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UBC cans
Aluminium used beverage can (UBC) scrap for secondary smelters and can-sheet recyclers. Quoted by preparation (baled, densified, briquetted or shredded) and contamination limits.
- Taldon
- Taldack
- Taldork
- Shredded UBC
- Loose UBC
Specification
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Post-consumer aluminium beverage cans |
| Alloys | Can bodies mainly 3104, lids mainly 5182 |
| Preparation | Loose, baled, densified biscuits, briquettes or shredded |
| Contaminants | Steel cans, plastic, glass, dirt, liquids and other metals |
| Moisture | Free of liquids; moisture recorded at inspection |
| Weight basis | Net weight with agreed deductions for moisture and contamination |
UBC scrap descriptions (ReMA/ISRI)
| Grade | What it means |
|---|---|
| Taldon | Baled UBC, density 14–17 lb/ft³ (up to 22 lb/ft³ if flattened), minimum 30 ft³ per bale. |
| Taldack | Densified UBC biscuits, 35–50 lb/ft³, each biscuit max 60 lb. |
| Taldork | Briquetted UBC, min 50 lb/ft³, bundles max 4,000 lb. |
| Shredded UBC | Shredded cans to an agreed size, magnetically separated. |
| Loose UBC | Uncompacted cans, by agreement for local delivery. |
Packaging
| Format | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Bales | Strapped bales loaded into containers or trucks. |
| Biscuits and briquettes | Banded bundles for dense loading. |
| Shredded bulk | Loose in containers or bulk bags. |
Applications
Secondary aluminium smelting and closed-loop can-sheet recycling.
Frequently asked questions
What does UBC stand for?
Used beverage cans: post-consumer aluminium drink cans collected for recycling.
Why does preparation matter?
Bale density and contamination affect furnace yield and transport cost. Smelters price UBC on preparation as well as weight.
What is the minimum order quantity?
It depends on the product and the lot. The minimum quantity, price and delivery terms are set out in the written quotation.
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