Commodity
Electric motor scrap
Industrial AC and DC motors held for copper recovery.
Trade overview
Specified for real-world processing
Electric motors form a flagship specialist category for Bergent. We seek to source industrial AC and DC motors — including large copper-wound industrial motors, three-phase commercial units, and mixed motor scrap — from European decommissioning projects, industrial processors, and authorised recycling networks. Material is supplied to Pakistani buyers, foundries, and metal processors who recover copper windings and ferrous content through established processing. Shipments discharge at Karachi KPT or Port Qasim.
- Principal destination
- Pakistan (Karachi KPT / Port Qasim)
- Typical shipment format
- 20 ft / 40 ft container
- Sourcing markets targeted
- Europe, UK, US, Middle East
Material in view
Motor value sits inside the assembly
Scale, motor type, casing material and visible condition all affect how a mixed lot is understood. Wide and close views are useful together.
Yard view
Mixed units need representative coverage
A full-lot view gives buyers context on size distribution, casing condition and the mix of industrial units present.
Commercial context
The material record follows the lot
Photographs, estimated weight and equipment descriptions should stay aligned as a motor lot moves into commercial review.
Trade specification
Grades we trade
| Grade / ISRI code | Specification |
|---|---|
| Large Industrial Motors | High-voltage AC induction motors, typically above 10 kW, copper-wound stators; recoverable copper and ferrous content subject to buyer's assessment. |
| Commercial AC Motors | Single and three-phase AC motors from industrial equipment; mixed sizes and ratings; copper winding content varies by motor rating. |
| DC Motors | Brushed and brushless DC motors from industrial drives and machinery; copper winding content varies by rating and manufacturer. |
| Mixed Motor Scrap | Assorted motors of mixed types and sizes; copper and ferrous content determined by the buyer's assessment prior to processing. |
At destination
Applications
Illustrative end use
Copper winding extraction and recovery by metal processors
Illustrative end use
Ferrous frame and casing recovery for steel mills
Illustrative end use
Aluminium rotor and housing recovery
Recovery context
Assemblies separate into recoverable metal streams
Copper windings, ferrous frames and other recoverable components are assessed through the receiving processor's established methods.
Shipping and terms
Packaging and logistics
Packaging
Loose-stowed in 20 ft or 40 ft containers. Larger industrial motors may require flat-rack or open-top containers depending on size and weight. Typical load is 10–18 tonnes per 20 ft box depending on motor size and density.
Incoterms available
- FOB
Free On Board
Risk and cost transfer to the buyer once the goods are placed on board the vessel at the named loading port.
- CFR
Cost and Freight
Seller pays freight to the destination port. Risk transfers to the buyer at the loading port.
- CIF
Cost, Insurance and Freight
Seller pays freight and marine insurance to the destination port. Risk transfers at the loading port.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
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Send the grade, approximate tonnage and location for Electric motor scrap. A Bergent trader will review the details and respond directly.