Mission

All over the world, SMS group stands for future-oriented technology and outstanding service in plant construction and mechanical engineering for the metals industry. We use our 150 years of experience and our unique expertise in metallurgy, industrial processes, and digitalization to create new perspectives for our industry through continuous innovation – also beyond our core business. We are the right partner for challenging projects and consistently harness new potential for our customers throughout the entire life cycle of their plant and equipment.

In doing so, we lay the foundation for aligning value creation, sustainability, and responsibility – and we work with our partners to fulfill our role as a pioneer on the road to a sustainable and carbon-neutral metals industry. As a global player with German roots and a family of more than 14,400 employees, we take our responsibility for our industry and for society as a whole seriously.

E-waste, battery and catalyst recycling

Treasures to be recovered

Electronic waste (WEEE), batteries, and catalysts from the "urban mine" contain significant quantities of metals such as steel, aluminum, copper, and precious elements like gold, silver, and palladium. Despite their potential value, only a fraction is formally collected and recycled, with much ending in landfills, posing environmental and health risks. SMS group’s technology, including pyro- and hydrometallurgical solutions, addresses the complex metallurgical challenges of recycling WEEE, batteries or catalysts, ensuring high recovery rates and environmental soundness.