Wire recycling equipment plays a critical role in recovering valuable metals from copper wire, aluminum cable, shredder wire, and mixed industrial scrap. Engineered Recycling Systems (ERS) develops fully integrated solutions that combine shredding, granulation, air separation, and density sorting to produce clean metal fractions with consistent throughput. These systems are engineered for operations that require stable performance, high recovery rates, and long‑term reliability across metals processing, e‑waste recycling, automotive dismantling, and industrial scrap recovery.

ERS wire recycling systems are designed to handle a wide range of material streams, from insulated copper wire and aluminum cable to complex automotive shredder residue. Each installation is configured around the customer’s specific material characteristics and performance goals, ensuring efficient processing even when feedstock quality varies.

The wire recycling process begins with controlled size reduction. Pre‑shredders break down bulky cable and wire bundles into manageable pieces, preparing them for downstream granulation. Once properly sized, high‑speed granulators reduce the material into uniform particles, liberating copper and aluminum conductors from their insulation. This staged approach protects downstream equipment, improves separation accuracy, and maintains stable throughput.

ERS separation technology uses air classification, density tables, and adjustable controls to isolate clean metal from plastic insulation, rubber, and light contaminants. These systems are engineered for accuracy and repeatability, producing high‑purity copper and aluminum granules that support higher resale value and reduced waste disposal costs. Optional magnetic separation and fine‑tuning modules can be added to optimize recovery for specific material types.

To maintain a clean and efficient operation, ERS integrates CCM® filtration, cyclones, and dust collection units that capture fine particulate generated during shredding and granulation. This protects equipment, improves air quality, and ensures compliance with industrial environmental standards. The filtration technology used in ERS wire recycling systems is the same proven approach applied across metals processing, trim removal, and industrial air handling applications.

ERS modular system design allows facilities to scale their equipment as production demands grow. Installations can include pre‑shredders, granulators, air separation tables, magnetic separators, dust collection units, and briquetting systems for fines. This modular approach ensures long‑term flexibility, easy expansion, and compatibility with existing equipment and facility layouts.

ERS systems are engineered for continuous operation in demanding industrial environments. Heavy‑duty construction, industrial controls, and automated monitoring ensure long‑term reliability and reduced downtime. Each system is designed to deliver stable recovery rates, consistent throughput, and dependable performance across a wide range of material types.

ERS wire recycling equipment is used in metals processing facilities, e‑waste recycling operations, automotive shredder residue recovery, cable manufacturing scrap recovery, and large‑scale industrial recycling centers. These systems support operations that require efficient material flow, high‑purity metal output, and reliable separation performance, making them suitable for both standalone installations and fully integrated processing lines.

ERS provides complete system engineering, including layout design, ducting, conveyors, filtration, and automation. Each installation is configured to meet specific material requirements, throughput goals, and facility constraints, ensuring seamless integration with existing production lines and long‑term operational efficiency.

Next Steps for Your Wire Recycling Project

If you’re evaluating wire recycling equipment or planning upgrades to your current process, our engineering team is ready to support you. You can reach out through our contact form to request a quote or schedule a consultation with an ERS engineer. If you want to see how your wire or cable material performs in a real system before making a decision, you can also send material for testing to our facility, where our team will process it through an ERS‑engineered line and provide documented recovery results to support your planning.