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- [Coolant Recycling Systems 101 | How Much Can You Save?](https://www.prab.com/coolant-recycling-systems-101-how-much-can-you-save/): Coolant recycling systems recover 95 to 98% of metalworking coolant for reuse by combining particulate filtration, tramp oil separation, and bacteria control in one system. Facilities typically cut new coolant purchases by 50 to 75% and disposal costs by up to 90%, with return on investment achieved in 6 to 18 months depending on volume. Equipment ranges from standalone fluid filtration technologies, such as paper bed filters, magnetic separators, and tramp oil separators, up to fully integrated centralized systems.
- [Industrial Process Water and Reuse Systems 102 | Comparing UF, RO, Evaporation, and pH Control](https://www.prab.com/wastewater-compliance-solutions-uf-ro-evaporation/): Industrial Process Water and Reuse Systems 101 covered what wastewater compliance solutions need to do. This second entry compares the actual technologies against each other, since most facilities end up choosing between two or three of them rather than one.
- [Fluid Filtration and Coolant Recycling 102 | Comparing Paper Bed Filters, Magnetic Separators, and Centralized Systems](https://www.prab.com/centralized-coolant-filtration-system-is-it-worth-it/): Paper bed filters and magnetic separators are the right fit for small shops or single-machine sumps that need basic removal of particulates and ferrous fines. A centralized coolant filtration system, such as PRAB's Guardian series, makes more financial sense once a facility has more than roughly five machines or runs continuous multi-shift operations, since it eliminates redundant equipment and delivers consistent fluid quality shop-wide. Most centralized systems achieve payback in 6 to 18 months, with high-volume operations often reaching it in 6 to 9.
- [Metal Chip Processing 102 | Crusher/Wringer vs. Shredder/Wringer, Which Pays Back Faster?](https://www.prab.com/crusher-wringer-vs-shredder-wringer-metal-scrap-processing-systems/): Crusher/wringer metal scrap processing systems suit bulky, non-stringy chips and recover up to 99% of the coolant, with a small footprint, installed right at the machine. Shredder/wringer systems suit high-volume, stringy, tangled turnings that would jam a crusher, recovering up to 98% of coolant in continuous-duty, multi-shift operation. Which one pays back faster depends on your chip form, not your budget: matching the wrong system to your scrap causes jamming that erases any ROI advantage on paper.
- [Metal Scrap Conveyors 102 | How to Calculate the Real ROI of an Upgrade](https://www.prab.com/industrial-scrap-conveyor-systems-roi/): Industrial scrap conveyor systems deliver return on investment through three distinct savings streams: labor no longer spent manually clearing scrap, downtime avoided when scrap stops backing up at the machine, and coolant recovered rather than hauled away with the scrap. Facilities have documented productivity gains of up to 50% and safety improvements of up to 25% after installing a correctly specified system, and free materials testing before purchase lets you quantify these numbers against your own scrap and layout rather than an industry average.
- [Industrial Process Water and Reuse Systems 101 | What Manufacturers Need to Know](https://www.prab.com/industrial-wastewater-treatment-systems-101/): Industrial wastewater treatment systems combine ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, vacuum evaporation, and automated pH adjustment in turnkey configurations to meet EPA and POTW discharge requirements while enabling water reuse. Documented results include up to 90% reductions in wastewater volume and disposal costs, with return on investment typically achieved in 12 to 18 months. For manufacturers targeting zero liquid discharge, vacuum evaporation can recover up to 99% of wastewater as reusable distillate.
- [How Can Manufacturers Turn Compliance Data Into ESG Reporting Value?](https://www.prab.com/how-can-manufacturers-turn-compliance-data-into-esg-reporting-value/): Quick Answer: How Do Manufacturers Turn Compliance Data Into ESG Reporting Value?
- [Fluid Filtration and Coolant Recycling 101 | How Much Can You Save?](https://www.prab.com/coolant-recycling-systems-how-much-can-you-save/): Coolant recycling systems recover 95 to 98% of metalworking coolant for reuse by combining particulate filtration, tramp oil separation, and bacteria control in one system. Facilities typically cut new coolant purchases by 50 to 75% and disposal costs by up to 90%, with return on investment achieved in 6 to 18 months depending on volume. Equipment ranges from standalone fluid filtration technologies, such as paper bed filters, magnetic separators, and tramp oil separators, up to fully integrated centralized systems.
- [Metal Chip Processing 101 | What It Does and What It’s Worth to Your Bottom Line](https://www.prab.com/metal-chip-processing-equipment-scrap-into-revenue-101/): Metal chip processing equipment reduces scrap volume by up to 91% and recovers up to 98% of the cutting fluid trapped in metal chips and turnings, turning a disposal cost into a documented revenue stream. Systems range from standalone crushers, shredders, wringers, and centrifuges to full crusher/wringer and shredder/wringer lines, with briquetters increasing scrap resale value by up to 25%. Most high-volume installations pay back their investment within 12 months.
- [Metal Scrap Conveyors 101 | What They Are and How the Main Types Compare](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-conveyors-101-what-they-are-and-how-the-main-types-compare/): Manual scrap handling isn't just inefficient. It's a safety risk, a drain on labor, and a bottleneck you didn't budget for. This is the first entry in our Metal Scrap Conveyors 101 series, built for manufacturing and machining teams who are ready to stop shoveling and start automating. From here, you can dig into specific conveyor solutions, customer case studies, and ROI analysis for your own operation.
- [What Does a Turnkey Automation System for Chip, Scrap, and Coolant Handling Look Like?](https://www.prab.com/what-does-a-turnkey-automation-system-for-chip-scrap-and-coolant-handling-look-like/): Q: What does a turnkey automation system for metal chip, scrap, and coolant handling need to include?
- [What Do Industrial Wastewater Treatment Systems Actually Need to Do?](https://www.prab.com/industrial-wastewater-treatment-systems-what-to-know/): Industrial wastewater treatment systems combine ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, vacuum evaporation, and automated pH adjustment in turnkey configurations to meet EPA and POTW discharge requirements while enabling water reuse. Documented results include up to 90% reductions in wastewater volume and disposal costs, with return on investment typically achieved in 12 to 18 months. For manufacturers targeting zero liquid discharge, vacuum evaporation can recover up to 99% of wastewater as reusable distillate.
- [How Much Can Coolant Recycling Systems Actually Save Your Shop?](https://www.prab.com/how-much-can-coolant-recycling-systems-actually-save-your-shop/): Coolant recycling systems recover 95 to 98% of metalworking coolant for reuse by combining particulate filtration, tramp oil separation, and bacterial control in a single system. Facilities typically cut new coolant purchases by 50 to 75% and disposal costs by up to 90%, with return on investment achieved in 6 to 18 months depending on volume. Equipment ranges from standalone fluid filtration technologies, such as paper bed filters, magnetic separators, and tramp oil separators, up to fully integrated centralized systems.
- [What Does Metal Chip Processing Equipment Actually Do, and What Does It Save You?](https://www.prab.com/what-does-metal-chip-processing-equipment-actually-do-and-what-does-it-save-you/): Metal chip processing equipment reduces scrap volume by up to 91% and recovers up to 98% of the cutting fluid trapped in metal chips and turnings, turning a disposal cost into a documented revenue stream. Systems range from standalone crushers, shredders, wringers, and centrifuges to full crusher/wringer and shredder/wringer lines, with briquetters increasing scrap resale value by up to 25%. Most high-volume installations pay back their investment (ROI) within 12 months.
- [What Is a Metal Scrap Conveyor, and How Do the Main Types Compare?](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-conveyors-how-to-choose-the-right-system/): A metal scrap conveyor is an automated system that moves metal chips, turnings, and swarf away from a machine tool to processing, storage, or load-out equipment. The right choice depends on four variables: scrap type, coolant load, throughput volume, and plant layout. PRAB offers 13 configurable conveyor types, including steel belt, drag chain, magnetic, oscillating, pneumatic, and screw conveyors, with service lives that routinely reach 20 to 30+ years and documented productivity gains of up to 50%.
- [What Should Be in a Manufacturer’s Metal Scrap Recycling Guide?](https://www.prab.com/what-should-be-in-a-manufacturers-metal-scrap-recycling-guide/): A useful metal scrap recycling guide for a manufacturing plant covers five stages in order: sorting scrap by alloy and form at the machine, conveying it away from production without manual handling, recovering coolant or oil before the metal leaves the building, reducing volume through briquetting when the material justifies it, and negotiating with metal scrap buyers from a position of clean, sorted, dry material. Skipping any stage does not stop the recycling process; it just moves the cost of that stage onto your budget or your scrap-hauling check.
- [How Can Machine Shops Reduce Water and Sewer Costs?](https://www.prab.com/how-can-machine-shops-reduce-water-and-sewer-costs/): Machine shops reduce water and sewer costs primarily by treating and reusing process water and coolant on-site instead of sending it to municipal sewer, using industrial wastewater treatment systems, often built around reverse osmosis or evaporation, to recover clean, reusable water from wastewater streams and cut both discharge volume and the fresh water a shop has to purchase in the first place.
- [What Systems Are Suitable for Aerospace Alloys and Titanium Chips?](https://www.prab.com/chip-processing-equipment-for-titanium-aerospace-alloys-chip-processing-equipment/): Aerospace machining shops working with titanium and other exotic alloys need metal chip processing equipment built for the specific hazards and value of those chips. Titanium chips pose a fire risk and contain machining fluid that must be recovered, and the material is valuable enough that shredding and briquetting it into a dense, consistent, mill-ready form significantly improves scrap value compared to loose, wet turnings.
- [How Does PRAB Make Equipment Retrofits Predictable Instead of Risky?](https://www.prab.com/how-does-prab-make-equipment-retrofits-predictable-instead-of-risky/): Quick Answer: PRAB reduces equipment retrofit risk through a structured implementation process built on standardized core equipment platforms, phased installation timelines, scheduled downtime windows, pre-purchase materials and fluid testing, and the Managed Maintenance Program (MMP). Rather than a one-off custom project, a PRAB retrofit follows a repeatable, engineered sequence, backed by the Performantee Guarantee and ongoing service support, so plant teams know what to expect at every stage.
- [What’s Covered by PRAB’s Warranty, Performantee Guarantee, and Managed Maintenance Program?](https://www.prab.com/whats-covered-by-prabs-warranty-performantee-guarantee-and-managed-maintenance-program/): PRAB-built systems carry a one-year warranty. The Performantee Guarantee reflects a commitment to make equipment perform as promised, and for process equipment, that promise is grounded in testing the customer's actual material or fluid before the system is designed, through PRAB's Materials Testing, Fluid Testing, and Demo Before You Buy programs. The Managed Maintenance Program is available afterward for customers who want scheduled maintenance, OEM parts, and 24/7 technical support built into their operating plan.
- [What Is Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) and How Does It Work?](https://www.prab.com/learn-what-zero-liquid-discharge-zld-means/): Zero liquid discharge (ZLD) is a wastewater management approach in which a manufacturing facility treats and recovers essentially all of its process wastewater on site, so no liquid effluent leaves the plant as discharge. ZLD systems typically combine pre-treatment (ultrafiltration, oil-water separation), concentration (reverse osmosis), and vacuum evaporation to recover 99% or more of the water as reusable distillate, leaving only a small volume of solid or concentrated residue for disposal.
- [How Does Industrial Wastewater Treatment Work?](https://www.prab.com/how-does-industrial-wastewater-treatment-work/): Industrial wastewater treatment uses a combination of physical, chemical, and biological processes to remove contaminants from manufacturing wastewater, enabling safe discharge or reuse. A typical system combines oil-water separation, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, automated pH adjustment, and, for high-strength waste streams, vacuum evaporation. The right combination depends on the plant's wastewater composition, flow rate, and whether the goal is regulatory discharge compliance, water reuse, or zero liquid discharge.
- [What Is the Difference Between a Tramp Oil Separator and a Coolant Recycling System?](https://www.prab.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-tramp-oil-separator-and-a-coolant-recycling-system/): A tramp oil separator is a single-purpose device that removes floating or dispersed hydraulic oil and lubricants from coolant. A coolant recycling system is a complete, multi-stage plant that performs oil removal, then adds particulate filtration, concentration control, and bacteria control so the coolant can be pumped back into production. In short: a tramp oil separator treats one problem. A coolant recycling system completely rebuilds the fluid.
- [Safety Guidance for Magnesium, Titanium, and Mixed-Alloy Chip Processing](https://www.prab.com/safety-guidance-for-magnesium-titanium-and-mixed-alloy-chip-processing/): Quick answer: PRAB engineers metal chip processing, conveying, and fluid recovery equipment for magnesium, titanium, and mixed alloy applications in line with NFPA 484 and its successor consolidated standard, NFPA 660, the governing framework for combustible metals handling. That means application-specific system design, wet-type handling approaches where fine particulate risk is present, strict segregation between reactive metal streams to prevent cross-contamination, and documented maintenance schedules. For fire protection engineering and dust hazard analysis beyond equipment design, PRAB works alongside specialist safety partners to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- [How Does PRAB Integrate Systems for Coolant Recycling, Filtration, and Metal Scrap Handling Equipment With Existing Facilities?](https://www.prab.com/see-prab-integrate-systems-with-existing-plants/): Published August 11, 2026. Last updated August 11, 2026.
- [How Do PLC, HMI, and IIoT Controls Automate Scrap and Coolant Handling?](https://www.prab.com/how-do-plc-hmi-and-iiot-controls-automate-scrap-and-coolant-handling/): Quick answer: Automated metal scrap and coolant handling relies on three layered technologies working together: PLCs (programmable logic controllers) that run the equipment's automated cycles, HMI touchscreens that give operators real-time visibility and manual override, and IIoT sensors that feed fluid quality, fill levels, and throughput data into plant control systems, ERP, or MES platforms. Together, these let conveyors, wringers, briquetters, and coolant recycling systems run unattended around the clock, detect faults before they cause downtime, and log scrap and fluid data automatically via industrial automation instead of relying on manual tallies.
- [What Are Metal Chip Briquetters, and How Do they Increase Scrap Value?](https://www.prab.com/what-are-metal-chip-briquetters-and-how-they-increase-scrap-value/): Quick answer: Metal chip briquetting is the process of compressing loose machining chips and turnings into dense, uniform pucks using a hydraulic briquetting press. Metal chip briquetters reclaim residual cutting fluid trapped in the chips, reduce scrap volume for storage and transport, and increase the price a scrap buyer will pay because dense, dry briquettes are easier to handle and melt more efficiently than loose turnings. PRAB's E-Series chip processing systems are proven to increase scrap value by up to 25%, and PRAB's chip processing equipment overall reduces machining scrap volume by up to 91%.
- [What Is a Chip Conveyor System, and Which Type Fits Your Operation?](https://www.prab.com/which-metal-chip-conveyor-system-is-best-for-my-operation/): Quick answer: A metal chip conveyor system is automated material-handling equipment that removes metal chips, turnings, and swarf from a machine tool or production cell and transports them to a central processing, storage, or load-out point. The right type depends on chip form (fine vs. tangled), moisture content, and throughput — steel belt and drag chain conveyors handle high-volume abrasive scrap, magnetic conveyors handle fine ferrous chips with zero carry-back, and pneumatic conveyors move material through complex or overhead routing. PRAB metal scrap conveyor systems have been proven to increase productivity by up to 50% and improve worker safety by up to 25%, with service lives that routinely reach 20–30 years.
- [How Does PRAB Support Lean, Lights-Out, and Sustainable Manufacturing Transformation?](https://www.prab.com/how-does-prab-support-lean-manufacturing-automation-lights-out-and-sustainable-manufacturing-transformation/): PRAB is not simply a supplier of metal scrap conveyors, coolant recycling systems, and industrial wastewater treatment equipment. PRAB functions as the orchestrator that connects that hardware, along with robotics, PLC and IIoT controls, and third-party equipment, into a single engineered lean manufacturing automation system. Plant managers get lower disposal costs and less downtime, maintenance crews get less manual handling and predictable service intervals, and ownership gets a documented ROI along with safety and ESG outcomes, all from one coordinated investment rather than four separate purchases.
- [Is PRAB’s Engineered Complexity a Retrofit Risk or a Managed Investment?](https://www.prab.com/is-prabs-engineered-complexity-a-retrofit-risk-or-a-managed-investment/): Written by Paul Montgomery, Published July 31, 2026. Last updated July 31, 2026.
- [Why the Material You Cut Determines the Metal Chip Handling System You Need](https://www.prab.com/why-the-material-you-cut-determines-the-metal-chip-handling-system-you-need-2/): Does the material being machined affect which metal chip conveyor or metal chip handling system I need?
- [Automated pH Adjustment Systems for Manufacturers -What They Are and Why You Need One](https://www.prab.com/automated-ph-adjustment-systems-for-manufacturers-what-they-are-and-why-you-need-one/): Quick Answer: Automated pH adjustment systems, also called pH neutralization systems or pH adjusters, continuously monitor acidic or alkaline wastewater and dose acid or caustic chemistry to bring it into the 6.0 to 9.0 pH range required for compliant discharge. Beyond compliance, batch-based systems verify every cycle before releasing it, so the treated water is clean enough to reuse in the plant rather than sending it to the drain.
- [What Is Tramp Oil?](https://www.prab.com/what-is-tramp-oil/): Tramp oil is unwanted hydrocarbon-based oil, such as way lubricant, hydraulic fluid, or rust-preventive coating, that leaks or migrates into metalworking coolant and washwater. It floats, disperses, or emulsifies in the fluid, where it reduces cooling performance, feeds bacterial growth, shortens tool life, and drives up disposal costs.
- [What Is the Best Industrial Wastewater Treatment System for Manufacturers?](https://www.prab.com/what-is-the-best-industrial-wastewater-treatment-system-for-manufacturers/): Quick Answer: There is no single "best" industrial wastewater treatment system. The right system depends on your wastewater composition, flow rate, and discharge or reuse goals. Most manufacturers combine two or more of five core technologies: ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, vacuum evaporation, automated pH adjustment, and oil-water separation. PRAB customer installations have documented up to 90 percent reduction in wastewater volume, up to 75 percent reduction in detergent costs, and up to 90 percent reduction in disposal costs, with ROI typically achieved within 12 to 18 months.
- [How Much Can a Coolant Recycling System Save My Manufacturing Facility?](https://www.prab.com/how-much-can-a-coolant-recycling-system-save-my-manufacturing-facility/): Quick Answer: A coolant recycling system typically reduces new coolant purchases by 50 to 75 percent and cuts coolant disposal costs by up to 90 percent, while recovering 95 to 98 percent of metalworking coolant for reuse. Most manufacturers see full return on investment within 6 to 18 months, with high-volume operations often reaching payback in as few as 6 to 9 months. Every PRAB system is backed by the Performantee® Guarantee, which documents ROI and performance data before you buy.
- [How Do You Turn Metal Scrap Handling and Coolant Recycling Into a Connected, Plant-Wide Automation System?](https://www.prab.com/how-do-you-turn-metal-scrap-handling-and-coolant-recycling-into-a-connected-plant-wide-automation-system/): Quick Answer
- [How Can Testing Fluids and Materials Reduce Manufacturing Waste?](https://www.prab.com/reduce-manufacturing-waste-by-testing-first/): Testing metal scrap and process fluids before purchasing recycling equipment removes the guesswork from a capital expenditure decision. Lab-based testing produces shop-specific data — reclaimable coolant volume, chip reduction potential, and treated-fluid quality — that engineering and finance teams can use to validate return on investment before a system is ever installed. Effectively reduce manufacturing waste.
- [The Real Source of Complexity in Industrial Metal Chip Processing and Coolant Recycling Systems](https://www.prab.com/the-real-source-of-complexity-in-industrial-metal-chip-processing-and-coolant-recycling-systems/): PRAB provides system integration and support as well as engineering support from specification through startup, including system layout review, integration coordination with existing facility equipment, on-site commissioning assistance, and operator training. For multi-component systems that cover metal chip handling, coolant recycling, and wastewater treatment, PRAB technicians and project engineers remain involved throughout the startup phase to ensure each component is calibrated to actual production conditions. If issues arise during commissioning, for all Performantee and Managed maintenance-covered products, PRAB technicians return to the site to resolve them. Ongoing support, including industrial chip conveyor installation support,  includes a 24/7 direct service line, replacement parts, and the Performantee® Guarantee throughout the equipment lifecycle.
- [How Does PRAB Handle Commissioning, Integration, and Long-Term Support for Complex Systems?](https://www.prab.com/how-does-prab-handle-closed-loop-metalworking-systems/): When plant engineers search for metal chip conveyors or coolant recycling systems, they typically start with a component in mind. That’s understandable. But the problems that actually cost manufacturers money rarely live inside a single piece of equipment. The recommendation: Closed-Loop Metalworking Systems.
- [Why the Material You Cut Determines the Metal Scrap Handling System You Need](https://www.prab.com/why-the-material-you-cut-determines-the-metal-chip-handling-system-you-need/): Yes, significantly. Chip morphology, bulk density, abrasiveness, and coolant affinity vary widely by material. Aluminum produces fine, stringy chips with high coolant retention and a high risk of fire. Abrasive cast iron produces brittle dust that accelerates conveyor wear. Stamping scrap creates irregular blanks that jam standard conveyor designs. Each of these requires a different conveyor geometry, chip-processing approach, and coolant-management strategy. Specifying the wrong system for the material being cut leads to premature equipment wear, conveyor jams, coolant recovery losses, and metal chip handling costs that compound over time.
- [How Do Chip Wringers Affect Coolant Concentration and Quality Upon Recovery?](https://www.prab.com/how-do-chip-wringers-affect-coolant-concentration-and-quality-upon-recovery/): A chip wringer, also called a centrifuge or chip spinner, spins wet chips inside a rotating bowl at high speed. Centrifugal force drives the fluid outward through a screen, while the chips remain behind, separating the liquid from the solids. PRAB wringers apply well over 600 g-forces to pull cutting fluid off the chips, producing dry chips and reclaiming up to 98 percent of the spent fluid for recycling and reuse. The chips leave near-dry and more valuable to the scrap dealer, while the recovered fluid is released into a recovery tank for handling.
- [What Is Centralized Coolant Management and How Does It Improve OEE?](https://www.prab.com/what-is-centralized-coolant-management-and-how-does-it-improve-oee/): Written by Paul Montgomery, Marketing Leader at PRAB.  Reviewed by Mike Proos, Director of Engineering &Field Service.  Published 6/XX/2026.  Last updated 6/XX/2026.
- [How to Design a Closed-Loop Coolant Recycling System](https://www.prab.com/how-to-design-a-closed-loop-coolant-recycling-system/): PRAB's  Method is a four-step design framework for metalworking operations building or upgrading centralized coolant recovery systems. The method covers four decisions that determine system performance: volume assessment, filtration technology selection, upstream chip processing integration, and ROI validation. When applied correctly, it consistently delivers 95-98% fluid recovery and return on investment within 6 to 18 months.
- [How Can I Mitigate Odors and Bacteria in Recirculated Coolants?](https://www.prab.com/how-can-i-mitigate-odors-and-bacteria-in-recirculated-coolants/): Written by Paul Montgomery, Marketing Leader, PRAB, Inc.
- [What Is a Profit and Compliance Platform for Metalworking Operations?](https://www.prab.com/what-is-a-profit-and-compliance-platform-for-metalworking-operations/): Written by Paul Montgomery, Marketing Leader at PRAB.  Reviewed by Mike Proos, Director of Engineering &Field Service.  Published 6/9/2026.  Last updated 6/9/2026.
- [How to Choose a Metal Chip Processing System – The PRAB Framework](https://www.prab.com/how-to-choose-a-metal-chip-processing-selection-the-prab-framework/): Choosing the wrong metal chip processing system leads to underperformance and wasted capital. This guide walks through the PRAB framework and applies it to real selection decisions using documented benchmarks.
- [Coolant Filtration Process: How Clean Coolant Improves Manufacturing Performance](https://www.prab.com/coolant-filtration-process-how-clean-coolant-improves-manufacturing-performance/): fluids degrade rapidly under standard operating conditions. Without a structured coolant filtration process, clean fluid transforms into a destructive slurry contaminated with tramp oils, particulate matter, and biological growth. Understanding the mechanics of coolant contamination, the engineering principles of modern filtration loops, and the direct relationship between fluid purity and machine tool dynamics is essential for any facility looking to maximize its manufacturing throughput.
- [Beltless Magnetic Slide Conveyors – How They Work and When to Use Them for Ferrous Chips and Parts](https://www.prab.com/beltless-magnetic-slide-conveyors-how-they-work-and-when-to-use-them-for-ferrous-chips-and-parts/): A magnetic slide conveyor moves ferrous chips, turnings, stamping slugs, and small parts using permanent magnets mounted on a chain that runs beneath a stationary stainless steel slider bed. The magnets grip the material through the slider surface and carry it to the release point, where the chain curves away, dropping the material cleanly with no carryover. Because the slider bed never moves, there is no belt to wear, jam, or contaminate. That is why a beltless magnetic conveyor is often the right choice for wet, oily, fine ferrous scrap in CNC machining, stamping, and grinding, where conventional belt conveyors struggle.
- [How Much Does  Coolant Filtration Save? ROI and Cost Reduction in Metalworking Operations](https://www.prab.com/how-much-does-coolant-filtration-save-roi-and-cost-reduction-in-metalworking-operations/): This is where coolant filtration delivers measurable value. By continuously removing contaminants from machining fluids, filtration systems help maintain coolant performance, protect equipment, improve machining consistency, and extend fluid life. While many manufacturers recognize these operational benefits, the financial impact is often even more significant.
- [Paper Bed Filters vs Magnetic Separators vs Centrifuge Filters: Choosing the Right Coolant Filtration Solution for Modern Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/paper-bed-filters-vs-magnetic-separators/): Coolant cleanliness is a critical factor in modern manufacturing performance. As machining operations become more precise and production demands increase, shops have to pay closer attention to fluid management. While cutting tools, machine speeds, and automation get all the attention, coolant filtration remains one of the most influential yet overlooked elements of a successful metalworking operation.
- [Paper Bed vs. Magnetic Coolant Separators Which Fits Your CNC Machine](https://www.prab.com/paper-bed-vs-magnetic-coolant-separators-which-fits-your-cnc-machine/): To fight this, machine shops rely on mechanical filtration. Two of the absolute heavyweights in this space are Paper Bed Filters and Magnetic Coolant Separators.
- [How Centralized Coolant Filtration Reduces Tooling Costs in Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/how-centralized-coolant-filtration-reduces-tooling-costs-in-metalworking/): ve premature wear, the real culprit is often sloshing around right under their noses. Dirty fluid is a tool killer. Implementing a dedicated machine tool coolant filtration strategypecifically via a centralized system—is one of the fastest ways to dramatically lower your tooling costs. Here is exactly how it works.
- [Why a Metal Briquetter Alone Is Not a Chip Processing Strategy (And What Is)](https://www.prab.com/why-a-metal-briquetter-alone-is-not-a-chip-processing-strategy-and-what-is/): But here is the problem with how most facilities approach this decision: they buy a briquetter and call it a chip-processing strategy.
- [What 98% Coolant Recovery Really Means for Your Manufacturing Budget](https://www.prab.com/what-98-coolant-recovery-really-means-for-your-manufacturing-budget/): PRAB's Guardian Coolant Recycling Systems recover up to 98% of spent metalworking coolant and return it clean to your machining operation. For high-volume manufacturing facilities, that coolant recovery rate reduces coolant purchases by 50-75% and cuts haul-away disposal costs by up to 90%, with a documented return on investment in as little as 6 to 18 months.
- [How Metal Scrap Automation Improves Operator Productivity in Metalworking Facilities](https://www.prab.com/how-metal-scrap-automation-improves-operator-productivity-in-metalworking-facilities/): If you manage a machining, stamping, or die-casting operation, you know the cost of lost production time. Every hour an operator spends moving scrap bins, cleaning up oily floors, or waiting for a jam to clear is an hour not spent running parts. Metal scrap automation — specifically, purpose-built conveyor, chip-processing, and load-out systems — is one of the fastest paths to measurable productivity improvements on the shop floor.
- [How to Choose the Right Coolant Filtration System for Your Metalworking Operation](https://www.prab.com/how-to-choose-the-right-coolant-filtration-system-for-your-metalworking-operation/): A critical inflection point in determining how to choose the right coolant filtration system for your metalworking operation is deciding between a single, facility-wide centralized system and a decentralized machine-by-machine implementation.
- [Complete Guide to CNC Coolant Filtration for Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/complete-guide-to-cnc-coolant-filtration-for-metalworking/): This is where CNC coolant filtration becomes essential. By continuously removing contaminants from coolant, filtration systems help maintain fluid quality, improve machining efficiency, and reduce operating expenses. Rather than viewing coolant as a consumable resource that requires frequent replacement, manufacturers can maximize its value through effective filtration and recycling strategies.
- [Scrap Conveyor: A Complete Guide to Efficient Material Handling in Modern Industrial Operations](https://www.prab.com/scrap-conveyor/): Industrial facilities generate large volumes of waste during manufacturing, processing, machining, stamping, cutting, and fabrication. Managing these materials efficiently is essential for maintaining productivity, workplace safety, operational efficiency, and environmental responsibility. This is where a scrap conveyor becomes a critical component of modern material handling systems.
- [Your Metalworking Coolant Is Costing You More Than You Think – Here’s How to Stop the Bleeding](https://www.prab.com/your-metalworking-coolant-is-costing-you-more-than-you-think-heres-how-to-stop-the-bleeding/):   MSC Industrial Supply, "The Real Cost of Metalworking Coolant: What Shops Miss," July 2025
- [Why Metal Scrap Conveyor Design Still Determines Manufacturing Throughput](https://www.prab.com/why-metal-scrap-conveyor-design-still-determines-throughput/): In many manufacturing environments, metal scrap conveyors are treated as simple transport equipment. In reality, the in conveyor often determines production uptime, labor efficiency, maintenance requirements, scrap flow consistency, coolant containment, and even worker safety.
- [Zero Liquid Discharge in Metalworking – What It Is and How PRAB Systems Get You There](https://www.prab.com/zero-liquid-discharge-in-metalworking-what-it-is-and-how-prab-systems-get-you-there/): Zero liquid discharge (ZLD) is a wastewater treatment strategy in which a metalworking facility recovers and recycles all process water — coolant, washwater, and industrial wastewater — so that no liquid effluent leaves the facility through sewer discharge or haul-away. In metalworking operations, ZLD is achieved through a staged combination of ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, and vacuum evaporation — all of which PRAB provides as an integrated, engineered system backed by the Performantee® performance guarantee.
