In research laboratories, small-scale equipment makes it possible to simulate the operating conditions of an industrial plant and collect technical data before investing in large-scale machinery. The use of a laboratory electrostatic separator, such as those in the StokkermilLab range, allows for the evaluation of separation quality between materials, the analysis of particle size influence, the optimization of process parameters, and the reduction of risks in industrial design. These small-scale tests help accurately predict the behavior of materials in real plants, making the research process more efficient and safer.
Electrostatic separation is based on differences in electrical conductivity between materials. When particles are exposed to a controlled electrostatic field, conductive materials respond differently from non-conductive (insulating) ones. Thanks to the advanced control systems of StokkermilLab separators, it is possible to adjust key process parameters such as electrode angle, splitter flap position, and vibrating table frequency. This enables highly accurate separation, even between materials with very similar physical properties, such as plastic granules and metal fractions—typical streams in industrial recycling processes.
StokkermilLab laboratory electrostatic separators are widely used in sectors such as cable recycling and copper recovery, WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) processing, separation of engineering plastics and composite materials, and recovery of metals from mixed fractions. Tests carried out with this equipment allow operators to assess the industrial feasibility of recycling processes and support engineers and researchers in developing more efficient and sustainable material recovery solutions.
StokkermilLab laboratory electrostatic separators are essential tools for universities, R&D centers, and companies involved in recycling technology development. Thanks to precise testing capabilities and the possibility to simulate different operating conditions, these systems enable the design of more efficient and sustainable separation processes. Discover the full range of laboratory equipment and request a demo on the dedicated StokkermilLab laboratory machines page.
