Advanced Sorting Technologies for Maximum Spark Plug Recycling Efficiency

Cutting-Edge Methods to Boost Your ReturnsModern sorting technologies can increase your spark plug recycling profits by 20-40%. Here's what professional refiners use.

1. X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) Sorting

• Instant metal composition analysis
• Accuracy: ±0.01%
• Processes 500+ plugs/hour
• Identifies platinum vs. iridium in seconds

2. Automated Optical Sorting

• High-resolution cameras detect:
• Electrode shape
• Manufacturer markings
• Wear patterns
• 99.8% sorting accuracy
• Integrates with conveyor systems

3. Density Separation

• Uses specific gravity differences
• Separates:
• Platinum (21.45 g/cm³)
• Iridium (22.56 g/cm³)

• Base metals (7.87 g/cm³)

  
  

4. Our Proprietary Triple-Sort System

1. Initial magnetic separation
2. XRF verification
3. Final manual quality check

Benefits of Professional Sorting

• Eliminates human error
• Recovers 3-5% more precious metals
• Creates premium-grade material batches
• Qualifies for higher purity premiums

Cost AnalysisWhile basic sorting might yield $1,000 per 1,000 plugs, our advanced methods typically generate$1,350-$1,450 for the same quantity.

Upgrade your recycling operation's efficiency - ask about our sorting service options today.