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MetalMatters Library
  Aluminum Can Reclamation Figures
The recovery of used aluminum beverage cans (UBC's) from 1972 - 2006.
  Aluminum Recoveries Chart
Percentage of substances regained from non-ferrous scrap material.
  UBC Moisture Analysis Example
Testing of Used Beverage Cans through sampling to determine the amount of moisture present in the can/load.
  UBC Moisture Sampling & Testing Procedures
The process of testing for the average moisture content throughout the load by random sampling.
 Specifications
  Class Scrap Specifications And Compositions
UBC    
CLASS I - 3004 series: clean, body stock: undecorated cans & cups
CLASS II - 5000 series alloy: ends, spoiled cans & cups, tab stock
CLASS III - 3004 type decorated cans
CLASS IV - 5000 series ends
Deficient Weight Policy
Minimum acceptable shipment weights, deficient weight charges and shipping tolerances.
Excessive UBC Contaminant/Fallout Policy
Loads shipped are expected to be at or below the maximum fallout limits.
  ISRI Specifications 436k pdf
Internationally accepted specifications used throughout the world to trade various commodities.
  Quality Ratings Procedures
Contaminants and their impact to the recycling process.
Shredded UBC Specifications
Specifications for shredded used aluminum beverage cans (UBC's).
  Used Beverage Can Specifications
Specifications for used aluminum beverage cans (UBC's).
 Equipment
Alan Ross Machinery
CP Manufacturing
RE Manufacturing