Sensor-Based Sorting System (XRT & Vision Sorter) — The Final Refining Hub for High-Purity Metal Output

Range： Sorting size: 5mm – 120mm

Application： ELV recycling plants• Mixed metal recycling plants• Aluminum recycling plants• Motor recycling plants• ASR processing plants• PCB and e-waste recovery

The sensor-based sorting system is the core module of SIMVIC’s advanced sorting architecture, integrating XRT and Color sorting to perform deep purification and value upgrading.

Within the process chain, it is typically positioned downstream of eddy current and inductive sorting, acting as a secondary refining stage. XRT identifies materials based on atomic density differences for alloy upgrading and heavy metal removal, while AI vision sorting distinguishes materials by color, texture, and shape for surface-level classification.

System-level value includes:

1. Purity upgrade: Elevates mixed metals to near smelter-grade quality (aluminum purity up to 98–99%).

2. Value amplification: Enables alloy-grade and appearance-based classification for higher resale value.

3. Process synergy: Works with upstream size classification and dust removal systems to ensure optimal detection accuracy and minimal error rates.

As the final checkpoint of the plant, this system defines the commercial value of the output and is a key enabler in transforming scrap into high-grade raw materials.

• Belt width: 1200mm – 2400mm

• Sorting size: 5mm – 120mm

• Air nozzle pitch: 6.25mm / 12.5mm

• Detection speed: up to 3.5 m/s (belt synchronized)

• Camera resolution: 4K / 8K industrial (Vision sorter)

Enables ultimate high-purity sorting

1. XRT density-based detection: Penetrates surface contamination for accurate internal material identification.→ System advantage: Reduces dependency on upstream cleaning and improves tolerance to complex feed materials.

2. Vision recognition: Multi-dimensional detection based on color, texture, and shape using deep learning.→ System advantage: Flexible sorting strategies aligned with market dynamics to maximize profitability.

3. High-precision pneumatic ejection: Millimeter-level nozzle control for accurate separation.→ System advantage: Maintains high purity and recovery even at high throughput.

4. Multi-system integration: Compatible with inductive sensors and hybrid sorting configurations.→ System advantage: Enables multi-layer identification combining material properties and visual features.

5. Industrial-grade safety & stability: Integrated X-ray shielding and stable light source systems.→ System advantage: Ensures long-term continuous operation and plant-wide reliability.

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Sensor-Based Sorter

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