materials, enhancing production line efficiency and material recovery. Their magnetic filters, such as Liquid Trap Magnets, separate steel particles from coolants, while Automated Magnetic Sorting Systems utilize eddy current and magnetic drum separators for precise sorting of metals in recycling, mining, and waste management industries. These systems improve throughput and reduce labor needs, supporting sustainability by converting waste into resources. Additionally, MPI's Suspended Magnets, available in permanent and electromagnet options, effectively eliminate large ferrous metal pieces from conveyed materials, protecting expensive processing equipment in various sectors. Designed for high-volume environments, these robust magnets provide reliable tramp iron removal and can operate manually or with automated cleaning capabilities.
Magnetic Sorting Systems for Sanitary Applications
Industries
Food and Beverage Processing (bulk raw ingredients)
Pet Food Manufacturing
Nutraceuticals (bulk powder intake or packaging)
Grain and Milling
Applications
Removing ferrous and non-ferrous metal from incoming bulk ingredients (e.g., grains, seeds, sugar, flours)
Pre-processing bulk raw materials before they enter clean zones
Sorting packaged products during inspection or rework
Protecting downstream blenders, mixers, and packaging lines from tramp metal in large-scale operations
Employing sanitary-coated or stainless-steel eddy current or drum separators in ingredient receiving zones
Magnetic Sorting Systems for Harsh Environments
Industries
Aggregate, Mining, and Minerals
Cement and Concrete Plants
Scrap Metal and Auto Shredding
Foundry and Smelting Operations
Biomass and Wood Processing
Waste-to-Energy Facilities
Applications
Removing large tramp iron before material enters crushers or grinders
Separating magnetic metals from high-temperature or abrasive ores and rock
Continuous separation of metallic contaminants from biomass fuel or wood chips
Durable outdoor or remote installations with weather-sealed electromagnets
Operation in extremely dusty or moisture-heavy conditions with robust IP-rated enclosures
Recovery of metallics in harsh, corrosive waste handling environments
Magnetic Sorting Systems for High-Volume Production
Industries
Recycling (single-stream, construction & demolition, scrap yards)
Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs)
Metal Packaging and Container Reprocessing
Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and Industrial Waste Sorting
Plastics Recycling
Aluminum and Non-Ferrous Reclamation
Applications
Automated separation of ferrous and non-ferrous metals from conveyor lines
High-speed sorting of shredded electronics, cans, or automotive scrap
Recovery of valuable metals from plastic flake or crushed glass streams
Reducing labor and maximizing throughput with continuous, self-cleaning magnetic systems
Integrating eddy current separators and suspended magnets into automated sort lines
Pre-sorting in optical and robotic sortation facilities for cleaner input material