Friday, November 4, 2011

30" Eccentric New Magnapower Eddy Current


Magnapower Eddy Current Arrives at Alan Ross Machinery Corporation.
MSW metal recovery, wood waste processing and aluminum extrusion is easier now with Magnapower’s uniquely designed Eddy Current Separator.
Northbrook, IL – November 1, 2011

Alan Ross Machinery is pleased to announce the arrival of the 30" Eccentric New Magnapower Eddy Current.  Magnapower Equipment Ltd has been producing eddy current separators and magnetic separation units for over 30 years and is one of the United Kingdom’s major suppliers. 

Magnapower’s high efficiency Eddy Current Separator is a market leader because of the following features:

·       Eccentric / offset rotor design: Adjustable rotor gives maximum magnetic force
·       Maximum pole to rotor diameter ratio: Higher frequency of the inducing field charges the particles, allowing for more effective separation with a 3,500 Gauss rating, compared to other manufacturers at 2,500.
·       Rare Earth (Neodymium Iron Boron) magnet system: The inductive force of a rare earth magnet is about nine times greater than that of a ferrite magnet, increasing the efficiency of non-ferrous separation.
·       Anti-leakage magnets:  Increases inductive force resulting in a cleaner separation, especially for smaller sized non-ferrous particles.
·       Variable rotor speed
·       Variable belt speed
·       Belt cleaning brush: Improves the life of your belt

Magnapower’s eddy current is designed for high usability and easy maintenance.  Wear parts are in stock and ready for shipment.  

A Magnapower vibratory feeder is also available to allow material to be spread evenly over the conveyor belt.  Spreading material in a monolayer will result in a cleaner separation. While the design of the Magnapower Eddy Current Separator can handle occasional ferrous material without serious consequences, it is highly recommended to remove this material before running it over the eddy current.  An optional drum magnet quotation for a standard strength ferrite magnet, best for removal of general tramp ferrous metal as well as a high intensity rare earth magnet recommended for higher extraction efficiency can be provided upon request.  Both the Magnapower manufactured vibratory feeder and drum are available at an additional cost.

Friday, July 29, 2011


The Omnipress 800 is a rotary compactor/baler engineered to reduce waste material size by as much as 75%.  Its heavy-duty design is intended for industrial use, but its appearance and controls are suitable for commercial environments.  Compacting produces a bale that is approximately 32 inches (80 cm) long, with a diameter of 16 inches (40 cm) and has an average weight of approximately 88 lbs (40kg).  The complete compacting cycle for each bale is about 4 minutes, with a estimated capacity of 1765 lbs (800 kg) per hour.


Advantages of the CAEB 800 Compactor:



1.) Flexibility: The Omnipress can compact and package (tie) cardboard, film, fabrics, plastic bottles, aluminum cans, wooden and plastic crates, medical waste and binding materials, and more.  Ask us about your application.  Its ability to compact expanding materials like foam rubber also sets it apart.


2.) Simplicity:  The operator only has to feed the material to the charging chamber and the machine does the rest.  The automatic tie, and automatic eject makes this a one person  operation.  


3.) Mobility: At just 43 inches (110 cm) long, 53 inches (134 cm) deep, and about 79 inches (200 cm) high, and a weight of less than 2,000 lbs (875 kg), this machine can be easily transported using a forklift or pallet truck.  It can also be easily incorporated into continuous production lines.


4.) Safety: The Omnipress is equipped with numerous safety devices, including safety switches and an automatic safety bar that stops the machine’s operations when the operator comes into contact with the charging chamber.  The safety frame ensures that an adequate distance is maintained from the automatic opening where the bale is slowly ejected.  A sensor prevents the compactor from being overloaded and the unit has a reversing mechanism for dealing with overfeeding of materials.


Monday, January 31, 2011

It's Here!!

ELME Clamshell Grapple-Magnet Arrives In the States
Waste Recyclers Across North America Can Now Sort And Handle Ferrous And Mixed Waste With ELME’s Advanced Grapple-Magnet Technology.
Northbrook, IL – January 31, 2011


News Facts
•Alan Ross Machinery Corp. announced the arrival of the ELME Clamshell Grapple-Magnet at its Northbrook, IL facility (20 minutes north of Chicago’s O’Hare airport).
•This new technology helps waste handlers recover ferrous scrap from paper, plastics and other mixed wastes unlocking value in mixed waste, and protecting equipment from damage by ferrous scrap contaminants.
•With the ELME Grapple-Magnet, operators can alternate between the grapple and magnet without switching equipment, leaving the operator’s cab or sacrificing mobility.
•The ELME Grapple-Magnet is hydraulically actuated; it rotates 360 degrees and the clamshell tines expand to 78” when fully extended.
•The approximate overall weight of the ELME Grapple-Magnet assembly is 4,000 lbs.