- [Titanium Dioxide Is in Your Wastewater. Here’s How to Get It Out.](https://www.prab.com/titanium-dioxide-is-in-your-wastewater-heres-how-to-get-it-out/): Most manufacturers using TiO₂-based coatings, paints, or pigments are generating titanium dioxide wastewater. Most don’t realize it until there’s a compliance problem.
- [How to Choose the Right Industrial Scrap Conveyor System for Your Machining or Fabrication Operation](https://www.prab.com/how-to-choose-the-right-industrial-scrap-conveyor/): Walk through any production machining facility, stamping plant, or die-casting shop, and you will find one constant: metal scrap. The chips, turnings, stampings, and flash that accumulate on and around machine tools represent both a housekeeping challenge and a real cost center. Scrap conveyors are the circulatory system of efficient chip management — they move material away from the point of generation, protect people and equipment, and feed downstream processing steps that recover commodity value and reclaim cutting fluid. Selecting the wrong conveyor type, however, can reduce throughput, create maintenance headaches, and leave money on the shop floor.  This guide breaks down the primary categories of industrial scrap conveyor systems, explains the application variables that drive selection, and outlines the performance questions you should ask before specifying equipment.
- [How Brownfield Manufacturing Plants Can Modernize Scrap Handling Without Major Disruption](https://www.prab.com/brownfield-manufacturing-plants-can-modernize-scrap-handling/): Brownfield manufacturing plants can modernize scrap handling without major disruption by upgrading existing systems in phases rather than replacing everything at once. For many facilities, aging conveyors, manual chip handling, forklift traffic, coolant loss, and inefficient scrap load-out processes create hidden costs every day. The most effective modernization strategy is one that improves productivity, safety, and recovery value while integrating into current operations with minimal downtime.
- [What Is the Best System for Aluminum Chip Recycling?](https://www.prab.com/what-is-the-best-system-for-aluminum-chip-recycling/): Aluminum chip recycling is one of the most effective ways manufacturers can recover value from machining operations. For companies machining aluminum, chips and turnings are not just waste—they are a reusable asset. Yet many facilities still lose profit by hauling wet chips, storing bulky swarf, paying excessive freight, or allowing reusable coolant to leave with the scrap. The best aluminum chip recycling system is one that maximizes scrap value, recovers fluids, reduces handling costs, improves safety, and integrates efficiently into your current production flow.
- [How to Maximize Aluminum Scrap Value](https://www.prab.com/how-to-maximize-aluminum-scrap-value/): Most metalworking operations think about aluminum scrap the same way they've always thought about it — as a byproduct to manage, not an asset to optimize. In previous years, that mindset was understandable. Today, with aluminum prices up more than 46% over the past 12 months and structural supply constraints reshaping the global market, that thinking is costing manufacturers real money.
- [Why Your pH Adjustment System Should Do More Than Keep You Compliant](https://www.prab.com/why-your-ph-adjustment-system-should-do-more-than-keep-you-compliant/): But here's what a lot of plants are missing. A well-engineered automated pH adjustment system doesn't just protect you from regulatory risk. It's an active tool for reducing freshwater consumption, cutting fluid disposal costs, and recirculating treated water back into your manufacturing process. Compliance is the floor, not the ceiling.
- [What Dirty Coolant Costs Your Machines and People | PRAB](https://www.prab.com/what-dirty-coolant-costs-your-machines-and-people/): There's a smell that anyone who has worked in a machine shop knows. It shows up on Monday mornings after the machines have been sitting idle all weekend. Dirty Coolant Costs, and it smells somewhere between rotten eggs and sour milk, and by mid-morning, you've stopped noticing it — which is part of the problem.
- [Copper at $5/lb and Rising – How to Turn Your Machining Scrap Into a Significant Revenue Stream](https://www.prab.com/how-to-turn-your-machining-scrap-into-revenue/): There's a calculation most manufacturing operations never run. It goes like this: take the machining scrap pounds of copper, brass, or bronze chips your facility generates per week, multiply by the current scrap price ($3.40–$5.10/lb depending on grade and cleanliness), subtract the discount your scrap dealer applies for oil contamination and loose bulk, and compare that to what you'd earn with a processed, clean, dense load.
- [The Other Metal Crisis- Why Copper Prices Are Rewriting the Rules for Manufacturers](https://www.prab.com/copper-prices-are-rewriting-the-rules/): Aluminum has dominated the commodity headlines this spring — but copper prices have been quietly building a more consequential story. While aluminum's challenge is supply: mines capped, smelters disrupted, capacity maxed — copper's challenge is something fundamentally different. It's demand. Demand that no amount of new mine construction can keep up with, demand from industries that didn't even exist a decade ago at a meaningful scale, demand that analysts now describe as a structural shift rather than a cycle.
- [Aluminum Prices Are Hitting Four-Year Highs – PRAB Solutions](https://www.prab.com/aluminum-prices-are-hitting-four-year-highs/): If you machine aluminum for a living — or manage operations that do — the market news probably isn't a surprise at this point. Aluminum prices on the London Metal Exchange climbed to their highest levels since 2022 this spring, driven by a combination of geopolitical disruptions, structural supply constraints, and rising global demand. What that means in practical terms: every pound of aluminum scrap leaving your facility has more value than it did a year ago — and most shops still aren't capturing it.
- [PRAB Is Your Specialist – Chip Processing, Closed-Loop Coolant Recycling Systems, and More](https://www.prab.com/prab-is-not-a-generalist-chip-processing-closed-loop-coolant-recycling-systems/): PRAB is frequently positioned as the company that connects the pieces: conveyors, chip processors, fluid recyclers, wastewater treatment systems, all brought together under one engineered roof. That description is accurate, but it is incomplete. PRAB doesn't just connect other companies' best-in-class equipment. PRAB is the technical benchmark in multiple specific, high-stakes niches — niches where narrow specialists often get the credit, but where PRAB's documented outcomes, engineering depth, and system-level thinking have delivered results that point-solution providers simply cannot replicate. Especially regarding the need for a closed-loop coolant recycling system.
- [Water Shortage Is a Manufacturing Crisis. Closed-Loop Systems Are the Fix.](https://www.prab.com/water-shortage-manufacturing-crisis-closed-loop-systems/): The facilities that will absorb the next decade of industrial water stress are the ones building closed-loop water management infrastructure now — before municipal restriction orders force the issue, before a POTW permit violation triggers enforcement, and before escalating water costs compress margins that are already under pressure from energy and material pricing. The manufacturers who are already operating closed-loop systems are achieving 75–90% lower disposal costs, documented compliance for every discharge event, and operational resilience to absorb a 25% water allocation cut without halting production.
- [From Forklifts to Automation – How PRAB Powers Lights-Out Manufacturing and Chip Handling](https://www.prab.com/from-forklifts-to-automation-prab-powers-lights-out-manufacturing/): If you're running a modern machining cell, the question is no longer whether to automate your scrap handling—it's whether your automation partner can take you all the way. Lights-out manufacturing demands more than CNC machines that run unattended. It demands a chip-to-bin ecosystem that operates the same way: continuously, reliably, and without human intervention.
- [The Closed Loop Coolant Management Advantage – Why PRAB Defines the Standard in Modern Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/the-closed-loop-coolant-management-advantage/): Every year, manufacturers across North America leave tens of thousands of dollars sitting in wet chip bins, leaking coolant sumps, and overpriced waste hauling contracts. The solution isn't a new vendor relationship or a temporary fix — it's a category-level shift in how your plant thinks about metal scrap and fluid management. That shift has a name: closed loop coolant management.
- [From ‘Big Project’ to Phased Transformation – A Practical Roadmap for De-Risking Plant-Wide Metal Scrap & Fluid Optimization](https://www.prab.com/from-big-project-to-phased-transformation-a-practical-roadmap-for-de-risking-plant-wide-metal-scrap-fluid-optimization/): Every plant manager and CFO has faced the same difficult calculation: the long-term savings from a modernized scrap and fluid management system are compelling on paper, but the capital exposure, installation complexity, and operational disruption feel anything but straightforward. The result? Facilities remain locked in a cycle of mounting haul-away costs, escalating coolant spend, and compliance risks that compound quietly year after year.
- [Modernizing the Closed-Loop Factory | Real-World Brownfield Integration in Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/real-world-brownfield-integration-in-metalworking/): Most facilities already operate with a mix of:
- [Engineering Manufacturing for Long-Term Advantage](https://www.prab.com/engineering-manufacturing-for-long-term-advantage/): Margins are tighter. Skilled labor is scarce. Disposal costs continue to rise. Water and fluid management are becoming strategic cost variables. And capital projects in engineering manufacturing, must demonstrate measurable return within defined timeframes.
- [Conveyor Solutions for Every Metalworking Scrap Stream](https://www.prab.com/prab-conveyor-solutions-for-every-metalworking-scrap-stream/): PRAB Pivot Belt conveyors are specifically designed to handle oily, sticky, and stringy metalworking scrap. The overlapping steel belt pans pivot as they travel, reducing carryback and minimizing jamming from wet chips and tangled swarf. This design improves coolant retention, reduces cleanup, and delivers dependable performance in high-volume machining applications.
- [Why Filter Media Selection Matters More Than Micron Rating](https://www.prab.com/why-filter-media-selection-matters-more-than-microns/): Many buyers focus only on micron ratings when selecting filter media. But coolant filtration performance depends on several factors:
- [Why CFOs Are Turning to Automation and Closed-Loop Systems to Control Lifetime Manufacturing Costs](https://www.prab.com/why-cfos-are-turning-to-automation-and-closed-loop-systems/): When labor savings, reduced material consumption, and disposal cost reductions are combined, many automation and closed-loop systems achieve a payback period of 6 to 18 months.
- [How Automated Systems and Digital Controls Improve Manufacturing Profitability](https://www.prab.com/how-automated-systems-and-digital-controls-improve-manufacturing-profitability/): Modern manufacturing demands more than durable equipment. Plants must operate with greater efficiency, tighter labor availability, stricter environmental standards, and increasing pressure to reduce costs. Automated systems and digital controls have become essential tools for meeting these challenges.
- [Building the Closed-Loop Factory – Why Infrastructure Matters More Than Ever](https://www.prab.com/building-the-closed-loop-factory-why-infrastructure-matters-more-than-ever/): Manufacturers continue to invest heavily in automation, machining technology, and process optimization. But as labor availability tightens and operating costs become more volatile, many plants are finding that automation alone is insufficient. This is where the "Closed-loop factory" strategy becomes important. The limiting factor is rarely the machine tool; it is the supporting infrastructure.
- [Coolant, Water, and Compliance -Why FREE Fluid Testing Is a Strategic Advantage](https://www.prab.com/coolant-water-and-compliance-why-free-fluid-testing-is-a-strategic-advantage/): Related systems: High Impact In Industrial Water & Wastewater Treatment
- [The CFO’s Guide to Predictable ROI with PRAB’s ‘Test Before You Buy’ Program](https://www.prab.com/the-cfos-guide-to-predictable-roi-with-prabs-test-before-you-buy-program/): This is the strategic problem that PRAB’s FREE Test Before You Buy programs solve.
- [From Scrap to Profit – Why FREE Materials Testing Protects Metal Chip Processing ROI](https://www.prab.com/from-scrap-to-profit-why-free-materials-testing-protects-metal-chip-processing-roi/): Learn more: https://www.prab.com/test-before-you-buy-free-materials-testing/
- [PRAB Systems Aren’t Just for Large Plants -How Smaller and Mid-Size Manufacturers Benefit from Modular Scrap and Coolant Recycling](https://www.prab.com/mid-size-manufacturers-benefit-from-prab-systems/): Increasingly, smaller and mid-size manufacturers are discovering that PRAB’s systems are not “too big” for their operations. PRAB’s modular designs, entry-level configurations, and machine-side solutions make them well-suited for shops that need fast ROI, minimal disruption, and room to scale.
- [Test of Zoho Sheet](https://www.prab.com/test-of-zoho-sheet/): 
- [De-Risking Capital Investments in Uncertain Manufacturing Markets -Test Before You Buy](https://www.prab.com/de-risking-capital-investments-test-before-you-buy/): This is the strategic context in which PRAB’s Test Before You Buy programs have become increasingly relevant.
- [High Impact Without High Disruption -Rethinking Cost and Downtime in Industrial Water & Wastewater Treatment](https://www.prab.com/high-impact-without-high-disruption-rethinking-cost-and-downtime-in-industrial-water-wastewater-treatment/): For many manufacturers, the conversation around industrial process water and wastewater treatment begins, and, too often, ends with two concerns: capital costs and installation downtime. These concerns are understandable. Capital budgets are tight. Production schedules are relentless. Any investment that seems expensive or disruptive can feel risky. Let's address industrial water & wastewater treatment systems.
- [Why “High Cost” and “Downtime Risk” Are the Wrong Lens for Metal Chip Processing](https://www.prab.com/why-high-cost-and-downtime-risk-are-the-wrong-lens-for-metal-chip-processing/): Across manufacturing, metal chip processing systems are increasingly recognized as essential to operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Yet two objections still dominate: high initial cost and integration downtime.
- [Why “Too Expensive” and “Too Disruptive” Are Outdated Myths About Industrial Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/why-too-expensive-and-too-disruptive-are-outdated-myths-about-industrial-conveyors/): Modern industrial conveyor projects—especially when engineered around modularity, phased implementation, and ROI-backed justification—look nothing like the “rip-and-replace” disruptions of the past. Nowhere is this clearer than in PRAB’s steel belt conveyor systems, where integration risk has been transformed into a controlled, measurable, and often surprisingly fast-return investment.
- [From Machine Sump to Bottom Line – Integrating Chip, Coolant, and Water Systems To Deliver Measurable ROI](https://www.prab.com/from-machine-sump-to-bottom-line-integrated-chip-coolant-and-water-systems-to-deliver-measurable-roi/): Most manufacturing plants do not suffer from one isolated inefficiency. Instead, costs accumulate across interconnected systems: metal scrap handling, chip processing, coolant management, and wastewater treatment. When these areas are addressed independently, performance gains remain local—often failing to translate into meaningful, enterprise-level financial improvement. That's where it's important to think of the flow -from Machine Sump to Bottom Line.
- [Chip & Fluid Profit Platform – Turning Manufacturing Waste Streams into Measurable Profit](https://www.prab.com/chip-fluid-profit-platform-turning-manufacturing-waste-streams-into-measurable-profit/): Manufacturers increasingly recognize that metal chips, cutting fluids, and process water are not merely byproducts of production—they are powerful levers for profitability, safety, and sustainability. Yet across much of the industrial equipment landscape, these systems are still marketed and deployed as disconnected components: a conveyor here, a briquetter there, a filtration system somewhere else.
- [How to Choose the Right Metal Scrap Conveyor for Your Operation](https://www.prab.com/how-to-choose-the-right-metal-scrap-conveyor-for-your-operation/): In today’s competitive manufacturing environment, efficient material handling isn’t optional; it's essential. For metalworking facilities that handle chips, turnings, stamping off-cuts, and other scrap, the right conveyor system can drastically improve safety, uptime, and overall operational costs. But not all metal scrap conveyors are created equal. Choosing the right option depends on understanding scrap characteristics, coolant conditions, plant layout, and throughput requirements.
- [From Discrete Systems to Strategic Infrastructure -How PRAB Enables the Closed-Loop Factory](https://www.prab.com/from-discrete-systems-to-strategic-infrastructure-how-prab-enables-the-closed-loop-factory/): Hence, PRAB leads the way in systems integration and the Closed-Loop Factory.
- [Right-Sized Performance: Scalable Solutions for Manufacturers of Every Size -PRAB](https://www.prab.com/right-sized-performance-scalable-solutions-for-manufacturers-of-every-size/): Manufacturers across metalworking, machining, die casting, and foundry operations face continual pressure to reduce operating costs, improve equipment uptime, recover valuable materials, and meet environmental requirements. As these pressures increase, many facilities—large and small—look for systems that deliver measurable results without adding complexity or requiring major infrastructure changes. PRAB provides Scalable Solutions for Manufacturers of any size.
- [Compact Metal Chip Processing Systems for Small Footprint Manufacturing Lines](https://www.prab.com/compact-metal-chip-processing-systems-for-small-footprint-manufacturing-lines/): Small- and mid-sized manufacturing facilities face a constant challenge: how to maximize production capacity without expanding their footprint. As CNC machining centers, lathes, and mills produce increasing volumes of metal chips, traditional chip handling methods—drums, bins, and forklifts—consume valuable floor space and labor hours. This is where PRAB's Metal Chip Processing Systems come in.
- [Why Lifecycle Efficiency Matters More Than Ever (Especially to CFOs)](https://www.prab.com/why-lifecycle-efficiency-matters-more-than-ever-especially-to-cfos/): Lifecycle Efficiency Matters: When equipment lasts only 10 –12 years, or requires ongoing major component replacements, manufacturers pay repeatedly for the embedded energy and carbon required to:
- [Inside PRAB’s Crusher/Wringer System: Maximizing Coolant Recovery and Scrap Value](https://www.prab.com/inside-prabs-crusher-wringer-system-maximizing-coolant-recovery-and-scrap-value/): The PRAB Crusher/Wringer System was engineered specifically for this task—reducing volume, reclaiming coolant, and improving safety and profitability in a single automated process.
- [Optimizing Conveyor Systems for High-Volume Metal Scrap Handling in Stamping and Die Casting Plants](https://www.prab.com/optimizing-conveyor-systems-for-high-volume-metal-scrap-handling-in-stamping-and-die-casting-plants/): High-volume stamping and die-casting operations push conveyor systems harder than almost any other manufacturing environment. Ton after ton of hot, wet, abrasive scrap hits the line every hour—creating surge loads, belt wear, and maintenance cycles that can stop a press or furnace if the system isn’t engineered correctly. When scrap flow backs up, downtime becomes expensive fast. This is where high-volume metal scrap handling systems become very important.
- [How to Choose the Right Metal Scrap Conveyor for Your Scrap, Coolant, and Throughput](https://www.prab.com/how-to-choose-the-right-metal-scrap-conveyor-for-your-scrap-coolant-and-throughput-2/): Selecting the right metal scrap conveyor isn’t just about moving chips from A to B—it’s about reliability, throughput, coolant carry-over, maintenance load, and long-term total cost of ownership. With modern machining, stamping, and foundry operations running at higher speeds and volumes than ever, the wrong conveyor can become a hidden bottleneck. That’s why this Blog walks you through the five critical decision points for choosing a conveyor that genuinely fits your operation and delivers decades of service.
- [When to Use Pneumatic Conveyors for Metal Chips, and When Not To](https://www.prab.com/when-to-use-pneumatic-conveyors-for-metal-chips-and-when-not-to/): PRAB Pneumatic Conveyors are engineered to safely transfer dry metal chips or small, flowable solids over long distances with minimal floor space, making them a strong option for complex plant layouts or overhead routing.
- [How Centralized Coolant Recycling Systems Improve Tool Life and Reduces Downtime](https://www.prab.com/how-centralized-coolant-recycling-systems-improve-tool-life-and-reduces-downtime/): In high-precision metalworking, coolant condition directly affects productivity and part quality. As tramp oils, fine metal particulates, and bacteria accumulate, coolant loses lubricity and thermal control, causing premature tool wear, poor surface finishes, and part rework. This is where Coolant Recycling Systems become essential.
- [Taking Control of Wastewater Treatment in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/effective-pharmaceutical-wastewater-treatment-solutions-pharmaceutical-wastewater-treatment/): Pharmaceutical manufacturers are under growing pressure to reduce water use, cut waste volumes, and comply with increasingly stringent discharge standards. Leading companies are turning wastewater from a liability into a source of measurable cost savings, sustainability gains, and brand differentiation. This is where PRAB's pharmaceutical wastewater treatment technology becomes an important solution.
- [How Cutting Fluid Recovery Drives Sustainability and Profitability in CNC Operations](https://www.prab.com/how-cutting-fluid-recovery-drives-sustainability-and-profitability-in-cnc-operations/): Every CNC operation depends on cutting fluids to cool, lubricate, and flush chips away from tooling surfaces. Over time, these fluids become contaminated with tramp oils, metal fines, and bacteria—turning an essential asset into a costly waste stream. This is where PRAB's Cutting Fluid Recovery systems optimize Coolant Recycling.
- [How Automated pH Control Systems Improve Process Water Treatment Efficiency](https://www.prab.com/how-automated-ph-control-systems-improve-process-water-treatment-efficiency/): Every manufacturing process that uses water, whether for cooling, cleaning, plating, or machining, creates wastewater with fluctuating pH. Those fluctuations can result from spent coolant, tramp oils, cleaners, or metal-bearing fluids. When pH drifts outside the EPA- or POTW-required 6.0–9.0 range, facilities risk heavy surcharges, permit violations, or even forced shutdowns. That's where pH Control Systems are important.
- [How to Choose the Right Metal Scrap Conveyor for Your Scrap, Coolant, and Throughput](https://www.prab.com/how-to-choose-the-right-metal-scrap-conveyor-for-your-scrap-coolant-and-throughput/): Selecting the right metal scrap conveyor isn’t just about moving chips from A to B —it’s about reliability, throughput, coolant carry-over, maintenance load, and long-term total cost of ownership. With modern machining, stamping, and foundry operations running at higher speeds and volumes than ever, the wrong conveyor can become a hidden bottleneck. That’s why this article walks you through the five critical decision points for choosing a conveyor that genuinely fits your operation and delivers decades of service.
- [How to Prevent Chip Nests from Clogging Metal Scrap Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/how-to-prevent-chip-nests-from-clogging-metal-scrap-conveyors/): In metalworking and machining operations, chip nests (Bushy bundles)—long, stringy turnings that knot together—are among the most common causes of conveyor downtime. These tangled masses can bridge in chutes, wrap around shafts, and ride the return run, leading to stoppages, safety hazards, and costly maintenance.
- [Sustainability That Pays Back – How PRAB Turns Circularity into Measurable Business Value](https://www.prab.com/sustainability-that-pays-back-how-prab-turns-circularity-into-measurable-business-value/): Manufacturers are under increasing pressure to prove sustainability ROI. PRAB’s engineered systems—heavy-duty conveyors, coolant recycling, metal chip processing, and industrial wastewater treatment—convert sustainability goals into measurable business value: reduced costs, recovered materials, and verified compliance.
- [Maximizing Equipment Life – Preventive Maintenance Best Practices for Modern Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/maximizing-equipment-life-preventive-maintenance-best-practices-for-modern-manufacturing/): Preventive maintenance (PM) enhances equipment reliability, reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO), and extends the service life of high-value manufacturing assets. PRAB® equipment—often still running after 30+ years—proves how disciplined maintenance translates into unmatched durability and ROI.
- [Coolant Cost Reduction for 2025 – How Integrated Filtration and Recycling Extends Equipment Life and Cuts New Fluid Buys](https://www.prab.com/reduce-costs-2025-coolant-recycling-systems/): Coolant and cutting fluids are essential for precision machining, but they come with recurring costs. As these fluids degrade, manufacturers face increased tool wear, quality issues, disposal fees, and the expense of frequent fluid top-offs. Implementing coolant recycling can significantly mitigate these costs.
- [How PRAB Leads the Industry in Closed-Loop Chip and Coolant Recovery](https://www.prab.com/how-prab-leads-the-industry-in-closed-loop-chip-and-coolant-recovery/): Closed-loop chip and coolant recovery is no longer a “nice-to-have”—it’s now a profit-center and risk-reduction strategy.
- [Paper Bed Filters – Simple, Powerful Filtration for Coolants and Cutting Fluids](https://www.prab.com/paper-bed-filters-simple-powerful-filtration-for-coolants-and-cutting-fluids/): Paper Bed Filters remove fine metal particles and debris down to 5 microns—extending tool life, improving machining accuracy, reducing downtime, and lowering disposal costs.
- [How to Maximize OBBBA & Existing Tax Rules- A 2026 Guide for Manufacturers](https://www.prab.com/how-to-maximize-obbba-existing-tax-rules-a-2026-guide-for-manufacturers/): Below is a clear, two-tier guide for mid-sized manufacturers and larger corporations to leverage and maximize OBBBA and existing tax rules — including Section 179, bonus depreciation (Section 168(k)), the new manufacturing building deduction (Section 168(n)), and R&D incentives.
- [Wastewater Compliance as a Profit Driver: ROI Strategies for Industrial Wastewater](https://www.prab.com/wastewater-compliance-as-a-profit-driver-roi-strategies-for-industrial-wastewater/): Water compliance isn’t merely about avoiding fines—it’s a prime opportunity to optimize operations, reduce costs, and generate revenue. Industries across manufacturing, utilities, and pharma face increasingly strict wastewater regulations. However, by embracing strategic systems and innovative technologies, many organizations are turning wastewater compliance into a profit center.
- [Old Faithful Retires – and PRAB Steps In Again](https://www.prab.com/old-faithful-retires-and-prab-steps-in-again/): That’s right—nearly half a century of moving dense, abrasive materials under punishing conditions without ever suffering a major breakdown. Around the plant, it earned the nickname Old Faithful.
- [Ultrafiltration for Tumbling and Vibratory Deburring Applications – A Modern Manufacturing Solution](https://www.prab.com/ultrafiltration-for-tumbling-and-vibratory-deburring-applications-a-modern-manufacturing-solution/): Ultrafiltration (UF) technology enables manufacturers to recycle water from tumbling and deburring processes, reducing water and sewer costs by up to 99%, decreasing chemical usage, and maintaining compliance with stringent environmental regulations—all while enhancing operational efficiency.
- [The One Big Beautiful Bill Act -What It Means for Industrial Manufacturers](https://www.prab.com/the-one-big-beautiful-bill-act-what-it-means-for-industrial-manufacturers/): The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is more than political news—it represents a significant shift in the U.S. industrial landscape. With billions of dollars being directed toward infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, clean energy, supply chain modernization, and workforce development, this legislation creates unique opportunities for manufacturers to strengthen operations, increase competitiveness, and invest in long-term growth.
- [48 Years of Continuous Operation: PRAB Conveyor Sets Industry Benchmark](https://www.prab.com/48-years-of-continuous-operation-prab-conveyor-sets-industry-benchmark/): One such example is a PRAB Conveyor, installed in the late 1970s at a U.S.-based manufacturer of refractory materials. After 48 years of continuous duty in one of the toughest environments imaginable, this conveyor has finally retired — setting an industry benchmark for durability and ROI.
- [Why Circularity Matters in Metalworking and Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/why-circularity-matters-in-metalworking-and-manufacturing/): Question: What is “Circularity” in metalworking?
- [The Hidden Costs of Metal Turnings – Why Shredding Is Essential](https://www.prab.com/the-hidden-costs-of-metal-turnings-why-shredding-is-essential/): Metal turnings—those long, tangled byproducts of machining operations—can be deceptively challenging for manufacturers. While they might seem like harmless scrap, untreated metal turnings can rack up hidden costs. From increased handling and transportation expenses to safety hazards and inefficient recycling, the consequences can quickly pile up.
- [Incoming Water Treatment- Why It’s the First Step to an Efficient Operation](https://www.prab.com/incoming-water-treatment-efficient-metalworking/): For metalworking manufacturers and industrial operations, maintaining operational efficiency and safeguarding equipment longevity begins before water ever comes into contact with machinery or products. Incoming water treatment is not just a precautionary measure—it’s the foundational step toward streamlined processes, higher-quality outputs, and reduced maintenance expenses.
- [Metal Stamping Company Achieves Successful Expansion- Metal Scrap Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-conveyor-metal-stamping/): Expanding operations is an exciting milestone for any metal stamping company. However, with growth comes increased challenges in scrap management. Effective handling of scrap metal becomes crucial to maintaining productivity, reducing downtime, and controlling costs. This case study details how a leading metal stamping firm partnered with PRAB to implement advanced metal scrap conveyor systems, significantly enhancing their scrap handling processes and enabling successful expansion.
- [R&D Tax Credit -IRS Section 41 – A Lifeline for Metalworking Manufacturers](https://www.prab.com/rd-tax-credit-irs-section-41/): In such times, innovation becomes a key survival strategy. Manufacturers who invest in new processes, product improvements, and automation can cut costs and differentiate themselves – but they need resources to do so. This is where the IRS Section 41 Research & Development R&D Tax Credit (R&D Tax Credit) can serve as a vital lifeline, offsetting innovation costs and helping companies survive and even grow during a downturn.
- [Metal Chip Processing: Briquetters Drive Efficiency and Sustainability in Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/metal-chip-processing-briquetters-efficiency/): Metalworking manufacturers are increasingly challenged by metal scrap management. Metal Chip Processing is the core solution. Metal chips, a byproduct of machining and manufacturing processes, often cause costly storage, transportation, and environmental compliance issues. Briquetting provides an efficient, sustainable solution by transforming loose metal chips into dense, valuable briquettes. In this blog, we'll explore the strategic benefits of metal briquetting and how companies leverage PRAB’s briquetters to optimize their sustainability and profitability.
- [The Smart Metal Scrap Solution – Vertical Axis Crushers](https://www.prab.com/vertical-axis-crushers-the-smart-solution/): Metalworking facilities generate significant volumes of scrap, particularly long turnings and bulky chips. Efficiently managing this metal scrap can quickly become costly and hazardous if left unaddressed. Vertical Axis Crushers (VACs) from PRAB provide an innovative solution that drastically reduces scrap volume, streamlines recycling, and enhances workplace safety. This blog will explore the features, benefits, and real-world successes of implementing vertical axis crushers.
- [Strategic Investments for Metalworking Manufacturers | 2025](https://www.prab.com/strategic-investments-for-metalworking-manufacturers-prab-equipment-roi-in-2025/): U.S. metalworking manufacturers face unprecedented economic challenges in 2025, including escalating tariffs, persistent inflation, and uncertain supply chains. Recent tariffs on imported steel and aluminum significantly affect operational costs, reinforcing the need for metalworking manufacturers to reconsider their capital investment strategies.
- [Oscillating Conveyors Boost Efficiency in Metal Scrap Handling](https://www.prab.com/oscillating-conveyors-boost-efficiency-in-metal-scrap-handling/): Efficient scrap handling is vital for metalworking productivity, profitability, and operational excellence. Oscillating conveyors offer a reliable and cost-effective solution, providing smooth, controlled scrap transfer that significantly enhances throughput and minimizes downtime. This blog explores the principles behind oscillating conveyors, highlights their distinct advantages over traditional systems, and shares real-world examples demonstrating their impact on operational efficiency.
- [Tariffs & Uncertainty: Guide for Manufacturers in 2025](https://www.prab.com/prab-helping-manufacturers-navigate-tariff-challenges/): In March 2025, the United States instated a 25% tariff on imported steel and aluminum to bolster domestic production and protect national security interests. While these measures intend to support U.S. industries, they have increased raw material costs for automotive, aerospace, construction, and heavy manufacturing sectors. This cost escalation presents challenges and opportunities for metalworking manufacturers to reassess their operational strategies and equipment investments.​ PRAB's metal chip processing and fluid filtration systems are key solutions.
