ZY-S series scrap metal shredder: models 22kW–110kW, chamber 600–1500mm, 800–3000 kg/h, Cr12MoV/D2 alloy steel blades, PL…
| Motor power | 22 kW |
| Cutting chamber | 600 × 600 mm |
| Production capacity | 800–1.000 kg/h |
| Rotation speed | 75–80 rpm |
| Blade material | Cr12MoV / SKDII / D2 |
| Control | PLC (start, stop, reversal, overload protection) |
| Equipment dimensions | 1.800 × 1.600 × 1.850 mm |
| Weight | 2.200 kg |
| Frame | High-quality steel, anti-torsion |
| Emissions | Reduced noise and dust |
The ZY-S series scrap metal shredder is industrial equipment for shredding ferrous and non-ferrous metals, electric cables, plastic and rubber waste, textiles, paper and electronic waste (WEEE), with blades made of Cr12MoV, SKDII or D2 alloy steel, a low rotation speed of 75–80 rpm for maximum cutting torque, PLC control with start, stop, automatic reversal and overload protection functions, available in two main sizes: the ZY-S600 model with a 22 kW motor and a 600×600 mm chamber at 800–1.000 kg/h and the ZY-S1500 model with a 110 kW motor and a 1.500×1.500 mm chamber at 2.000–3.000 kg/h.
The ZY-S scrap metal shredder turns bulky, heterogeneous metal waste (dismantled electronics, bundles of cables, metal profiles, used motors, aluminium and copper parts) into uniform small-size fragments, directly usable in smelters and foundries or easy to sort magnetically and by density to separate the valuable fractions; the volume reduction of 5–10 times compared with the initial bulk material optimises the cost of transport to the processing plants and increases the value per tonne of the delivered waste. Key Advantages of the ZY-S Scrap Metal Shredder
• Blades made of Cr12MoV, SKDII and D2 alloy steel: high hardness for hard metallic materials. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder uses blades made of tool alloy steels with a Rockwell hardness of 58–62 HRC; Cr12MoV and D2 are reference steels for industrial blades that process metallic materials with high cutting resistance; the hardness of the blades ensures a service life 3–5 times longer than blades made of plain carbon steel when processing scrap metal and non-ferrous metals.
• 75–80 rpm low rotation speed: high torque, low noise, minimal dust. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder operates at 75–80 revolutions per minute, compared with the 300–1.000 rpm of high-speed rotor shredders; the low speed generates higher torque for cutting hard and thick materials, produces fragments more uniform in size and dramatically reduces the noise level and the amount of dust compared with high-speed shredders; the low level of noise and dust emissions meets the environmental standards applicable to recycling plants.
• PLC with automatic reversal: zero jams, continuous production. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder is controlled by a PLC that detects mechanical overload when an object jams between the blades and automatically reverses the rotation direction to clear the jam without manual intervention; after clearing, the rotor resumes the normal cutting direction and production continues without stopping; the automatic reversal function eliminates the main cause of downtime of industrial shredders when processing heterogeneous waste with unexpected hard pieces.
• High-quality steel frame resistant to torsion: structure dimensioned for impulsive loads. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder has a frame welded from high-quality steel with high resistance to torsion; processing scrap metal produces large impulsive loads when the blades contact hard metal pieces, stressing the frame in torsion and vibration; the robust structure of the ZY-S scrap metal shredder absorbs these loads without deformation of the frame or loosening of the welded joints.
• Adjustable cutting-edge thickness and number: adaptation to the specific material. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder allows adjustment of the cutting-edge thickness and the number of active blades on the shaft according to the processed material and the desired final fragment size; electric cables and aluminium require different configurations from thick steel or reinforced rubber; the configuration flexibility of the ZY-S scrap metal shredder allows optimisation of productivity for each type of metal waste.
• Maximum versatility: ferrous and non-ferrous metals, WEEE, cables, plastic, rubber. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder processes an extensive range of materials with the same cutting chamber and the same blade system: scrap iron and steel in small and medium pieces, non-ferrous aluminium and copper, electric cables with PVC or rubber sheathing, appliance housings, dismantled electronic waste, rigid plastic and reinforced rubber; a single ZY-S scrap metal shredder replaces separate equipment for different categories of waste.
Technical Specifications: ZY-S Scrap Metal Shredder (Available Models)
| Parameter | ZY-S600 | ZY-S1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Motor power | 22 kW | 110 kW |
| Cutting chamber | 600 × 600 mm | 1.500 × 1.500 mm |
| Production capacity | 800–1.000 kg/h | 2.000–3.000 kg/h |
| Rotation speed | 75–80 rpm | 75–80 rpm |
| Blade material | Cr12MoV / SKDII / D2 | Cr12MoV / SKDII / D2 |
| Control | PLC (start, stop, reversal, overload protection) | PLC (start, stop, reversal, overload protection) |
| Equipment dimensions | 1.800 × 1.600 × 1.850 mm | 4.800 × 2.300 × 2.400 mm |
| Weight | 2.200 kg | 9.800 kg |
| Frame | High-quality steel, anti-torsion | High-quality steel, anti-torsion |
| Emissions | Reduced noise and dust | Reduced noise and dust |
Materials Processed by the ZY-S Scrap Metal Shredder
“the ZY-S scrap shredder allows the thickness of the cutting edges and the number of active blades per shaft to be adjusted according to the material processed and the size.”
