MagThro Eddy Current Systems Powering Efficient Operations in the Recycling Industry
13/05/2025
A Long-Term Partnership with Results - A leading recycling company based in Kent relies on BlakerTech’s MagThro eddy current systems to maintain high-efficiency operations. Specialising in the downstream processing of waste from car shredders, electronics, and general scrap metal, the company operates up to 20 hours a day, seven days a week — with a processing capacity of 2.5 tonnes per hour. BlakerTech has supported the operation for more than a decade, initially supplying two MagThro systems, followed by two additional bespoke cascade units to meet rising demand.
Designed for Flexibility and Throughput
The system includes a 20-cubic-metre hopper feeding twin chain conveyors. Materials are transferred to trough conveyors and spread evenly by a vibrating tray before passing under a drum magnet. Ferrous metals are separated first, before the remaining material reaches the eddy current separator. Each line can operate independently, depending on the volume of input material.
Powerful Separation with Neodymium Magnets
Using Neodymium rare earth magnets, the MagThro’s rotor generates a strong eddy current to eject non-ferrous materials from the waste stream. A precisely adjusted splitter ensures accurate separation, producing two outfalls: valuable non-ferrous metals and general waste.
Ongoing Support from the BlakerTech Team
BlakerTech continues to provide dedicated maintenance and support to keep the systems operating reliably. As the Operations Manager explained:
“The backup and support we’ve had from BlakerTech over the lifespan of the equipment — even at short notice — has been of the highest standard.”
From Concept to Completion: A Complete Engineering Solution
In addition to supplying the MagThro systems, BlakerTech designed and fabricated the entire line — a bespoke solution tailored to the customer’s site, process, and operational goals. This project highlights BlakerTech’s ability to deliver complete turnkey systems, not just individual components.