Supporting Quotes
•“North American waste handlers are looking for new ways to increase revenue and protect capital equipment from excessive wear and damage,” says Rustin Ross, President of Alan Ross Machinery Corp. “The arrival of the ELME grapple magnet means US recyclers now have an innovative tool available for mobile recovery of ferrous scrap.”
•“It is one of the most useful machines that has come to our facility, combining the capability of a grapple and the lifting power of a magnet," says Katie Lechelt, Magnetics Product Manager for Alan Ross Machinery Corp.


Supporting Resources
•Alan Ross Machinery Corp. website: www.alanross.biz
•Alan Ross Machinery Corp. magnetics micro-site: www.scrapmagnets.com

About Alan Ross Machinery Corp: Alan Ross Machinery Corporation has North America's largest inventory of used and new scrap processing and recycling equipment. They offer low prices, new & used equipment sales, professional appraisals, plant-liquidations, auctions and surplus industrial asset management. Alan Ross Machinery also owns many of the equipment items they sell. Alan Ross Machinery supplies the scrap processors, recyclers and waste handlers in over 52 countries with the equipment needed to keep up with the changing market.

About Elme (Almhults El-Mek AB): ÄLMHULTS EL-MEK has been working at the forefront of the electro-mechanical industry since 1955, developing methods and manufacturing machines for environmental and recycling operations. By cooperating closely with customers and end-users they have been able to find technological solutions to a variety of challenges and problems - innovations which in many instances have resulted in patented products.

Monday, August 31, 2009

Test your equipment buying knowledge


How much do you know about the company you're buying from?


Buying recycling machinery: it pays to be cautious.

Its not uncommon for difficult economic conditions to expose business weaknesses.  Current market conditions have shown some vendors of recycling equipment to be unreliable. We've decided its critical to understand key risks associated with purchasing machinery, and educate our customers on ways they can protect themselves against a bad deal.

Let's review a few of the economic hazards:

Non-delivery. Alan Ross Machinery Corporation conducts credit checks, reference checks, takes physical control of some equipment, and often acts as a backstop against non-performance by the seller.  If you pay for machinery you ought to actually receive it.

Bad title. Did you know machinery you purchase could be encumbered? It could be collateral on a loan, subject to a court judgment or tax lien? This is why all equipment over a certain dollar amount is subjected to UCC searches, corporate registration searches and title investigation by our staff and if necessary our outside counsel.  One you've got the machinery, you should be able to keep it.

Under-insurance. Equipment vendors (including brokers) who buy or transport equipment for resale or receive it for reconditioning must actively manage their insurance for appropriate coverage during transport and storage. Alan Ross Machinery's information systems allows us to ensure we maintain adequate insurance coverage for equipment under our control.  Adequate insurance coverage is part of responsible risk management.

Representations and warranties. Equipment, particularly second-hand machinery, can be difficult to assess.  Buy from a company that can demonstrate the equipment, offers a warranty option and has references and a reputation for honest dealings.  Nothing is a bargain if you're dealing with an unethical or irresponsible counter-party.

Most equipment vendors are reputable firms with strong reputations for service and support.  But unusual times call for extra vigilance.  Keep an eye open for bad actors in the equipment marketplace.  Ask industry colleagues about a vendor BEFORE you buy.

Friday, July 24, 2009

Our Website: How to Navigate RossMach.com

How to navigate Alanross.biz

We specialize in buying and selling of used equipment and machinery for the recycling industry. Recently we have added some free tools on our website such as the conversion tool, finance calculator and links to follow us on twitter. This article will discuss ways to navigate http://www.alanross.biz

Menu Navigation

Specials - Here you will find only a small portion of our inventory that we want visitors to take notice of. These specials are always changing. If we are selling a piece of your equipment, for example, we would promote your machinery here.

Sell Your Machinery - As a leader in the industry, we use the latest technology to serve the needs of our clients. We can take your used machinery to an international market within 3-5 days of an exclusive agreement. Click this link for the demo

Latest Listings - Here you will find the latest equipment that has been added to our database. This is the most up-to-date resource for keeping track of our latest offerings - this part of our website is updated in "realtime" as it happens within our office.

Ross Blog – Our Blog is intended to engage our clients with more information about the industry and increase awareness.

Magnets – Portal of new magnets

Twitter – Following us on twitter will ensure your pipeline of information and new product offerings from Alan Ross Machinery.

Videos – This area provides an archive of videos demonstrating the used machines that we sell - great resource to get familiar with the equipment that we buy and sell.

Convertor – Need to convert pressure, weight or volume? Let us do the math for you with this online tool

Financing – Want to get an estimate on financing some equipment? Use this online finance calculator created in partnership with one of our leasing companies.

Listed below are some quick links to common searches on our website:

Used Equipment Categories:

Balers
Briquetters
Cable Stripper
Can Densifiers
Chip Processing Systems
Chip Wringers
Conveyors
Crushers
Drum Crushers
Dust Collectors
Harris Used Equipment
Lindemann Used Equipment
Granulators
Grinders
Hammermill
Magnets
Mills – American Pulverizer
Paper Shredders
Ringmill Crushers
Screens
Separators
Shears
Shredders
Systems

If you have suggestions for our website, please send suggestions to director@alanross.biz