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Magnetic Head Pulley Separates Blue Metal From Recycled Decorative Stones

When it comes to efficient and cost-effective magnetic separation in recycling, MSA Magnetics continues to deliver innovative solutions. One recent challenge involved a customer needing to separate weakly magnetic blue metal from non-magnetic recycled decorative stone, a task that conventional magnetic systems struggled to handle.

The Challenge: Separating Blue Metal from Decorative Stone

The customer’s recycling station was already equipped with a conveyor system, and they needed a solution that could do the following:

  • Reliably separate blue metal from non-magnetic stone
  • Operate without slowing down the conveyor
  • Fit seamlessly into their existing setup
  • Be affordable and low-maintenance

Conventional ceramic ferrite magnetic pulleys were not up to the task. These systems lack the magnetic strength to hold and retain weakly magnetic materials like blue metal, especially at higher belt speeds.

The Solution: MSA Rare Earth Magnetic Head Pulley

MSA Magnetics recommended our Rare Earth Magnetic Head Pulley, which features high-intensity rare earth circuitry specifically designed for demanding separation tasks. Unlike standard ceramic options, our rare earth magnetic pulleys can:

  • Hold, retain, and release blue metal effectively
  • Maintain full conveyor speed without performance loss
  • Fit into existing conveyor systems with minimal modification

This made the MSA Magnetic Head Pulley the perfect solution for separating blue metal from decorative stone in a high-throughput recycling environment.

Watch the Magnetic Head Pulley in Action. You can see how our magnetic head pulley cleanly separates blue metal from non-magnetic stone in real time.

Why Choose MSA Magnetic Head Pulleys?

  • High-performance rare earth magnets for superior separation
  • Custom-built or retrofit options to suit your conveyor
  • Australian-made and engineered for tough conditions
  • Environmentally friendly—reduce waste and improve material recovery

Whether you’re upgrading your recycling line or building a new one, MSA can supply a complete magnetic head pulley or convert your existing pulley to rare earth strength—saving you money and reducing environmental impact.

Applications Beyond Decorative Stone 

Our magnetic head pulleys are ideal for a wide range of applications, including: 

  • Construction and demolition recycling 
  • Glass and ceramics recovery 
  • Scrap metal processing 
  • Quarry and mining operations 
  • E-waste and electronics recycling 

If you’re searching for magnetic separation equipment for recycling, blue metal separation solutions, or magnetic conveyor pulleys, MSA Magnetics has the expertise and products to help. 

Contact MSA Magnetics Today 

Looking for a reliable way to separate blue metal from recycled stone or improve your magnetic separation process? Contact the team at MSA Magnetics, your trusted source for force. 

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