A revolutionary new technology using AI is turning waste aluminum into a lucrative business opportunity. Sortera’s system unlocks billions of dollars by identifying different aluminum grades with astounding accuracy, solving one of the recycling industry’s biggest challenges. The company has developed an AI-powered system that identifies aluminum alloys within milliseconds, exceeding traditional sorting methods. This breakthrough translates into real-world cash flow as Sortera tackles America’s aluminum scrap problem, a sector currently riddled with inefficiency and waste. 80% of US aluminum used for manufacturing ends up in the recycling bin. However, traditional methods prove slow, energy-intensive, and often lack accuracy. Sortera has solved this bottleneck by offering an ultra-fast and efficient solution: sorting mixed aluminum scrap into various grades through its AI-powered system with high speed cameras and lasers, achieving 95% sorting accuracy. This technology is already turning a new tide in automotive recycling, as Sortera’s plant receives shredded aluminum from millions of automobiles, then returns the sorted material to automotive assembly lines. This process has been lauded by auto manufacturers around the globe for its efficiency. This success story goes hand-in-hand with Sortera’s profitability, which became a reality in August 2025, operating just one plant in Indiana. Their secret? Precise technology and a high margin structure, allowing them to achieve significant profits and become cash flow positive within months. The company is now expanding its reach with new funding and construction of a second plant near Nashville, Tennessee. This expansion aims to replicate the success of the Indiana facility and significantly expand their capabilities. The future for Sortera is bright, as they are not only revolutionizing aluminum recycling but also exploring other metal categories like copper and titanium. Sortera’s technology has the potential to transform the global recycling landscape, creating new revenue streams and environmental benefits in a rapidly evolving market.