An even material stream
The conveyor carries prepared material through the measurement area. Spreading the objects across the belt helps detect them and direct them precisely into the appropriate stream.
CADesigner / Aluminium recyclingMATERIAL SORTING CENTRE / RYBNIKTHE FUTURE
THE FUTURE
HAS MANY LIVES.
SO DOES ALUMINIUM.
We bring aluminium back into circulation.
We create green raw material for industry.
RYBNIKSORTING CENTRE
X-RAYSORTING TECHNOLOGY
27.03.2026OFFICIAL OPENING
01 / A NEW CHAPTER FOR CADESIGNERALUMINIUM.
ALUMINIUM.
BACK IN CIRCULATION.
Our new plant. Green raw material for industry.
In Rybnik, we sort and process aluminium, bringing it back into circulation. An X-ray scanner line separates the material into alloy fractions. The result is green aluminium raw material for further processing at smelters and foundries.
Our Rybnik centre is a separate area of our business. We develop design, welding fixtures and structural manufacturing in Mysłowice.
Engineering and manufacturing in MysłowiceSEE THE TECHNOLOGY IN MOTIONWE SEE MORE.
WE SEE MORE.
WE SORT PRECISELY.
How do X-rays help separate aluminium from materials of a different density? Take a look inside the process.
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Aluminium fractionSeparated fractionSimplified educational diagram
Information from within
An X-ray source and a sensor on the opposite side of the belt measure radiation transmitted through the material. The system analyses a signal related to its atomic density.
From measurement to decision
Software classifies detected objects according to configured criteria. Their position and the belt speed determine when the nozzle is activated.
A short pulse. A separate stream.
A precisely controlled compressed-air pulse changes the trajectory of selected objects. The rest follows its natural path, and the fractions reach separate outlets.
XRT technology explained using TOMRA X-TRACT materials. Explore the manufacturer’s technology
02 / FROM MATERIAL TO RAW MATERIALANOTHER LIFE.
ANOTHER LIFE.
A DEFINED PROCESS.
Material separation technology supports their return to industry.
Aluminium intended for processing begins the next stage of its cycle.
An X-ray scanner supports material identification and separation on the sorting line.
Material is separated into alloy fractions for further processing.
Processed aluminium returns to industry as raw material for smelters and foundries.
RYBNIK / MATERIALS IN CIRCULATIONRAW MATERIAL WITH A FUTUREFROM SORTING
FROM SORTING
TO NEW PRODUCTS.
At our Rybnik centre, we prepare aluminium for the next stages of the industrial cycle. Separated fractions become raw material for further processing at smelters and foundries.
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Preparation and sorting
Material passes through the processing and separation line.
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Raw material for industry
Separated fractions can be matched to the needs of the next process.
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Further applications
After remelting, aluminium can return to the production of profiles, castings and other products.
TECHNOLOGY EXPLAINED CLEARLYGOOD QUESTIONS.
GOOD QUESTIONS.
CLEAR ANSWERS.
What does XRT detect?+
XRT analyses X-ray transmission through material. It separates objects with different atomic densities, including aluminium and heavier metals. The measurement does not rely solely on surface colour.
Does XRT identify every alloy grade?+
Density separation differs from a detailed chemical composition analysis. Sorting specific alloy grades may require additional technologies, such as LIBS laser spectroscopy. We define the process scope for each material.
What is green aluminium raw material?+
It is aluminium recovered from secondary materials and prepared for reuse in industry. Instead of reaching the end of its cycle, the material becomes input for the next process.
How can I work with the Rybnik centre?+
Send a description and photos of the material, its origin, approximate quantity and preferred timing. If you know its composition or have analysis results, include them in your enquiry. We can then discuss the possible scope of cooperation.
A WELL-PREPARED ENQUIRYSHOW US YOUR MATERIAL.
SHOW US YOUR MATERIAL.
LET’S EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES.
Every material stream is different. A few initial details help us move more efficiently into a technical discussion.
Enquire about cooperation- 01Material type and origin
- 02Photos and known composition
- 03Approximate quantity and frequency
- 04Preferred timing and scope of cooperation
03 / EXPLORE OUR CENTRENEW PLANT.
NEW PLANT.
NEW POSSIBILITIES.
Rybnik. Technology, people and a place for aluminium’s next life.
INVESTING
IN THE FUTURE.
The sorting centre was established through a project co-funded by the European Union. Explore the investment’s objectives, scope and funding.
View the EU-funded project04 / LET’S TALK ALUMINIUMTHE NEXT CYCLE.
THE NEXT CYCLE.
A SHARED DIRECTION.
Would you like to work with our Rybnik centre? Describe your material and enquiry. We’ll direct you to the right team.
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