- [Metalworking Regulatory Issues -Inflation 2/17/2025](https://www.prab.com/metalworking-regulatory-issues-inflation-2-17-2025/): Inflationary trends and regulatory changes in 2025 are reshaping the U.S. metalworking industry. Alongside traditional concerns—such as tariffs, supply chain volatility, and cost pressures—forward-thinking manufacturers are embracing circularity to stay competitive and compliant.
- [Metalworking Regulatory Issues -Tariffs 2/17/2025](https://www.prab.com/metalworking_regulatory_issues-tariffs_2-17-2025/): Recent developments in U.S. trade policy, particularly the expansion of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, present several challenges for metalworking manufacturers in the United States. But there is GREAT NEWS for Metal Scrap Recycling.
- [Optimizing Conveyor Systems for High-Volume Metal Scrap Handling](https://www.prab.com/optimizing-conveyors-for-high-volume-metal-scrap-handling/): High-volume metal scrap handling requires a conveyor system designed for efficiency and reliability. This post explores technical configurations, including incline angles, throughput capacities, and cooling options, for handling diverse metal scrap loads. We highlight proven solutions and showcase real-world examples of how metalworking manufacturers optimize their systems for maximum throughput.
- [Metal Stamping Operations: The Role of Magnetic Conveyors in Managing Thin Scrap](https://www.prab.com/metal-stamping-operations-the-role-of-magnetic-conveyors-in-managing-thin-scrap/): Magnetic conveyors are game changers for handling thin, lightweight scrap. These systems use magnets to hold securely and transport ferrous materials, providing precision and control that traditional conveyors struggle to achieve. This blog explores their critical role, supported by real-world examples and technical insights from PRAB’s applications, to show how they minimize material loss, improve workplace safety, and seamlessly integrate into stamping lines.
- [Maximizing ROI: How Metal Chip Processing Can Boost Profits](https://www.prab.com/maximizing-roi-how-metal-chip-processing-can-boost-profits/): Manufacturers in the metalworking industry always search for ways to enhance profitability and streamline operations. While most focus on production improvements, metal chip processing offers a lesser-known but impactful way to recover value, reduce waste, and promote sustainability. This blog will explore how efficient metal scrap processing can yield measurable ROI and share real-world success stories highlighting its benefits.
- [A Primer on Industrial Wastewater Treatment for Metalworking Manufacturers](https://www.prab.com/a-primer-on-industrial-wastewater-treatment/): Industrial wastewater treatment and wastewater management are critical concerns for metalworking industries, encompassing metalworking engineers, maintenance staff, plant managers, production managers, and mechanical engineers. Effective treatment systems ensure environmental compliance, enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and promote sustainability. PRAB, Inc. offers comprehensive solutions tailored to these needs, setting a benchmark in the industry.
- [Optimizing Conveyor Systems →High-Volume Metal Scrap Handling](https://www.prab.com/optimizing-conveyor-systems-metal-scrap-handling/): Managing high volumes of scrap in metalworking operations is a challenging task. From dealing with different types of scrap to handling heavy loads and abrasive conditions, conveyor systems must be sturdy, efficient, and adaptable. This blog examines the technical specifications and design features that allow conveyor systems to operate seamlessly in high-volume settings, using real-world examples from PRAB’s experience and case studies. You'll learn key solutions for optimizing conveyor systems.
- [Transforming Metal Scrap Into Money: PRAB Drives Manufacturing Efficiency](https://www.prab.com/transforming-metal-scrap-into-money-prab-drives-manufacturing-efficiency/): In metalworking manufacturing, efficiency is the lifeblood of success. Manufacturers face various operational challenges, from handling metal scrap to managing coolant waste and complying with stringent environmental regulations. Scrap buildup disrupts workflows, haul-away costs strain budgets, and outdated processes hinder productivity. But what if these challenges could become opportunities to improve efficiency, cut costs, and meet sustainability goals?
- [Elevating Finished Parts Manufacturing with Advanced Conveyance Systems](https://www.prab.com/elevating-finished-parts-manufacturing-with-advanced-conveyance-systems/): The journey from raw material to high-precision finished parts in metalworking is intricate and demands meticulous attention to detail. One critical yet often underappreciated part of this process is transporting finished parts. Efficient, reliable, and precise conveyance systems are vital in maintaining product integrity, ensuring operational efficiency, and upholding stringent quality standards.
- [How to Select the Right Metal Chip Processing System](https://www.prab.com/how-to-select-the-right-metal-chip-processing-system/): Metalworking manufacturers can find it challenging to manage metal turnings and scrap coated in coolant fluid. Effective chip processing systems help clean turnings, separate reusable coolants, and reduce waste volumes, optimizing recycling efforts and creating new revenue streams.
- [Improve Industrial Wastewater Treatment with Ultrafiltration](https://www.prab.com/improve-industrial-wastewater-treatment-with-ultrafiltration/): Manufacturers are increasingly challenged to manage industrial wastewater treatment efficiently to meet regulatory standards and cut costs. One solution gaining traction across various sectors is ultrafiltration (UF), a process proven to reduce the volume of waste generated by industrial operations significantly. For plant managers seeking a balance of return on investment (ROI), regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship, ultrafiltration presents a powerful option. Here’s an in-depth look at how ultrafiltration can help your facility, the waste reductions it can achieve, and scenarios where it offers the best returns.
- [Enhancing Conveyor Performance: Tips for Efficient Metal Scrap Management – Waste Advantage](https://www.prab.com/enhancing-conveyor-performance-tips-for-efficient-metal-scrap-management-waste-advantage/): Several factors related to conveyor performance must be addressed to ensure consistent efficiency in metal scrap recycling:
- [Improve Workplace Safety and Use Through Automated Material Handling Solutions – Waste Advantage](https://www.prab.com/improve-workplace-safety-and-use-through-automated-material-handling-solutions-waste-advantage/): By Mike Hook
- [Improving Wastewater Management Efficiency – Products Finishing](https://www.prab.com/improving-wastewater-management-efficiency-products-finishing/): By Tom Tripepi, PRAB Fluid Filtration Technical Director
- [Improved Waste Stream Processing Is a Pathway to Savings and Compliance – Production Machining](https://www.prab.com/improved-waste-stream-processing-is-a-pathway-to-savings-and-compliance-production-machining/): By Tom Tripepi, Fluid Filtration Technical Director, PRAB
- [Updating Back-End Waste Stream Equipment? Here’s What You Need to Know – Practical Machinist](https://www.prab.com/updating-back-end-waste-stream-equipment-heres-what-you-need-to-know-practical-machinist/): Note: This article was originally published Jan. 24, 2024, on practicalmachinist.com.
- [Conveyors—Four Steps for Maximizing Performance and Minimizing Costs – MetalForming Magazine](https://www.prab.com/conveyors-four-steps-for-maximizing-performance-and-minimizing-costs-metalforming-magazine/): Metal scrap conveyors can enhance production/waste-stream management at many points in the process, including during the transfer of finished parts, handling metal scrap and fluids away from presses, and during scrap processing and loadout.
- [Wastewater Recycling Is a Pathway to Lower Risk Exposure and Costs in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing – Manufacturing Chemist](https://www.prab.com/wastewater-recycling-is-a-pathway-to-lower-risk-exposure-and-costs-in-pharmaceutical-manufacturing-manufacturing-chemist/): Note: This article was originally published Sept. 1, 2023, on manufacturingchemist.com.
- [5 Considerations When Updating a Fluid Filtration Process – Aerospace Manufacturing and Design](https://www.prab.com/5-considerations-when-updating-a-fluid-filtration-process-aerospace-manufacturing-and-design/): By Mike Hook
- [PRAB Crusher/Wringer Chip Processing System and Guardian – Coolant Recycling System](https://www.prab.com/chip-and-fluid-waste-reductions/): Crusher/Wringer Chip Processing SystemPRAB Guardian™ Coolant Recycling System
- [Revolutionize Your Lithium – Ion Battery Recycling Through New KMC Global Partnership](https://www.prab.com/revolutionize-your-lithium-ion-battery-recycling-through-new-kmc-global-partnership/): The alliance between the two companies and KMC Global (dba PRAB, Hapman, Triple/S Dynamics, CDM Systems, and OVibra) will employ a design-build delivery approach, ensuring a seamless integration from conception through construction.
- [Don’t Let Crude Oil Costs Get in the Way of Your Operation’s Goals](https://www.prab.com/dont-let-crude-oil-costs-get-in-the-way-of-your-operations-goals/): A lot goes into a successful metalworking operation, from a skilled workforce to reliable equipment. Chief among these components is the effective cooling of tools and workpieces.
- [Avoid Carryover-Related Conveyance Delays](https://www.prab.com/avoid-carryover-related-conveyance-delays/): Carryover (also known as carryback) is an issue that can cause maintenance issues for even the most efficient stamping operation. In addition to the potential production and revenue lost, these delays can also lead to injuries when workers attempt to clear any blockages. Regardless of if the material being conveyed consists of slugs, trim pieces, or stringy turnings, PRAB provides solutions that greatly reduce the potential risk of scrap carryover.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Ultrafiltration Testing](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-ultrafiltration-testing/): Invest your business capital with confidence using the PRAB two-step application feasibility, lab, and pilot test program. Laboratory results from a sample test are a snapshot in time of a particular process waste stream. In almost every case, no one sample is exactly the same as the next. The purpose of the pilot system is to advance from the laboratory report to real time results. Pilot testing will determine what the treatment success will be, removing all theoretical judgment while providing definitive results.
- [PRAB Q&A – Fluid Testing Capabilities](https://www.prab.com/prab-qa-fluid-testing-capabilities/): For organizations interested in implementing an Ultrafiltration system, PRAB provides fluid tests to ensure that the unit will meet the client’s needs. Tom Tripepi is PRAB's Fluid Filtration Technical Director. With more than 40 years of experience, he is well-versed in the ins and outs of wastewater and fluid testing.
- [Product Case Study – EVALED: PV Panels Production](https://www.prab.com/product-case-study-evaled-pv-panels-production/): Customer A leading global provider of comprehensive photovoltaic (PV) solar systems using advanced module and system technology. Their business ranges from module sales to turnkey power plant development and operations and maintenance. Customer's Needs The Client aims to
- [Product Case Study – EVALED: Thin Film for Solar Panels](https://www.prab.com/product-case-study-evaled-thin-film-for-solar-panels/): Customer
- [Product Case Study – EVALED: LEDs Production](https://www.prab.com/product-case-study-evaled-leds-production/): Customer
- [Product Case Study – EVALED: LCD Screens](https://www.prab.com/product-case-study-evaled-lcd-screens/): Customer The Client is a global leader manufacturer in Taiwan specialized in optoelectronics and it produces TFT-LCD panels and all kinds of display applications.
- [5 steps for improving waste stream processing – Aerospace Manufacturing Design](https://www.prab.com/5-steps-for-improving-waste-stream-processing-aerospace-manufacturing-design/): At minimum, manufacturers should use ISO 14001 as a baseline to develop an environmental compliance program. Although ISO 14001 doesn’t state specific requirements for environmental performance, it establishes criteria companies can follow to develop an effective environmental management system.
- [How to Avoid Disruptions with Predictive Maintenance](https://www.prab.com/how-to-avoid-disruptions-with-predictive-maintenance/): Each day, industries throughout the world are negatively impacted by the ramifications of unexpected downtime — and pharma companies are no exception. These stoppages can be exacerbated further by increases in consumer demands, material shortages and supply chain disruptions.
- [PRAB Q&A – Customer Service](https://www.prab.com/prab-qa-customer-service/): Tyler Duff is PRAB's Technical Services Manager. In this role, he assists customers and field service technicians by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or application issues within equipment. Due to this experience, he understands what excellent customer service looks like.
- [Solar project at wastewater plant; PRAB renews partnership; Dow wins award – Water Technology](https://www.prab.com/solar-project-at-wastewater-plant-prab-renews-partnership-dow-wins-award-water-technology/): The litany of problems and penalties associated with discharging industrial wastewater into sewage treatment systems is a constant concern for today’s industrial manufacturers. The environmental consequences of insufficient or improper wastewater treatment run the gamut from causing corrosion and other interference within those systems to the pass-through of toxic pollutants into surface waters. Add other issues to the mix — including expensive sludge disposal costs and the exposure of workers to toxic substances and hazardous fumes — and it’s easy to understand how devastating the results can be when the importance of wastewater treatment is either deprioritized or ignored.
- [PRAB releases Auto-Take Up conveyor enhancement – Waste Today](https://www.prab.com/prab-releases-auto-take-up-conveyor-enhancement-waste-today/): PRAB Inc., a manufacturer of equipment and systems for processing metal scrap that is based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has released the Auto-Take Up System as a conveyor enhancement that automatically tightens belts and eliminates the need for manual adjustments.
- [Advanced fluid recycling systems cut waste – Today’s Motor Vehicles](https://www.prab.com/advanced-fluid-recycling-systems-cut-waste-todays-motor-vehicles/): One operational improvement to consider is to streamline cutting fluid management with an advanced, automated fluid recycling system. Proactively approaching operation improvements can have several long-term benefits, especially during challenging market conditions.
- [Centralized Coolant Recycling System – Manufacturing News](https://www.prab.com/centralized-coolant-recycling-system-manufacturing-news/): "Successful coolant recycling requires three components: particulate removal, tramp oil removal and coolant concentration control," said a PRAB spokesperson. "The Guardian Coolant Recycling System incorporates all three elements for maximum coolant life. This combination makes it the most efficient option for centralized recycling of metalworking cutting fluids."
- [How Briquetters Maximize Processing Efficiency and Commodity Value – American Recycler](https://www.prab.com/how-briquetters-maximize-processing-efficiency-and-commodity-value/): How Briquetters Work
- [PRAB Q&A – Conveyor Considerations](https://www.prab.com/prab-qa-conveyor-considerations/): As an Engineering Manager for PRAB, Jason Luzader has experience regarding heavy-duty conveyors. In this latest blog post, he answers a few questions that organizations should consider when searching for a new conveyor system.
- [Save More with Media-Less Fluid Filtration Options](https://www.prab.com/save-more-with-media-less-fluid-filtration-options/): #inf_form{display:none;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext{padding-left: 75px !important;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext .contacttitle{position:relative;left: 35px;}
- [Managing Your Cutting Fluids and Fluid Filtration – Canadian Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/managing-your-cutting-fluids/): When machining, it is essential that shops have a thorough understanding of how to maintain their metalworking fluids properly. If they don’t, they run the risk of exposing employees to health risks, incurring avoidable costs, and harming productivity due to extended maintenance times.
- [How Vacuum Evaporation Can Lower Multi-Stream Wastewater Treatment Expenses](https://www.prab.com/how-vacuum-evaporation-can-lower-multi-stream-wastewater-treatment-expenses/): Fortunately, vacuum evaporation and distillation technologies, as part of a comprehensive treatment system, address these issues. With that in mind, here are answers to three frequently asked questions regarding vacuum evaporation in multi-stream wastewater treatment.
- [How Automatic Centrifuges Simplify Phosphate Baths](https://www.prab.com/how-automatic-centrifuges-simplify-phosphate-baths/): 	.card_wrapper { padding: 20px; }	.card_wrapper h3 { color: #000; text-transform: uppercase; border-bottom: solid 2px #1E6D95; padding-bottom: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px; }	.card_wrapper p { font-size: 20px; text-align: center; }
- [6 Ways to improve profits – Aerospace Manufacturing and Design](https://www.prab.com/6-ways-to-improve-profits/): When production is constrained due to circumstances beyond the control of manufacturers, decision-makers look for ways to cut costs to shore up the bottom line. Reviewing the company’s metal scrap processing is a good place to start.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Bundle Breaker](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-bundle-breaker/): Conveyor systems using augers or steel belts are unable to grab hold of bulky wads of metal scrap—frequently failing to consistently move them from the in-feed hopper to downstream metal scrap processing equipment. The PRAB Bundle Breaker installs in a conveyor’s in-feed hopper where it automatically tears apart these stubborn wads before they can cause conveyor downtime, safety risks from manually breaking bundles apart, and delays in downstream processing.
- [What to Consider When Selecting Forging or Die Casting Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/what-to-consider-when-selecting-forging-or-die-casting-conveyors/): #inf_form{display:none;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext{padding-left: 75px !important;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext .contacttitle{position:relative;left: 35px;}
- [PRAB pH Adjustment System – Product Brochure](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-ph-adjustment-system/): PRAB pH Adjustment Systems deliver two outcomes in one skid-mounted system: POTW-compliant treated water release and closed-loop water reuse. Four models handle 8,000–39,000 GPD. Every batch is automatically verified and logged — pH, volume, time/date — before release or return to the process. Lab-matched to your water chemistry. Performantee® guaranteed.
- [Lithium-Ion Recycling Equipment](https://www.prab.com/lithium-ion-recycling-equipment/): #inf_form{display:none;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext{padding-left: 75px !important;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext .contacttitle{position:relative;left: 35px;}
- [Five Ways Metalworking Fluid Recycling Equipment Delivers ROI – Fabricating and Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/five-ways-metalworking-fluid-recycling-equipment-delivers-roi/): Finding new ways to reduce costs in metalworking is something every fabricator aspires to. Cutting fluid recycling equipment is proven to generate meaningful savings over time. With that in mind, let’s walk through five ways fluid recycling systems deliver ROI.
- [Optimizing Foundry and Die Casting Production](https://www.prab.com/optimizing-foundry-and-die-casting-production/): 	.card_wrapper { padding: 20px; }	.card_wrapper h3 { color: #000; text-transform: uppercase; border-bottom: solid 2px #1E6D95; padding-bottom: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px; }	.card_wrapper p { font-size: 20px; text-align: center; }
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Oil Recycling System](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-oil-recycling-system/): Extend the Life of Your Oil with the PRAB Oil Recycling System PRAB’s Oil Recycling System (ORS) is a centralized, economical solution to the high costs associated with maintaining petroleum- and synthetic-based oils in the metalworking industry. The ORS recycles your oils by removing the suspended particles and moisture that shorten the useful life of oil-based fluids, reducing new oil purchases by up to 75%. The system sets you up with everything you need to implement a state-of-the-art fluid management program. Each system is designed for easy installation, quick start-up, and simple, efficient operation.
- [Emphasize Conveyor Performance to Improve Productivity – Foundry Management and Technology](https://www.prab.com/emphasize-conveyor-performance-to-improve-productivity/): Improving conveyor operations is one way foundry managers have reduced cycle times, raised productivity, decreased downtime, and improved workplace safety. Notwithstanding, not all conveyors are engineered to deliver equal performance. The following are three aspects of conveyor design, construction, and capabilities that metalcasting operations should consider when pursuing enhancements to conveyance.
- [The PRAB Auto Take-Up: Eliminate Downtime Associated With Conveyor Belt Adjustment](https://www.prab.com/introducing-the-auto-take-up-eliminate-downtime-associated-with-conveyor-belt-adjustment/): We're pleased to introduce the Auto-Take Up System, a conveyor enhancement that automatically tightens belts and eliminates the need for manual adjustments.
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- [Bundle Breaker Eliminates Conveyance Delays Caused by Metal Scrap – IEN](https://www.prab.com/bundle-breaker-eliminates-conveyance-delays-caused-by-metal-scrap/): PRAB Inc. (Kalamazoo, MI) has introduced the Bundle Breaker, a conveyor enhancement that preconditions stubborn metal scrap bundles for improved material transfer, processing and safety.
- [NEW Bundle Breaker Eliminates Conveyance Delays Caused By Stringy Bundles Of Metal Scrap](https://www.prab.com/new-bundle-breaker-eliminates-conveyance-delays-caused-by-stringy-bundles-of-metal-scrap/): We're pleased to introduce the Bundle Breaker, a conveyor enhancement that preconditions stubborn metal scrap bundles for improved material transfer, processing and safety.
- [Candy Manufacturer Reduces Wastewater Disposal Costs and Recovers Concentrate for Reuse with Vacuum Evaporation](https://www.prab.com/candy-manufacturer-reduces-wastewater-disposal-costs-and-recovers-concentrate-for-reuse-with-vacuum-evaporation/): A multinational food group who manufactures confectionery products such as sweets, chocolate, and candies needed to reduce its wastewater disposal costs and recover concentrate from one of its candy manufacturing processes.
- [Pharmaceutical Research Laboratory Reduces Wastewater Volume and Disposal Costs with Vacuum Evaporation](https://www.prab.com/pharmaceutical-research-laboratory-reduces-wastewater-volume-and-disposal-costs-with-vacuum-evaporation/): A research laboratory center for a multinational company in the pharmaceutical industry develops a variety of innovative therapeutic products to help with respiratory diseases, rare diseases, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular diseases. High quantities of water are used in their process, resulting in a high volume of wastewater and disposal costs.
- [Coalescing for the effective removal of tramp oils from spent fluid](https://www.prab.com/coalescing-for-the-effective-removal-of-tramp-oils-from-spent-fluid/): Removing tramp oils can be done using many different processes. However, the most effective method is coalescing. As part of the metalworking fluid recycling process, coalescing is a technique used to remove free-floating and mechanically dispersed tramp oils from spent cutting fluid using coalescing media. This media, located inside the recycling unit, attracts small droplets of oil until they come together (coalesce), forming larger droplets. Those drops rise to the next droplet and the droplet becomes even larger, rising to the top of a separator where oil weirs remove them.
- [Chemical Manufacturer Significantly Reduces CO2 Emissions and Wastewater Disposal Volumes with Vacuum Evaporation](https://www.prab.com/application-review-chemical-manufacturer-significantly-reduces-co2-emissions-and-wastewater-disposal-volumes-with-vacuum-evaporation/): A specialty chemicals company that produces systems and products for the construction and motor vehicle industry was looking to improve both energy and material efficiency as part of their sustainability efforts, which is a key component of the company's innovation drive.
- [Battery Recycler Achieves Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) and Recovers Over 80% of Concentrate for Resale](https://www.prab.com/application-review-battery-battery-recycler-achieves-zero-liquid-discharge-and-recovers-over-80-percent-of-concentrate-for-resale/): PRAB EVALED® Vacuum Evaporator (RV F 60 FF)
- [How to Offset Rising Material Costs](https://www.prab.com/how-to-offset-rising-material-costs/): Metalworking operations across industries can look at the following possible options to reduce material costs and determine which ones would most effectively meet profit goals.
- [Microelectronics Manufacturer Reduces Rinse Line Water Disposal Costs and Sludge with Vacuum Evaporation](https://www.prab.com/microelectronics-manufacturer-reduces-rinse-line-water-disposal-costs-and-sludge-with-vacuum-evaporation/): A top manufacturer of TFT-LCD panels needed to reduce its sludge production and wastewater disposal costs at two of its plants—complying with local environmental legislation. This sludge and water waste was produced in both of the plants' rinse lines, as part of their copper(Cu) etching production process.
- [Reducing Conveyor Downtime](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-reducing-conveyor-downtime/): How to Increase Conveyor Utilization and Keep Metalworking Processes MovingBy Mike Hook, Sales & Marketing Director, PRAB
- [Digital Memory Storage Production Site Solves Acid Pickling Bath’s Wastewater Issues with Vacuum Evaporation](https://www.prab.com/digital-memory-storage-production-site-solves-acid-pickling-baths-wastewater-issues-with-vacuum-evaporation/): Nickel in wastewater
- [White Paper: Wringing Value from Hazardous Metalworking Waste](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-wringing-value-from-hazardous-waste/): .card_wrapper { padding: 20px; }	.card_wrapper h3 { color: #000; text-transform: uppercase; border-bottom: solid 2px #1E6D95; padding-bottom: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px; }	.card_wrapper p { font-size: 20px; text-align: center; }
- [PRAB Tramp Oil Separator Saves Manufacturer Over $60,000 Annually by Recycling Wash Water](https://www.prab.com/prab-tramp-oil-separator-saves-manufacturer-over-60000-annually-by-recycling-wash-water/): Reduce labor and wastewater disposal costs from a wash system
- [The Benefits and Proof Behind Metal Scrap and Fluid Handling Equipment](https://www.prab.com/the-benefits-and-proof-behind-metal-scrap-and-fluid-handling-equipment/): Without processing metal scrap and recycling cutting fluids in-house, metalworking operations do not get the maximum value for their chips from the scrap dealer and cutting fluids are substantially wasted. However, with the right scrap and fluid handling equipment metal scrap can be a great source of revenue and recycled fluids can drastically cut the costs of new fluid purchases, resulting in great savings.
- [Concrete Additives Facility Reduces Wastewater Disposal Costs Through Vacuum Evaporation](https://www.prab.com/concrete-additives-facility-reduces-wastewater-disposal-costs-through-vacuum-evaporation/): Reduce haul-away costs for tanker washdown wastewater
- [What Chips Say About the Overall Machining Process](https://www.prab.com/what-chips-say-about-the-overall-machining-process/): Metal chips created during the machining process are often a great indicator of overall process conditions. The appearance of the chips can provide operators with a second line of sight when the windows to the work zone are obscured by scratches, cutting fluid, or tool turrets. Things to look for include chip color, shape, size, and surface finish.
- [Maintenance and Technology Considerations When Selecting a Metal Scrap Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/maintenance-and-technology-considerations-when-selecting-a-metal-scrap-conveyor/): When choosing the right conveyor to manage metal scrap, maintenance and technology should heavily influence the decision—to increase the conveyor life and reduce maintenance issues.
- [Taking Control of Wastewater Treatment – Finishing & Coating](https://www.prab.com/taking-control-of-wastewater-treatment-finishing-coating/): On a global level, wastewater treatment is an increasingly critical topic of discussion that has been addressed at the very highest levels of government and major corporations.
- [White Paper: Financing A Stronger Future](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-financing-a-stronger-future/): Leverage Favorable Lending Conditions and Automated Equipment’s ROI to Limit Impact on Cash FlowBy Mike Hook, Sales & Marketing Director, PRAB
- [White Paper: Achieving Economic Recovery & Resilience To Future Disruptions](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-prab-achieving-economic-recovery-resilience-to-future-disruptions/): .card_wrapper { padding: 20px; }	.card_wrapper h3 { color: #000; text-transform: uppercase; border-bottom: solid 2px #1E6D95; padding-bottom: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px; }	.card_wrapper p { font-size: 20px; text-align: center; }
- [THE PRAB WASTEWATER SOLUTIONS ADVANTAGE](https://www.prab.com/the-prab-wastewater-solutions-advantage/): PRAB Ultrafiltration systems are still operating in the field that were installed 31 years ago.
- [Wastewater Sustainability through Innovative Treatment Technology](https://www.prab.com/wastewater-sustainability/): Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC needed an industrial wastewater treatment technology that would treat alkaline cleaner and alkaline cleaner rinse water. They use an RO System to treat the incoming city water to reduce the conductivity because high conductivity in the wash and rinse waters negatively affects the processing of parts after the washer.
- [Adroitly Address Wastewater Challenges – Chemical Processing](https://www.prab.com/adroitly-address-industrial-wastewater-challenges/): Industrial wastewater management and the ability to address wastewater challenges are critical issues for chemical and petrochemical plants. These challenges are driven by increasingly stringent regulatory standards, rising water costs, and looming water shortages. PRAB, Inc. builds and customizes advanced solutions to avoid these challenges while reducing operational costs and maintaining compliance with the strictest environmental regulations.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Cross Flow Separator](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-cross-flow-separator/): The PRAB Cross Flow Separator is a specialized oil-water separator designed to efficiently remove free and mechanically dispersed tramp oils from various industrial fluids. This advanced filtration system is ideal for separating immiscible fluids in machining and grinding coolants, alkaline and acidic wash waters, rolling and drawing fluids, and fluids used in stamping and die-casting operations.
- [Blog: ‘Fluid recycling can aid profits’ As seen in Cutting Tool Engineering](https://www.prab.com/blog-fluid-recycling-can-aid-profits-as-seen-in-cutting-tool-engineering/): Research has shown that top-performing machine shops annually invest two to three times more money in capital equipment than other shops. Not coincidentally, profit margins for high performers are almost double those reported by typical shops.
- [How to reduce energy waste in the manufacturing sector – Processing Magazine](https://www.prab.com/how-to-reduce-energy-waste-in-the-manufacturing-sector-processing-magazine/): Energy efficiency is top of mind for many manufacturers working to develop sustainable practices. Those who pursue energy cost reduction as part of those initiatives position their company for better margins and promote a high-growth, low-inflation economy. And when it comes to energy waste, there is plenty of room for improvement.
- [The Benefits of  Doing Business with PRAB](https://www.prab.com/the-benefits-of-doing-business-with-prab/): PRAB is here to ensure every hour of your production time with our equipment is optimized, so you can work more efficiently than ever, with no unplanned downtime and minimum operating cost. We put our equipment experts to work for you around the clock, so that you can stay running efficiently, in order to give your business the competitive advantage it deserves.
- [Blog: Planning for Potential Recession](https://www.prab.com/blog-planning-for-potential-recession/): Most manufacturing operations suffer during a recession, primarily because uncertainty increases and demand falls. But research has shown that there are some ways to avoid the negative effects through proper planning.
- [Why Briquette Your Metal Machining Scrap](https://www.prab.com/why-briquette-your-metal-machining-scrap/): What Does a Briquetter System Do
- [Taking control of wastewater treatment – Pharma Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/taking-control-of-wastewater-treatment-pharma-manufacturing/): The reduction of water consumption and focus on wastewater treatment is a growing trend in the pharmaceutical industry. With several motivating factors influencing this prioritization, wastewater treatment has become an increasingly critical part of pharmaceutical manufacturing business operations over the last decade.
- [Industrial Wastewater Treatment Planning for the Finishing Industry](https://www.prab.com/control-wastewater-treatment-efficient-plant/): Industrial Wastewater treatment equipment has become an increasingly critical part of plant operations over the past decade, and manufacturing companies in all industrial sectors are prioritizing water consumption reduction. Compliance with ever-tightening federal wastewater treatment, handling, and disposal regulations requires finishing industry executives to focus on the issue. Additional motivating factors for recycling industrial wastewater include strengthening a company’s public image, improving the overall work environment, boosting employee morale, and adhering to ISO 14001 initiatives.
- [Ultrafiltration Systems with Smaller Footprints – IEN](https://www.prab.com/ultrafiltration-systems-with-smaller-footprints-ien/): PRAB, Inc. (Kalamazoo, MI) has introduced two compact versions of its turnkey Ultrafiltration (UF) System. PRAB’s ultrafiltration membrane technology separates organics, emulsified oils and suspended solids from process water, incoming water, wastewater and metalworking coolant to reduce haul-away costs up to 90%. All components and tank assemblies are mounted on a single skid that is configured for a smaller footprint and complementary components are mounted above the tank to also conserve space. Additional membranes can be added as volume increases.
