"Scrap license plates" refer to license plates from decommissioned vehicles, incomplete or damaged plates, and plates recovered during vehicle transfer or ownership change procedures. The proper disposal of end-of-life license plates is a growing global concern. Typically made from durable aluminum or steel, these plates must be handled responsibly. Ineffective disposal not only wastes valuable metal resources but also poses a significant security risk, as intact plates can be retrieved and used for fraud or cloning. Utilizing professional shredding equipment is the definitive solution, serving a dual purpose: it prepares the material for efficient recycling, promoting a circular economy, and it permanently destroys the plate's identity, preventing any possibility of misuse.
Shredding in License Plates Destruction&Recycling Standard Process
A professional and secure destruction process typically follows three key stages to ensure both security and resource recovery:
- Sorting & Pre-treatment: Plates are sorted by material and type, with seal screws removed and surfaces cleaned.
- Primary Shredding: Plates are fragmented into small pieces using industrial shredders, permanently destroying all identification marks and structural integrity.
- Melting & Recycling: The shredded metal is transported to smelters to be remelted into raw materials, completing the resource cycle.
Note: new energy vehicle plates with embedded chips require an additional step of chip removal and destruction to prevent data leakage.
This rigorous process ensures both complete security and maximum resource recovery. GEP ECOTECH's shredding solutions are engineered to meet the demands of the crucial primary size reduction stage, providing the reliability and security required for such operations.
Ideal Solution: GEP ECOTECH Double-Shaft Shredders
Based on our successful collaboration with a Southeast Asian client for their scrap license plate processing needs, the GEP ECOTECH GD5 Double-Shaft Shredder has demonstrated outstanding performance in this specialized application. Engineered for durability and efficiency, the machine incorporates high-alloy steel cutters and a reinforced main shaft that withstands intense operational demands, significantly extending equipment service life while reducing maintenance requirements. The intelligent auto-reverse system effectively prevents jamming incidents, ensuring maximum operational uptime and lower long-term maintenance costs. Operating at an optimal 14-18 rpm with high torque output, the GD5 consistently processes multiple plates simultaneously into uniform fragments of around 5cm, perfectly meeting security destruction standards while creating ideal material for subsequent recycling processes. This robust shredding solution combines advanced safety features with proven reliability, delivering exceptional value for scrap metal processing operations seeking to enhance both security and resource recovery outcomes.
Proven Global Expertise in Metal Recycling
GEP ECOTECH delivers proven metal recycling solutions worldwide. Our projects include sensitive fighter aircraft components destruction in the Middle East, 30mm-thick copper plate processing in China, and complete aluminum recycling systems in North America. This diverse experience demonstrates our capability to handle various metal types while meeting both standard recycling and high-security destruction requirements across different regions and applications.
Building on this proven track record, GEP ECOTECH is your expert partner for integrated size-reduction systems, offering both standalone Scrap Metal Shredders and complete Metal Recycling Lines. Any inquiries on scrap license plate recycling or other metal recycling machines, please feel free to contact GEP ECOTECH.
