Shred of the Month - October 2006: Refrigerators

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October 2006 - Refrigerators

The Challenges

Large scrap metal processors operate big, high-speed auto-shredders that can engulf bulk metal such as refrigerators to make them manageable for downstream recovery. But how do small scrap yards, transfer stations, recycling facilities, and haulers cost-effectively transport such light materials long distances to these large processors? Shredding offers excellent volume reduction to lower transportation costs, and many metal recovery companies will pay a premium for processed scrap metal over bulk scrap metal. But high-speed shredders require a lot of power, generate noise, and require special foundations. Low-speed, high torque shredders don't have these problems, but the production capacity is often much lower....until now.

The Solution

SSI's PRI-MAX primary reducers are well-suited for bulky light-gauge scrap such as appliances, and can process such materials at rates up to 50 tons/hour. Mobile or stationary versions are available, facilitating multiple site or fixed facility processing.

Shredder model:		PRI-MAX™ (PR-4000M)
Cutting table :		(8) 3" thick, multiple hook, bi-directional cutters per shaft (Hardox 500)
Drive:		Diesel Hydraulic Power Unit with 540HP CAT C15 Engine
Output:		20-40 tons/hour of light gauge scrap metal with 12" nominal sizing