Metal briquetting machines built for uptime and rapid ROI

Our proven briquetting systems are engineered to recover value, reduce waste, and perform reliably in demanding production environments. 

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RUF Briquetting machines are known for uptime, performance, and payback.

With modular equipment sizing, extensive lab testing, and seamless integration options, RUF helps shops of all sizes implement metal briquetting.

  • Our machines pay for themselves in as little as 12 months.  
  • Briquetting systems are tailored for each customer’s materials, volume, and output, to ensure business goals are met.    
  • U.S.-based service team and extensive parts inventory ensures fast service, so uptime stays up.     
  • RUF machines make the densest, highest quality briquettes so you can get more value from resale or reuse.     
  • Vertically integrated design and manufacturing ensures top quality and dependable operation.     
  • Recover up to 97% of expensive fluids  (including both water- and oil-based coolants), saving companies like a major US automaker a projected $1M annually.     
  • Metal machines can produce up to 72,000 PSI into the mold, which competitors can’t match.
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RUF Metal Series

Machines are designed for 24/7 operation, with small maintenance intervals.

The Metal Series of machines are proven to: 

  • Increase scrap value, with zero binders or additives    
  • Shrink waste to a fraction of its original size 
  • Reduce manual labor
  • Improve safety and compliance 
  • Integrate easily into production lines   

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Formika technical specifications

Volume of materials
AluminumUp to 80 lbs/hour
SteelUp to 220 lbs/hour
Cast IronUp to 220 lbs/hour
Magnesium110 to 350+ lbs/hour
Briquette sizes

Briquette size (length is variable)

50mm diameter

RUF Formika

Turn even small volumes of scrap into revenue with this compact briquetting system for aluminum or steel. 

Volume of materials
AluminumUp to 80 lbs/hour
SteelUp to 220 lbs/hour
Cast IronUp to 220 lbs/hour
Magnesium110 to 350+ lbs/hour
  • Ideal for small machining centers: Processes up to 80 lbs/h for aluminum and up to 140 lbs/h for steel. 
  • Mobile: Move RUF Formika between equipment as needed.
  • Flexible: Use as a standalone machine or integrate easily with existing equipment such as Swiss turning machines and lathes.
  • Compact: Its small footprint fits into existing operations, and allows you to eliminate bins of waste, freeing up precious floor space.
  • Lower cost: With smaller size comes a smaller price tag. We’re pleased to offer a cost-effective machine that can serve even more customers.
Briquette sizes

Briquette size (length is variable)

50mm diameter

Formika Technical specifications

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Peripheral equipment

RUF can also provide you with equipment to augment your metal briquetting machine.

  • Conveyors
  • Silos
  • Storage hoppers
  • Lift and tip devices

What is the cost of RUF briquetting machines?

Our smallest metal machine, Formika, starts at $60,000. Our metal series machines start at $105,000.

Industries using metal briquetting

Aviation
Defense
Scrap recycling
Aerospace
Medical hardware
Transmission and gear grinding
Consumer products
OEM and Tier 1 automotive manufacturing
Wire and cable suppliers

Preventative maintenance & U.S. based support

We’ll ensure you have maximum uptime for years of reliable operations. Explore maintenance plans and secure exclusive savings.

Test your metal before investing in a machine

Start with free, no-obligation lab testing to confirm suitability and briquette quality, giving you peace of mind before making a decision.

How are metal briquettes made? 

Metal briquettes are made of two things: Metal and pressure. That’s it. A RUF metal briquetting machine hydraulically presses the metal byproducts under high pressure to create a dense, high quality product.  

Step 1

Metal shavings or chips are moved to a pre-charging chamber by a screw conveyor. 

Step 2

A pre-charger presses the material into the main pressing chamber.

Step 3

Cutting fluids are removed.

Step 4

The main pressing ram compresses the material into the mold and forms the briquette into its final shape and density.

Step 5

Briquettes are pushed out of the machine one at a time.