The research focus for this work is to enable the cleaner production of aluminium feedstock using pre-consumer scrap materials. This is done by developing energy effieceint processing capabilities and work flows in a small footprint to address the issues in valorising scraps into production feedstock. As such, the technologies developed not only serves to lower the embodied carbon of re-processed aluminium feedstock due to direct emissions, but also make the technology more accessible, decentralising the circular manufacturing chain.
Capabilities include:
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Reduce scrap size and improve handling efficiency |
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Densify loose metallic waste for downstream processing |
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Re‑melt and condition recycled metals for reuse |
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Enable small‑batch, flexible metal processing workflows |
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Increased readiness for downstream recycling or forming or remanufacturing |
Potential application / benefit:
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Circular manufacturing and scrap valorisation |
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Custom alloy development and prototyping |
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Material recovery and local feedstock production |
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Small batch pilot production for metalworking industries |
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Lower reliance on virgin raw materials |
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Support for local, closed‑loop manufacturing models |
