Both grapples and magnets are used in scrap handling — but they serve different operational goals.

Mechanical Grapples

• Require physical grip

• Better for non-ferrous or bulky objects

• Slower cycle time for loose scrap

Excavator Magnets

• Instant magnetic pickup

• Ideal for ferrous scrap

• Faster loading cycles

• Better for mixed and irregular material

Magnets reduce repositioning effort and improve pickup density, especially in demolition sites where scrap is scattered.

For operations primarily handling ferrous materials, electromagnets provide superior cycle efficiency and lower handling complexity.