Automatic Metal And Non-Metal Product Detection And Sorting System Using Conveyor Belt

Abstract

In recent years, sorting of scrap material using various automated techniques has gained a lot of focus. One of the multiple steps in the recycling of ferrous & non-ferrous metals is the separation of shredded material into different groups. In our project, we propose the concept of “Metal & Non-Metal shorting using metal Detector”. The developed automated sorting machine can incorporate flexibility and separate pieces of nonmetal object and at the same time move object automatically to the bucket as define buy the regulation of the micro controller with a capacitive proximity sensor to detect a value rang of object. The result obtained shows that metal and nonmetal were sorted in to their respective and correct position with a good average time. The projected system involves Arduino Pro Mini, SMPS, Relay. sensing element, IR sensor, Proximity sensor, Servo motor, Gear motor, for sensing product exactly. This project is useful in automobile industries, steel plants and industry for separation of metal and non-metal element in the industry on a large basis. It can also be used for waste management so also beneficial for the environment.