Autocatalyst Recycling
Catalytic converters are essential for reducing automotive air pollution, utilizing precious metals such as platinum, palladium, and rhodium. The demand for auto-catalysts combined with the high cost of precious metals highlight the need for effective recycling of spent converters. Tenova boasts an extensive reference list of Electric Arc Furnaces (EAFs) and Top Blown Rotary Converters (TBRCs) utilized for primary and secondary processing of materials, including concentrates, copper scrap, spent auto-catalysts, and e-waste.
Overview
Catalytic converters play a critical role in reducing air pollution from automobiles. These components contain precious metals such as platinum, palladium, and rhodium, which are essential for reducing harmful emissions. Auto-catalysts have become one of the largest consumers of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) for their production. The increasing demand for PGMs in auto-catalysts and other industrial applications combined with their high cost have presented a significant opportunity for recycling of spent catalytic converters.
Tenova Pyromet stands as a leading technology provider for EAFs and TBRCs which are suitable for smelting and converting a variety of primary and secondary raw materials, including concentrates, copper scrap, spent auto-catalysts and e-waste.
