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The United States produces an average of 13 million tons of shingle waste annually from roofing manufacturers and roof tear-offs. However, according to Business Insider, only about 10% of these 13 million tons of shingles are sent to material recovery facilities for recycling and reuse. Asphalt shingles are the most popular roofing material in the […]

What is Dross Metal? Dross is created after melting different types of metals. When metals oxidize in a furnace, they interact with oxides, impurities, oil, and other materials. Dross is the leftover ‘impurities’ in molten metal after oxidation. Dross occurs more commonly in non-ferrous and low-melting-point metals such as lead, aluminum, zinc, and tin. These […]

What Are Vibratory Inclined Conveyors? Vibratory inclined conveyors are a cost-effective way to transport castings, scrap, sand, and other materials from one level of a facility to another. They are used in foundries that want to increase production volume without expanding or completely rebuilding their facility. Foundries benefit from vibrating inclined conveyors because they integrate […]

About Pilanesberg Platinum Mine Pilanesberg Platinum Mine (PPM) is a platinum mining company based in South Africa owned by Sedibelo Resources. PPM operates a well-structured organization that produces high-quality precious metals and has a strong focus on innovation to improve its processes. PPM has always been committed to sustainable mining practices. It is dedicated to […]

Mining 4.0 Defined Mining 4.0 derives from Industry 4.0, a term for the fourth industrial revolution. Several other industries have their own version of Industry 4.0, such as Foundry 4.0 for the foundry and metalcasting industry. For mining specifically, this revolution is characterized by the integration of modern mining technology, increased automation, and the use […]

What is Manufactured Wood? Manufactured wood, also known as engineered wood or composite wood, is a type of wood product crafted by combining wood fibers, chips, or sawdust with adhesives and compressing them under high heat and pressure. This process creates a durable and versatile material that closely resembles natural wood in appearance and texture. […]