• Shaikh Mohammad Shahrukh
• Prof. S. V. Murkute
• Prof. S. S. Kamble

The increasing demand for efficient recycling and waste management has led to the development of automated sorting technologies. Manual separation of metals and nonmetals is time-consuming, error-prone, and often hazardous to workers, creating a need for a reliable automated solution. This project presents the design and implementation of a metal and non-metal sorting conveyor belt system that integrates sensors, microcontrollers, and actuators for real-time classification of materials. The system is designed to detect metallic objects using inductive sensors, while optical or capacitive sensors are employed for identifying nonmetallic materials. Once identified, objects are automatically diverted into separate bins through a conveyor-based mechanism, eliminating human intervention and improving process efficiency. The proposed system not only reduces operational costs but also enhances sorting accuracy and speed, making it highly suitable for industrial automation, recycling plants, and waste management facilities. The project utilizes a programmable control unit for synchronization of the conveyor, sensors, and sorting actuators, ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software. Experimental results demonstrate that the system is capable of achieving consistent performance in distinguishing between metal and nonmetal objects of varying shapes and sizes. Furthermore, the modular design makes the system scalable and adaptable for diverse industrial applications.

Metal sorting, Non-metal detection, Conveyor belt system, Microcontroller-based automation, Real-time sorting, Industrial waste management.

"METAL & NONMETAL SORTING CONVEYER BELT", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 10, page no.d650-d654, October-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2510384.pdf

"METAL & NONMETAL SORTING CONVEYER BELT", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 10, page no. ppd650-d654, October-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2510384.pdf