The volume of electronic waste generated globally continues to rise at an unprecedented pace. Discarded batteries, obsolete circuit boards, and end-of-life cables contain valuable metals and materials that can be recovered profitably when processed with the right equipment. For recycling plant operators and investors entering this sector, choosing a reliable technology partner determines both operational efficiency and long-term profitability.
A Trusted Manufacturer Since 2007
San Lan Technologies Co., Ltd. has spent nearly two decades designing, manufacturing, and commissioning recycling machinery for customers across more than 21 countries. Based in Ganzhou, Jiangxi Province, China, the company operates as both an equipment builder and an EPC contractor, delivering everything from single machines to complete turnkey recycling plants.
The engineering team holds master's degrees in mechanical engineering and brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in WEEE recycling processes. This depth of knowledge allows San Lan to offer customized plant layouts, process flow optimization, and one-stop purchasing centers that simplify project execution for international buyers.
Battery Recycling Systems
Batteries represent one of the fastest-growing waste streams, yet they also offer some of the highest metal recovery values.
Lead Acid Battery Recycling
San Lan's lead acid battery recycling equipment processes used lead acid batteries at capacities ranging from 1 to 10 metric tons per hour. The integrated breaking and separation system recovers four distinct product streams: lead grid, lead paste, PVC or PP plastic, and hard rubber. Downstream smelting equipment includes rotary furnaces for paste reduction, blast furnaces with lead recovery rates up to 95%, and refinery kettle furnaces capable of producing 99.999% pure lead. Ancillary systems such as de-sulfurization units, filter presses, water treatment plants, and air pollution control systems ensure the entire line meets environmental compliance standards.
Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
With the surge in electric vehicles and portable electronics, spent lithium-ion batteries have become a critical feedstock. San Lan's lithium battery recycling plant handles 500 to 2,500 kg per hour through a multi-stage process that includes discharging, pre-crushing, secondary granulation, black powder separation, and magnetic separation of ferrous metals. The system recovers black mass containing nickel, cobalt, and graphite, along with separated copper, aluminum, and plastic fractions. Dedicated air pollution control systems absorb and neutralize harmful gases before emission, while pneumatic conveying and hydraulic briquetting equipment handle plastic separator films efficiently.
Circuit Board and Cable Recovery
Printed circuit boards and insulated cables contain concentrated copper values that make them highly attractive for urban mining operations.
San Lan's circuit board recycling equipment covers both dry and wet separation technologies. Dry-process plants with air separators achieve copper powder purity of 96% to 98% at throughputs from 300 kg to 2,000 kg per hour. Wet-separation systems handle larger volumes up to 2,000 kg per hour and can process PCB waste still carrying electronic components. Both configurations incorporate pulse bag dust collectors or cyclone separators to maintain a clean working environment.
For cable processors, the cable recycling equipment line includes scrap cable strippers for diameters from 1.5 mm to 150 mm, compact granulators with dry separators, and high-capacity cable recycling plants. These machines separate copper or aluminum from plastic insulation without using water, fire, or chemicals, yielding clean metal granules ready for smelting or direct sale.
Beyond Standard Machinery
What distinguishes San Lan from catalog equipment vendors is the range of value-added services offered alongside hardware. The company assists customers with sourcing waste feedstock such as cable scrap, PCB scrap, and used lead acid batteries. It also helps market the end products, including copper rice, copper powder, and lead ingots. For clients seeking to build new facilities, San Lan can facilitate introductions to investors and partners interested in recycling plant construction.
Additional product lines include refrigerator and air conditioner recycling plants, CRT cutters, motor stator dismantling equipment, industrial shredders, lamp recycling machines, metal melting furnaces, and even nano ceramic grinding media for mineral processing. This breadth enables San Lan to serve as a single supplier for complex, multi-stream recycling operations.
Project Execution and Global Reach
San Lan has installed equipment in Singapore, Colombia, Vietnam, Mexico, Argentina, Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, South Africa, Tunisia, India, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, the Philippines, Zambia, Israel, and other markets. The team is bilingual in English and Chinese, with practical experience navigating cross-cultural business environments. Every project receives support from initial process design through installation, commissioning, and after-sales technical assistance.
Start Your Recycling Project Today
Whether you need a single piece of lead acid battery recycling equipment or a complete turnkey e-waste processing plant, San Lan Technologies can tailor a solution to your feedstock, capacity, and budget requirements. Contact the team via email at info@san-lan.com or reach out on WhatsApp at +86 139 2377 4083 to discuss your project specifications and receive a detailed proposal.
