Metallstycken

Metallstycken is a Swedish term used to describe metal pieces or fragments that are processed, stored, or recycled as raw material in metalworking and related industries. The category covers a wide range of forms produced by manufacturing processes or recovered from end-of-life products, including chips, filings, ingots, bars, rods, sheets, cables, and powders.

Common materials include steel, aluminum, copper, brass, zinc, titanium, and other alloys. Forms range from small shavings and dust to larger blocks and plates, and metallstycken are typically sorted by metal type and quality before reuse.

Industrial handling involves collection, separation by metal type, and consolidation or shredding. In recycling, metallstycken are melted, refined, and alloyed as needed to restore material properties. Purity, particle size, and contamination influence processing routes and end-use applications.

Possible applications include feedstock for foundries and rolling mills, input for casting and machining, and components in construction, electronics, and automotive manufacturing. Using metallstycken supports circular material flows and reduces the demand for virgin ores.

Quality control focuses on purity, alloy content, and contamination levels, while safety considerations address sharp edges, dust, and corrosion risks. Proper storage and handling minimize health hazards and environmental impact.

See also: scrap metal, recycling, alloy, foundry, metalworking.