• Scrap iron and steel: parts, profiles, sheet metal. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder shreds used iron and steel parts into small-size fragments directly usable in the melting furnaces of the steel industry; metal profiles, steel sheet and used spare parts are reduced to uniform fragments that increase the furnace charge density and reduce the energy consumption during melting compared with unshredded bulk material.
• Electric cables with PVC and rubber sheathing: the ZY-S scrap metal shredder is one of the standard solutions for processing used or residual electric cables; the simultaneous cutting of the plastic sheathing and the copper or aluminium core produces a mixture of fragments that can be subsequently separated through density separation or flotation to recover pure copper and aluminium; industrial cable shredders are the base equipment of cable recycling centres for maximising the value of the recovered raw material.
• Non-ferrous metals: aluminium, copper, zinc, lead. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder efficiently processes non-ferrous metals with lower hardness than steel: aluminium parts from the automotive and construction industries, copper bars and profiles, aluminium radiators, electric motor housings and components made of zinc or lead; the shredded non-ferrous fragments are easier to sort and have a higher value per tonne than large bulk non-ferrous pieces.
• Electronic and household appliance waste (WEEE): the ZY-S scrap metal shredder shreds appliance housings, printed circuit boards, plastic and metal components of computers, phones and other used electronic equipment; the fragmentation of WEEE separates the metal fractions from the plastic ones and facilitates the recovery of precious metals (gold, silver, palladium) from the electronic boards through subsequent refining processes.
• Rigid plastic and reinforced rubber. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder can also process non-metallic materials with high mechanical strength: rigid plastic made of ABS, PP and HDPE from industrial housings, reinforced rubber from tyres and industrial gaskets, composite and heterogeneous materials that combine metal with plastic or rubber.
• Textiles and industrial paper. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder also processes softer materials with low cutting resistance: technical textiles, industrial paper, non-woven materials and mixed waste from the garment and packaging industries; the low speed of 75–80 rpm and the high torque allow rapid transition between hard materials (metal) and soft ones (textiles) without reconfiguring the equipment.
ZY-S600 versus ZY-S1500: How to Choose the Right Model
The ZY-S scrap metal shredder is available in two main sizes, covering small and medium recycling centres (ZY-S600) and large industrial plants (ZY-S1500):
• The ZY-S600 scrap metal shredder (22kW, 800–1.000 kg/h) is the solution for small and medium collection and recycling centres that process 3–8 tonnes of metal waste per shift; the 600×600 mm chamber accepts small and medium-size pieces (cables, electronic components, automotive parts, aluminium profiles) that do not exceed the feed size; the weight of 2.200 kg and the dimensions of 1.800×1.600×1.850 mm allow installation in standard halls without special foundation works.
Motor 22 kW
1,800 × 1,600 × 1,850 mm
Weight 2,200 kg
• The ZY-S1500 scrap metal shredder (110kW, 2.000–3.000 kg/h) is the equipment for large industrial recycling plants that process 15–25 tonnes of metal waste per shift; the 1.500×1.500 mm chamber accepts bulky pieces (motor housings, automotive engine blocks, large dismantled electrical equipment) without pre-shredding; the weight of 9.800 kg and the dimensions of 4.800×2.300×2.400 mm require a foundation and installation planned with lifting equipment.
• Key decision factors: the ZY-S600 scrap metal shredder covers the needs of firms with flows of 5–50 tonnes of metal waste per week; the ZY-S1500 is sized for plants with flows of 50–200 tonnes per week; UZINEX engineers assess the volume, the type of material and the maximum dimensions of the fed pieces to recommend the correct model.
Industries and Applications: Who Uses the ZY-S Scrap Metal Shredder
• Scrap metal collection and recycling centres: the ZY-S scrap metal shredder is the base equipment of recycling centres that take in heterogeneous metal waste from producers, demolition firms and the public; on-site shredding increases the value per tonne of the waste delivered to smelters compared with unshredded bulk scrap metal and reduces the transport cost through densification of the material.
• Demolition and machinery dismantling firms: the ZY-S scrap metal shredder processes the metal resulting from the demolition of industrial buildings, the dismantling of used machinery and the decommissioning of plants; the heterogeneous material from demolition (steel profiles, sheets, pipes, parts made of various alloys) is shredded into uniform fragments directly sortable into metal fractions.
