Types of Shredders and Their Uses: Matching Shredder Types to Materials

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Breaking materials down can make them more manageable and easier to process. This is particularly important in industries like the recycling industry, where large amounts of materials need to be processed. There are various types of shredders available, and different types are better suited for different materials and sites. 

The type of shredder you choose will impact your site’s efficiency and productivity. Industrial shredders are designed to handle very large volumes of materials, making them essential for businesses with high processing needs. Selecting the right model can minimise downtime, reduce maintenance costs and enhance overall workflow by ensuring that materials are handled quickly and effectively.

What Are Industrial Shredders? Why This Machinery Is Essential For The Waste Management & Recycling Sector

The primary purpose of industrial shredders is to reduce the sizes of materials, generally for recycling and waste management and also to produce a saleable product from the waste stream (eg: Hog Fuel, Calf Bedding, Concrete, Aggregates, etc). This machinery uses either rotors (High Speed Shredders), or shredding shafts (Medium and Slow Speed Shredders) to efficiently get the job done while maximising results. Conveyors on the Shredder are essential for enhancing shredding efficiency by ensuring consistent material movement and distribution, avoiding blockages.

What kind of shredder should you choose? A few key types of shredders used in New Zealand include the following:

Tracked Mobile Shredders. These shredders are mobile and mounted on tracks for on-site material processing and flexibility. The mobility makes it easier to maneuver this machinery into ideal positions on worksites. These shredders are ideal for demolition projects, construction sites and remote areas where material transportation is limited and more difficult. 

These shredders are designed to be able to handle difficult terrain while offering consistent, reliable material shredding. Businesses generally choose these kinds of shredders to process wood waste, demolition debris and other site-specific materials. 

Shredders with High-Level Feeders. Typically these are Slow Speed shredders which feature an elevated, tipping feeder which increases the feed area and enables the operator to load larger volumes of materials for shredding. Hopper extensions can also be added to increase material capacity.  When handling large amounts of bulky materials, like general waste, these shredders are often chosen. The double shafts featured in most Terex Slow Speed Shredders help to optimise material flow and reduce clogging risks, keeping your site’s operations streamlined. 

Slow Speed Shredders that feature high-level feeders are often used for high-volume waste and bulky recyclables. The innovative design of this machinery makes it less likely for large amounts of waste to clog the machine or cause disruptions to your work.

High Speed Shredders with Low-Level Feeders. These industrial shredders utilise low-level feeders for easy loading of materials. A low-level feeder makes it far simpler to manage material throughput, which is particularly important if you have large amounts of material to be processed. It also enables a wider range of equipment able to feed the Shredder (eg: smaller excavators/handlers and loaders). The Terex range of High Speed Shredders also feature an open fronted feeder, enabling material to be fed into the Shredder quickly and easily from the rear.

How To Choose Your Industrial Shredder Type Based On The Materials You Need To Process

It’s essential that you understand the best Shredder for the types of materials you will need to process before you choose to hire or buy your industrial shredder. What kinds of materials will you be processing on your site and what sizing is your desired end product? Commonly managed materials include construction debris and wood.

Keep the following tips in mind as you look through your options:

  • Consider tracked mobile shredders for on-site flexibility. If you know your shredder will need to be moved around on your site, then choose machinery with tracks or tyres. This will make it easier to move your shredder around without hassle.
  • Choose slow speed shredders if you are processing large amounts of bulky materials.  Slow Speed shredders with high-level tipping feeders are ideal when you need to process very large amounts of bulky materials such as commercial waste, domestic waste, demolition waste wood, tyres, mattresses, etc.
  • Select high-speed, low-level feeders if you are processing waste wood or shredding green waste. Terex High-speed shredders have ground-level, open fronted feeders that are easier to access and load material into. 

Maximising Your Operations In New Zealand With Top-Quality Industrial Shredders And More

Trust us at Mobile Screening And Crushing for all of your industrial shredder needs. We have a range of shredders available so you can select the ideal machinery for your NZ recycling operation.

Do you need any other kind of processing equipment for your site? We also have screening, crushing and conveying machinery that are available for purchase or hire. If you already have the right equipment, then we’re happy to offer you spare parts, including rollers, belts and hydraulic pumps.

To reach our team, please feel free to call us on 0800 672 583 or use our contact page.

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