- [White Paper: 8 Problem Areas Affecting Metalworking Operation Profitability](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-8-problem-areas-affecting-metalworking-operation-profitability/): Address the Most Common Issues to Maximize GrowthBy Teresa Phillips, Senior Marketing Specialist, PRAB
- [Application Review: Automotive Components Manufacturer Reduces Wastewater Volumes from Die Casting Process](https://www.prab.com/application-review-automotive-components-manufacturer-reduces-wastewater-volumes-from-die-casting-process/): A market leader, specializing in the manufacturing of die-cast aluminum and zinc components for the automotive industry produces a variety of parts that vary in weight up to 40 lbs.
- [Ready to Lower Your Coolant Costs?](https://www.prab.com/ready-to-lower-your-coolant-costs/): There are many options available for filtering your spent cutting fluids. The solution will vary depending on the various factors of your specific application. PRAB offers a full line of equipment to choose from. Please contact one of our fluid filtration specialists to discuss your specific operational needs.
- [Product Brochure: Magnetic Bag Filters](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-magnetic-bag-filters/): Cost Effective, Reusable MagnetsRetain 198% Greater Containment Levels than Conventional Filter Bags
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Pressurized Bag Filter Housing](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-pressurized-bag-filter-housing/): PRAB’s 100 PSI Size 1 and 2 liquid bag filter housings offer a quality filter vessel for lower pressure applications. The Size #1 & Size #2 100 PSI filter vessels effectively remove dirt, metal fines, chips, pipe scale and other contaminants from process liquids such as water, coolant, chemical and petroleum products. Quality construction and design ensure protection for all downstream equipment.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Tramp Oil Separator](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-tramp-oil-separator/): Tramp-oil separators use gravity flow and coalescence to remove free-floating and mechanically dispersed tramp-oils, bacteria, slime, inverted emulsions, and more from individual machine sumps, central systems, and wash tanks. With a PRAB system you can cut new coolant purchases up to 75%, reduce your hazardous waste volumes up to 90%, and get a payback on your system in as little as 6-9 months.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Manual Centrifuge](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-manual-centrifuge/): PRAB Manual Centrifuges give you all the benefits of centrifugal separation (including no need for consumable media) plus the PRAB advantage of an easily removable rubber liner for simple cleanup. Use as a stand-alone unit or incorporate into a custom-engineered filtration system to improve tool life, produce better surface finishes, and reduce machine downtime. PRAB centrifuges achieve flow rates up to 20 GPM, working at 900 times the force of gravity. Semi-automatic discharge models are also available.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Semi-Automatic Centrifuge](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-semi-automatic-centrifuge/): Using no filters or consumables and very few moving parts, the PRAB Semi-Automatic Centrifuge moves solid particulate away from liquid and toward the rotor wall, where it is compacted and can be removed during cleaning.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Automatic Centrifuge](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-automatic-centrifuge/): With no filters or consumables and very few moving parts, the PRAB Automatic Centrifuge moves solid particulate away from the liquid and toward the rotor wall, where it is compacted and automatically removed during the preset cleaning cycle.
- [Product Brochure: Semi-Permanent Media Vacuum Filters](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-semi-permanent-media-vacuum-filters/): PRAB’s Mon-A-Matic™ semi-permanent media vacuum filter uses a synthetic filter media to reduce operational costs while providing fine particulate removal.
- [Blog: Maximizing Conveyor Life Under Press](https://www.prab.com/blog-maximizing-conveyor-life-under-press/): Q: Aren’t all under press steel belt conveyors the same? Why does the design matter?
- [Blog: Cast Iron Machining –  Removing Graphite from Cutting Fluids](https://www.prab.com/blog-cast-iron-machining-removing-graphite-from-cutting-fluids/): Magnetic separators are fully automatic. Dirty coolant enters though a dirty fluid inlet and flows across a rotating magnetic drum. The largest particles are attracted here and held just at the entry to the discharge beneath the unit. As more fluid flows into the magnetic field, finer particles are attracted and held. As a result, a sponge-like cake is created and acts as a filter, attracting graphite particles, wheel abrasives, tramp oil, and more.
- [White Paper: Overcoming the Operational Challenges of Wastewater Regulatory Compliance](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-overcoming-the-operational-challenges-of-wastewater-regulatory-compliance/): By Tim Hanna, Vice President Business Development, PRAB
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Mon-A-Vac](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-mon-a-vac/): PRAB’s Mon-A-Vac™ Vacuum Filters utilize a vacuum chamber to draw dirty coolant through the disposable filter media. They apply the proven principle of optimal filtration through contaminate or sludge build-up, forming a cake on the filter media. Filtration is maximized as caking builds up on the media. Standard vacuum filter units are available with flow rates up to 3,000 GPM. Custom-designed vacuum filters are our specialty.
- [PRAB Performantee® Brochure](https://www.prab.com/prab-performantee-brochure/): • PRAB guarantees that the equipment we manufacture will achieve the specific results for which it was designed and manufactured to deliver.
- [Steps to Take Control of Wastewater Treatment – Products Finishing](https://www.prab.com/steps-to-take-control-of-wastewater-treatment-products-finishing/): Wastewater treatment has become an increasingly critical part of plant operations over the last decade, and manufacturing companies across all industrial sectors are prioritizing the reduction of water consumption.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Magnetic Separators- SS](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-magnetic-separators-ss/): PRAB SS Magnetic Separators employ high-intensity rare earth magnets within a fully energized rotating drum to continuously remove ferrous particles from the flow of liquid. These systems are often used as a pre-filter to limit contaminants from reaching subsequent filtration equipment.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Magnetic Separators- MSK](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-magnetic-separators-msk/): PRAB MSK Magnetic Separators employ high-intensity rare earth magnets within a fully energized rotating drum to continuously remove ferrous particles from the flow of liquid. These systems are often used as a pre-filter to limit contaminants from reaching subsequent filtration equipment.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Magnetic Separator Product Family Brochure](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-magnetic-separator-product-family-brochure/): PRAB Magnetic Separators are available with either high-intensity Ferrite magnets or Rare Earth magnets. A fully energized rotating drum continuously removes ferrous particles from the liquid flow. These systems are often used as a pre-filter to limit contaminants from reaching subsequent filtration equipment.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Magnetic Separator- MCA Brochure](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-magnetic-separator-mca-brochure/): PRAB Magnetic Separators are proven to Reduce Machine Downtime By Up to 50%. Continuously Remove Ferrous Particles from the Flow of Liquid
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Magnetic Separators – MCJ-A](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-magnetic-separators-mcj-a/): PRAB MCJ-A Magnetic Separators employ high-intensity ferrite magnets within a fully energized rotating drum to continuously remove ferrous particles from the flow of liquid. These systems are often used as a pre-filter to limit contaminants from reaching subsequent filtration equipment.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Paper Bed Filter](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-paper-bed-filter/): PRAB offers a complete line of paper bed filters that provide long-term solutions for solids filtration, with or without magnetic separation- perfect for grinding applications. Filtered fluid can be reused or recycled, lowering your operational costs.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Drum-Type Paper Filters](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-drum-type-paper-filters/): PRAB Drum-Type Filters occupy one-third of the floor space of a traditional paper bed filter, saving valuable work space in your facility. Filtered fluid can be reused, lowering your operational costs.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Sump Cleaner Transport Options](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-sump-cleaner-transport-options/): TOW . WALK . LIFT . DRIVEPRAB sump cleaners are available in several transport base options in addition to the standard bases. Tow larger sump cleaners using two- or four-wheel trailers; Walk sump cleaners to move through narrow aisles and tight quarters; Lift smaller sump cleaners with forklifts; and Drive large sump cleaners that travel long distances
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Guardian Coolant Recycling System](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-guardian-coolant-recycling-system/): PRAB’s Guardian Coolant Recycling System is a centralized, cost-effective solution to the high costs of maintaining water-based coolants and washwater in the metalworking industry. The Guardian system recycles used coolants, reducing waste fluids by up to 90%, and eliminates concerns about wastewater haul-away liabilities. Everything you need for centralized coolant recycling is included with the Guardian. Each turnkey system is designed for easy installation, quick start-up, and simple, efficient operation. PRAB backs every Guardian system with a 100% performance guarantee.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Coolant Manager](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-coolant-manager/): The most common cause of coolant failure is rancidity. Until now, the only remedy has been adding liquid biocide to the solution or hauling it away. The Coolant Manager is the safe, economical way to provide constant bacteria control. Ozone is generated and injected directly into the coolant, which helps kill bacteria, yeast, fungus, and mold—eliminating sump odors and preventing dermatitis.
- [Product Brochure: Automatic Coolant Concentration Control AC](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-automatic-coolant-concentration-control-ac/): The AC3 Fluid Monitor is an economical in-line process refractometer. The unit’s simple design has only one piece: a detection unit with an affixed digital display. Instead of interrupting an automated process, the embedded processor tests for Brix continuously while the process runs. Its simplicity makes it suitable for a wide variety of applications.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Drum-Type Scraper Separator](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-drum-type-scraper-separator/): Drum-Type Scraper Separators offer proven reductions in new fluid purchases of up to 75%. Lower Your Maintenance Costs & Boost Your Bottom Line
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Industrial Oil Water Separators](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-industrial-oil-water-separators/): Proven Method for Fluid ReclamationThe PRAB Oil/Water Separator uses a proven coalescing method for gravity separating oil from water to less than 15 ppm. This system is designed to meet and exceed all performance requirements of U.S. Coast Guard 46CFR162.050 and IMO Resolution A393 (X) of effluent discharge of 15 ppm free and mechanically dispersed oil in water.
- [Case Study: PRAB Rinse Water Treatment System](https://www.prab.com/case-study-prab-rinse-water-treatment-system/): PRAB’s team of wastewater treatment equipment professionals, which includes a certified electroplater and finisher, and a licensed municipal wastewater operator, offered a combined 99 years of wastewater treatment experience. The team researched Tube-Mac’s operational and regulatory requirements. They designed a system that would meet local discharge regulations and would process over 60,000 gallons per day-with up to 70% of the treated water returning to the plating line for reuse.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Ultraviolet Technologies](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-ultraviolet-technologies/): Proven to Reduce Haul-Away Costs Up to 90%Destroys up to 99.9% of Waterborne MicroorganismsPRAB’s line of Ultraviolet (UV) systems for water purification are an environmentally friendly alternative to chlorine disinfection and have no disinfection byproducts (DBP’s). Used with other forms of filtration, such as reverse osmosis (RO) and ozone systems are compact in size. Systems help meet zero manifesting goals and comply with federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act requirements, as well as state and local discharge regulations.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Ozone Generators](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-ozone-generators/): Destroy Up to 99.9% of Waterborne Microorganisms with PRAB's Ozone Generators. The Most Powerful Commercial Oxidant. PRAB Ozone Generators are used for all types of industrial water applications—from recirculated washwater to bacteria control in water-based metal working lubricants and parts rinsing operations. Ozone-treated water does not contain any chlorinated compounds that require further treatment prior to disposal. Destroy bacteria, inhibit algae growth, and reduce scaling in wastewater.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Evaled Vacuum Evaporator](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-evaled-vacuum-evaporation/): Proven to Reduce Water Costs Up to 99%
- [Product Brochure: Evaled® Evaporation Technology](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-evaled-evaporation-technology/): Evaled Evaporation TechnologyReduce Washwater & Detergent Cost Up to 75%Evaporation is not only a natural phenomenon, but also a clean separation technology that has been recognized as a Best Available Technique in several wastewater treatment processes.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Reverse Osmosis Systems](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-reverse-osmosis-systems/): PRAB Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems effectively remove dissolved salts, colloidal, and suspended matter from the most challenging waste and feed water applications. It is typically used as a final process after ultrafiltration or chemical treatment of incoming water, process water, or industrial wastewater for reuse and/or discharging to your local POTW. PRAB Reverse Osmosis Systems arrive at your site fully tested and ready to clean contaminates from water.
- [White Paper: Reducing Haul-Away Costs in Metalworking Operations](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-reducing-haul-away-costs-in-metalworking-operations/): Costs to haul away and dispose of metal scrap and spent cutting fluids erode the bottom line of metalworking operations. Several factors outside the control of metalworking shops contribute to the costs, which continue to increase:
- [PRAB Managed Maintenance Program](https://www.prab.com/prab-managed-maintenance-program-brochure/): Download the MMP Brochure
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Ultrafiltration System](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-ultrafiltration-system/): PRAB’s line of Ultrafiltration Systems are designed to separate emulsified oils and suspended solids from wash water, rinse water, mop bucket, and floor scrubber waters to extend their useful life. Customers have benefited from the reduction in the use of water, reduction of detergent cost by up to 75%, and decreased disposal costs up to 90%.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Tubular Membrane Filtration Technologies](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-tubular-membrane-filtration-technologies/): Wastewater produced by industrial processes contaminated with solids, heavy metals, or oil and greases often require treatment prior to discharge or reuse. A treatment system using tubular membrane modules can significantly reduce solids and emulsified oil and greases, and in combination with chemical precipitation, provides excellent reduction of heavy metals (nickel, zinc, copper, lead, chromium, and more). Treated water (permeate or filtrate) is then ready for either disposal into existing municipal waste systems or further treatment for plant reuse/recycle. Tubular ultrafiltration is the best available technology for pretreatment before reverse osmosis systems, increasing recoveries for either process/wastewater recycling or pure water applications.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Fluid Filtration Solutions](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-fluid-filtration-solutions/): Product Selection Chart
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Fluid Filtration Systems](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-fluid-filtration-systems/): Documented Results Achieved by PRAB Customers:
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Industrial Water & Wastewater Treatment](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-industrial-water-wastewater-treatment/): Whether you need to simply separate swarf from coolant, clean wash water for reuse, or achieve clarity acceptable to your local municipality, all PRAB equipment and systems are designed for your specific application.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Industrial Water & Wastewater Treatment Systems](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-industrial-water-wastewater-treatment-systems/): Incoming Water | Process Water | Wastewater
- [Blog: Achieving Quantifiable Results Through Sustainable Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/achieving-quantifiable-results-through-sustainable-manufacturing/): After World War II, the United States underwent a rapid transformation from an agricultural to an industrial society, marking the beginning of the modern environmental movement. In the first 25 years of this movement, the US has spent more than $1 trillion addressing environmental threats caused by commercial activities. Since that time, being environmentally responsible has been an ever-growing concern, with quantifiable results being paramount. Fortunately, many companies' metalworking operations are motivated to ‘go green’ by a driver more significant than an environmentally friendly reputation.
- [White Paper: Green Engineering](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-green-engineering/): The green movement is not a new concept. In fact, the basic principles were well-known throughout Europe in the medieval era. However, it was the Industrial Revolution in Europe that caused the movement to really take root. America soon followed, and after World War II, quickly transformed from an agricultural society to an industrial one—which was the start of the modernday environmental movement.
- [The Fluid Waste Management Choice – Water & Wastes Digest](https://www.prab.com/the-fluid-waste-management-choice-water-wastes-digest/): Ultrafiltration (UF) excels at the clarification of solutions containing suspended solids, bacteria, and high concentrations of macromolecules, including oil and water. This is a pressure-driven process using membranes that are characterized by their molecular weight cut-off. No chemical additives are required. Ultrafiltration removes a variety of suspended solids and organic impurities from water and other solutions for optimum water management, including:
- [White Paper: Extending Tool Life In Metalworking Operations](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-extending-tool-life-in-metalworking-operations/): Automated fluid recycling systems maximize the service life of tools while lowering operating costs.By Mike Hook, Sales & Marketing Director, PRAB
- [Blog: Cutting Fluid’s Vital Role in Extending Tool Life](https://www.prab.com/cutting-fluids-vital-role-in-extending-tool-life/): Fluid filtration and recycling extends coolant life two to five times over typical change-out periods. The clean, recycled coolant reduces sump maintenance, improves machining quality and extends tool life. Studies show that tool life can be significantly extended—up to 25%—with effective coolant recycling equipment. In addition, fluid recycling significantly reduces new fluid purchase costs and lower hazardous waste disposal costs to provide ROI in multiple ways.
- [Evaporators Provide Economical Solution – Water & Wastes Digest](https://www.prab.com/evaporators-provide-economical-solution-water-wastes-digest/): PRAB Inc. can be reached at www.prab.com or 888.324.2576.
- [Case Study: Ingersoll Tillage Enhances Workplace Safety and Increases Scrap Value with PRAB’s Horizontal Axis Crusher](https://www.prab.com/case-study-ingersoll-tillage-enhances-workplace-safety-and-increases-scrap-value-with-prabs-horizontal-axis-crusher/): ABOVE: Custom-built, three-station, PLC controlled lathe cell with integrated visually guided robotics. 
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Mobile Sump Cleaner](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-mobile-sump-cleaner/): Download PDF 
- [White Paper: Taking Control of Wastewater Treatment](https://www.prab.com/taking-control-of-wastewater-treatment/): On a global level, wastewater treatment is an increasingly critical topic of discussion that has been addressed at the very highest levels of government and major corporations. In order to find a sustainable approach, companies can employ many different strategies to help themselves go beyond mere compliance and begin the process of positively impacting global water quality.
- [Blog: Considering Environmental Impact Beyond Mere Compliance](https://www.prab.com/considering-environmental-impact-beyond-compliance/): Wastewater treatment is an increasingly critical topic that has been discussed at the highest levels of government and major corporations. To find a sustainable approach, companies can employ many different strategies to help go beyond mere compliance and begin the process of positively impacting global water quality.
- [Application Review: Automotive Powertrain Manufacturer Sees Results BEFORE Installation of PRAB Wringer and Conveyor Through PRAB’s ‘Prove It Before You Use It’ Approach](https://www.prab.com/application-review-automotive-powertrain-manufacturer-sees-results-before-installation-of-prab-wringer-and-conveyor-through-prabs-prove-it-before-you-use-it-approach/): A global manufacturer of powertrain systems for the auto industry needed to improve fluid recovery as part of its steel stamping scrap process at its facility in the Northeastern United States. As a tier one supplier to major automotive manufacturers, and with an estimated 70% of the vehicles on the road utilizing one of their systems, the company has a demanding production process to uphold. The ability to recover valuable stamping oil from its steel stamping scrap would provide the manufacturer the ability to reduce future stamping oil expenses, reduce haul-away and disposal costs, and improve the value of its stamping scrap.
- [Blog: Setting The Groundwork For Equipment Performance & Return](https://www.prab.com/setting-the-groundwork-for-equipment-performance-return/): As part of its value-added service, PRAB simulated the manufacturer’s process for separating the oil from the metal scrap at PRAB’s facility test lab using the metal scrap processing equipment that would be installed at the manufacturer’s plant. During the test, an engineer dumped two 55-gallon barrels of small stamping scrap material provided by the powertrain manufacturer into a conveyor infeed hopper. The material moved up the system’s conveyor and discharged into a diagonal shaft wringer. The wringer dried the chips and shells and discharged them back into the customer-supplied barrel.
- [The Surprising Value in Fluid Recovery – Production Machining](https://www.prab.com/the-surprising-value-in-fluid-recovery-production-machining/): Located in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, Anthony Screw Products Ltd. is a precision machining company that produces a range of custom parts including fittings, washers, nuts, bolts and pulley hubs. Company President Rod Anthony has more than 25 years of experience working in every position in the plant’s manufacturing process.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Builds Equipment for the Toughest Jobs in Manufacturing and Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-builds-equipment-for-the-toughest-jobs-in-manufacturing-and-metalworking/): “We could do a die change and not have all that external equipment to move, potentially break, or hurt someone.”- Rick, TWB Plant ManagerProven Results Achieved for PRAB Customers:
- [White Paper: Implementing Smart Equipment In The Metalworking Industry](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-implementing-smart-equipment-in-the-metalworking-industry/): .column { float: left; width: 33.33%; padding: 20px; }
- [Blog: Reliable Unattended Production: Run More Profitably & Automatically](https://www.prab.com/reliable-unattended-production-run-more-profitably-and-automatically/): Most people are familiar with Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART technology)—in the form of many consumer devices such as mobile phones, fitness wristbands, and home thermostats. Companies in the manufacturing industry are rapidly incorporating this technology into everyday operations with a network of small, affordable, internet-connected computers and sensors (IIoT). Applying these internet-enabled, data-driven devices to the industrial space allows manufacturers to automate and improve operations in ways that were unimaginable, even as recently as a decade ago.
- [White Paper: Prioritizing Plant Housekeeping In A Metalworking Operation](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-prioritizing-plant-housekeeping-in-a-metalworking-operation/): By Mike Hook, Sales & Marketing Director, PRAB
- [Blog: Protecting Your Workforce](https://www.prab.com/protecting-your-workforce/): By reducing metalworking scrap to flowable chips and separating chips from spent fluid for recycle or reuse, an operation can use less floor space and create a cleaner working environment using briquetters, crushers and shredders, wringers and centrifuges, and horizontal screw presses.
- [Blog: Good Housekeeping’s Positive Effect on Profit, Productivity, and Purpose](https://www.prab.com/good-housekeepings-positive-effect-on-profit-productivity-and-purpose/): The United States the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration states that good housekeeping in the workplace not only creates a cleaner, safer workplace, but also promotes positive behaviors, habits and attitudes. However, to fully reap the benefits, the administration recommends that good housekeeping be maintained throughout the workday. This helps to avoid the physical consequences to employees that can result from poor housekeeping, like trips over objects, slip and falls on oily floors, or allergic reactions to spilled or improperly stored chemicals.
- [Blog: Back-End Solutions That Move Profit Margins in a Positive Direction](https://www.prab.com/back-end-solutions-that-move-profit-margins-in-a-positive-direction/): Metalworking operations are often faced with unavoidable costs that are beyond their control. Two of the largest this year have been tariffs, and the cost of cutting fluids. Fortunately, there are many back-end solutions to help offset these costs that will add more value to metal scrap and spend fluids, and move profit margins in a positive direction.
- [White Paper: Getting the Most Value from Metal Scrap and Spent Fluids](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-getting-the-most-value-from-metal-scrap-and-spent-fluids/): When market factors reduce profit margins, metalworking operations should consider shifting their capital expenditures to back-end process systems.By Mike Hook, Sales & Marketing Director, PRAB
- [Blog: 3 Automated Metalworking Equipment Solutions Can Help You With the Skilled Worker Shortage](https://www.prab.com/3-automated-equipment-solutions-that-can-help-you-cope-with-a-skilled-worker-shortage/): Thanks to a strong economy and a healthy construction market, metalworking operations aren’t struggling to find work these days. Unfortunately, the dwindling number of highly skilled workers with deep industry knowledge poses a more severe problem that must be dealt with to ensure that productivity keeps pace with demand.
- [White Paper: Waste Stream Management in the Midst of a Limited Workforce](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-reallocating-labor-in-the-metalworking-industry/): Solving metalworking waste stream issues as retaining employees becomes more difficult.By Mike Hook, Sales & Marketing Director, PRAB
- [White Paper: PRAB Evaporation Technology](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-prab-evaporation-technology/): Economical Separation Solutions for Industrial Wastewater Treatment
- [Blog: Avoiding Accidents & Injuries in the Metalworking Operation](https://www.prab.com/avoiding-accidents-injuries-in-the-metalworking-operation/): The numbers show there is still a long way to go to reduce the financial implications of an unsafe workplace, especially in certain areas of the metalworking industry. Fortunately, there are solutions available to decision-makers when they choose to seriously consider the application of-and the benefits provided by-the core automated processes used in the handling of metal scrap and spent fluids.
- [White Paper: Avoiding Accidents, Injuries & Illnesses In Metalworking Operations](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-avoiding-accidents-injuries-illnesses-in-metalworking-operations/): In a report issued during the 2018 National Safety Council Congress & Expo, the Campbell Institute-a respected global thought leader on placing environment, health, and safety at the core of business vitality-recommended that strategies designed to minimize serious injuries and fatalities in the workplace should include identifying the precursors to such events. By doing so, companies could focus on pre-emptively eliminating the potential for dangerous incidents to occur, rather than reacting to them after the fact.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Horizontal Screw Press](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-horizontal-screw-press/): Disposing hazardous grinding swarf or filter cake can be difficult and expensive. PRAB’s horizontal screw press processes material that is 40 to 50% wet with coolant or cutting oils to remove up to 85% of fluid. Use as a stand-alone unit or in combination with the Dualpak™ Briquetter to recover up to 95% of fluids. Recycle fluids with one of PRAB’s fluid filtration and recycling units for even greater savings.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Automatic Dumpers](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-automatic-dumpers/): Eliminate Manual Dumping of Chips & TurningsSafely Deposit Chips and TurningsAutomatic dumpers are designed to accept chip carts or drums, elevate and invert them over a receiving hopper to feed a chip processing system.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Heavy-Duty Chip Carts](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-heavy-duty-chip-carts/): PRAB chip carts provide easy transportation of dry or wet metal chips and turnings. Heavy-duty steel construction provides leak-proof performance. A range of models and capacities is available to meet your particular needs. PRAB mobile containers can be efficiently operated by one person to improve plant housekeeping and minimize manual scrap handling costs. A full range of options is available, including: tow links, dumping trunnions, dumping frames, and hinged drain covers.
- [Coolant Recycling System Improves Tool Life, Reduces Costs – Modern Machine Shop](https://www.prab.com/coolant-recycling-system-improves-tool-life-reduces-costs/): As a supplier to some of the world’s largest aerospace companies, Koss Aerospace has taken a number of key steps to enhance overall efficiency and eliminate waste by committing to lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and green initiatives. Among those steps was the addition of a PRAB Guardian coolant recycling system to address cutting fluid capacity issues and to improve other aspects of the operation.
- [Case Study: Metal Stamping Company Implements Successful Expansion Project in Partnership with PRAB Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/case-study-metal-stamping-company-implements-successful-expansion-project-in-partnership-with-prab-conveyors/): E&E Manufacturing
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Tramp Metal Separator](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-tramp-metal-separator/): The PRAB Tramp Metal Separator protects processing equipment from Damage: 5 Unique Designs to Remove Solids from Chip Flow- Saving on Costly Repairs
- [Blog: Considerations for Conveyor Selection](https://www.prab.com/considerations-for-conveyor-selection/): Critical Goals for Conveyor Selection
- [Blog: Spinning Vs Briquetting For Maximum Scrap Value](https://www.prab.com/spinning-vs-briquetting-for-maximum-scrap-value/): There are many shops that use a centrifuge to spin fluid from chips as opposed to using a briquetter to compact the chips into pucks. But, when it comes to lose scrap and pucks, the pucks are easier to store, leave little residual oil, and can bring more money than loose chips. So why despite the benefits of a briquetter, are some shops just spinning?
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Dualpak™ Briquetter](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-dualpak-briquetter/): PRAB’s Dualpak™ Briquetter machines increase the value of metal chips, loose turnings and swarf by compressing them into near solid, dry briquettes to send to the recycler or feed to furnace. Unlike competing briquetting machines, the Dualpak uses two opposing hydraulic cylinders. These cylinders press metal equally from both sides, creating the industry’s densest briquettes.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Metal Turnings Shredders](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-metal-turnings-shredders/): PRAB Metal Turnings Shredders reduce volumes or metal turnings by shredding them into flowable chips for higher value when sending to the recycler. Units are a safe and cost-effective way to process all types of steel turnings and other metalworking scrap- using less space for storage and creating safer work areas. PRAB’s Metal Shredders are available as System-Integrated Shredders (SMD models) for use with chip processing or transporting systems or as stand-alone Horizontal Axis Shredders (HAS) unit for volume reduction at the source.
- [Case Study: Aerospace Components Manufacturer Reduces its Environmental Impact and Cuts New Coolant Purchases by 75%](https://www.prab.com/case-study-aerospace-components-manufacturer-reduces-its-environmental-impact-and-cuts-new-coolant-purchases-by-75/): Emptying the sumps of Koss Aerospace’s 26 machining centers was labor intensive and caused a lot of downtime. Their old system’s inability to handle this level of fluid resulted in foul odor and excessive haul-away costs.
- [Blog: Reduce Rinse Water Use](https://www.prab.com/reduce-rinse-water-use-recovery-measures-with-real-dollar-values/): Most of the hazardous waste in surface finishing comes from wastewater that is generated by rinse water. Due to the substantial amount of this waste, within this $155 billion dollar industry, companies are taking quick action to mitigate the environmental risk associated with dumping, and consumption. One of the major steps is though pollution prevention planning and water conservation.
- [White Paper: Making Wastewater Compliance Part Of A Profit Strategy](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-making-wastewater-compliance-part-of-a-profit-strategy/): Water is considered an essential resource for many manufacturing operations, as well as being one of the most heavily regulated. In an effort to trim expenses and comply with ever-tightening federal, state, and local regulations, industrial wastewater treatment has become a critical focal point for modern plant operations.
- [Blog: Eliminate Bacteria in Coolant](https://www.prab.com/eliminate-bacterian-in-coolant/): Another method used in machining operations is by skimming and filtration. These systems do work as part of a fluid management program, but do not eliminate the bacteria without ozone treatment. The only effective solution is to add an ozone generator to these systems.
- [Case Study: Machining Company Achieves Considerable Cost, Space and Labor Savings with a PRAB Crusher/Wringer System](https://www.prab.com/case-study-machining-company-achieves-considerable-cost-space-and-labor-savings-with-a-prab-crusher-wringer-system/): PRAB’s proposed system (Crusher/Wringer) included a high-level automatic cart dumper that would feed long, stringy turnings into a vertical-axis crusher to reduce them to flowable chips. Next, a steel-belt wringer feed conveyor would collect crushed chips and elevate them to a tramp metal separator for removal of accidentally ingested solids. Then, a diagonal shaft chip wringer would separate oil from the chips with more than 600 G’s of centrifugal force before pneumatically discharging the dried chips into a covered roll-off container.
- [White Paper: Six Feasibility Studies](https://www.prab.com/white-paper-six-feasibility-studies/): Certified by third parties on the performance of EVALED® Evaporators
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Diagonal-Shaft Wringer](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-diagonal-shaft-wringer/): PRAB Diagonal-Shaft WringerGet A Higher Payback From Your Scrap Metal
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Horizontal Axis Crusher](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-horizontal-axis-crusher/): The PRAB Horizontal Axis Crusher (HAC) processes low volumes of stringy, bulky metal turnings into flowable, shovel-grade chips at the point of generation. Engineered for on-site maintenance with all wear parts being easily replaceable, including rotating cutter blades, stationary cutter rings, and abrasion-resistant discharge screen. The HAC system is typically mounted on a stand or a heavy-duty cart under the conveyor discharge from the machining center.
