KCM Invests In Doppstadt Shredder For Green Scrap Processing

KCM Metals, Rotherham, U.K., has purchased a new Doppstadt DW-3060 Shredder from Blue Central specifically to render green and wood scrap for biomass production.

KCM’s new Doppstadt shredder is capable of handling tramp material such as metal, which is a significant benefit when processing mixed materials and particularly wood waste sourced from building and demolition sites.

Commenting on the company’s new acquisition, owner Mark Hickling says, “We’re really impressed with the reliability and throughput of the new Doppstadt. We had a few other shredders demonstrated and the Doppstadt blew them away. 

He adds, “It seemed hungry compared with the others and its capacity and how easily it dealt with the input waste was impressive.”

The DW-3060 three-axle, 23.50-ton, slow-speed, high-torque shredder is one of the larger machines in the Doppstadt “DW” range, according to the company. The shredder is capable of handling larger bulk timber, mixed construction scrap and industrial refuse.

The DW-3060 is powered by a 315-kilowatt diesel engine and features optimum tooth arrangement on the roller, reversible fan wheel, modified hopper shape for easy loading, electrically controlled roller reversing and a large return conveyor.

More information is available at www.bluemachinery.com.