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Magnetic separation for recycling plants – IFAT Munich 2026

From May 4 to 7, 2026, Gauss Magneti will be exhibiting at IFAT Munich with magnetic separation solutions for material recycling, designed to improve plant efficiency and the quality of recovered fractions.
In recycling plants, the separation of ferrous (FE) and non-ferrous (NE) metals is a fundamental step to ensure operational continuity, waste reduction, and material valorization.

 

Metal separation in recycling processes: a process variable

In modern waste treatment plants, material streams are increasingly complex:

 

• heterogeneous materials;
• multiple contaminations;
• variable particle sizes.

 
In this context, non-ferrous metal separation represents a critical stage for:
 

• increasing fraction purity;
• recovering valuable materials;
• optimizing recovery while reducing useful material losses.

 

High-frequency eddy current separation: when it truly matters

One of the most effective technologies for achieving high levels of precision in non-ferrous metal separation, even on difficult fractions, is the high-frequency Eddy Current separator.

 

Thanks to the rotor configuration, the system is particularly effective on:

 

• mixed plastics (PET, HDPE, PVC, LDPE, PP, PS);
• fractions derived from WEEE;
• end-of-life vehicle residues (ASR);
• fine materials or those with high contamination levels;
• incinerator bottom ash (IBA).
This makes it possible to increase the quality of recovered material and improve overall process yield.

 

Fill in the form and download the ECSE HF separator technical datasheet

 

    Fill out the form and receive the technical datasheet of the ECSE HF separator.

    Applications across key recycling sectors

    Gauss magnetic separation solutions find application in various sectors:

     

    • plastics and composite material recycling;
    • WEEE plants;
    • metal recovery from ASR;
    • industrial and municipal waste treatment;
    • incinerator bottom ash (IBA) recovery.

     

    In some processes, such as wood recycling for biomass production, metal separation represents a critical stage to ensure material quality.

     
    Discover a real-world application of wood and biomass recycling through magnetic separation: the Hubert Etter case study.
     
     

    Gauss Magneti: a process-based engineering approach

    The choice of separation technology cannot be standardized. Gauss Magneti develops solutions based on actual plant conditions:

     

    • material type;
    • contamination level;
    • line configuration;
    • recovery targets.

     

    The goal is to integrate magnetic separation into the process to improve overall plant performance.
    During IFAT 2026 in Munich, visitors will have the opportunity to consult with the Gauss Magneti technical team to analyze real-world applications and identify the most suitable separation configuration for their specific needs.