Project Background

A scrap metal recycling yard in Izmir, Turkey, was looking for a practical solution to improve the handling efficiency of mixed light and medium scrap. The customer mainly collected steel offcuts, sheet metal waste, appliance shells, light structural scrap, and mixed recyclable metal materials from local workshops and collection points.

Before choosing the Y83Q-4000A scrap baler shear, the customer faced a common problem in the Turkish recycling market: loose scrap occupied too much yard space, truck loading was inefficient, and irregular materials were difficult to sell at a better price. Some downstream buyers also preferred shorter and more regular scrap pieces for easier furnace feeding and further processing.

The customer already had basic loading equipment, but their previous processing method relied heavily on manual sorting and simple cutting. This made daily operation slow, increased labor cost, and caused long waiting time during truck loading.

Customer Requirements

The customer needed a machine that could compress and shear scrap in one continuous process. Their main requirements were clear:

Stable cutting force for mixed light and medium scrap

Compact machine structure suitable for an existing recycling yard

PLC automatic control to reduce operator workload

Adjustable cut scrap length for different buyer requirements

Lower transportation volume after processing

Reliable performance for daily scrap recycling work

Because the customer’s material was not extremely heavy, a large gantry shear was not the most economical option. After comparing material type, yard space, capacity demand, and investment budget, we recommended the Y83Q-4000A hydraulic metal baler shear.

Our Solution

We supplied the Y83Q-4000A scrap baler shear with 4000kN cutting force and PLC automatic control. This model combines side compression and shearing in one hydraulic system, making it suitable for recycling yards that need both volume reduction and size control.

The compression room size of 3000×1200×680mm allows the customer to feed irregular scrap materials more easily. The left and right 1600kN cylinders press the scrap from both sides before cutting, helping form a stable compact shape. After compression, the 4000kN cutting force shears the material into shorter sections.

The bale width is 460mm, the bale height can be adjusted from 300mm to 460mm, and the bale length can be controlled between 300mm and 600mm. This output size helped the customer improve stacking, truck loading, and downstream sales.

Machine Configuration

Project Result

After installation and trial operation, the customer reported that the machine significantly improved the efficiency of scrap handling in their yard. Loose and irregular scrap could be compressed first and then cut into shorter, more regular pieces. This reduced the space required for storage and made truck loading faster.

Compared with their previous manual and semi-manual processing method, the Y83Q-4000A helped them reduce repeated material handling. Workers no longer needed to spend as much time arranging long and irregular scrap before loading. The processed scrap became easier to stack, transport, and supply to downstream steel-related buyers.

The PLC automatic control system also made the operation easier for local workers. After basic training, the operator could manage the compression and shearing process more smoothly, with more stable output size and better working safety.

Customer Feedback

The customer told us:

“Before using this machine, our biggest problem was not only cutting scrap, but also managing loose and irregular materials in the yard. After the Y83Q-4000A started working, the scrap became much easier to load and transport. The machine helped us save yard space and improved our delivery efficiency. For our type of material, this solution is more practical than buying a much larger shear.”

This feedback matched our original recommendation. For this Turkish recycling yard, the Y83Q-4000A was not simply a cutting machine. It became a complete scrap preparation solution that improved storage, cutting, loading, and selling efficiency.

Why the Customer Chose Us

The customer chose our Y83Q-4000A scrap baler shear because the machine matched their actual material condition and budget. Instead of recommending an oversized model, our engineering team selected a practical configuration according to their scrap type, working space, and required output size.

Our advantages included:

More than 40 years of experience in hydraulic scrap recycling equipment

Professional engineering support for model selection and layout advice

CE and ISO9001 certified production management

Customizable hydraulic configuration, bale size, and operation system

Strong experience in exporting metal balers, baler shears, gantry shears, and recycling machines to overseas markets

Technical support for installation, commissioning, and after-sales service

Project Summary

The Turkey Y83Q-4000A scrap baler shear project shows how the right equipment can solve real recycling yard problems. For customers processing light and medium scrap metal, a hydraulic metal baler shear can be more efficient and economical than using separate baling and cutting machines.

By combining 4000kN cutting force, dual side compression, adjustable bale length, and PLC automatic control, the Y83Q-4000A helped the customer reduce loose scrap volume, improve truck loading efficiency, and increase the value of processed recyclable metal.

For scrap yards, steel recovery centers, and metal recycling companies looking for a practical scrap cutting and compression solution, the Y83Q-4000A scrap baler shear is a reliable choice for daily production.