Why the cheapest option is not always the most profitable
In aluminium recycling, selecting the scrap with the lowest purchase price does not necessarily mean choosing the most economical raw material. When assessing different scrap grades, the cost per tonne represents only one part of the overall economic equation.
To achieve the same annual production target, the volume of raw material required can vary significantly depending on metal content and recovery yield.
Lower-grade or highly contaminated scrap requires more intensive processing, increased energy consumption and more complex residue management.
The profitability of a recycling plant depends on achieving the right balance between several technical and economic factors.*
*The Real Cost of Aluminium Scrap | Insertec