The flow chart illustrates the process of how aluminum cans are recycled.
Overall, it is clear that the process of recycling aluminum cans can be divided into two main sets of stages: those in the chemical treatment and those in forming. In order to recycle cans, aluminum, chemicals, and water are needed. The flow chart shows that the process requires relatively little specialized equipment, including a crusher, oven, and rolling machine. Altogether, the process requires six weeks to be completed.
Firstly, waste is delivered to the deposit where it passes through water treatment to be cleaned. Secondly, used cans are crushed, after which a process is involved where they are mixed and treated with chemicals.
After the chemical treatment has been done, the aluminum substance is heated and formed in a mold. Eventually, once aluminum cans are weighed, they can be wrapped in a roller.
Following this, the actual recycling of cans takes place.