Project number
26038
Organization
Logemann Brothers Company
Offering
ENGR498-F2025-S2026
Project Title: DENSITY MATTERS: Optimizing Aluminum Scrap Bale Density Through Equipment Design and Remelt Analysis
This capstone project proposes a partnership between Logemann—an industry leader in scrap processing equipment with over 140 years of manufacturing legacy—and the University of Arizona College of Engineering to analyze and optimize aluminum bale density for remelt efficiency. Students will work directly with Logemann’s engineering team and participating foundries to measure the impact of bale density on yield, dross formation, energy consumption, carbon output, and transportation efficiency. A key focus of the project will be the mechanical review and design modification of existing Logemann balers to produce the highest density, highest throughput aluminum bales possible. The team will evaluate structural and hydraulic parameters to improve compaction force and material flow. Results will support the development of an industry-validated density standard and contribute to circular manufacturing goals. The project offers students real-world experience in applied mechanical design, sustainability metrics, and industrial process optimization.
This capstone project proposes a partnership between Logemann—an industry leader in scrap processing equipment with over 140 years of manufacturing legacy—and the University of Arizona College of Engineering to analyze and optimize aluminum bale density for remelt efficiency. Students will work directly with Logemann’s engineering team and participating foundries to measure the impact of bale density on yield, dross formation, energy consumption, carbon output, and transportation efficiency. A key focus of the project will be the mechanical review and design modification of existing Logemann balers to produce the highest density, highest throughput aluminum bales possible. The team will evaluate structural and hydraulic parameters to improve compaction force and material flow. Results will support the development of an industry-validated density standard and contribute to circular manufacturing goals. The project offers students real-world experience in applied mechanical design, sustainability metrics, and industrial process optimization.