- [Product Brochure: Vertical Axis Crusher](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-vertical-axis-crusher/): The PRAB Vertical Axis Crusher (VAC II) provides continuous, positive feed operation for high volume scrap reduction on the plant floor. Nested wads of metal turnings take up valuable floor space, are a safety hazard and have reduced scrap metal recycling value due to added processing costs. The vertical axis crusher is one of the most effective pieces of scrap metal processing equipment for quickly and safely creating flowable, thumbnail-sized chips from wads of turnings.
- [Technical Brief: Eliminating Soluble Heavy Metal Ions From Industrial Wastewater by Precipitation and Ultrafiltration](https://www.prab.com/technical-brief-eliminating-soluble-heavy-metal-ions-from-industrial-wastewater-by-precipitation-and-ultrafiltration/): Today’s manufacturers should be keenly aware of the problems—and especially the penalties—associated with discharging industrial wastewater into sewage treatment systems. The removal of soluble heavy metal ions from wastewater is a common industrial treatment requirement in modern manufacturing.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Chip Processing Systems All Product Brochure](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-turning-and-metal-chip-processing-systems/): PRAB Metal Chip Processing Systems
- [Blog: Conveyors for E-Scrap?](https://www.prab.com/conveyors-for-e-scrap/): The most recognized and versatile is the traditional steel belt conveyor. Steel belt conveyors are a relatively inexpensive and practical way to move and elevate large volumes of material in harsh environments.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB E-Series Chip System](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-e-series-chip-system/): The PRAB E-Series Chip System is a dependable, fully automated system for reclaiming valuable cutting fluid from wet metal chips and turnings. This compact unit was designed for small- to medium-volume materials and can process Aluminum, Brass, cast iron, steel, or stainless steel. The system will provide you with a fast return on investment and is delivered ready to go.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Load-Out System](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-load-out-system/): Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsAutomate Final Load-out of Stamping Scrap, Die Scrap and Machining ScrapThe PRAB Load-out System completes the scrap handling process by moving it to distribution bins for haul-away to the recycler. This system provides efficient, automated, and even filling for maximum container fill.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB In-Floor Trough Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-in-floor-trough-conveyors/): Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsLiquid Tight Construction Ideal for High Volume, Coolant Flow ApplicationsPRAB In-floor Trough Conveyors transfer all types of metal chips, fines and turnings, wet or dry bushy wads and tramp metal solids with time and energy saving efficiency. The liquid-tight trough construction is ideal for high-volume coolant flow applications.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Magnetic Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-magnetic-conveyors/): PRAB Magnetic Conveyors are Still Operating in the Field After 60 Years. Quiet Performance with No Carryover
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Furnace Feeder](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-furnace-feeder/): The PRAB Furnace Feeder allows for meter feeding of abrasive die scrap, casting metal, and other materials directly into the furnace- keeping operators from harms way at a distance from the melting area.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Casting Cooler](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-casting-cooler/): Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsIdeal for Air Cooling of Hot Die CastingsThe PRAB Casting Cooler is used as an alternative for water quench conveyors and helps meet operational needs and improves plant air quality. Systems are available with single or multiple fan designs and can run continuously or indexing.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Quench Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-quench-conveyor/): Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsImprove Casting Consistency and ProductivityPRAB Quench Conveyors are excellent for applications where air cooling is not sufficient or practical. Choose from a complete line of liquid-tight conveyors for die cast, heat transfer, parts cooling or coating operations.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Pneumatic Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-pneumatic-conveyor/): Proven to Raise Productivity Up to 60%Highly Flexible Layout for Maximized Floor Space-No Plant Air RequiredPRAB Pneumatic Conveyors offer operation and installation flexibility. This conveyor is designed to pick-up wet or dry scrap directly from CNC machining centers and transports it to a central chip processing system or load-out container. This type of tubular conveyance allows for installation near the ceiling or in tight spaces which provides minimal floor space for operation, and allows for easy reconfiguration when modifying plant space.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Drag Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-drag-conveyor/): PRAB offers two models of drag conveyors- Series #348 and Series #458 available in three configuration styles designed to convey materials ranging in weight and bulk density. This scrap material conveyor is also available with in-feed hoppers and metering plates, and can be customized with coolant pumps for integration with a PRAB chip processing and fluid filtration system.
- [Product Brochure: Screw Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-screw-conveyor/): Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 YearsCost Effective and Virtually Maintenance FreeThe PRAB Screw Conveyor is engineered to meter feed and distribute a wide range of wet or dry metalworking scrap. It is most often used to feed other chip processing equipment, such as a shredder or wringer, because of its ability to separate bundled material and meter feed. The screw conveyor is available in a variety of sizes with many optionsdepending on the type and form of material, storage needs, and recycling needs.
- [Product Brochure: PRAB ScrapVeyor II™](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-scrapveyor-ii/): The PRAB ScrapVeyor II™ features leak-proof construction that retains 100% of fluids when moving stamping scrap to its destination, and provides positive discharge for a clean operation. Combine this scrap conveyor with a distribution system to maximize operational load-out efficiency.
- [Product Brochure: Oscillating Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-oscillating-conveyor/): Proven to Increase Productivity Up to 60%Low Cost, Economical Choice for Small to Large Sized ShopsThe PRAB Oscillating Conveyor with eccentric drive incrementally moves material at roughly 12.5 feet (3.81 meters) per minute. Its durable, multi-ply fiberglass springs provide a smooth and quiet flow.
- [Blog: The Benefits of Coolant RecyclingOutweigh the Up-Front Costs](https://www.prab.com/the-benefits-of-coolant-recycling-outweigh-the-up-front-costs/): A modern and proven coolant recycling system, like the PRAB Guardian™ Coolant Recycling System are low maintenance, resulting in lower costs, minimal downtime, and less employee contact with hazardous coolant. When using water-based coolants in a metalworking process, this is the ideal solution for finding optimal value. Several of the benefits include:
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Pivot Belt™ Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-pivot-belt-conveyor/): PRAB’s Pivot Belt Conveyors are available in 2.5” to 4” pitch, designed to convey materials ranging in various weights and bulk densities. Multiple configurations are available including Z-Style, L-Style, and Straight.
- [Product Brochure: Die Cast Scrap Conveyor Systems](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-die-cast-scrap-conveyor-systems/): Scrap aluminum from die cast trim presses drop onto oscillating conveyors that feed onto dual under-floor centralized collection oscillators.
- [Product Brochure: Conveyor Solutions](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-conveyor-solutions/):  Long Lasting Equipment: Conveyors Still Operating in the Field After 57 Years
- [Blog: Ultrafiltration and Precipitation: The Most Effective Methods for Removing Heavy Metals from Industrial Wastewater](https://www.prab.com/ultrafiltration-and-precipitation-the-most-effective-methods-for-removing-heavy-metals-from-industrial-wastewater/): Electroplating, electroless nickel plating, metal-forming operations, battery recycling and other such operations all generate wastewater containing soluble heavy metal ions. Ultrafiltration and precipitation are the most effective methods for removing these metal ions. Both help manufacturers avoid the costly consequences of non-treatment, that can include corrosion to systems, toxic pollutants passed into surface waters, sludge disposal, and more.
- [Product Brochure: Stamping Scrap Conveyors & Systems](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-stamping-scrap-conveyors-systems/): Proven to Raise Productivity Up To 60%Documented Results Achieved by PRAB Customers
- [Product Brochure: Beaded Pan Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-beaded-pan-conveyor/): The PRAB Beaded Pan Conveyor is well suited for severe environments. These heavy duty conveyors are designed to handle extremely heavy or high temperature applications. Extra thick pans have been designed to overlap, eliminating the need for hinge knuckles and through pins.
- [Removing Heavy Metals from Wastewater – Products Finishing](https://www.prab.com/removing-heavy-metals-from-wastewater-products-finishing/): Q: What are some tips you can give our shop about the proper removal of soluble heavy metal ions from from our wastewater?
- [Product Brochure: PRAB Steel Belt Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/product-brochure-prab-steel-belt-conveyors/): More versatile than other types of conveyors, the PRAB Steel Belt Conveyor can be used to handle any type of metal scrap- from bushy material to chips and turnings, wet or dry- in any volume and in a wide variety of conveyor paths.
- [Blog: The 3-Step Approach to Circularity and Wastewater Reduction in Aerospace Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/the-3-step-approach-to-better-waste-reduction-in-aerospace-manufacturing/): According to the Aerospace Industries Association, few if any industries have done a better job of improving environmental performance over the last several decades than the aerospace industry. The AIA states that today’s aircraft and engines are considerably more efficient than those manufactured just 20 or 30 years ago, which has dramatically decreased fuel usage and harmful emissions. Additionally, the international aerospace industry continues to make significant investments in efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and elevate environmental performance to the next level. Advances like alternative fuels and even more efficient airframes and engines, combined with fuel-saving gains in operations and transformations in air transportation systems, point to an even greener future.
- [Blog: Evaporation Technology: A Unique Separation Process for Industrial Wastewater Treatment](https://www.prab.com/evaporation-technology-a-unique-separation-process-for-industrial-wastewater-treatment/): Evaporation, or distillation, is a separation process that takes advantage of the changing physical states of water, or other solvents, from liquid to vapor. It is unique from other separation processes, in that the water is removed from the contaminants rather than the pollutants being filtered from the water. Before recent technological developments, the capital and energy requirements for evaporation processes had been too intensive for wastewater treatment or recycling applications. The economical use of evaporation was limited to product recovery applications or when all other treatment methods had failed. For over 35 years, however, EVALED® evaporators and crystallizers throughout the world have been implemented as wastewater treatment and recycling solutions– economically and reliably. EVALED® heat pump vacuum evaporators, hot/cold water evaporators, and mechanical vapor recompression (MVR) systems offer clean, simple, and compact separation technology options for a wide range of difficult-to-treat industrial applications.
- [Blog: A New Approach to Scrap & Fluid Management in Aerospace](https://www.prab.com/a-new-approach-to-scrap-and-fluid-management-in-aerospace/): The company was aware of the benefits a PRAB Dualpak™ Briquetter system could bring to its operation, as it had achieved success with similar installations at several of its other facilities throughout Canada. That success included an ROI on the equipment expenditure in approximately 18 months and payback on the company’s coolant costs in approximately 8-10 months.
- [Case Study: Aerospace Components Manufacturer Turns Its Waste Stream into a Revenue Stream with a PRAB Dualpak Briquetting System and Guardian Coolant Recycling System](https://www.prab.com/case-study-aerospace-components-manufacturer-turns-its-waste-stream-into-a-revenue-stream/): By combining the PRAB Dualpak Briquetting system with an upstream crusher, the company was able to significantly and efficiently reduce the bulk density of its scrap material. Instead of dumping the contents of the hopper directly into an external container, the forklifts now deposit the scrap material into the briquetter, which uses dual-compression technology to transform it into a “puck” that is almost 90% solid — the highest-density puck in the industry.
- [Blog: Feasibility Study: Oil Emulsion and Rinse Water Waste Treatment with Vacuum Evaporation](https://www.prab.com/feasibility-study-oil-emulsion-and-rinse-water-waste-treatment-with-vacuum-evaporation/): Mechanical and surface treatment processes in the automotive, aviation, and appliances industries require large quantities of water and produce highly pollutant wastewater that cannot be discharged directly into the sewer without proper treatment. This requirement can easily increase a company’s operating costs. A feasibility study in each case for treatment of these wastes is recommended.
- [Blog: Productivity and Cost Improvement Through Metal Scrap & Fluid Management](https://www.prab.com/productivity-and-cost-improvement-through-metal-scrap-and-fluid-management/): Productivity improvements in today’s manufacturing plants and machine shops are typically derived from the evaluation of the machining equipment, operating procedures, and labor allocations associated with process-side activity. Often the metalworking waste streams; consisting of metal and cutting fluids are overlooked as a place for productivity improvements due to an assumption that a collect-and-dump approach is the most cost-effective method of scrap and fluid management.
- [Blog: Why Companies Should Care – Industrial Water & Wastewater Management](https://www.prab.com/why-companies-should-care-industrial-water-and-wastewater-management/): According to UN.org, more than 80% of all the wastewater from our homes, cities, industry and agriculture flows back into the ecosystem via lakes, rivers and other bodies of surface water, polluting the environment while losing valuable nutrients and other recoverable materials in the process.
- [Blog: Making Wastewater Compliance Part of a Profit Strategy](https://www.prab.com/making-wastewater-compliance-part-of-a-profit-strategy/): Water is considered an essential resource for many manufacturing operations, as well as being one of the most heavily regulated. In an effort to trim expenses and comply with ever-tightening federal, state, and local regulations, industrial water and wastewater treatment has become a critical focal point for modern plant operations.
- [Blog: How a Modern Coolant Recycling System Can Bring Big Benefits to Your Metalworking Operation](https://www.prab.com/how-a-modern-coolant-recycling-system-can-bring-big-benefits-to-your-metalworking-operation/): The arrival of a new year is often accompanied by resolutions to do things differently – and ideally, better. Re-evaluating processes and implementing new technology have become strategic pillars in the growth plans for a vast majority of North American companies. The willingness to embrace innovation and the ability to find efficiencies are critical components to achieving success.
- [Blog: How PRAB Conveyors Can Keep Slips and Falls to a Minimum](https://www.prab.com/how-prab-conveyors-can-keep-slips-and-falls-to-a-minimum/): There isn’t an employer in existence that shouldn’t consider slips and falls to be a significant safety concern in its facilities. In an article about overlooked hazards and risk zones in the workplace, Facility Executive magazine cites some sobering numbers: Same-level slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of workplace injuries and totaled almost 200,000 in 2015, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Those types of falls racked up nearly $11 billion in medical costs and workers’ compensation claims in 2016 alone, as reported in the 2017 Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index.
- [Blog: Stick a Fork in Your Forklift Problem with Engineered Conveying Systems](https://www.prab.com/stick-a-fork-in-your-forklift-problem-with-engineered-conveying-systems/): The forklift truck is standard equipment for many industrial manufacturing operations that need to move enormous amounts (read: tons) of material from point A to point B, day in and day out. Most of these operations probably feel like they can’t live without forklifts. However, the convenience and expediency they provide, in addition to sparing workers the task of lifting heavy loads, often come with an enormous price.
- [Blog: Automating the Chip Removal Process with PRAB Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/automating-the-chip-removal-process-with-prab-conveyors/): Automating the chip removal process is essential for keeping up with high Q rates in metalworking operations. By using PRAB conveyors, machine shops can produce more parts with less downtime between jobs (as well as create more value for their scrap and increase revenue by recycling coolant with additional PRAB equipment). Our engineers will help you understand and asses the pros and cons of each system as it applies to your operation so you can implement the best solution for your specific needs.
- [Blog: No More “Either Or”: How PRAB Chip Processing Equipment Can Pay for Itself…And Everything Else You Need](https://www.prab.com/no-more-either-or-how-prab-processing-equipment-can-pay-for-itselfand-everything-else-you-need/): Wouldn’t it be great if you could have it all? With no more decisions about where to allocate your equipment budget or which purchases to prioritize, you could fill your facility with everything you need to maximize efficiency and increase profitability.
- [Blog: Cutting Waste Management Costs with Ultrafiltration](https://www.prab.com/cutting-waste-management-costs-with-ultrafiltration/): Waste management cost has continued to be a focus for manufacturers. With dollars on the rise for waste disposal, and environmental issues, companies are beginning to crack down more on ways to save money, and be environmentally sustainable.
- [Blog: The Truth About Water Consumption: Conserve it with a Water Filtration System](https://www.prab.com/the-truth-about-water-consumption-conserve-it-with-a-water-filtration-system/): It’s a known fact the total quantity of water on this planet is fixed, its quality is deteriorating, because man has been contaminating it for thousands of years with little regard for the significance of his actions.
- [Blog: Save Your Skin (And Money) With a Coolant Recycling System](https://www.prab.com/save-your-skin-and-money-with-a-coolant-recycling-system/): PRAB provided a solution for coolant recycling just like this for Iowa Industrial Hydraulics. They purchased a Guardian 400 and 175 gallon Sump Cleaner to rid themselves of the never-ending foul odors they were experiencing in the sump, and to save money on their coolant waste disposal. The Guardian coolant recycling system uses three separate principles to recondition metalworking coolants:
- [Blog: How to Reduce Costs with a Coolant Recycling System](https://www.prab.com/how-to-reduce-costs-with-a-coolant-recycling-system/): That may sound too good to be true, but it isn’t, particularly with PRAB’s Guardian Coolant Recycling System. The fluid collection point removes tramp oils and suspended solids from contaminated coolant, controls bacteria, and adjust fluid concentration. This allows you to reuse your coolant over and over again – eliminating the need to frequently purchase new coolant. While the continuous overflow prevents your bacteria from going rancid.
- [Case Study: Cameron International Improves Profitability, Reduces New Coolant Purchases by Recycling Coolant with Guardian System](https://www.prab.com/case-study-cameron-international-improves-profitability-reduces-new-coolant-purchases-by-recycling-coolant-with-guardian-system/): Guardian Coolant Recycling System
- [Blog: PRAB Exhibits at ISRI Convention and Exposition in New Orleans](https://www.prab.com/prab-exhibits-at-isri-convention-and-exposition-in-new-orleans/): PRAB is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacturing of equipment and systems for processing metal scrap and spent cutting fluids as well as equipment for treating oily wastewater for recycle and reuse. PRAB’s fully-automated systems reduce the volume of raw metal scrap (such as iron, aluminum, brass, steel, and other machining metals) and remove cutting oils or coolant for recycle or disposal. Putting more than 65 years’ experience to use, PRAB helps manufacturers maximize the value of their scrap metal and cutting fluids.
- [Blog: Dangers of Hazardous Chemicals in Wastewater](https://www.prab.com/dangers-of-hazardous-chemicals-in-wastewater/): The removal of lubricants, rust inhibitors, and cleaning chemicals has become increasingly important over the years due to the chemical make-up of each.
- [Blog: Fluid Filtration Management with a Recycling System](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration-management-with-a-recycling-system/): In the Cutting Tool Engineering® March issue article, “Proper fluid management, filtration keep sumps cleaner,” industry experts discuss fluid management and investing the right fluid filtration recycling equipment to help make dirty sumps a not-so-dirty job for workers. PRAB’s very own Technical Direction, Tom Tripepi was quoted in the article speaking on the importance of fluid filtration recycling systems.
- [Blog: The Importance Of Design Elements In Maximizing The Life Of Your Steel Belt Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/the-importance-of-design-elements-in-maximizing-the-life-of-your-steel-belt-conveyor/): Steel belt conveyors have been relied upon in the stamping industry for hundreds of years. The reason for this is because of the way steel belt conveyors automate the scrap handling process, and for the specific ways in which they can be designed to mitigate wear of the conveyor and any unplanned downtime associated with that wear.
- [Blog: Why Wear Abatement Strategies Are Necessary](https://www.prab.com/why-wear-abatement-strategies-are-necessary/): Although any good equipment design will incorporate some sort of safety factor for wear, more application-specific details should be shared with the design engineer. This will ensure less wear, better value, and a longer lasting piece of equipment.
- [Case Study: Chip and Fluid Recovery at Mathews, Inc.](https://www.prab.com/case-study-chip-and-fluid-recovery-at-mathews-inc/): Kalamazoo, Mich., July 20, 2014 - Featured in Modern Machine Shop Magazine. Mathews, Inc is a manufacturer of Bows and Archery Equipment. The company has been in business since 1992 starting with 26 people, growing to now over 400 full-time employees. Another recent expansion to a new 56,000 sq ft facility provided the added capacity necessary to meet customer demand for their products. The company machines Aluminum to build their Bows and accessories. The expansion meant increased capacity for machining centers but also additional metal scrap. Scott Jenkins, Machine Shop Manager Equipment & Design at Mathews worked with Randy Brown, Executive Account Manager for United Milwaukee Scrap, LLC to help develop a cost-effective solution to the challenge of processing the increased volume of Aluminum chips.
- [Case Study: Ultrafiltration For Tumbling/Vibratory Deburring Applications](https://www.prab.com/case-study-ultrafiltration-for-tumbling-vibratory-deburring-applications/): Fabrication manufacturer has an issue with discharging tumbling water from two vibratory deburring systems.
- [Application Review: Automotive Manufacturer Drives Cost Reduction and Increases Profitability Through Wastewater Treatment](https://www.prab.com/application-review-automotive-manufacturer-drives-cost-reduction-and-increases-profitability-through-wastewater-treatment/): Please click on the link above to view full application review including Plant Process Diagram and application outcome.
- [Application Review: Parts-Cleaning Oily Wastewater Disposal Costs Reduced by Over 90% with Vacuum Distillation](https://www.prab.com/application-review-parts-cleaning-oily-wastewater-disposal-costs-reduced-by-over-90-with-vacuum-distillation/): A global market-leading manufacturer of mechanical fastening systems and precision components needed to reduce wastewater disposal costs. The Italian facility serves diversified end markets, including the automotive, construction supply, electrical/electronics, aerospace and medical components industry.
- [Technical Brief: Critical Design Elements for Maximizing the Life of Under Press Steel Belt Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/technical-brief-critical-design-elements-for-maximizing-the-life-of-under-press-steel-belt-conveyors/): As Press technology has expanded to meet the changing demands of customers in the automotive, aerospace, defense, and construction equipment sectors, the reliability and robust nature of the steel belt conveyor design remains one of the most efficient methods for the transfer of flat metal stamping scrap. The increased demands on stampers to achieve tighter tolerances using a wider range of materials coupled with 24/7 run times means that equipment purchases normally made as second nature now need to be evaluated for dependability and longevity under extreme operating conditions.
- [Case Study – Industrial Ultrafiltration System Eliminates $95K in Annual Disposal Costs – Full ROI in 8 Months](https://www.prab.com/case-study-ultrafiltration-system-pays-for-itself-in-less-than-6-months/): A brake components manufacturer needs an alternative method for disposing of thousands of gallons of wash water and cleaner each week at a hefty cost.
- [Case Study: Tramp Oil Separator Extends Washwater Life](https://www.prab.com/case-study-tramp-oil-separator-extends-washwater-life/): Tramp Oil Separator
- [Case Study: Ford Utilizes TW’s To Reduce High Tramp Oil Levels](https://www.prab.com/case-study-ford-utilizes-tws-to-reduce-high-tramp-oil-levels/): Tramp Oil Separator, Magnetic Separators, Mobile Separator
- [Case Study: Presmet Corporation Benefits From PRAB HUF-VIB System](https://www.prab.com/case-study-presmet-corporation-benefits-from-prab-huf-vib-system/): Ultrafiltration Vibratory System
- [Case Study: Auto Parts Manufacturer Reduces Coolant Purchase Costs and Eliminates Used Coolant Disposal in First 12 Months](https://www.prab.com/case-study-auto-parts-manufacturer-reduces-coolant-purchase-costs-and-eliminates-used-coolant-disposal-in-first-12-months/): When Ogura Corporation, a Detroit based parts manufacturer, was faced with the dilemma of excessive coolant consumption, PRAB’s Fluid Filtration division was able to offer the optimal solution: Coolant Recycling.
- [Case Study: Metalworking Company Finds Increased Asset Utilization by Focusing on Scrap Management](https://www.prab.com/case-study-metalworking-company-finds-increased-asset-utilization-by-focusing-on-scrap-management/): Automated Scrap Handling
- [Application Review: Mobile Conveyor Helps a High-Volume Stamping Operation Improve Production and Increase Safety](https://www.prab.com/application-review-mobile-conveyor-helps-a-high-volume-stamping-operation-improve-production-and-increase-safety/): Collaborative Design
- [Application Review: A Die Cast Company Improves Melting Process and Cuts Operating Expenses](https://www.prab.com/application-review-a-die-cast-company-improves-melting-process-and-cuts-operating-expenses/): A die-casting company in the Midwest contracts with automotive and other industrial OEM companies to design and manufacture die-cast parts from Aluminum, Zinc, and Plastic. The die caster recognized the need to improve the efficiency of their Aluminum remelting processes.
- [Application Review: Ultrafiltration Reclaims Oily Process Water; Reducing Operating Costs and Environmental Impact](https://www.prab.com/application-review-ultrafiltration-reclaims-oily-process-water-reducing-operating-costs-and-environmental-impact/): An industry-leading manufacturer of industrial-grade fastening systems discovers a better way to recycle washwater – reducing fresh water consumption by 130,000 gallons annually and reclaim machining oil by using PRAB’s Ultrafiltration System.
- [Application Review: Automotive Supplier of Metal Fasteners Achieves Labor Savings with Improved Quench Tank Oil Removal Process](https://www.prab.com/application-review-automotive-supplier-of-metal-fasteners-achieves-labor-savings-with-improved-quench-tank-oil-removal-process/): A global manufacturer of metal fasteners for the automotive industry faced an operational challenge: improving labor allocation and enhancing cost centers while maintaining tight delivery times amid growing customer demand for its fasteners.
- [Application Review: Full-Service Recycler Increases Profits with Orbital Load-Out System](https://www.prab.com/application-review-full-service-recycler-increases-profits-with-orbital-load-out-system/): Metal scrap recyclers face a mountain of business risk and volatility. In addition to fluctuating commodity prices, metalworking companies don’t collect scrap in their facilities efficiently. This means customer pick-ups are more frequent, containers are filled unevenly and with air pockets, and the return is reduced.
- [Application Review: Chrome Plating Process Achieves Cost Reduction Through Zero Liquid Discharge](https://www.prab.com/application-review-chrome-plating-process-achieves-cost-reduction-through-zero-liquid-discharge/): CHALLENGE
- [Application Review: Automotive Die Casting Plant Significantly Reduces Downtime with More Robust Conveyors and a Custom Diverter](https://www.prab.com/application-review-automotive-die-casting-plant-significantly-reduces-downtime-with-more-robust-conveyors-and-a-custom-diverter/): A die casting plant that manufactures all aspects of automotive transmissions, from die cast parts through final assembly, needed to reduce downtime associated with re-melting scrap material created during the casting process. The plant’s scrap output was as much as 20,000 lbs./hour, and the scrap sizes ranged from 1/4” pieces to 70-lb. transmission housings.
- [Technical Brief: Wear Abatement Strategies are a Cost Saving Component of Capital Equipment Purchase](https://www.prab.com/technical-brief-wear-abatement-strategies-are-a-cost-saving-component-of-capital-equipment-purchase/): The metalworking industry, like many other manufacturing market segments, has been forced to scrutinize capital equipment purchases in an effort to squeeze the most from a tight capital project budget with short expected returns.
- [Case Study: Iowa Industrial Hydraulics Reduces Coolant Waste by 90% with Installation of a PRAB Guardian 400](https://www.prab.com/case-study-iowa-industrial-hydraulics-reduces-coolant-waste-by-90-with-installation-of-a-prab-guardian-400/): Concerned with various problems associated with water-soluble coolants, including rising costs and foul sump odors, Iowa Industrial Hydraulics developed a coolant waste management system featuring PRAB’s Guardian 400 to recycle spent coolant and reduce fluid purchase costs by 60%.
- [Case Study: Pratt & Whitney Adds 26 Tramp Oil Separators To Middletown Facility](https://www.prab.com/case-study-pratt-whitney-adds-26-tos-to-middletown-facility/): Aircraft engine manufacturers use non-standard sump sizes, making it difficult to change out coolant from the sumps and reduce odors and bacteria.
- [Case Study: Martin-Baker Turns Metal Scrap and Fluid into Revenue Stream](https://www.prab.com/case-study-martin-baker-turns-scrap-metal-and-fluid-into-revenue-stream/): Aerospace manufacturer needs a chip and fluid processing system to keep up with its machining demands by reducing the volume of metal turnings and to recover expensive cutting fluids for reuse. The goal was to transform their metal scrap and fluid into a viable source of revenue.
- [Case Study: C&A Tool Increases Profitability, Maintains Clean Facility With Chip Processing System](https://www.prab.com/case-study-ca-tool-increases-profitability-maintains-clean-facility-with-chip-processing-system/): A machining supplier needs an automated chip processing system and Coolant recycling for metal turning and chip management, while simultaneously capturing expensive cutting fluids for reuse.
- [Case Study: Cashing in Your Chips](https://www.prab.com/case-study-cashing-in-your-chips/): Marwan Hammouri, president and CEO of Brek Manufacturing (inset), says that its chip and coolant recycling systems contribute to the company’s bottom line as well as its marketing efforts and reputation. Each system has a fairly small footprint and automates a formerly arduous operation.
- [7 common types of industrial wastewater equipment – Water Technology](https://www.prab.com/7-common-types-of-industrial-wastewater-equipment-water-technology/): On a global level, wastewater treatment is an increasingly critical topic of discussion that has been addressed at the highest levels of government and major corporations. To find a sustainable approach, companies can employ many different strategies to help themselves go beyond mere compliance and begin the process of improving global water quality.
- [Video: A Pressing Issue – Production Machining Magazine](https://www.prab.com/video-a-pressing-issue-production-machining/): If you’re generating wet chips and sending them straight to the recycler, you’re paying to have the extra weight removed. Briquetting helps you recover the cost of your cutting fluids.
- [Wear Abatement Strategies Save Money – Product Machining](https://www.prab.com/wear-abatement-strategies-save-money/): The metalworking industry, like many other manufacturing market segments, has been forced to scrutinize capital equipment purchases in an effort to squeeze the most from a tight capital project budget with short expected returns. Often, pre-project planning and equipment evaluation do not take into account the long-term operational effects of rugged operating conditions, faster machining times, material alloys with challenging compositions, and varying material quality from global sourcing options. Manufacturing optimization and production time can be compromised if operational factors and wear strategies are not part of the up-front equipment evaluation discussions. Good industrial equipment design will build in a safety factor for operational wear; however, specific application and production details should be shared with the equipment design engineer to gain the best value and longest equipment life.
- [Conveying Value – Shop Metalworking Technology](https://www.prab.com/conveying-value-shop-metalworking-technology/): For every input, there’s output, and in every process, there’s waste.

## Pages
- [Mobile Coolant Recycling Systems](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/mobile-coolant-recycling-systems/)
- [Demo Before You Buy Program](https://www.prab.com/demo-before-you-buy/): Capital equipment purchases carry real risk. The wrong chip processing system, the wrong coolant recycler, the wrong fluid filtration technology — mistakes aren’t just expensive to fix. They disrupt production, erode margins, and create environmental liability. Most manufacturers know this, and PRAB assists through our "Demo Before You Buy" program. Most equipment vendors ask you to trust spec sheets and sales presentations anyway.
