IT, Small and Big Domestic Appliances
Flexible Concepts for complex E-Waste Streams
URT provides modular recycling concepts that combine reliable depollution with scalable material separation.
The concept is based on three processing levels. Each level builds on the previous one and increases the depth of material separation. With every additional step, output fractions become more defined and can achieve higher market value.
Operators can decide how far to go in the sorting process – depending on their business model, downstream partners and the economic benefit of further refinement.
Three Processing Levels.
One Modular Concept.
- Step 1
Depollution and Primary separation
Goal
Safe depollution and Separation of NF and FE streams- Pre-shredding
- Fe / NF separation
- Removal of:
- Batteries
- Toner cartridges
- Cables
- Hazardous components
- Harmful substances
- Extraction of valuable components
(PCB, motors, transformers)
- Step 2
Advanced Sorting
Goal
Improved purity and generation of higher-value material streams- Further size reduction
- Liberation of material composite
- Removal of dust and light fractions
- Additional ferrous separation
- NF and plastic separation
- Step 3
Deep Sorting
Goal
Maximum value through high-purity output fractions- Sieving process
- Inductive sorting
- Optional optical sorting
- Separation into mono fractions
In Detail
The following equipment categories are grouped under IT and domestic appliances and can be processed and fractionated in flexible combinations using modular URT recycling plants, tailored to specific requirements.
IT Devices
Under the category IT, URT summarizes all components typically assigned to E-Waste collection streams related to information and telecommunications equipment.
These input materials are characterized by a high concentration of valuable components, particularly printed circuit boards, cables and electronic assemblies.
In practice, IT equipment is often processed together with small domestic appliances or as a dedicated input stream, depending on plant configuration and local collection structures.
Small and Large Domestic Appliances
Small and large domestic appliances include a wide range of electrical and electronic devices used in households and everyday applications.
This material stream is characterized by a highly heterogeneous composition, including plastics, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, motors, cables and electronic components, with larger appliances typically containing a higher share of ferrous metals and more robust components.
Efficient processing requires reliable depollution combined with robust size reduction and a processing concept that enables the gradual separation of materials into more valuable fractions, ensuring scalable integration and further value creation along the downstream recovery chain.
Our Processing Levels in Detail
Step 1
Depollution and Primary separation
Primary objective
Step 1 forms the foundation of the entire processing concept and focuses on two key aspects: reliable depollution and initial material separation.
After feeding, the input material is mechanically opened to expose internal components in a case opener. This step is essential to make hazardous and valuable elements accessible for separation in the dedicated sorting spots.
Following shredding to open the casings, the material stream undergoes magnetic separation, dividing it into a ferrous and a non-ferrous stream.At this stage, critical components such as batteries, toner cartridges, cables and other hazardous are removed in order to ensure a proper depollution.
At the same time, valuable components such as printed circuit boards, motors or transformers can be selectively extracted, depending on the operator’s recovery strategy.
The remaining non-ferrous fraction consists of a mixed material stream. This fraction can either be marketed directly or serve as the basis for further processing in subsequent levels.
Step 2
Advanced Sorting
Primary objective
Through additional mechanical treatment, composite materials are further broken down. This improves the liberation of individual components.
Subsequent process steps remove light fractions such as dust, foils and paper and allow the recovery of additional ferrous metals released during further processing.
The resulting non-ferrous stream is then separated into a plastic fraction and a non-ferrous metal fraction.
Step 3
Deep Sorting
Primary objective
Step 3 represents a high level of sorting depth. Based on the prepared input from the previous steps, sorting technologies such as inductive and optical sorting are applied to separate specific material fractions.
This allows, for example, the isolation of printed circuit boards and copper-containing fractions into clearly defined streams.
The resulting output fractions are more homogeneous and typically achieve higher market values compared to mixed material streams.
At this stage, the depth of sorting is determined by the operator’s individual strategy.
Economic and Operational Advantages of URT Plant Technology
Modular concept
The processing concept allows operators to start with a basic setup and increase the depth of material separation step by step. This enables a gradual transition from mixed fractions to clearly defined, higher-value material streams.
Reliable depollution as a process foundation
Hazardous components are removed at an early stage, reducing operational risks such as fires, equipment damage and contamination of fractions.
Investment aligned with business strategy
The modular structure supports phased investment decisions instead of requiring full processing depth from the beginning. Capital expenditure can be aligned with actual market development and operational growth.
OPEX-driven processing decisions
Further processing steps are implemented only where they create measurable economic value. Operators can decide whether to market mixed fractions or further refine materials into higher-value outputs, depending on operating costs, market prices and downstream structures.
Services
We consult, plan and build recycling plants for IT, small and large domestic appliances – tailored to our customer’s business objectives and in compliance with local regulatory requirements.
Engineering and Commissioning
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Engineering
Every successful project is based on a thorough analysis of material flows, site conditions and all technical, economic and regulatory requirements.
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Design
We design efficient, safe and durable recycling plants tailored to the input materials and individual objectives.
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Commissioning
Manufacturing, installation and commissioning are handled by experienced specialists, followed by operator training to ensure safe, efficient and autonomous operation from day one.
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Maintenance and Upscaling
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After Sales & Support
Dedicated specialists provide on site and online maintenance, technical support, process optimisation and global spare parts supply to ensure high plant availability.
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Shredding Tech. & Cutting Units Support
We provide servicing and replacement of shredder cutting units, including rental solutions with short lead times.
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Further Consulting & Upscaling
We future proof recycling plants through strategic scaling, plant extensions and technical consulting for future requirements.
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Efficient recycling starts with the right plant.
Contact us for an initial consultation regarding your specific requirements.