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At Australasian Smelter Services and Supply (ASSS), we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive production solutions for the global smelting industry. Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of Copper Cathode Collector Bars (CCCBs) from precision machining and assembly to innovative recycling processes.
We specialise in deep hole drilling, robotic machining and cast iron production, ensuring our components meet the highest industry standards for performance, durability and sustainability. Through our proprietary processes, we recover copper from spent CCCBs and recycle steel into cast iron for Cathode Sealing and Anode Roding and anode block sealing. By integrating advanced technologies and sustainable practices, we provide cost-efficient solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining operational excellence in smelting operations worldwide.
We specialise in deep hole drilling of steel bars for the precise insertion of copper bars, ensuring optimal fit and alignment for Copper Cathode Collector Bars (CCCBs). With CNC and conventional drilling capabilities, we can handle workpieces up to 16 tonnes and drill diameters ranging from 2mm to 152mm. Our deep hole drilling process ensures the accuracy required for high-performance smelting operations, delivering reliable and efficient results for our clients.
Precision Deep Drilling
Our deep hole drilling process ensures precise alignment and fit of copper bars into steel, critical for optimal performance in smelting operations.
High-Capacity Handling
We handle workpieces up to 16 tonnes, providing customised deep hole drilling solutions for large-scale smelter components and ensuring reliable results.
Versatile Drilling Options
Our CNC and conventional drilling capabilities allow for on- and off-centre drilling, offering flexibility and precision to meet various smelting application requirements.
Accurate Copper Insertion
We ensure precise copper bar insertion into steel bars, maintaining tight tolerances for superior electrical conductivity and durability in Copper Cathode Collector Bars (CCCBs).
We utilise advanced robotic systems to manage the drilling, machining and cleaning of Copper Cored Cathode Bars (CCCBs), ensuring precision, efficiency and consistency in production. The automated process increases productivity and reduces human error, allowing for accurate handling of heavy steel bars. This robotic management enhances occupational safety and ensures the highest quality standards in the production of smelter components.
Automated Precision Drilling
Our robotic systems ensure precise and consistent drilling for CCCBs, minimising errors and maintaining exact tolerances for superior performance in smelting applications.
Efficient Machining Processes
Robotics streamline the machining of CCCBs, significantly improving productivity and reducing downtime while delivering high-quality, accurate results for large-scale production demands.
Enhanced Cleaning Accuracy
The automated cleaning process ensures that all CCCBs are free from debris and imperfections, guaranteeing optimal conductivity and performance in smelting operations.
Improved Occupational Safety
Robotic systems handle heavy steel bars with ease, reducing manual labour risks and creating a safer working environment, while maintaining high-quality control standards.
We specialise in recovering copper from spent Copper Cathode Collector Bars (CCCBs). We extract copper from spent collector bars, refining it to 99.99% purity for use in the production of new copper rods or for resale as high-purity copper and recycling the remaining steel into high-quality cast iron. This cast iron is then used for cathode and anode block sealing. Our innovative process not only reduces waste but also eliminates the need for purchasing Pig Iron or Cast Iron, providing sustainable and cost-efficient solutions for smelting operations.
Copper Recovery Process
We efficiently recover copper from spent CCCBs, ensuring minimal waste and providing sustainable material solutions for smelting operations, reducing the need for new copper resources.
Steel Recycling Innovation
After copper recovery, the remaining steel is repurposed into cast iron, reducing waste and creating a valuable resource for further use in smelting applications.
Cast Iron Production
Our process converts recycled steel into high-quality cast iron, which is used for cathode and anode block sealing, ensuring durability and performance in smelter operations.
Sustainable Cost Efficiency
By recycling materials, we eliminate the need for purchasing Pig Iron or Cast Iron, reducing overall operational costs and supporting environmentally responsible practices in the smelting industry.
Our Finished Copper Cathode Collector Bars (CCCBs) are expertly manufactured to meet precise tolerances for optimal performance in smelting operations. With a copper core and high-grade steel construction, CCCBs ensure efficient electrical conductivity and durability, enhancing overall smelter productivity and longevity.
Our Cathode Block Processes and Sealing Operations ensure precision and durability in smelting applications. Using high-quality cast iron, we provide robust sealing solutions that enhance performance, reduce maintenance needs and extend the lifespan of cathode blocks in smelting operations.
For over two decades, our partners have been supplying high-quality raw materials to aluminium smelters and supporting secondary aluminium operations, including casting, rolling, and extrusion.
With global aluminium production on the rise, ASSS is well-positioned to meet the growing demands of the industry. Our extensive experience and advanced materials enable us to support both smelter clients and manufacturers of innovative products used in aluminium production.
Our company has been a key supplier of raw materials to aluminium smelters for over two decades, also supporting secondary aluminium operations such as casting, rolling, and extrusion.
Aluminium production in the industry has expanded significantly in recent years, as both local and international aluminium groups have capitalized on attractive energy costs. With our long-established presence and the provision of high-quality, technically advanced materials, we are well-positioned to meet the demands of this dynamic market.
Delivering precision, sustainability and expertise for global smelting operations and related industries.