• Industrial producers with process metal waste. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder is used by producers who generate process metal waste in large volumes: sheet metal offcuts, pins and non-conforming parts, profile offcuts and compacted metal chips; in-house shredding allows recovery of the waste at the price of the secondary raw material without intake fees applied by external collection centres.
• Authorised WEEE recycling plants: the ZY-S scrap metal shredder is integrated into recycling lines for electronic and household appliance waste authorised under the European WEEE Directive; the primary fragmentation of dismantled electronic equipment is the first step in the flow of separating the valuable fractions (precious metals, copper, aluminium) from plastic and other non-metallic materials.
• Authorised electric cable collection operators: the scrap metal shredder as the first step in the recycling flow. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder is the first-processing equipment for used electric cables collected from distribution networks and decommissioned installations; cutting the cables into small fragments is the step prior to separating the copper from the PVC sheathing to maximise the value of the recovered raw material.
Frequently Asked Questions about the ZY-S Scrap Metal Shredder
What is the maximum piece size that can be fed into the ZY-S600 scrap metal shredder?
The ZY-S600 scrap metal shredder with its 600×600 mm chamber accepts pieces with a maximum cross-sectional dimension of approximately 550–580 mm to allow correct feeding; larger pieces require pre-shredding with hydraulic shears or a saw before feeding into the ZY-S600 scrap metal shredder; the length of the piece can exceed the width of the chamber because the material is fed gradually through the cutting chamber. How often must the blades of the ZY-S scrap metal shredder be replaced?
As an industrial scrap metal shredder, the service life of the ZY-S scrap metal shredder blades made of Cr12MoV or D2 varies according to the processed material and the frequency of use; when processing aluminium and copper exclusively, the blades last 3–5 times longer than when processing iron and hard steel; the blades of the ZY-S scrap metal shredder can be turned to use the opposite edge when one is worn, doubling the service life per set; spare parts (blades and counter-blades) are available in permanent stock at UZINEX. Does the ZY-S scrap metal shredder require a permanently dedicated operator?
The ZY-S scrap metal shredder with PLC control and automatic overload reversal function can operate with periodic supervision, not with a permanent operator at the panel; the operator feeds the material, periodically checks operation and removes the shredded material from the discharge area; when processing heterogeneous materials with unusually hard pieces, the presence of the operator is recommended for active monitoring. Is the ZY-S scrap metal shredder eligible for EU funding as an environmental investment?
Yes. The ZY-S scrap metal shredder qualifies for EU funding under support programmes for the circular economy, recycling and waste management; UZINEX engineers provide the technical documentation needed for the funding application and confirm the eligibility of the equipment for the customer's specific funding programme. Why Choose UZINEX for the ZY-S Scrap Metal Shredder
• Pre-purchase consultancy: selecting the correct ZY-S600 or ZY-S1500 model. UZINEX engineers assess the volume of metal waste processed daily, the type of dominant materials, the maximum dimensions of the fed pieces and the available installation space to recommend the ZY-S scrap metal shredder model suited to the customer's production capacity.
• Transport and commissioning included: the ZY-S scrap metal shredder is delivered to the customer's location anywhere in Romania; at commissioning, UZINEX engineers verify the electrical and mechanical installation, test all PLC functions (start, stop, reversal, protection) on the customer's real material and train the operator in use and routine maintenance.
• Extended 60-month warranty and spare parts in stock: the ZY-S scrap metal shredder benefits from a 60-month warranty; the Cr12MoV and D2 spare blades, the counter-blades, the bearings and the PLC system elements are kept in permanent stock at UZINEX for rapid intervention without long waiting periods for parts.
• Eligible for SEAP/SICAP public procurement: the ZY-S scrap metal shredder can be purchased through public procurement procedures by public institutions and authorities with obligations to manage metal waste or WEEE.
• National service with intervention within 24–48h: the UZINEX service team intervenes on site anywhere in Romania for any fault on the ZY-S scrap metal shredder; the availability of spare parts in stock minimises the downtime of the recycling plant.
• Financing through credit and leasing: financing solutions available for the acquisition of the ZY-S scrap metal shredder; the equipment qualifies for EU funding as an investment in recycling infrastructure and the circular economy.
• Complete range of recycling equipment: UZINEX offers complete solutions for shredding and crushing, complementary with hydraulic baling machines for a complete industrial waste management flow, all available with integrated national service and an extended warranty.
The ZY-S scrap metal shredder, with blades made of Cr12MoV or D2, a speed of 75–80 rpm for maximum cutting torque, PLC control with automatic anti-jam reversal and a capacity of 800–3.000 kg/h depending on the model, is the industrial equipment for fragmenting ferrous and non-ferrous metals, electric cables, WEEE and mixed materials for recycling centres, demolition firms and industrial producers with process metal waste.
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