- [Guardian Coolant Recycling System ROI Calculator New](https://www.prab.com/guardian-coolant-recycling-system-roi-calculator-new/)
- [Test Before You Buy — FREE Fluid Testing for Water Reuse and Industrial Wastewater Treatment](https://www.prab.com/test-before-you-buy-free-fluid-testing/): Prove the performance of the fluid treatment before you invest. PRAB’s FREE Fluid Testing Program* evaluates your actual process fluids, coolants, and wastewater in our lab to validate treatment results, equipment suitability, and compliance outcomes—before capital is committed.
- [Test Before You Buy — FREE Materials Testing for Metal Chip Processing and Coolant Recovery](https://www.prab.com/test-before-you-buy-free-materials-testing/): Unlock real performance data before you invest in metal chip processing and coolant recovery equipment. PRAB’s FREE Materials Testing Program* processes your actual metal chips, swarf, and cutting fluids in our lab to deliver verified, data-driven results you can use for confident CapEx decisions and accurate ROI forecasts.
- [Contact Us: Attributer](https://www.prab.com/contact-us-attributer/)
- [Fluid Testing Request](https://www.prab.com/fluid-testing-request/): Fluid Testing Request
- [Turnstile Test](https://www.prab.com/turnstile-test/)
- [Parts/Service Request Test](https://www.prab.com/parts-service-request-test/)
- [Contact Us Test](https://www.prab.com/contact-us-test/)
- [Vacuum Filtration](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/vacuum-filtration/)
- [Battery Recycling Equipment](https://www.prab.com/battery-recycling-equipment/): #sticky_section,#footer_wrapper,#footer_utility_wrapper{ display: none;}#landing-header-banner{margin-top: 0px;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext {padding-left: 65px !important;}.landing-form-callout .salesmantext .contacttitle{position:relative;left:25px;}
- [Oil Recycling Systems](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/oil-recycling-systems/)
- [Metal Chip Processing & Fluid Recycling Equipment](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-and-fluid-recycling-equipment/): Centralized, economical, and safe solution for maintaining oil-based coolants
- [Prab Tech Brief Foundry Conveyor Reduces Downtime](https://www.prab.com/prab-tech-brief-foundry-conveyor-reduces-downtime/): Die casting operations are among the most demanding material transfer applications in the metalworking industry. Common challenges foundries face include:
- [Hydrocyclone](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/hydrocyclone/)
- [New Metal Scrap Processing](https://www.prab.com/new-metal-scrap-processing/): PRAB engineers and builds metal scrap processing equipment solutions for the metalworking industry to increase scrap value and recover valuable fluids. Manufacturers use our equipment to move their scrap, then shred/crush it to reduce its volume. The equipment (system) separates metal from the fluid and collects the chips for storage or recycling (returning them to your scrap dealer). The recovered fluids are then filtered for reuse or disposal.
- [Metal Scrap Processing and Fluid Recycling](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-and-fluid-recycling/): PRAB is the industry leader in metal chip processing and metalworking fluid filtration equipment. Our expertly engineered Metal Scrap Processing solutions maximize the value of your metal chips while efficiently recovering valuable fluids. PRAB's systems allow manufacturers to reduce metal scrap volume by up to 89%, significantly cutting haul-away costs.
- [Mining Wastewater Management](https://www.prab.com/mining-wastewater-management/): th {padding: 10px; color:white; border: 1px lightgray solid;} td{padding: 10px; border: 1px lightgray solid;} .red {color:red; font-weight:bold;} figcaption {padding-top: 10px;} figure {background:#F3F3F4; padding:20px; text-align: center; margin:5px;} .results {font-size:22px;} .caption {text-align: right; display: block;} @media (min-width: 992px) {.evaled-text{padding-top:40px;}}
- [Raise Productivity and Improve Workplace Safety with PRAB Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/raise-productivity-and-improve-workplace-safety/): PRAB Conveyors automatically move metal scrap and spent fluids away from core operations, which eliminates manual scrap handling, allowing for optimum production cycles, longer run times, increased worker safety, improved housekeeping, and less forklift traffic.
- [Conveyor Virtual Coffee Meeting](https://www.prab.com/conveyor-virtual-coffee-meeting/): 1. Review the details of your project.
- [Bundle Breaker](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/bundle-breaker/)
- [Multi-Stream Industrial Wastewater Treatment System Example](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/wastewater-system-examples/multi-stream-industrial-wastewater-treatment-system-example/): .system-example {max-width:900px; margin:auto;} .system-diagram {width: 100%;} .system-details{padding-top: 10px; max-width:800px; margin:auto;}
- [Parts Washing Wastewater System Example](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/wastewater-system-examples/parts-washing-wastewater-system-example/): .system-example {max-width:900px; margin:auto;} .system-diagram {width: 100%;} .system-details{padding-top: 10px; max-width:800px; margin:auto;}
- [Metal Finishing or Plating Rinse Water Wastewater System Example](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/wastewater-system-examples/metal-finishing-or-plating-rinse-water/): By choosing PRAB's wastewater treatment solutions, metal finishing and plating facilities can achieve efficient water management, substantial cost savings, and enhanced environmental compliance.
- [Stamping or Machining Wastewater System Example](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/wastewater-system-examples/stamping-or-machining-wastewater-system-example/): .system-example {max-width:900px; margin:auto;} .system-diagram {width: 100%;} .system-details{padding-top: 10px; max-width:800px; margin:auto;}
- [Waste Recycling System Example](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/wastewater-system-examples/waste-recycling-system-example/): .system-example {max-width:900px; margin:auto;} .system-diagram {width: 100%;} .system-details{padding-top: 10px; max-width:800px; margin:auto;}
- [Automotive Assembly Plant Wastewater System Example](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/wastewater-system-examples/automotive-assembly-plant-wastewater-system-example/): Industrial Wastewater System Example: Automotive assembly plants can re-use and dispose of wastewater more efficiently using a well-designed wastewater system. This example system contains: Full Systems Integration Reverse Osmosis (RO) – Incoming Water Process Water Holding Tank with Level Controls Reuse Water for Surface Finishing or Send to POTW Cleaner Recovery Rinse Water Recovery using Microfiltration, Reverse Osmosis, Ultra Filtration, and/or Evaled Vacuum Distillation
- [Industrial Wastewater Treatment System Examples](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/wastewater-system-examples/): .system-card-link {text-decoration: none;}.system-button {padding: 10px 15px; width:50%; margin: auto; color:#d01d24 !important; background:#fff; border: #d01d24 2px solid; text-decoration:none !important;} :hover.system-button {color:#fff !important; background:#d01d24; } .system-title{font-size:16px !important; text-align:center; padding:5px 0 10px !important;} .example-row {padding-top: 20px;} .system-layout-container {margin-bottom:20px;} .system-layout-card{box-shadow: 0px 0px 3px #000; padding: 0px;} :hover.system-layout-card{box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px 2px #000; padding: 0px;} .system-layout-card img {width: 100%;height: auto;}
- [Raise Shop Productivity](https://www.prab.com/raise-shop-productivity/)
- [Take Control](https://www.prab.com/take-control/)
- [Metal Chip Processing Calculator](https://www.prab.com/metal-chip-processing-roi-calculator/): Metal Chip Processing Calculator: Determine your ROI
- [Virtual Coffee Meeting](https://www.prab.com/virtual-coffee-meeting/): 1. Review the details of your project.
- [Metal Chip Processing Material Testing Request](https://www.prab.com/chip-processing-material-testing-request/):      
- [Know the ROI of Your Metal Chip Processing System — FREE Materials Testing](https://www.prab.com/roitesting/): That’s why PRAB offers no-obligation materials testing—a factual, hands-on way to validate how our systems perform on your material. You’ll know exactly what to expect in fluid recovery, scrap value, and ROI before making any purchase decision.
- [Estimate Return On Investment How PRAB Metal Scrap Processing Equipment Pays You Back](https://www.prab.com/metalscrappayback/): Are you looking for strategies that will move your metalworking operation’s margins in a positive direction? When incorporated as a process improvement, metal scrap processing equipment is proven to contribute revenue and generate cost-savings.
- [Estimate Your Payback PRAB’s ROI Calculator for Metal Scrap Processing Systems](https://www.prab.com/metalwasteroi/): Are you thinking about enhancing your metal scrap management process? Use PRAB’s Metal Scrap Processing ROI Calculator to estimate the value a new metal scrap processing system will add to your operation.
- [Free Labor Reallocation Guide](https://www.prab.com/free-labor-reallocation-guide/): The metalworking industry faces many uncertainties amid a changing economic climate. Already confronting the probability of slowed economic growth going into 2020,1 financial expectations became even more uncertain as the coronavirus outbreak spread worldwide.
- [Top Areas Affecting Your Operation’s Metalworking Profitability](https://www.prab.com/top-metalworking-areas-affecting-your-profitability/): When budgets are tight, often due to factors beyond a metalworking operation’s control, decisions related to current processes and their efficiencies must be addressed to maximize profitability.
- [PRAB Tech Brief Remove Heavy Metals From Wastewater](https://www.prab.com/prab-tech-brief-remove-heavy-metals-from-wastewater/): Find out how to determine which process will deliver the best results based on a variety of application-specific criteria in our free tech brief, ‘Eliminating Soluble Heavy Metal Ions from Industrial Wastewater by Precipitation and Ultrafiltration.’
- [PRAB Conveyor Solutions Application Review](https://www.prab.com/prab-conveyor-solutions-application-review/): PRAB delivers reliable, durable, and dependable equipment backed by a 100% Performance Guarantee. We are still providing parts for conveyors we sold over 57 years ago.
- [Compact, Skid-Mounted Metal Chip Processing Systems Reduce Turnings Volume up to 90%](https://www.prab.com/compact-and-skid-mounted-system-reduce-turnings-volume-up-to-90-percent/): The solution to effectively reduce metal scrap volume while separating chips from the fluid. Watch it work in the video above.
- [Vacuum Evaporation & Distillation: A Unique Separation Process](https://www.prab.com/vacuum-evaporation-and-distillation-a-unique-separation-process/): Discover the unique separation process of removing water from pollutants.
- [Improving Plant Capabilities ‘Get Wired For Efficiency’](https://www.prab.com/improving-plant-capabilities-get-wired-for-efficiency/): An increasing number of manufacturers are updating their operations with automated control systems to decrease inefficiencies, lower costs, and gain market share.
- [pH Adjustment Systems](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/ph-adjustment-systems/)
- [Full-Spectrum Industrial Wastewater Treatment Reduce Water Cost up to 99%](https://www.prab.com/full-spectrum-industrial-wastewater-treatment-reduce-water-cost-up-to-99-percent-1/): Water is a critical component representing a significant operational expense in the food and beverage industry.
- [Metal Chip Processing for High-Volume Aluminum Scrap Reduction](https://www.prab.com/metal-chip-processing-for-high-volume-aluminum-scrap-reduction-1/): PRAB High-Volume Chip Processing Systems effectively reduce metal scrap volume while separating chips from fluid. Watch it work in the video above.
- [Steps to Controlling the Costs of Surface Finishing Wastewater](https://www.prab.com/steps-to-controlling-the-costs-of-surface-finishing-wastewater-1/): Managing and disposing of surface finishing wastewater is expensive-just a few of the costs include:
- [Rugged and Reliable Engineered & Built for Long Life](https://www.prab.com/rugged-and-reliable-engineered-and-built-for-long-life/)
- [Removing Oil & Grease From Effluents](https://www.prab.com/removing-oil-and-grease-from-effluents-1/): Conventional approaches to treating oily wastewaters have included gravity separation and skimming, dissolved air flotation, de-emulsification, coagulation and flocculation. Gravity separation followed by skimming removes free oil from wastewater. This is done with an oil/water separator, which has been an effective, low cost, primary treatment step. Oil/Water separators are designed to separate the oil and suspended solids from their wastewater effluents. However, they are not effective in removing smaller oil droplets and emulsions.
- [Paper Bed](https://www.prab.com/paper-bed/)
- [Lowest Price In Stock Paper Bed & Magnetic Filtration](https://www.prab.com/lowest-price-in-stock-paper-bed-and-magnetic-filtration/)
- [Core Design Elements For Under Press Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/core-design-elements-for-under-press-conveyors-2/): The reliability and longevity of a conveyor is determined in its initial design. PRAB integrates critical design elements into each conveyor project during the engineering phase-specific to the unique application and materials to be handled.
- [Quantify Results Before Purchase PRAB Material Testing](https://www.prab.com/setting-the-groundwork-for-equipment-performance-and-return-2/): Companies weighing the option of purchasing new metal scrap processing or fluid recycling equipment have the benefit of first having PRAB perform material testing on the equipment.
- [PRAB Fluid Filtration Systems Extend Tool Life Up to 25%](https://www.prab.com/effective-fluid-management-extend-tool-life-2/): For more information on how PRAB Fluid Filtration Systems can help extend your tooling life, contact a PRAB Fluid Filtration Specialist today.
- [Keep Employees Out of Harms Way](https://www.prab.com/keep-employees-out-of-harms-way/): In 2018, U.S. employers spent nearly $60 billion on direct worker’s compensation costs. Unsafe working conditions were among the leading causes. Preventing slips, trips, falls and other accidents is a serious matter for any metalworking operation - not only for the protection of your workforce but for the overall well-being of your business.
- [See How Much You Could Save PRAB’s In-House Material Testing Lab](https://www.prab.com/see-how-much-you-could-save-prabs-in-house-material-testing-lab-3/): Metalworking operations that do not process their metal scrap before sending to the recycler-reducing volume and separating chips from fluid-and those that do not filter cutting fluid lose valuable revenue from metal scrap and fluid waste that could otherwise be properly managed to increase waste value.
- [Most Valuable Than Speed Reliable Unattended Production](https://www.prab.com/most-valuable-than-speed-reliable-unattended-production-3/): Unexpected downtime and time-consuming maintenance can be avoided with machine monitoring, allowing manufacturers to run more profitably and automatically-with no staff in view.
- [Risk Avoidance through Good Housekeeping Prevent Metalworking Hazards](https://www.prab.com/risk-avoidance-good-housekeeping-prevent-metalworking-hazards-3/): If an operation avoids cleaning and organizing the plant or delays the removal of debris and other obstructions from work zones, it can expect to experience a steady decline in productivity and increased safety risks to employees.
- [Green Engineering For Enhanced Operational Performance](https://www.prab.com/green-engineering-for-enhanced-operational-performance/): Manufacturers are finding that by adopting a green philosophy and employing green engineered equipment As a means to sustainable manufacturing, they are reaping significant financial gain.
- [Fluid Filtration Landing](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration-landing-2/): Over time, operators continue to experience the superior value, low maintenance and lower operating costs of PRAB Fluid Filtration Systems. They are saving money and increasing profit margins with typical system payback in 6-9 months. Watch our video to see how.
- [Effective Fluid Management Extend Tool Life Up To 25%](https://www.prab.com/effective-fluid-management-extend-tool-life-1/): In 2017 and 2018, demand for machine tools had surpassed supply, so much that average lead times increased from four or five months to eight months to 2 years.
- [Core Design Elements For Under Press Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/core-design-elements-for-under-press-conveyors/): Thank you for your interest in our exclusive tech brief on the critical design elements for maximizing the life of under press conveyors.
- [Considering Environmental Impact Beyond Mere Compliance](https://www.prab.com/considering-environmental-impact-beyond-mere-compliance/): Industrial wastewater treatment has become an increasingly critical topic of discussion over the past decade, and companies across all industrial sectors are prioritizing the reduction of water consumption.
- [Setting the Groundwork for Equipment Performance and Return](https://www.prab.com/setting-the-groundwork-for-equipment-performance-and-return/): Companies weighing the option of purchasing new metal scrap processing and fluid recycling equipment have the significant advantage of making an informed decision on the application’s success and expected return on investment before the purchase is made by having the supplier perform material testing on the equipment.
- [Estimate Your Fluid Savings PRAB Guardian ROI Calculator](https://www.prab.com/estimate-your-fluid-savings-prab-guardian-roi-calculator/): Finding the ROI on this equipment before purchase is crucial for determining how the savings and costs compare to your current fluid management process, the payback period, and, overall, whether it is the right solution for your operation. That’s why PRAB works with customers to make estimating your return easy through our online ROI calculator, material testing, and thorough consultation.
- [More Valuable Than Speed Reliable Unattended Production – IIoT](https://www.prab.com/more-valuable-than-speed-reliable-unattended-production-2/): There can be obstacles involved with effectively implementing a comprehensive IIoT program, but they can be overcome by working with a systems provider that is ahead of the curve and offers a proven, reliable software platform for its waste stream processing equipment can help a metalworking operation stay competitive by getting the maximum advantage and uptime from IIoT technology.
- [Good Housekeeping’s Positive Effect On Profit, Productivity, And Purpose](https://www.prab.com/good-housekeepings-positive-effect-on-profit-productivity-and-purpose-2/): If an operation avoids cleaning and organizing the plant or delays the removal of debris and other obstructions from work zones, it can expect to experience a steady decline in productivity and an increase in the costly consequences of poor housekeeping.
- [Fluid Filtration Landing](https://www.prab.com/fluid-recycling-landing/): Over time, operators continue to experience the superior value, low maintenance and lower operating costs of PRAB Fluid Recycling Systems. They are saving money and increasing profit margins with typical system payback in 6-9 months.
- [The Industry’s Densest Pucks – PRAB Dualpak™ Briquetter](https://www.prab.com/the-industrys-densest-pucks-prab-dualpak-briquetter/): Briquetters reduce the moisture content of metal scrap, simplify handling, and allow shops to get more money from scrap dealers and save on coolant. Watch it work in the video above.
- [Back End Process Systems Turn Waste Into Revenue](https://www.prab.com/back-end-process-systems-turn-waste-into-revenue-1/): Whether it’s a new international trade policy, an increase in the price of coolant, or other circumstance effecting the expenses of operation, the basic costs of doing business are a fact of life for every metalworking operation.
- [Back End Process Systems Turn Waste Into Revenue](https://www.prab.com/back-end-process-systems-turn-waste-into-revenue-2/): Whether it’s a new international trade policy, an increase in the price of coolant, or other circumstance effecting the expenses of operation, the basic costs of doing business are a fact of life for every metalworking operation.
- [Automated Chip & Fluid Handling Systems Designed to Address Labor Challenges](https://www.prab.com/automated-chip-and-fluid-handling-systems-designed-to-address-labor-challenges-2/): An ageing workforce. A shrinking pool of highly skilled machinists, toolmakers and other workers. Fewer people pursuing the trades as a career path. These are among the reasons why many metalworking firms are having difficulty finding and retaining qualified employees.
- [Automated Chip & Fluid Handling Systems Designed to Address Labor Challenges](https://www.prab.com/automated-chip-and-fluid-handling-systems-designed-to-address-labor-challenges-1/): An ageing workforce. A shrinking pool of highly skilled machinists, toolmakers and other workers. Fewer people pursuing the trades as a career path. These are among the reasons why many metalworking firms are having difficulty finding and retaining qualified employees.
- [Create A Safer Workplace with Scrap & Fluid Management Equipment](https://www.prab.com/create-a-safer-workplace-with-scrap-and-fluid-management-equipment-2/): PRAB designs engineered scrap and fluid management systems that help manufacturers improve safety, reduce manual handling, and maintain cleaner production environments.
- [Create A Safer Workplace with Scrap & Fluid Management Equipment](https://www.prab.com/create-a-safer-workplace-with-scrap-and-fluid-management-equipment-1/): In 2018, U.S. employers spent nearly $60 billion on direct worker’s compensation costs. Unsafe working conditions were among the leading causes. Preventing slips, trips, falls and other accidents is a serious matter for any metalworking operation - not only for the protection of your workforce but for the overall well-being of your business.
- [EVALED® Vacuum Evaporators Proven Performance](https://www.prab.com/evaled-vacuum-evaporators-proven-performance/): Evaporation is not only a natural phenomenon but also a clean separation technology that has been recognized as a best available technique in several wastewater treatment processes. PRAB’s line of EVALED® evaporators are industrial systems that help accelerate the natural evaporation process.
- [Find Your Conveyor Thank You](https://www.prab.com/findyourconveyor-thank-you/): We are processing your request and will respond shortly.
- [Find Your Metal Scrap Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/findyourconveyor/): Conveyor Selection Tool
- [Ultrafiltration As A Solution to Rising Waste Management And Environmental Cost](https://www.prab.com/ultrafiltration-as-a-solution-to-rising-waste-management-and-environmental-cost-2/): PRAB is the industry’s expert at solving industrial waste management issues and reducing costs for manufacturers. Our Ultrafiltration systems are ideally suited for these objectives.
- [Ultrafiltration As A Solution to Rising Waste Management And Environmental Cost](https://www.prab.com/ultrafiltration-as-a-solution-to-rising-waste-management-and-environmental-cost-1/): PRAB is the industry’s expert at solving industrial waste management issues and reducing costs for manufacturers. Our Ultrafiltration systems are ideally suited for these objectives.
- [PLC, HMI, & IIoT INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION](https://www.prab.com/industrial-control-panels/): PRAB and its sister company, KMC Global Controls & Automation, provide UL-listed industrial controls and automation. Including control panels, panel design, and custom programming for virtually all industrial equipment applications.
- [Eliminate Manual Scrap Handling Keep Operators Safe And More Productive](https://www.prab.com/eliminate-manual-scrap-handling-keep-operators-safe-and-more-productive-1/): Many work tasks involved in the movement of metal scrap can injure workers causing sprains, cuts, lacerations, and punctures (Bureau of Labor Statistics). But, by removing or reducing the following activities, these injuries can be avoided.
- [Eliminate Manual Scrap Handling Keep Operators Safe And More Productive](https://www.prab.com/eliminate-manual-scrap-handling-keep-operators-safe-and-more-productive-2/): Many work tasks involved in the movement of metal scrap can injure workers causing sprains, cuts, lacerations, and punctures (Bureau of Labor Statistics). But, by removing or reducing the following activities, these injuries can be avoided.
- [Briquetters](https://www.prab.com/briquette-it/): The PRAB Dualpak Briquetter works differently than other Briquetters. Watch it work in the video above.
- [Testimonials](https://www.prab.com/testimonials/): Every day, PRAB helps manufacturers eliminate metalworking waste and improve the efficiency, safety, and profitability of their operations. Here’s what our customers have to say: Testimonials in their own words.
- [Guardian Coolant Recycling System ROI Calculator](https://www.prab.com/guardian-coolant-recycling-system-roi-calculator/): Discover how quickly you'll pay off your fluid filtration investment - and your long-term savings. Use our convenient Coolant Recycling System ROI Calculator today.
- [Centralized Coolant Recycling Systems Have Proven to Decrease Fluid Spend up to 75%](https://www.prab.com/guardian-video/): h4 { font-size: 16px; line-height: 24px; }
- [Evaled Thank You](https://www.prab.com/evaled-thank-you/): Here is your free download of the EVALED® feasibility studies.
- [EVALED® Request a Quote Thank You](https://www.prab.com/evaled-contact-us/-thank-you/): Your quote request has been sent successfully. One of our reps will be in touch with you shortly.
- [EVALED® Request a Quote](https://www.prab.com/evaled-contact-us/)
- [Industrial Wastewater Treatment: A critical focal point for modern plant operations](https://www.prab.com/evaled-ma2/): To see the full-line of PRAB’s water and wastewater equipment, visit our Water & Wastewater Solutions Page. Or, to talk to one of our Technical Sales Representatives about your specific application Contact Us today.
- [Simplify Chelate Breaking for Surface Finishing Wastewater](https://www.prab.com/pf3/): Ultrafiltration provides a simplified, effective and superior solution for removing soluble heavy metals from this wastewater produced by many processes including electroplating, electroless nickel plating, printed circuit board manufacturing, metal forming operations, battery recycling, and mining operations.
- [Drum-Type Scraper Separator](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/drum-type-scraper-separator/)
- [Our Core Principles](https://www.prab.com/the-prab-difference/principles/): To be a sustainable company that makes a difference in people’s lives by being profitable through ethical business practices.
- [Literature by Industry](https://www.prab.com/news-and-knowledge/literature-by-industry/): Download and print literature for PRAB’s extensive line of metal scrap conveying and chip processing equipment, fluid filtration solutions, process water, and industrial wastewater treatment systems.
- [Industrial Wastewater Treatment Solutions](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/industrial-wastewater-resources/): Watch our Full Spectrum Industrial Wastewater Recycling and Reuse webinar above to learn:
- [Managed Maintenance Program](https://www.prab.com/managed-maintenance-program/): The PRAB Managed Maintenance Program (MMP) is a structured service agreement that assigns a dedicated PRAB-certified technician to your facility on a recurring schedule. Each visit delivers comprehensive, top-to-bottom equipment inspection, a documented condition report, and factory-trained guidance. So your team always knows exactly where your equipment stands and what action, if any, is warranted.
- [About Us](https://www.prab.com/about-us/): Our Global headquarters is in Kalamazoo, Michigan (USA), where we employ skilled trades in a plant spanning more than 114,000 square feet. We will remain a leader by continuing to help our customers stay competitive by meeting their needs with durable and reliable equipment to manage and get the most value from their metalworking waste streams. We are a privately held company with a history spanning 75+ years. We operate in a collaborative, hands-on work environment. The decisions you make today can impact our company and our customers tomorrow. Everyone from the CEO to the shipping manager works to provide our customers with the best equipment and service.
- [Shredder/Wringer Chip Processing System](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/turning-and-chip-processing-systems/shredder-wringer-chip-processing-system/)
- [Crusher/Wringer Chip Processing System](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/turning-and-chip-processing-systems/crusher-wringer-chip-processing-system/)
- [E-Series Metal Chip Processing System](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/turning-and-chip-processing-systems/e-series-metal-chip-processing-system/)
- [Industrial Wastewater Treatment Systems](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/industrial-wastewater-treatment-systems/): PRAB builds customizable industrial wastewater treatment solutions that address the unique challenges many manufacturers face. Our solutions include cutting-edge technologies that ensure compliance with stringent environmental regulations while optimizing operational efficiency and lowering haul-away costs.
- [Process Water Treatment Solutions](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/process-water-treatment/): At PRAB, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge industrial process water treatment solutions tailored to your operations' unique needs. Our comprehensive systems help you:
- [Incoming Water Treatment](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/incoming-water-treatment/): When municipal or well water enters your process, hidden contaminants — rust, chlorine, calcium, silt, dissolved salts, and more — can degrade product quality, shorten equipment life, and send maintenance costs upward. At PRAB, we specialise in engineered incoming-water treatment systems that safeguard manufacturing operations from the start.
- [Performantee® Terms and Conditions](https://www.prab.com/performantee-terms-and-conditions/)
- [Activated Carbon Filters](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/activated-carbon-filters/)
- [Deionization](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/deionization/)
- [Multi-Media Filters](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/multi-media-filters/)
- [Ultraviolet/UV Technologies](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/ultraviolet-uv-technologies/)
- [Ozone Generators](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/ozone-generators/)
- [Related Products](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/related-products/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.prab.com/privacy-policy/): PRAB respects your privacy. We are particularly sensitive to privacy issues on the Internet and therefore we provide this Privacy Policy so you know about our online information practices and understand how we treat the information we receive about you from the Internet.
- [Literature by Product](https://www.prab.com/news-and-knowledge/literature-by-product/): Download literature and technical information for PRAB's extensive line of metal scrap conveyors, metal chip processing equipment, fluid filtration and coolant recycling solutions, industrial wastewater treatment systems, and more.
- [Replacement Filter Media](https://www.prab.com/replacement-filter-media/): PRAB stocks a wide assortment of filter media for coolant, cutting oil, washwater, rinsewater, and wastewater fluid reclamation applications. Nylon and polyester/rayon filter fabric blends are the most commonly used media and are available in standard and custom-sized filter rolls. In stock and ready to ship.
- [Service Request](https://www.prab.com/parts-service-request/): Since PRAB’s founding in 1950, we have acquired or partnered with some of the most respected companies and brands in manufacturing, metalworking, and wastewater: CECOR, Envirodyne Technologies, Evaled®, Hyde Products Inc., Kalamazoo Fabricating, Monlan Group, PuckMaster®, and Neff Press. To request services for PRAB equipment or affiliated products and services, please complete the Service Request Form.
- [24/7/365 Live Technical Support](https://www.prab.com/24-7-support/): Downtime is expensive—and PRAB’s service organization is built to prevent it. Our customers rely on us because we provide true, 24/7/365 Live Technical Support, not voicemail queues or outsourced call centers. When you call PRAB, you reach a trained equipment expert with direct access to engineering, parts, and service documentation—day, night, weekends, and holidays.
- [News & Knowledge](https://www.prab.com/news-and-knowledge/)
- [Oil Water Separators](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/oil-water-separators/)
- [Reverse Osmosis](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/reverse-osmosis/)
- [Vacuum Evaporation and Distillation](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/evaled-vacuum-evaporators/)
- [Ultrafiltration Systems](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/ultrafiltration/)
- [Industrial Process Water & Wastewater Treatment Solutions](https://www.prab.com/water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-solutions/): Quick answer: PRAB industrial wastewater treatment systems combine ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, vacuum evaporation, and automated pH adjustment in turnkey configurations to meet EPA and POTW discharge requirements while enabling water reuse. Documented results include up to 90% reductions in wastewater volume and disposal costs, with ROI typically achieved in 12–18 months. For facilities targeting Zero Liquid Discharge, PRAB's EVALED® vacuum evaporators recover up to 99% of wastewater as reusable distillate.
- [Replacement Filter Media](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/replacement-filter-media/)
- [Tramp Oil Separators](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/tramp-oil-separators/)
- [Candle Filters](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/candle-filters/)
- [Solid Bowl Centrifuges](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/centrifuges/)
- [Magnetic Separators](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/magnetic-separators/)
- [Paper Bed Filters](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/paper-bed-filters/)
- [Guardian Coolant Recycling Systems](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/guardian-coolant-recycling-systems/)
- [Advanced Fluid Filtration](https://www.prab.com/fluid-filtration/): Quick answer: PRAB fluid filtration/coolant recycling systems recover 95–98% of metalworking coolant for reuse by combining particulate filtration, tramp oil separation, and bacteria control in one system. Facilities typically cut new coolant purchases by 50–75% and disposal costs by up to 90%, with ROI in 6–18 months depending on volume. Equipment ranges from standalone technologies — paper bed filters, magnetic separators, centrifuges — to the fully integrated Guardian™ Coolant Recycling System.
