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Our Briquetters

From compact industrial machines to high-capacity foundry systems, find the right starting point for your metal recovery operation.

MAKING MACHINES THAT MAKE SCRAP PAY

Turn loose metal scrap
into dense, manageable value.

ARS hydraulic briquetters compact metal chips, turnings, filings, and clippings into briquettes. The right machine can help recover cutting fluids, reduce scrap volume, and simplify material handling.

We start with your material and processing requirements, then help match the equipment and options to your operation.

Explore the potential revenue
ARS600 briquetting system with an optional infeed conveyor
Individual machines. Integrated recovery systems.

SEE THE PROCESS

Briquetting in action.

Watch ARS’s overview of scrap metal briquetting, then explore the models and supporting equipment for your own operation.

How Scrap Metal Briquetters Maximize Your Bottom Line — Applied Recovery Systems. Equipment configurations and material results vary by application.

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INDUSTRIAL SERIES

Recovery that fits
your shop floor.

Compact machines with heavy-duty frames, integrated fluid handling options, and the flexibility to support machining and metal processing operations.

INDUSTRIAL SERIES

RST250

A compact industrial briquetter for operations with lower throughput requirements.

RST250 briquetter layout illustration
10 hp motor2.75 × 3" briquette size

Maximum stated capacity

Aluminum
250 lb/hr
Cast iron / steel
500 lb/hr
Brass / copper
750 lb/hr
INDUSTRIAL SERIES

RST1000

Greater processing capacity for operations with higher volumes of metal scrap.

RST1000 briquetter layout illustration
40 hp motor3.5 × 3.5" briquette size

Maximum stated capacity

Aluminum
800 lb/hr
Cast iron / steel
1,600 lb/hr
Brass / copper
2,400 lb/hr

Capacities depend on material and input density. Scrap sample testing helps determine expected throughput. Illustrations may show optional equipment.

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FOUNDRY SERIES

Built for higher
production demands.

Higher-capacity briquetters for foundry and scrap processing applications, with hydraulic system features and tooling options suited to demanding operations.

FOUNDRY SERIES

RST1500

The starting point in the Foundry Series for larger-volume scrap recovery.

RST1500 briquetter layout illustration
40 hp motor4.5 × 4.5" briquette size

Maximum stated capacity

Aluminum
1,500 lb/hr
Cast iron / steel
3,000 lb/hr
Brass / copper
4,500 lb/hr
FOUNDRY SERIES

RST2000

Increased throughput for foundries and industrial metal processing operations.

RST2000 briquetter layout illustration
60 hp motor4.5 × 4.5" briquette size

Maximum stated capacity

Aluminum
2,000 lb/hr
Cast iron / steel
4,000 lb/hr
Brass / copper
6,000 lb/hr
FOUNDRY SERIES

RST2500

Higher production capacity with a 75 hp motor and Foundry Series features.

RST2500 briquetter layout illustration
75 hp motor4.5 × 4.5" briquette size

Maximum stated capacity

Aluminum
2,500 lb/hr
Cast iron / steel
5,000 lb/hr
Brass / copper
7,500 lb/hr
FOUNDRY SERIES

RST3000

A high-capacity foundry briquetter with a 5-inch briquette diameter.

RST3000 briquetter layout illustration
125 hp motor5 × 5" briquette size

Maximum stated capacity

Aluminum
3,000 lb/hr
Cast iron / steel
6,000 lb/hr
Brass / copper
8,500 lb/hr
FOUNDRY SERIES

RST4000

The largest model in this range, with a 6-inch briquette diameter.

RST4000 briquetter layout illustration
125 hp motor6 × 6" briquette size

Maximum stated capacity

Aluminum
4,000 lb/hr
Cast iron / steel
8,000 lb/hr
Brass / copper
11,000 lb/hr

Start with your material.

Choosing a machine involves more than a capacity figure. Tell us about your scrap, required throughput, and available space.

Discuss your application

Maximum stated capacities are application dependent. Layout drawings are representative and can change with custom infeed, discharge, or other equipment options.

FROM APPLICATION TO EQUIPMENT

A system built around your process.

Bring us your scrap type, volume, and recovery goals. We can help evaluate the material and plan the equipment around your operation.

Understand your material

Metal type, chip shape, input density, and fluid content help determine the right briquetting approach.

Plan the complete process

Conveyors, crushers, shredders, and fluid recovery options can be integrated with your briquetter.

Support your operation

Parts, service, and technical assistance help support your ARS equipment after installation.