ACECO’s Metal Processing & Smelting Operations
High-Performance Smelting Cranes
American Crane & Equipment Corp. manufactures material handling tools for some of the world’s harshest, most demanding industries. Our specialty crane and hoist systems can be found in clean rooms, shipping facilities, aerospace operations, wastewater treatment facilities, and countless other high-performance applications.
We also offer cranes specially designed for metal processing and smelting, which involve high temperatures, heavy loads, and highly corrosive environments. Built to withstand these harsh settings, our smelting cranes offer a range of unique benefits, including anti-sway control, intelligent operating systems, and specially designed-lifting devices.
Industrial Metal Processing & the Smelting Process
The process of smelting plays a vital role in the production of copper, nickel, lead, silver, and iron. These metals are often found with impurities and must be processed before they can be used in industrial applications. The first step in the smelting process involves heating the metal ore with chemical-reducing agents to separate elemental metals from waste elements. These metals are then refined and used in various products.
The primary smelting process involves extracting the primary metal, such as lead, from the ore and refining it for use in different products. This is achieved by combining heat with coke, charcoal, or other reducing agents to purify the metal. Sintering can also be used to remove sulfur through hot air combustion. Additional refining may be necessary for specific applications.
The secondary smelting process is used to recover metals from used objects. For example, secondary lead can be extracted from used lead-acid batteries and reused in different products. This process does not require additional sintering or purification, but high heat and reducing agents are used in specialized furnaces.
Pioneering Smelting Equipment Solutions
High-Performance Cranes for Metal Processing & Smelting from American Crane
Due to the various load-handling challenges and potential dangers involved in smelting operations, American Crane has developed specialized smelter-specific equipment designed to ensure optimal safety and efficiency. Below are a few of our leading smelting solutions.
- High-Capacity Smelting Pot Lid Lifters: These double-girder top-running overhead traveling cranes are equipped with a heavy-duty four-point lift, featuring a rigid mechanical apparatus for precise and synchronized lift without reliance on cables or drums. The machine allows for precise vertical lift, enabling easy raising and transfer of lids to temporary locations.
- Intelligent Smelting Feeding Overhead Cranes: These cranes, used for lifting material feeding buckets, are equipped with sophisticated automation capabilities for high-precision performance, making them especially popular for nickel-iron smelting feeding.
- Anti-Sway Cranes for Smelting Feeding Processes: These cranes are essential for carrying out positioning tasks using a fully automatic spreader. They feature a full range of automatic capabilities, including recognition, hooking, feeding, and bucket changing, ensuring optimal precision. The entire process is fully controlled, monitored, and operated by the machine's own program.
ACECO is committed to transforming smelting operations with cutting-edge solutions that guarantee enhanced safety and efficiency. Our team of seasoned professionals relentlessly works towards perfecting our products to meet the dynamic needs of the industry. We are proud to offer exceptional service and support to our esteemed customers.
Optimizing Efficiency in Smelting Applications
Consult ACECO’s Experts for Your Smelting Equipment Needs
American Crane offers the best material-handling equipment in the industry. We have a wide range of equipment, including ¼-ton hoists and 1,000-ton cranes, and our design and fabrication services are unbeatable. With over 40 years of experience, we confidently provide tailored equipment to meet our client’s needs. We subject all of our machinery to a comprehensive in-house quality assurance program before it leaves our facility, ensuring optimal equipment longevity, safety, and reliability. Our team of in-house overhead crane experts is always available to answer any questions. If you’re looking for smelting equipment or need help with your next project, please get in touch with us today.