- [Pneumatic Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/pneumatic-conveyors/)
- [Horizontal Screw Press](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/horizontals-screw-press/)
- [Carts & Dumpers](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/carts-and-dumpers/)
- [Horizontal Axis Crushers](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/horizontal-axis-crushers/)
- [Tramp Metal Separators](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/tramp-metal-separators/)
- [Metal Turnings Shredders – Heavy Duty Metal Scrap Shredder](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/metal-turnings-shredders-metal-scrap-volume-reduction/)
- [Vertical Axis Crushers](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/vertical-axis-crushers/)
- [Wringers/Centrifuges](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/wringers-centrifuges/)
- [Metal Scrap Briquetters](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/metal-scrap-briquetters/)
- [Modular Chip Processing Systems](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/modular-chip-processing-systems/)
- [Turning & Chip Processing Systems](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/turning-and-chip-processing-systems/)
- [Metal Chip Processing Equipment – Turning Metal Scrap Into Revenue](https://www.prab.com/metal-scrap-processing-equipment/): Every ton of metal chips leaving your facility, still saturated with cutting fluid, is money you machined, paid for, and are now paying again to haul away. PRAB metal chip processing systems recover up to 98% of embedded cutting fluids and reduce scrap volume by up to 91%, converting a disposal liability into a documented revenue stream. For high-volume operations, the return typically closes within 12 months, with one documented installation recovering $212,000 annually in oil savings alone.
- [Furnace Feeders](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/furnace-feeders/)
- [Casting Coolers](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/casting-coolers/)
- [Quench Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/quench-conveyors/)
- [Screw Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/screw-conveyors/)
- [Drag Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/drag-conveyors/)
- [In-Floor Trough Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/in-floor-trough-conveyors/)
- [Magnetic Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/magnetic-conveyors/)
- [Pivot Belt Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/pivot-belt-conveyors/)
- [Oscillating (Vibratory) Metal Scrap Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/oscillating-scrap-conveyors/)
- [Steel Belt Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/steel-belt-conveyors/)
- [Load-Out Systems](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/load-out-systems/)
- [ScrapVeyor Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/scrapveyor-ii-conveyors/)
- [Metal Scrap Conveyors](https://www.prab.com/conveyors/): PRAB engineers metal scrap conveyors for the full range of metalworking operations, from high-speed CNC machining and stamping to die casting and foundry production. PRAB conveyor systems have been proven to increase productivity by up to 50% and improve worker safety by up to 25%, with service lives that routinely reach 20-30 years in continuous production environments. Backed by the Performantee® Guarantee, every system is lab-tested and performance-verified before shipment.
- [PRAB Industry Associations and Memberships](https://www.prab.com/about-us/professionalassociation-memberships/): -is the largest manufacturing association in the United States, representing small and large manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. The NAM is the powerful voice of the manufacturing community and the leading advocate for a policy agenda that helps manufacturers compete in the global economy and create jobs across the United States.
- [Careers](https://www.prab.com/the-prab-difference/careers/): 📍 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan🛠️ Industry: Industrial Equipment Manufacturing🌎 Work That Matters: Global impact. Local pride.
- [Performantee – Performance Guarantee](https://www.prab.com/the-prab-difference/performantee/)
- [People](https://www.prab.com/the-prab-difference/our-people/): PRAB is dedicated to supporting selected organizations for the betterment of people’s lives. Some of these organizations include:
- [History: Engineering Excellence since 1950](https://www.prab.com/about-us/history/): Founded in 1950 by Peter Ruppe and Alan Bodycomb, PRAB emerged during a pivotal time in manufacturing history. In the post-World War II era, manufacturers faced the challenge of retooling to meet surging consumer demand. PRAB's mission was clear: to design and build innovative industrial metal scrap conveyors and metal chip processing systems to streamline metalworking operations and improve production efficiency.
- [Quality, and a Performance Guarantee](https://www.prab.com/the-prab-difference/quality/): We drive quality and continuous improvement and our Performance Guarantee through the PRAB Production System, a blend of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles, with a laser focus on our customers' needs. Everything we manufacture, from our scrap handling systems to our industrial wastewater treatment solutions, is built to outlast competing equipment and exceed customer expectations. Typically, customers who partner with PRAB experience a short return on investment and a long 20+ year equipment lifespan.
- [The PRAB Difference](https://www.prab.com/the-prab-difference/): PRAB is the leading manufacturer of world-class metal scrap handling systems, coolant recycling equipment, process water & industrial wastewater treatment solutions, and fluid filtration equipment. The PRAB Difference = We drive continuous improvement through the PRAB Production System, a blend of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles with a laser focus on the needs of our customers. Everything we manufacture, from metal scrap handling systems to industrial wastewater treatment solutions, is built to outlast competing equipment and exceed customer expectations.
- [Sales Rep Portal](https://www.prab.com/sales-rep-portal/)
- [Find a PRAB Representative](https://www.prab.com/find-a-rep/): Whether you need the right metal scrap equipment for efficient handling, advanced metal scrap processing systems, reliable water and industrial wastewater treatment solutions, or effective coolant recovery strategies, our experts are here to help.
- [Shipping and Billing](https://www.prab.com/contact-us/shipping-and-billing/): PRAB Routing Guide (PDF)     |     PRAB Vendor Information (PDF)      |     PRAB Credit Application (PDF)
- [Contact Us](https://www.prab.com/contact-us/): Need help selecting the right metal scrap processing, fluid recycling, or industrial wastewater treatment equipment? PRAB’s trusted representatives are ready to assist.
- [Metal Scrap Conveyors, Chip Processing, Coolant Recycling Systems & Industrial Wastewater Treatment Systems](https://www.prab.com/): PRAB designs and builds metal scrap conveyors, metal chip processing equipment, coolant recycling systems, and industrial wastewater treatment systems for manufacturers worldwide. Our equipment recovers up to 98-99% of spent metalworking fluids, cuts scrap volume by up to 90%, and pays for itself in as little as 6 to 18 months. Built in the USA with 75+ years of engineering behind every system and backed by the Performantee® Guarantee, PRAB is the trusted equipment source for aerospace, automotive, medical, and metalworking manufacturers.

## Recycling Minute Articles
- [Proactive Industrial Water Management: A Chat with PRAB Applications Engineer David Hanson](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/proactive-industrial-water-management-a-chat-with-prab-applications-engineer-david-hanson/): This bottleneck can lead to significant financial, operational and environmental strain on an operation. Yet many manufacturers are reactive, managing their water only at certain points in the process. While such a strategy may seem cost-effective, treating mixed waste streams at the end of production might create a costlier cycle than it would appear. 
- [Mitigate Rising Water Costs and the Risks of Increasing Scarcity with Closed-Loop Water Management Systems](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/mitigate-rising-water-costs-and-the-risks-of-increasing-scarcity-with-closed-loop-water-management-systems/): As of Q2 2026, a large portion of the U.S. is experiencing varying levels of drought, including production-heavy regions such as Arizona, Texas, California and Nevada, which have been upgraded to emergency status. Many other cities across the Southwest have imposed water-use cuts that have slowed or halted production.
- [Keep Your Coolant Clean to Maximize Production Quality and Minimize Worker Health Hazards](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/keep-your-coolant-clean-to-maximize-production-quality-and-minimize-worker-health-hazards/): Anyone who has worked in a machine shop knows that smell. And we aren’t talking about the classic Lynyrd Skynyrd song. Rather, that sulfuric, sour smell of old coolant rising from machines that have been idle for extended periods, like over a weekend. 
- [Reducing Material and Labor Costs: A Guide for How Improved Automation, the Right Conveyors and Effective Waste Stream Processing Can Help Manage Expenses](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/reducing-material-and-labor-costs-a-guide-for-how-improved-automation-the-right-conveyors-and-effective-waste-stream-processing-can-help-manage-expenses/): For metalworking shops, production efficiency is the name of the game for elevating the bottom line. But equally as important as overall productivity is resource management, minimizing waste and maintaining compliance.
- [Test Before You Invest: Materials Testing Paves the Way for Process Optimization, Improving Metal Scrap Value and Faster ROI](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/test-before-you-invest-materials-testing-paves-the-way-for-process-optimization-improving-metal-scrap-value-and-faster-roi/): Metalworking operations have the unique benefit of generating revenue through waste material.
- [Proven Data for Real Applications: How PRAB’s Fluids Testing Program Eliminates the Guesswork, Reduces Operating Costs, and Fast-Tracks Your ROI](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/proven-data-for-real-applications-how-prabs-fluids-testing-program-eliminates-the-guesswork-reduces-operating-costs-and-fast-tracks-your-roi/): In metalworking operations, coolant and process fluids aren’t just consumables; they rack up hidden costs across multiple departments, which lowers your bottom line. Making a CapEx investment in a centralized coolant recycling system can seem like a high-stakes game – unless you have assurance that the equipment is an optimal, high-performing fit for the application.
- [Solving Process Water Management Challenges](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/solving-process-water-management-challenges/): Water costs can send your shop’s bottom line down the drain if not managed strategically.
- [The Time-Tested Muscle Behind Your Metalworking Operation](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/the-time-tested-muscle-behind-your-metalworking-operation/): Jason Luzader, Engineering Manager at PRAB
- [Avoiding Unplanned Downtime: Your Guide to Preventive Maintenance for Modern Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/avoiding-unplanned-downtime-your-guide-to-preventive-maintenance-for-modern-manufacturing/): Unplanned downtime is the largest unforeseen expense in industrial operations.
- [2025 Year-End Maintenance: Why Advance Planning Is Critical for Parts Replacement and Plant Shutdowns](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/2025-year-end-maintenance-why-advance-planning-is-critical-for-parts-replacement-and-plant-shutdowns/): Planning year-end shutdowns further in advance than usual is crucial to keeping production on track.
- [Reliable Metal Scrap Processing Equipment Reduces Maintenance Costs and Production Problems](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/reliable-metal-scrap-processing-equipment-reduces-maintenance-costs-and-production-problems/): Right now, finding skilled trades talent is more challenging than ever. The National Association of Manufacturers reports it's 36% harder to find the right workers than it was a few years ago. This skills gap is predicted to leave over 2 million trade jobs unfilled in the U.S. by 2030.
- [Reducing Coolant Costs: How Integrated Fluid Filtration and Recycling Eliminates Fluid Waste and Prolongs Equipment Life](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/reducing-coolant-costs-how-integrated-fluid-filtration-and-recycling-eliminates-fluid-waste-and-prolongs-equipment-life/): Coolant is vital for precision machining, but it also creates recurring costs for operations.
- [Metalworking Equipment Strategies: Reducing Costs and Maximizing Scrap Value Amid an Uncertain Economic Landscape](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/metalworking-equipment-strategies-reducing-costs-and-maximizing-scrap-value-amid-an-uncertain-economic-landscape/): U.S. metalworking manufacturers face stiff headwinds in 2025, including fluctuating tariffs and inflation. However, operations that make strategic capital equipment investments in advanced scrap and fluid management systems can enhance profitability through significant savings and offsetting new purchases by effectively recycling metals and fluids.  
- [Want Savings and Profits? Crush, Shred and Wring That Metal Scrap](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/want-savings-and-profits-crush-shred-and-wring-that-metal-scrap/): Streamlining your metal scrap processing and fluid recovery can enhance efficiency, lower costs, and increase profitability. However, depending on the volume and types of metals and coolants involved, you will need the right tools for the task.  
- [Big $aving$ Through Fluid Recycling: The Equipment to Complete a Fluid Filtration Program](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/big-aving-through-fluid-recycling-the-equipment-to-complete-a-fluid-filtration-program/): Amid a wave of economic uncertainties, there’s one thing metalworking operations can be sure of: even if the wave retreats, another one will come ashore at some point. Such is the cyclical dynamics of economic ecosystems.   
- [May the Swarf Be with You: How Smart Chip Handling Turns Metalworking Waste into Profits](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/may-the-swarf-be-with-you-how-smart-chip-handling-turns-metalworking-waste-into-profits/): Effective metal chip (or metal swarf) processing isn’t just about reducing scrap volume. 
- [Maximizing Material Flow](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/maximizing-material-flow/): Efficiency is the backbone of manufacturing. A well-designed system seamlessly moves parts and metal scrap, recycles valuable fluids for reuse, and reduces labor costs, all contributing to a stronger bottom line.
- [A Guide to Process Water Treatment Equipment](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/a-guide-to-process-water-treatment-equipment/): Water is one of the most critical elements used in industrial manufacturing processes. It is essential for coolants, washing, and rinsing, but it is also an overlooked revenue component.
- [Treat Incoming Water with an Automated pH Adjustment System](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/treat-incoming-water-with-a-ph-adjustment-system/): Industrial pH Adjustment Systems for Incoming Water
- [Boost Your Bottom Line with Ultrafiltration](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/boost-your-bottom-line-with-ultrafiltration/): Reducing maintenance expenses and improving product quality are a highly sought-after win-win for metalworking manufacturers.
- [Enhancing Industrial Wastewater Management with Automated pH Adjustment Solutions](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/enhancing-industrial-wastewater-management-with-automated-ph-adjustment-solutions/): If untreated—or improperly treated—industrial wastewater can create several environmental and regulatory challenges. However, implementing customizable pH adjustment systems can help manufacturers maintain regulatory compliance, minimize waste, and reduce costs.
- [Building an Effective Coolant Waste Reduction Program](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/building-an-effective-coolant-waste-reduction-program/): Behind the precision machine work in every metalworking facility lies a sometimes-overlooked challenge—the effective management of the coolant that helps keep the process moving.
- [Use a Reclamation Service or Recycle the Oil at Your Facility?](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/use-a-reclamation-service-or-recycle-the-oil-at-your-facility/): Uptime is the name of the metalworking production game. That is why manufacturers are constantly looking for better ways to make their oil and tools last longer, and keep their machines running without increased expenses or extra maintenance.
- [Selecting the Right Chip Processing System](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/selecting-the-right-chip-processing-system/): Effectively managing metal turnings and coolant-coated scrap is a challenge for metalworking manufacturers.
- [Improving Efficiency and Revenue Through Automated Recycling](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/improving-efficiency-and-revenue-through-automated-recycling/): Since its founding in 1973, Kansas-based Youngers and Sons Manufacturing Company, Inc. has achieved steady growth. But in 2020, a plan for improving existing processes and facilities revealed some glaring inefficiencies and avoidable expenses, primarily with its metal scrap and fluid recycling operations. 
- [Fluid Recycling Equipment to Improve Production and Reduce Expenses](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/fluid-recycling-equipment-to-improve-production-and-reduce-expenses/): Forward-thinking metalworking companies are looking at ways to recover coolant, but that’s not the only fluid that can deliver cost-savings. Optimizing wash water and rinse water applications is another way to cut costs and improve efficiency.
- [Enhancing Workplace Safety, Productivity, and Financial Stability with Automated Metal Scrap Handling](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/enhancing-workplace-safety-productivity-and-financial-stability-with-automated-metal-scrap-handling/): Automation is set to become a critical factor for competitiveness in 2025, as Deloitte projects that smart factory solutions will dominate manufacturing processes. Automated metal scrap handling systems – including shredders, crushers, briquetters, fluid filtration equipment, and conveyors – are essential for enhancing workplace safety, boosting productivity, and giving financial advantages to manufacturers.
- [Crucial Conveyor Considerations](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/crucial-conveyor-considerations/): Conveyor Considerations: Metal Scrap Conveyors are a critical capital investment for every metalworking operation. If strategically planned for, the right conveyors can improve productivity in the near term while positioning your company for long-term, sustainable success.
- [The High Cost of Compliance: Here’s What You Can Do About It](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/the-high-cost-of-compliance-heres-what-you-can-do-about-it/): A 2023 National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) study estimated that U.S. federal regulations will cost approximately $350 billion in 2022, particularly damaging smaller companies.
- [Capital Reawakening: Recommendations for Re-engaging  Equipment Projects in Uncertain Times](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/capital-reawakening-recommendations-for-re-engaging-equipment-projects-in-uncertain-times/): If your company suspended or paused capital expenditures in response to economic uncertainty, now is the time to get fluid and metal scrap processing projects moving again to ensure their timely completion. Engaging with equipment suppliers sooner rather than later can help ensure capex investments promptly make a positive impact on operations when the cost of borrowing decreases.
- [3 Scrap and Fluid Processing Upgrades That Won’t Break the Bank](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/3-scrap-and-fluid-processing-upgrades-that-wont-break-the-bank/): Even minor metal scrap and fluid processing system improvements can significantly impact operations. Here are three cost-effective upgrades shown to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.
- [From Policies to Practices: Preparing for the PFAS Regulations](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/from-policies-to-practices-preparing-for-the-pfas-regulations/): New regulations to control Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) pollution are imminent.
- [Learning from a Leader in Sustainability:  A Roadmap to Efficient Water Utilization](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/learning-from-a-leader-in-sustainability-a-roadmap-to-efficient-water-utilization/): As companies look to implement sustainable manufacturing practices, gleaning insights from operations that have established successful process improvements is both practical and valuable.
- [Effective Cost Control: Keys to Reducing Haul-Away Expenses in Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/effective-cost-control-keys-to-reducing-haul-away-expenses-in-metalworking/): As operational costs continue to rise, metalworking facilities are searching for any advantage they can find to minimize expenses. Effectively managing costs wherever and whenever possible is becoming paramount. One of the more controllable expenses is haul-away costs, which can be reduced with improvements in waste stream process management.
- [From Disposal to Renewal: The Processes and Equipment to Recycle Lithium-ion Batteries](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/from-disposal-to-renewal-the-processes-and-equipment-for-lithium-ion-battery-recycling/): The renewable energy sector is experiencing massive growth. This means a considerable emphasis is on better and more effective ways to recycle lithium-ion batteries. With a major shift underway toward a reliance on clean energy, the industry is on pace to more than double its capacity in the coming years. This expansion is part of the plan to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- [Got Questions about Recycling Lithium-Ion Batteries? The EPA Has Answers](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/got-questions-about-recycling-lithium-ion-batteries-the-epa-has-answers/): It’s no secret the renewable energy sector is undergoing rapid growth, with a major focus on clean energy reliance in the near future.
- [When to Upgrade Your Industrial Control System](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/when-to-upgrade-your-industrial-control-system/): For most industries, there comes a time when it is recognized that technological advancements have necessitated equipment updates. Control panels are no exception to this phenomenon, as more and more operations have updated the control systems that control their industrial machinery from analog to digital and automated formats.
- [Fluid Filtration: The Pros and Cons of Paper Bed Filters](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/fluid-filtration-the-pros-and-cons-of-paper-bed-filters/): Solid-liquid separation is a critical step in fluid filtration, recovery, and recycling for metalworking facilities. Paper bed filters are a cost-effective filtration technology that can filter ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as a range of organic and inorganic contaminants, found in many applications:
- [How a Recent EPA Lawsuit Could Impact Industrial Water Treatment](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/how-a-recent-epa-lawsuit-could-impact-industrial-water-treatment/): In April 2023, several environmental groups filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding wastewater standards for seven industries:
- [Achieving Environmental Excellence: Best Practices for Water Efficiency in Cooling Towers](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/best-practices-for-water-efficiency-in-cooling-towers/): Although decarbonization has been at the forefront of discussions about reducing the steel industry’s environmental impact, decreasing water consumption and improving industrial wastewater discharge practices are also aspects of sustainability and compliance that steel manufacturers must address. This is especially true due to the recent increases in costs associated with a regulation violation. Here’s a quick look at best practices for water efficiency, sustainability, compliance in cooling towers and the steel industry, and the challenges and potential solutions.
- [Maximize Scrap Value and Reduce Fluid Expenses with Briquetting](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/maximize-scrap-value-and-reduce-fluid-expenses-with-briquetting/): Metalworking companies are always looking for ways to reduce expenses and minimize waste. With economic uncertainty affecting industries around the world, it’s never too early to prepare for any downturns by tapping into the true value of metal scrap.
- [Automation Assists Waste Stream Processing:  Reduce Labor and Material Costs](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/automation-assists-waste-stream-processing-reduce-labor-and-material-costs/): Automating existing waste stream processes can reduce labor costs and the volume of waste that needs to be hauled away. This lowers the carbon impact, mitigates the risk of environmental contamination, and makes for more effective scrap and fluid management.
- [Prepare for the Upsurge in Semiconductor Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/prepare-for-the-upsurge-in-semiconductor-manufacturing/): Fabrication incentives from the CHIPS Act of 2022 are expected to contribute to significant growth in the U.S. semiconductor industry in the next 10 years. That growth will spur new demand for fluid transfer and wastewater treatment technologies.
- [Addressing Future Market Factors: How to Prepare by Maximizing Your Company’s Waste Streams](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/maximize-waste-streams-to-address-future-market-factors/): There is presently a lack of predictability in the U.S. manufacturing sector. As a result, metalworking operations are facing factors that could impact growth. With that in mind, here’s a look at five situations that are developing, and suggestions for adjusting waste stream processes to help your company stay prepared.
- [Why Process Water and Wastewater Recycling Should Be at the Top of Your To-Do List](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/why-process-water-and-wastewater-recycling-should-be-at-the-top-of-your-to-do-list/): For some time now, many metalworking plants have viewed process water and wastewater recycling capabilities as inessential. However, that line of thinking is beginning to change as the United States’ fresh water supply continues to wane.
- [Staying Power: Three Ways to Improve Employee Retention in Metalworking](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/staying-power-three-ways-to-improve-employee-retention-in-metalworking/): Year-over-year, fabricated metal products and transportation equipment are two of three manufacturing sectors that have recently experienced high rates of job growth.
- [Improving Your Preventive Maintenance Programs](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/improving-your-preventive-maintenance-programs/): Preventing equipment failures and maximizing uptime are key to operational success.
- [All Eyes on EV: How Quickly Will the Transition Accelerate?](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/all-eyes-on-ev-how-quickly-will-the-transition-accelerate/): As we look ahead to 2023 and beyond, one thing is certain: the global impact of the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) will be far-reaching.
- [Video Spotlight: How a Clean Metalworking Operation Contributes to Employee Retention and Attraction](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/how-a-clean-metalworking-operation-contributes-to-employee-retention-and-attraction/): Workplace safety is one of the most critical considerations for any metalworking operation.
- [Leveraging Waste Reduction Processes to Attract a New Generation of Workers](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/leveraging-waste-reduction-processes-to-attract-a-new-generation-of-workers/): For a decade, Manufacturing Day has sought to help the industry inspire a new generation to pursue careers in fabrication.
- [National Association of Manufacturers Offers Advice for Addressing Inflation](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/national-association-of-manufacturers-offers-advice-for-addressing-inflation/): What can manufacturers do about inflation?
- [Automate Waste Stream Processing to Support Workforce Development](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/automate-waste-stream-processing-to-support-workforce-development/): Metalworking organizations must fill existing openings while preparing for an increasingly constrained workforce. These companies must define and create pathways for new careers to remain competitive.
- [Inflation: Ride It Out or Take Action?](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/inflation-ride-it-out-or-take-action/): Manufacturers and fabricators all over the country are grappling with soaring inflation. Oil and metal prices have been affected by recent geopolitical uncertainty and the continued disruption of supply chain imbalances. How metalworking companies respond to these economic pressures could not only define whether they will endure in the short term, but if they will be positioned for growth long term.
- [Beyond Chips: Five Ways to Recover Cutting Fluids and Other Common Metalworking Byproducts](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/beyond-chips-five-ways-to-recover-fluids-from-other-common-metalworking-byproducts/): Most manufacturing facilities recognize the value of reclaiming fluids from metal chips. However, many often overlook valuable fluid recovery opportunities hidden within sludge, swarf, filter cakes, and coolant emulsions. For plant managers, maintenance staff, and business owners throughout North America and Europe, optimizing fluid reclamation from these byproducts can deliver substantial cost savings, improved efficiency, and environmental benefits.
- [Video Spotlight: Reuse Cutting Fluids to Reduce Variable Costs](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/video-spotlight-reuse-cutting-fluids-to-reduce-variable-costs/): When raw material costs rise sharply, implementing strategies to reduce part production costs helps preserve profit margins. In metalworking, reducing variable expenses tied to cutting fluids is a logical place to start.
- [Recycling MWFs Can Help Reduce Machine Coolant Disposal](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/recycling-mwfs-can-help-reduce-machine-coolant-disposal/): Whether for cost-savings or to reduce the volume of waste product, metalworking manufacturers are reaping the benefits of recycling coolants and fluids on their own.
- [Fall Prevention: Selecting the Right Conveyor  to Reduce Slips, Trips, and Spills](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/fall-prevention-selecting-the-right-conveyor-to-reduce-slips-trips-and-spills/): As indicated by the top 10 Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) violations from fiscal year 2021, fall protection remains a critical aspect of worker safety. In fact, it has been the most frequently cited standard for the past 11 fiscal years.
- [Reduce Wastewater Volumes to Improve Safety  and Lower Hazardous Waste Costs](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/reduce-wastewater-volumes-to-improve-safety-and-lower-hazardous-waste-costs/): Wastewater has increasingly become an aspect of environmental health and safety that manufacturers and fabricators are seeking to improve. And with good reason.
- [Video Spotlight: How Centralized Fluid Filtration  Improves Respiratory Safety](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/video-spotlight-how-centralized-fluid-filtration-improves-respiratory-safety/): Cited as the second most common Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) violation in fiscal year 2021, respiratory safety continues to be a challenge in the workplace. Metalworking is no exception.
- [Feature Story: Preventing the Top 5 Most Common Metalworking Injuries](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/feature-story-preventing-the-top-5-most-common-metalworking-injuries/): There are 4.5 million reported injuries in the metal manufacturing industry each year in the United States. Data compiled by the Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) shows that the number of metalworking injuries per 100 people is higher than in all private industries and construction:
- [Four Reasons Fabrication Companies Need to Automate](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/four-reasons-fabrication-companies-need-to-automate/): Lincoln Electric contributed to this article.
- [Reduce Unplanned Conveyor Downtime and Minimize Manual Labor](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/reduce-unplanned-conveyor-downtime-and-minimize-manual-labor/): As the metalworking industry continues to face challenges from a widespread lack of skilled workers, reducing downtime and keeping production consistent is more important than ever.
- [Video Spotlight: Turn Metal Scrap into Pucks to Improve Melting](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/video-spotlight-turn-metal-scrap-into-pucks-to-improve-melting/): According to a report commissioned by the U.S. Department of Energy, the melting process accounts for more than half of the energy consumed in the metal casting industry. Although furnace design, fuel, and the method of heating metal scrap plays a large role in the amount of energy used in the process, there are two ways that automated metal scrap processing and material transfer equipment can also contribute to efficient melting.
- [Five Steps to Unlocking Automation’s Cost-Saving Potential](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/five-steps-to-unlocking-automations-cost-saving-potential/): Unsure where to focus your automation efforts? Here are five steps for identifying aspects of metalworking that automation will improve and some potential solutions that will help you achieve results.
- [Understanding the Importance of Industrial Water Analysis in Water Treatment Equipment Reliability](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/understanding-the-importance-of-industrial-water-analysis-in-water-treatment-equipment-reliability/): Industrial water treatment is not one-size-fits-all—solutions are as unique as each operation’s water chemistry. Therefore, getting the right industrial water treatment solution is critical to equipment reliability. This takes a fine-tuned combination of laboratory testing, application research, and equipment expertise.
- [Video Spotlight: How to Prevent Common Metal Scrap Processing Delays](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/video-spotlight-how-to-prevent-common-metal-scrap-processing-delays/): Ensuring that your metal scrap processing equipment is running reliably and efficiently means you can get the most out of your machinery and your workforce.
- [Why Investing in Reliable Metal Scrap Processing Equipment Is More Important Than Ever](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/why-investing-in-reliable-metal-scrap-processing-equipment-is-more-important-than-ever/): With formidable workforce challenges facing the metalworking industry, a high measure of equipment reliability is no longer a “nice to have,” it’s a “need to have.”
- [3 Factors to Consider When Selecting the Right Hydraulic Press](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/3-factors-to-consider-when-selecting-the-right-hydraulic-press-for-your-operation/): Hydraulic and electric-servo presses are vital to many assembly operations, forging applications, stamping processes, and more. Industrial presses can streamline your operation and increase your productive capabilities—but only if the presses themselves are consistent and reliable.
- [Minor Improvements to Metalworking Fluid Housekeeping Can Have a Major Impact on Production](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/minor-improvements-to-metalworking-fluid-housekeeping-can-have-a-major-impact-on-production/): A metalworking fluid (MWF) housekeeping program can help shops reduce their cost of metalworking fluid without sacrificing productivity.
- [Where Chip Wringers Go Wrong](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/where-chip-wringers-go-wrong/): Chip wringers (also called centrifuges) are principal players in metal scrap processing and fluid recovery. By using centrifugal force to separate metal chips from cutting fluids, chip wringers produce drier chips that are more valuable to scrap dealers and enable operators to recover spent cutting fluids for recycling and reuse.
- [Video Spotlight: Is Ultrafiltration Right for My Process?](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/video-spotlight-is-ultrafiltration-right-for-my-process/): Upgrading your company’s industrial water treatment processes will help your operation meet zero manifesting goals and adhere to federal, state, and local wastewater compliance requirements. It can also result in cost-savings, production efficiencies, and better finished products. Ultrafiltration is one of many options available for treating industrial water. But how do you know if it’s right for your process? Here are answers to some of the most common questions regarding ultrafiltration.
- [Flipping the Script on Compliance](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/flipping-the-script-on-compliance/): There are signs that auspicious times may lie ahead for metalworking operations. The general sentiment is that industrial environmental compliance will become more tightly regulated. There are also indications that steel mills, bolstered by government infrastructure spending, are
- [Blog: Reduce Rinse Water Use](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-reduce-rinse-water-use/): Most of the hazardous waste in surface finishing comes from wastewater that is generated by rinse water. Due to the substantial amount of this waste, within this $155 billion dollar industry, companies are taking quick action to mitigate the environmental risk associated with dumping, and consumption. One of the major steps is though pollution prevention planning and water conservation.
- [Blog: Making Wastewater Compliance Part of a Profit Strategy](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-making-wastewater-compliance-part-of-a-profit-strategy/): Water is considered an essential resource for many manufacturing operations, as well as being one of the most heavily regulated. In an effort to trim expenses and comply with ever-tightening federal, state, and local regulations, industrial water and wastewater treatment has become a critical focal point for modern plant operations.
- [Blog: Feasibility Study: Oil Emulsion and Rinse Water Waste Treatment with Vacuum Evaporation](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-feasibility-study-oil-emulsion-and-rinse-water-waste-treatment-with-vacuum-evaporation/): According to the analytical results of the supplied sample, viscosity of the solution under evaporation, the production of foam, boiling point rise, and the characteristics of the distillate correlated to the evaporation temperature- PRAB recommends using a forced circulation vacuum evaporator with a SHELL-AND-TUBE HEAT EXCHANGER, powered by a heat pump.
