(There are no more primary lead smelters in the United States.) The recycling process works like this: used batteries are broken open, the lead is extracted and then melted in furnaces and purified with chemicals in the refinery. It’s then poured into molds and sold as new blocks.
Overall, lead smelting is a critical process in the lead battery recycling plant, allowing for the extraction of lead from used batteries and the recycling of this lead for use in new batteries or other industrial applications.
Secondary lead smelting refers to the processing of used lead (like batteries) to extract new lead. If the plants and equipment for this process are not properly constructed to minimize the release of pollutants, lead toxins can often enter the surrounding environment and contaminate soil, water, and food.
The resulting lead is then refined and purified, typically through a process called electrolysis. This involves passing an electric current through the lead to remove any remaining impurities. Once the lead has been extracted from the batteries and refined, it can be used to manufacture new batteries or other lead-based products.
Boliden’s lead smelter in Bergsöe is one of Europe’s biggest recyclers of used lead-acid batteries and as such plays an important part in the metal’s life cycle. At Boliden Bergsöe the lead from 4 million worn-out lead-acid car batteries is recycled every year.
The risks of lead smelting include exposure to lead through inhalation or ingestion of lead dust, particles, or exhaust from the burning process. Workers in lead smelting factories are particularly at risk, as they can be exposed to prolonged and direct inhalation of gaseous emissions and dust.
Abstract Introduction Secondary Lead Smelting as an Integral …
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