Sortera Technologies, Inc.

Sortera Technologies, based in the US, specializes in innovative automated sorting solutions for automotive shredder metal scrap, enhancing the recovery of valuable metal alloys and promoting efficient recycling processes. Founded in 2020, Sortera Technologies focuses on the automated sorting of metal scrap from end-of-life automobiles. In November 2025, Sortera Technologies, Inc. raised USD 25 million in venture debt funding Trinity Capital Investment.

The round was part of a larger USD 45 million in equity and debt funding. The company operates its headquarters in the United States and has plans to expand operational capabilities. Sortera Technologies specializes in the automated sorting of automotive shredder metal scrap, effectively enhancing the recovery and processing of valuable metal alloys. Their core offering includes highly automated sorting facilities that accurately separate metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, zinc, and stainless steel.

This technology aims to address the growing challenge of efficiently recycling end-of-life automobiles and other products, which generate approximately 25 million tons of scrap annually in the United States. The sorted metals are then provided as feedstocks for domestic manufacturing, catering primarily to industries that require high-quality metal inputs. Sortera serves a diverse clientele, including metal recyclers and manufacturers, primarily operating within the North American market, while also eyeing expansion into other regions as part of their growth strategy. Sortera Technologies generates revenue through its B2B transactions, primarily by offering sorting services to metal recyclers and manufacturers.

Clients engage with the company by utilizing their state-of-the-art sorting facilities, resulting in a streamlined supply chain for high-grade metal alloys. The transaction structure typically involves contractual agreements where clients pay for the volume of scrap processed, effectively creating a predictable revenue stream based on service utilization. Pricing structures are established based on the specifications of the sorting services rendered, with long-term partnerships being a key component of their business model. This arrangement not only supports the company's financial sustainability but also reinforces relationships with clients who benefit from reliable access to sorted metal inputs.

The company plans to utilize the November 2025 funding to build a second processing facility in Tennessee and increase production capacity for recycled aluminum alloys through advanced artificial intelligence sorting technology and multi-sensor systems.