- [Blog: Ultrafiltration and Precipitation: The Most Effective Methods for Removing Heavy Metals from Industrial Wastewater](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-ultrafiltration-and-precipitation-the-most-effective-methods-for-removing-heavy-metals-from-industrial-wastewater/): Electroplating, electroless nickel plating, metal-forming operations, battery recycling and other such operations all generate wastewater containing soluble heavy metal ions. Ultrafiltration and precipitation are the most effective methods for removing these metal ions. Both help manufacturers avoid the costly consequences of non-treatment, that can include corrosion to systems, toxic pollutants passed into surface waters, sludge disposal, and more.
- [Blog: Considering Environmental Impact Beyond Mere Compliance](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-considering-environmental-impact-beyond-mere-compliance/): Wastewater treatment is an increasingly critical topic that has been discussed at the highest levels of government and major corporations. To find a sustainable approach, companies can employ many different strategies to help go beyond mere compliance and begin the process of positively impacting global water quality.
- [Blog: Protecting Your Workforce](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-protecting-your-workforce/): By reducing metalworking scrap to flowable chips and separating chips from spent fluid for recycle or reuse, an operation can use less floor space and create a cleaner working environment using briquetters, crushers and shredders, wringers and centrifuges, and horizontal screw presses.
- [Blog: The Importance Of Design Elements In Maximizing The Life Of Your Steel Belt Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-the-importance-of-design-elements-in-maximizing-the-life-of-your-steel-belt-conveyor/): Steel belt conveyors have been relied upon in the stamping industry for hundreds of years. The reason for this is the way steel belt conveyors automate the metal scrap handling process and the specific ways in which they can be designed to mitigate wear of the conveyor and any unplanned downtime associated with that wear.
- [Blog: Conveyors for E-Scrap?](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-conveyors-for-e-scrap/): The most recognized and versatile is the traditional steel belt conveyor. Steel belt conveyors are a relatively inexpensive and practical way to move and elevate large volumes of material in harsh environments.
- [Blog: Considerations for Conveyor Selection](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-considerations-for-conveyor-selection/): The first step toward fulfilling these goals is to clearly identify your needs and relate them to the advantages or disadvantages of the types of conveyors available. Individual situations almost always involve unique characteristics so judgment on the correct identification, based on experience, usually plays an important role.
- [Maintenance and Technology Considerations When Selecting a Metal Scrap Conveyor](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/maintenance-and-technology-considerations-when-selecting-a-metal-scrap-conveyor-2/): These are just a few of the maintenance and technology considerations that should be made when selecting the right metal scrap conveyor for the metalworking process. To get a more thorough view of what can be done to optimize uptime with a new conveyor we recommend contacting a conveyor specialist to review your process, application, and most importantly your goals to find the solution that is best for your operation.
- [Blog: Achieving Quantifiable Results Through Sustainable Manufacturing](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-achieving-quantifiable-results-through-sustainable-manufacturing/): After World War II, as the United States quickly transformed from an agricultural society to an industrial one and the start of the modern-day environmental movement had begun. In the first 25 years of this movement, the US spent more than $1 trillion to address environmental threats caused by commercial activities. Since that time, being environmentally responsible, has been an ever-growing concern. However, many companies-including metalworking operations-are motivated to ‘go green’ by a bigger driver than just having an environmentally friendly reputation-MONEY.
- [Blog: Setting The Groundwork For Equipment Performance & Return](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-setting-the-groundwork-for-equipment-performance-return/): As part of its value-added service, PRAB simulated the manufacturer’s process for separating the oil from the metal scrap at PRAB’s facility test lab using the metal scrap processing equipment that would be installed at the manufacturer’s plant. During the test, an engineer dumped two 55-gallon barrels of small stamping scrap material provided by the powertrain manufacturer into a conveyor infeed hopper. The material moved up the system’s conveyor and discharged into a diagonal shaft wringer. The wringer dried the chips and shells and discharged them back into the customer-supplied barrel.
- [How to Offset Rising Material Costs](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/how-to-offset-rising-material-costs-2/): Metalworking operations across industries can look at the following possible options to reduce material costs and determine which ones would most effectively meet profit goals.
- [Blog: Why Wear Abatement Strategies Are Necessary](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-why-wear-abatement-strategies-are-necessary/): Although any good equipment design will incorporate some sort of safety factor for wear, more application-specific details should be shared with the design engineer. This will ensure less wear, better value, and a longer lasting piece of equipment.
- [Cast Iron Machining –  Removing Graphite from Cutting Fluids](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-cast-iron-machining-removing-graphite-from-cutting-fluids-2/): The graphite released from machining cast iron quickly fouls filtration media, preventing flow. The concentration of graphite particles, as well as the iron particles, increases so that large amounts of sludge build up at the bottom of tanks, lines, and machine bases. To remove the sludge, production must be shut down for manual cleaning. In addition to the labor required for cleaning, there are many other costly processes, such as production losses, haul-away, and new coolant purchases. All these costs accumulate from not having an automated system in place to separate chips from coolant and properly separating graphite from fluid (in this instance) when machining cast iron. There is, however, a solution for effectively removing graphite to maximize coolant life, productivity, and overall process operation. But first, where does this graphite come from…
- [What Chips Say About the Overall Machining Process](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/what-chips-say-about-the-overall-machining-process-2/): Metal chips created during the machining process are often a great indicator of overall process conditions. The appearance of the chips can provide operators with a second line of sight when the windows to the work zone are obscured by scratches, cutting fluid, or tool turrets. Things to look for include chip color, shape, size, and surface finish.
- [Blog: Spinning Vs Briquetting For Maximum Scrap Value](https://www.prab.com/recyclingminute/blog-spinning-vs-briquetting-for-maximum-scrap-value/): There are many shops that use a centrifuge to spin fluid from chips as opposed to using a briquetter to compact the chips into pucks. But, when it comes to lose scrap and pucks, the pucks are easier to store, leave little residual oil, and can bring more money than loose chips. So why despite the benefits of a briquetter, are some shops just spinning?

## FAQs
- [Magnetic Conveyor vs. Magnetic Separator](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/magnetic-conveyor-vs-magnetic-separator/): A magnetic conveyor and a magnetic separator both use magnets to handle ferrous material, but they perform opposite functions. A magnetic conveyor is a material handling device that transports solid ferrous chips and parts. A magnetic separator is a fluid filtration device that pulls ferrous fines out of coolant. One moves metal. The other cleans fluid.
- [What causes a POTW discharge violation?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-causes-a-potw-discharge-violation/): POTW discharge violations most commonly result from effluent pH outside the required 6.0–9.0 range, missing or incomplete discharge logs, undocumented batch events, and probe drift from inadequate sensor maintenance — any of which can trigger EPA enforcement action under 40 CFR §403.
- [What is closed-loop water management in manufacturing?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-is-closed-loop-water-management-in-manufacturing/): Closed-loop water management in manufacturing is a water treatment strategy in which process fluids are treated on-site and recirculated back into the manufacturing process rather than discharged to a sewer or hauled off-site for disposal — reducing freshwater consumption, eliminating discharge fees, and minimizing hazardous waste generation.
- [How does PRAB document pH compliance for audits?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-prab-document-ph-compliance-for-audits/): PRAB pH Adjustment Systems automatically log pH reading, effluent volume, and timestamp for every batch discharge event, creating a complete, tamper-evident compliance record that satisfies POTW permit documentation requirements and RCRA audit trails without any manual data entry.
- [Can pH adjustment systems remove heavy metals from wastewater?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/can-ph-adjustment-systems-remove-heavy-metals-from-wastewater/): Yes — raising wastewater pH to the appropriate level (typically 8.5–10.5 depending on the metal) causes dissolved heavy metals such as zinc, copper, nickel, and chromium to precipitate as insoluble metal hydroxides that can be removed by downstream filtration or settling.
- [How does the 50-micron continuous-band filter protect a pH system?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-the-50-micron-continuous-band-filter-protect-a-ph-system/): PRAB's 50-micron continuous-band filter removes fine particulate solids from incoming wastewater before it contacts pH probes or precision metering pumps — preventing probe fouling, sensor drift, and pump wear that are the most common causes of pH system downtime.
- [What industries use pH adjustment systems?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-industries-use-ph-adjustment-systems/): Industries that commonly require pH adjustment systems include metalworking, CNC machining, metal fabrication, die casting, electroplating, chemical processing, aerospace manufacturing, and food and beverage — any facility generating acidic or caustic process wastewater subject to POTW discharge limits.
- [How does automated pH control reduce chemical spend?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-automated-ph-control-reduce-chemical-spend-2/): Automated pH control eliminates the overfeeding inherent in manual neutralization by dosing acid or caustic reagent only in response to live sensor readings — stopping precisely when the target pH is reached rather than adding a fixed volume per batch.
- [Can a pH adjustment system return treated water to the manufacturing process?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/can-a-ph-adjustment-system-return-treated-water-to-manufacturing/): Yes — PRAB pH Adjustment Systems support closed-loop water management by verifying treated process water to a target pH before routing it directly back into the manufacturing process, rather than to drain or haul away, eliminating disposal costs and reducing freshwater demand.
- [What is the difference between batch and continuous-flow pH adjustment?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-is-the-difference-between-batch-and-continuous-flow-ph-adjustment-2/): Batch pH adjustment systems complete the full neutralization reaction before every discharge, delivering more consistent effluent quality and lower chemical consumption than continuous-flow alternatives, which dose on-the-fly and risk under- or over-treatment at variable flow rates.
- [How does a batch pH adjustment system work?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-a-batch-ph-adjustment-system-work-2/): A batch pH adjustment system fills a reaction tank to a set volume, then precisely doses acid or caustic reagent based on continuous live pH sensor feedback until the target range is reached and confirmed stable.
- [What pH range is required for POTW discharge?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-ph-range-is-required-for-potw-discharge-2/): Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) discharge regulations under 40 CFR §403.5(b)(2) require a pH of 6.0–9.0; discharges below pH 5.0 are categorically prohibited as corrosive hazardous waste.
- [What is the PRAB Performantee® and what does it cover?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-is-the-prab-performantee-and-what-does-it-cover/): The PRAB Performantee® is PRAB's performance guarantee — a commitment that every system is matched to your specific discharge and reuse requirements, factory-tested before shipment, field-commissioned by PRAB technical staff, and backed by 24/7 phone support. It reflects PRAB's position as a long-term operational partner, not just an equipment supplier.
- [How does PRAB document pH compliance for environmental audits?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-prab-document-ph-compliance-for-environmental-audits/): Every PRAB pH adjustment system automatically logs pH readings, total volume discharged, and a time/date stamp for each batch event. Automated pH compliance reports are delivered by email at defined intervals. This creates an auditable discharge record without manual data collection, reducing regulatory exposure for EHS and finance teams.
- [Can PRAB pH systems remove heavy metals from wastewater?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/can-prab-ph-systems-remove-heavy-metals-from-wastewater/): Yes. In metal-bearing wastewater streams, raising the pH to the appropriate level causes dissolved metals to precipitate as metal hydroxides for downstream removal. PRAB systems support metal hydroxide precipitation as part of the standard batch neutralization cycle, helping facilities meet both pH and metals discharge limits simultaneously.
- [How does PRAB’s continuous-band filter protect the system?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-prabs-continuous-band-filter-protect-the-system/): PRAB's automatic 50-micron continuous-band filter is the second stage of the two-stage pre-filtration system. It continuously removes fine particulates that could foul pH probes, damage metering pumps, or interfere with chemical dosing accuracy — extending equipment life and reducing maintenance frequency compared to conventional drum filters.
- [Can a pH adjustment system return treated water to the manufacturing process?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/can-a-ph-adjustment-system-return-treated-water-to-the-manufacturing-process/): Yes. PRAB pH adjustment systems are configurable for closed-loop water management, routing treated water directly back to the manufacturing process rather than to drain. This reduces freshwater consumption, cuts fluid disposal costs, and supports sustainability goals. End-of-life coolants, wash water, and process fluids can all be treated for recirculation.
- [What pH range is required for POTW discharge?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-ph-range-is-required-for-potw-discharge/): EPA pretreatment regulations require industrial wastewater discharged to a Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) to maintain a pH between 6.0 and 9.0. Discharges below pH 5.0 are specifically prohibited under 40 CFR §403.5(b)(2). PRAB systems verify every batch within this range before discharge is permitted.
- [What factors should we consider when selecting between Steel Belt, Pivot Belt, and Oscillating conveyors?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-factors-should-we-consider-when-selecting-between-steel-belt-pivot-belt-and-oscillating-conveyors/): Rule of thumb:
- [How do metal scrap processing systems lower carbon emissions?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-metal-scrap-processing-systems-lower-carbon-emissions/): Metal scrap processing systems can compact metal scrap by up to 91% and recover up to 98% of cutting fluid, thereby reducing the number of haul-away trips required. Fewer trucks, fewer miles, and less fuel consumption lower Scope 1 and 3 emissions while reducing disposal costs.
- [How do we pick the right Briquetter model?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-we-pick-the-right-briquetter-model/): It's best to select a Briquetter model based on the profile of your metal alloys and your manufacturing process.
- [For Briquetting, do we need to sort our metal alloys?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/for-briquetting-do-we-need-to-sort-our-metal-alloys/): Not always. It depends on your buyer and melt practice. PRAB engineers will evaluate mixed-metal streams during the lab test and advise on the best approach for managing your metal alloys.
- [Does PRAB provide site assessments, material testing, and customized systems?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/does-prab-provide-site-assessments-material-testing-and-customized-systems/): 👉 Request: Free Material Testing
- [How does PRAB help manufacturers stay compliant with wastewater environmental regulations?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-prab-help-manufacturers-compliant-wastewater-environmental-regulations/): 👉 Reference: PRAB Technical Briefs
- [What process water and industrial wastewater treatment technologies does PRAB provide?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-process-water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment-technologies-does-prab-provide/): 👉 Explore: Water & Wastewater Treatment
- [How does PRAB’s fluid filtration equipment extend coolant life and reduce costs?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-prabs-fluid-filtration-equipment-extend-coolant-life-and-reduce-costs/): 👉 Learn more: Fluid Filtration Systems
- [Does PRAB offer complete metal chip processing and coolant recycling systems?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/does-prab-offer-complete-metal-chip-processing-and-coolant-recycling-systems/): 👉 Explore: Chip Processing Equipment
- [How does PRAB compare to typical metal scrap conveyor options?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-prab-compare-to-typical-metal-scrap-conveyor-options/): Most conveyor equipment in the market is designed for shorter service cycles, often 10–15 years.
- [What makes PRAB metalworking equipment stand out?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-makes-prab-metalworking-equipment-stand-out-2/): 👉 Explore: Customer Success Stories
- [Does PRAB serve only U.S. customers or global markets?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/does-prab-serve-only-u-s-customers-or-global-markets/): PRAB’s equipment is designed, assembled, and serviced in Kalamazoo, Michigan, using primarily U.S.-sourced components. Select parts are sourced globally to meet performance and supply chain reliability standards. For international clients, PRAB’s EU headquarters in Poland delivers the same legendary durability, engineering expertise, and responsive local service.
- [Is PRAB equipment made in the USA?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/is-prab-equipment-made-in-the-usa-2/): Yes. PRAB’s equipment is designed, assembled, and serviced in Kalamazoo, Michigan, using primarily U.S.-sourced components, with select parts sourced globally to meet performance and supply chain reliability standards. For international clients, PRAB’s EU headquarters in Poland delivers the same legendary durability, engineering expertise, and responsive local service.
- [Can I get a site assessment before buying equipment?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/can-i-get-a-site-assessment-before-buying-equipment/): PRAB offers site assessments as part of its engineered equipment process.
- [What maintenance considerations are important for industrial wastewater treatment equipment?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-maintenance-considerations-are-important-for-industrial-wastewater-treatment-equipment/): A structured maintenance program—covering filtration, pumps, instrumentation, chemical handling, tanks, safety systems, and compliance— ensures reliability and helps extend equipment life and maintain regulatory compliance.
- [How do industrial wastewater treatment systems support regulatory compliance?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-industrial-wastewater-treatment-systems-support-regulatory-compliance/): Industrial wastewater treatment systems support regulatory compliance by removing contaminants, adjusting pH, reducing oil and grease, and lowering dissolved and suspended solids to meet federal, state, and local discharge standards.
- [How can sludge management improve industrial wastewater treatment performance?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-can-sludge-management-improve-industrial-wastewater-treatment-performance/): Effective sludge management reduces disposal costs, minimizes downtime, and improves the efficiency of the entire industrial wastewater treatment process.
- [What are the advantages of membrane filtration for industrial wastewater treatment?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-are-the-advantages-of-membrane-filtration-for-industrial-wastewater-treatment/): Membrane filtration (UF, nanofiltration, RO) produces high-quality water for reuse or discharge, reduces chemical use, and meets stringent environmental regulatory standards.
- [How do oil-water separators help in process water treatment?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-oil-water-separators-help-in-process-water-treatment/): Oil-water separators remove free and some emulsified oils from process water, protecting downstream filtration equipment and improving discharge quality.
- [What role does ozone and UV disinfection play in wastewater treatment?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-role-does-ozone-and-uv-disinfection-play-in-wastewater-treatment/): PRAB Advanced Ozone and UV Disinfection Options
- [How do automated pH adjustment systems improve regulatory compliance?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-automated-ph-adjustment-systems-improve-compliance/): Automated pH adjustment systems continuously monitor and regulate pH levels in wastewater to meet local discharge requirements. By reducing manual intervention, they ensure consistent compliance, optimize chemical usage, and improve the efficiency of treatment processes across a wide range of industries.
- [What are the operational and cost benefits of industrial wastewater treatment systems?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-are-the-operational-and-cost-benefits-of-industrial-wastewater-treatment-systems/): Industrial wastewater treatment systems reduce water purchases, chemical costs, and waste disposal fees; help meet regulations; and improve sustainability. Over time, cost savings can offset capital investment.
- [How are industrial wastewater treatment systems customized for specific industries?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-are-industrial-wastewater-systems-customized-for-specific-industries/): Custom system design begins with an analysis of industrial wastewater composition, flow rate, and site goals. Aerospace may need heavy-metal removal, plating may require cyanide destruction, and battery recycling may need acid and fluoride treatment.
- [What’s involved in achieving Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD)?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/whats-involved-in-achieving-zero-liquid-discharge-zld/): ZLD (Zero Liquid Discharge) systems recover nearly all water from industrial wastewater, producing reusable distillate and a concentrated residue. This is accomplished through vacuum evaporation, crystallization, advanced filtration, and sometimes membrane pre-treatment to maximize recovery and reduce environmental impact.
- [How can ultrafiltration improve process water quality and sustainability?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-can-ultrafiltration-improve-process-water-quality-and-sustainability/): Ultrafiltration systems use semi-permeable membranes to separate suspended solids, emulsified oils, and fine particulates.
- [What technologies are used in industrial process water and industrial wastewater treatment?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-technologies-are-used-in-industrial-process-water-and-industrial-wastewater-treatment/): Water Management solutions for Industrial wastewater treatment and process water treatment use a combination of physical, chemical, and biological processes to remove contaminants, meet environmental regulations, and enable reuse.
- [How do I select the right metal scrap conveyor for my metal and coolant type?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-i-select-the-right-metal-scrap-conveyor-for-my-scrap-and-coolant-type/): Consider scrap size (fine chips vs bushy turnings), material (aluminium vs steel vs cast iron), coolant content (wet vs dry), and elevation/incline.
- [What performance guarantees and after-sale support for metal scrap conveyors should I expect?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-performance-guarantees-and-after-sale-support-for-metal-scrap-conveyors-should-i-expect/): Choose a metal scrap conveyor supplier that offers documented performance guarantees, preventive maintenance programs, and long-term parts availability.
- [How do metal scrap conveyors improve workplace safety and housekeeping?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-metal-scrap-conveyors-improve-workplace-safety-and-housekeeping/): Metal scrap conveyors eliminate manual scrap handling, reduce forklift traffic, spill risks, and operator injuries. They improve workplace safety by keeping floors cleaner, reducing slip hazards, and improving workflow efficiency.
- [How do conveyors integrate with metal chip processing and coolant recycling systems?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-conveyors-integrate-with-metal-chip-processing-and-coolant-recycling-systems/): Conveyors integrate with metal chip processing and coolant recycling systems by automatically moving metal chips and swarf to downstream equipment such as crushers, wringers, centrifuges, or briquetters. This seamless flow allows for fluid reclamation, cleaner scrap handling, and more efficient scrap load-out.
- [What features improve conveyor durability and reduce maintenance costs?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-features-improve-conveyor-durability-and-reduce-maintenance-costs/): Metal scrap conveyor durability in harsh metalworking environments is required to reduce downtime and extend lifespan. Factors like temperature resistance, magnetic properties, incline, and maintenance requirements should be considered.
- [What types of scrap conveyors are used in metalworking industries?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-types-of-metal-scrap-conveyors-are-used-in-metalworking-industries/): A metal scrap conveyor is a system used in manufacturing to transport metal chips, turnings, swarf, and other waste for recycling or disposal. Common types include steel belt, oscillating, drag chain, magnetic, pneumatic, and specialty conveyors—each chosen based on scrap size, abrasiveness, coolant content, or temperature. These systems improve efficiency, safety, and the value of metal scrap while preventing downtime.
- [What is Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD), and why is it important for coolant and wastewater management?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-is-zero-liquid-discharge-zld-and-why-is-it-important-for-coolant-and-wastewater-management/): Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems prevent any liquid waste from leaving a facility. This treatment approach recovers and reuses water from process fluids, coolants, and wastewater streams—helping manufacturers meet strict environmental regulations, reduce operating costs, and achieve sustainability goals while avoiding costly discharge violations.
- [What role does coolant recycling play in sustainability and compliance?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-role-does-coolant-recycling-play-in-sustainability-and-compliance/): Coolant recycling supports environmental objectives while boosting operational efficiency. PRAB systems help meet strict compliance goals by minimizing waste discharge, eliminating tramp oil, and enabling fluid reuse, saving both money and natural resources.
- [Why invest in a centralized coolant filtration system for your metalworking facility?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/why-invest-in-a-centralized-coolant-filtration-system-for-your-metalworking-facility/): A centralized coolant filtration system like PRAB’s Guardian™ series filters, conditions, and recycles coolant from a central location, eliminating redundant equipment and fluid waste. It ensures consistent fluid performance, reduces overall usage, and automates much of the fluid maintenance routine.
- [What are the most effective fluid filtration methods for metalworking coolants?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-are-the-most-effective-fluid-filtration-methods-for-metalworking-coolants-2/): PRAB Fluid Filtration and Coolant Recycling Systems are engineered for CNC machining, metal cutting, and grinding operations. With solutions that include magnetic separators, paper bed filters, vacuum filters, and ultrafiltration units, PRAB helps manufacturers lower coolant costs, reduce downtime, and meet environmental standards.
- [How do tramp oil separators improve coolant effectiveness and system life?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-tramp-oil-separators-improve-coolant-effectiveness-and-system-life/): Tramp oils are unwanted machine lubricants that leak into coolant sumps, causing fluid degradation and contamination. PRAB tramp oil separators—such as coalescing units and belt skimmers—efficiently remove free-floating and emulsified oils. This helps maintain fluid integrity and reduces the frequency of coolant replacement.
- [What are the most effective fluid filtration methods for metalworking coolants?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-are-the-most-effective-fluid-filtration-methods-for-metalworking-coolants/): Coolant filtration removes solids, tramp oils, and bacteria, thereby protecting machine tools and extending the life of the coolant. PRAB offers a range of fluid filtration methods, including paper bed filters, membrane systems, magnetic separators, and hydrocyclones, each engineered for different contaminant loads and flow rates.
- [Does PRAB offer case studies or success stories?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/does-prab-offer-case-studies-or-success-stories/): Yes. You can explore dozens of detailed customer case studies that demonstrate real-world ROI, cost reduction, compliance, and productivity gains.
- [What is the PRAB Performantee?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-is-the-prab-performantee/): The Performantee® is PRAB’s written guarantee that your system will meet the performance benchmarks we define together—before you buy.
- [What kind of post-sale technical support does PRAB provide?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-kind-of-post-sale-technical-support-does-prab-provide/): We offer 24/7 technical support, rush parts shipping, remote troubleshooting, on-site service, and full system documentation.
- [Is PRAB a global or domestic supplier?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/is-prab-a-global-or-domestic-supplier/): PRAB is a U.S.-based manufacturer with a global footprint. We ship systems throughout the United States, Canada, the EU, and select international markets.
- [Does PRAB offer customized fluid filtration solutions?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/does-prab-offer-customized-solutions/): Yes. PRAB offers fully customized solutions engineered to meet the unique challenges of each facility’s scrap handling, fluid recycling, and wastewater treatment needs. Every manufacturer generates different waste streams and operates under specific production requirements, making customized system design essential for efficiency, compliance, and long-term reliability.
- [What industries use PRAB systems?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-industries-use-prab-systems/): We serve metalworking manufacturers using CNC machining, die casting, stamping, forging, finishing, and fabrication operations that manage metal scrap, cutting fluids, process water, and Industrial wastewater treatment.
- [Is PRAB equipment made in the USA?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/is-prab-equipment-made-in-the-usa/): Proudly made in the USA in Kalamazoo, MI
- [What makes PRAB metalworking equipment stand out?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-makes-prab-metalworking-equipment-stand-out/): PRAB equipment is engineered for durability, efficiency, and long-term ROI, lasting 20–30 years, or more, in harsh production environments.
- [What are the benefits of a Shredder/Wringer system for metal chip processing?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-are-the-benefits-of-a-shredder-wringer-system-for-metal-chip-processing/): Combining shredding and fluid recovery using a shredder/wringer system reduces chip volume and boosts coolant reuse in a single step.
- [How do wringers and centrifuges support fluid recovery in metalworking operations?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-wringers-and-centrifuges-support-fluid-recovery-in-metalworking-operations/): Wringers and centrifuges use high-speed mechanical force to extract fluid from chips and turnings. This significantly reduces coolant waste, lowers haul-away costs, and allows recovered fluid to be reused in production. PRAB’s centrifuge and wringer solutions are ideal for heavy-duty operations and integrate easily into chip handling workflows.
- [How does a bundle breaker work?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-does-a-bundle-breaker-work/): PRAB's bundle breakers are used upstream of metal chip processing systems to improve throughput and prevent clogging. Especially useful for operations producing long, stringy turnings, these devices de-cluster bundles and create more uniform flow into shredders or wringers.
- [How do metal turnings shredders improve safety and increase scrap value?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/how-do-metal-turnings-shredders-improve-safety-and-increase-scrap-value/): Turnings shredders improve operational safety and scrap quality by transforming large, knotted bundles into consistent, free-flowing chips. This simplifies loading, reduces equipment jams, and supports fluid recovery in wringers and briquetters. PRAB Metal Turnings Shredders are engineered with abrasion-resistant components, automatic jam sensing, and heavy-duty drives to withstand harsh production environments while maintaining uptime.
- [Can metal chip processing equipment handle mixed metals?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/can-metal-chip-processing-equipment-handle-mixed-metals/): Yes, metal chip processing systems are engineered to separate, shred, and/or compress a variety of ferrous and non-ferrous mixed metals.
- [Which metal chip processing system offers the best ROI?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/which-metal-chip-processing-system-offers-the-best-roi/): White Paper: Maximizing ROI with Metal Chip Processing
- [What materials can metal chip processing systems handle?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/what-materials-can-metal-chip-processing-systems-handle/): PRAB’s chip processing equipment is designed for flexibility and durability in high-volume metalworking and manufacturing environments. Whether you're machining aerospace alloys or recycling mixed metal turnings, PRAB systems can efficiently shred, wring, briquette, or convey a wide range of materials for metal chip processing, and improve handling, reduce waste volume, and boost scrap value.
- [Why is metal chip processing important in metalworking operations?](https://www.prab.com/ufaq/why-is-metal-chip-processing-important/): PRAB's metal scrap processing equipment is designed to handle metal chips, turnings, and swarf from machining operations. These systems reduce scrap volume, recover valuable fluids, improve workplace safety, and lower disposal costs—all while supporting environmental compliance.

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## Recycling Minute Archives
- [February 2026](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/february-2026/)
- [June 2026](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/june-2026/)
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- [November 2024](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/november-2024/)
- [September 2024](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/september-2024/): Optimizing Operations Through Process Improvements

Metalworking plants can reduce labor expenses, enhance workplace safety, increase production, and maximize scrap value with improvements to existing processes and the right equipment.
- [January 2024](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/january-2024/): Preparing Your Company for What 2024 Could Bring
- [October 2023](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/october-2023/): A Manufacturer's Journey to Better Process Water Usage, Plus Tips for Controlling Haul-Away Costs
- [July 2023](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/july-2023/): Cutting Cooling Tower Water Costs, Plus a Regulatory Update, and Fluid Filtration Best Practices
- [March 2023](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/march-2023/): Maximize Waste Streams to Prevail Over Future Market Factors
- [December 2022](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/december-2022/): Strategies for a Stronger 2023
- [September 2022](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/september-2022/): Positioning Your Metalworking Company to Attract New Employees
- [June 2022](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/june-2022/): How Metalworking Companies Can Respond to Inflation Pressures
- [March 2022](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/march-2022/): Eliminate These Hazards to Reduce Metalworking Injuries
- [December 2021](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/december-2021/): Automate Metal Scrap Processes to Reduce Costs
- [September 2021](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/september-2021/): Eliminating Costly Equipment Reliability Issues
- [May 2021](https://www.prab.com/recycling-minute-archive/may-2021/): How to Turn Environmental Compliance into Economic Opportunity

## FAQ Categories
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- [Industrial Process Water](https://www.prab.com/ufaq-tag/industrial-process-water/)
- [Water recycling and reuse systems](https://www.prab.com/ufaq-tag/water-recycling-and-reuse-systems/)
- [Closed-loop recycling](https://www.prab.com/ufaq-tag/closed-loop-recycling/)
- [Magnetic Separator](https://www.prab.com/ufaq-tag/magnetic-separator/)

https://www.msn.com/en-xl/news/other/metal-scrap-conveyors-the-unsung-heroes-of-modern-manufacturing-and-recycling/ar-AA25azxb
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/prab-transforming-manufacturing-efficiency-through-innovative-scrap-and-fluid-management-solutions/ar-AA26siLf?ocid=socialshare
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/prab-leading-the-way-in-metal-scrap-processing-and-industrial-waste-management/ar-AA26sHfw?ocid=socialshare
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/the-importance-of-chip-processing-equipment-in-modern-manufacturing/ar-AA26ssmA?ocid=socialshare
https://www.aerospacemanufacturinganddesign.com/magazine/#flipbook-flipbook/26/