Case Study: Hydraulic Scrap Metal Shear for Heavy Scrap Steel Processing

Market Background

In the scrap metal recycling industry in Brazil, handling heavy-duty scrap steel has become a significant operational challenge. Demolition projects, infrastructure work, automotive dismantling, and industrial manufacturing generate large volumes of scrap materials like steel beams, steel plates, and metal profiles.

Before these materials can be transported to steel mills or used in downstream recycling operations, they must be reduced to manageable sizes. Without the right scrap metal processing equipment, oversized scrap materials can create storage issues, hinder transportation efficiency, and reduce scrap handling efficiency in recycling yards.

As a result, many recycling plants in Brazil require scrap metal shear machines to cut heavy-duty scrap steel and reduce material size efficiently.

The Customer and Application Scenario

A prominent scrap recycling plant in Brazil, specializing in processing heavy structural scrap from demolition sites and industrial waste, faced challenges with its existing scrap processing equipment. The plant needed a solution to efficiently handle thick steel plates, structural beams, and other heavy scrap that the old equipment could not process properly.

After evaluating multiple options, the customer chose the Q91Y-1000W Hydraulic Scrap Metal Gantry Shear due to its high cutting power, large capacity, and proven performance in industrial recycling applications.

Our Solution

The Q91Y-1000W Hydraulic Scrap Metal Gantry Shear was designed specifically to meet the needs of heavy-duty scrap steel processing. It can process round steel up to φ160 mm, square steel 150 × 150 mm, and steel plates up to 80 × 600 mm.

Key technical specifications include:

• Cutting Force: 3500 kN × 2, ensuring the ability to cut heavy scrap steel with ease.

• Hydraulic System Pressure: ≤25 MPa, ensuring stable performance during continuous operation.

• Blade Length: 2000 mm, allowing the processing of large scrap pieces in one operation.

• Cutting Efficiency: 2-3 cuts per minute (empty load), ensuring steady scrap processing speed.

• Push Force: 1250 kN, supporting continuous material feeding for higher throughput.

• Feeding Chamber Size: 7000 × 2000 × 900 mm, providing large scrap capacity.

These features allowed the recycling plant to significantly increase operational efficiency by reducing downtime and increasing the speed at which scrap materials were processed.

Customer Feedback

After installing the Q91Y-1000W hydraulic scrap shear, the customer reported significant improvements in daily operations:

• Increased Productivity: The high cutting force and 2000 mm blade length allowed faster processing of thick steel plates and structural scrap. The plant was able to handle higher scrap volumes and reduce manual interventions.

• Operational Efficiency: The hydraulic feeding system and continuous processing capability reduced material handling time, ensuring smoother plant operations with minimal interruptions.

• Reliability and Durability: The plant appreciated the low maintenance needs of the shear, thanks to its robust build and high-quality hydraulic components.

The customer noted that the shear provided a reliable, high-capacity solution for their scrap processing needs, enabling them to meet growing demand and maintain consistent output quality.

Summary

The Q91Y-1000W Hydraulic Scrap Metal Gantry Shear proved to be an invaluable addition to the recycling plant’s operations. With its ability to process various scrap materials, high cutting efficiency, and low maintenance requirements, it helped the client overcome their challenges and increase operational productivity.

Key technical parameters include:

• 3500 kN × 2 cutting force for handling heavy scrap steel

• 2000 mm blade length for wide material processing

• Hydraulic system pressure ≤25 MPa for stable performance

• Cutting efficiency of 2-3 cuts per minute (empty load)

• 1250 kN push force for continuous material feeding

By choosing this scrap metal shear machine, the customer was able to streamline their operations, improve scrap handling, and enhance overall efficiency.