240 Ton Mobile Baler Shear with Grapple for Scrap Metal Recycling and On-Site Compression

240 Ton Mobile Baler Shear with Grapple for Scrap Metal Recycling and On-Site Compression

Product Overview

The Y83C-5000C mobile baler shear with grapple is a heavy-duty scrap processing machine designed for recycling yards, steel scrap collection centers, demolition contractors, and mobile metal recovery operations. Unlike a fixed hydraulic baler that must stay inside one workshop, this mobile baler shear is built on a trailer-mounted structure, allowing operators to move the equipment between different scrap yards or project sites.

With a 240-ton cylinder pushing force, 20MPa maximum working pressure, and 8–10 tons per hour processing capacity, this machine is suitable for compressing light and medium scrap materials such as sheet metal, thin steel scrap, aluminum scrap, car body plates, appliance shells, and mixed recyclable metal waste. The press chamber has a large open size of 5000×2050×1290mm, making it easier to feed bulky loose scrap before compression.

One of the biggest advantages of this model is the integrated grapple system. The grapple can lift up to 1000kg, reducing the need for extra loading equipment and helping customers save labor cost on site. Powered by a 163kW diesel engine, the machine can work independently in outdoor yards where stable electricity supply may not be available. The air cooling system also improves continuous operation reliability in hot working environments.

For buyers who need flexible scrap handling, lower transportation cost, and higher on-site processing efficiency, the Y83C-5000C mobile baler shear provides a practical solution. It compresses loose scrap into 600×600mm bales, making the material easier to stack, transport, sell, and feed into downstream melting or shredding processes.

Cause

Many scrap recycling companies face the same problem: scrap is collected from different locations, but fixed machines cannot move with the material. Loose scrap takes up too much space, increases truck loading time, and reduces transportation efficiency. For remote yards, demolition sites, temporary recycling points, and small collection stations, investing in a large fixed production line may not be practical.

Another common issue is labor cost. If the machine requires a separate excavator, forklift, or manual feeding team, daily operating expenses become higher. In markets where scrap supply is scattered, a mobile baler shear with its own grapple can help operators process material directly at the source.

Solution

The Y83C-5000C mobile baler shear solves these problems by combining feeding, compression, mobility, and diesel power into one complete unit. The large press room accepts bulky scrap, the hydraulic system compresses the material into dense bales, and the trailer-mounted design allows the machine to be moved between working sites.

The integrated grapple improves feeding efficiency and reduces dependence on additional loading machines. The diesel engine makes the equipment suitable for outdoor operation, especially in areas where industrial electricity is limited or unstable. With 8–10 tons per hour capacity, it can support medium and large scrap handling operations while keeping investment more flexible than a fixed production line.

For customers who need a machine that can follow the scrap instead of waiting for scrap to be transported to the factory, this mobile baler shear is a strong choice.

Specifications

Application

The Y83C-5000C mobile baler shear is widely used in mobile scrap metal recycling and on-site compression projects. It is suitable for:

Scrap metal recycling yards that need to process loose steel scrap before transportation

Demolition sites with scattered metal waste and limited power supply

Steel collection centers handling light and medium scrap materials

Car dismantling yards processing thin sheet metal and vehicle body scrap

Remote recycling stations where fixed equipment is not practical

Trading companies that need to improve scrap loading density before export

The machine is especially suitable for scrap with thickness below 3mm, including sheet metal, light steel scrap, aluminum scrap, appliance shells, metal offcuts, and mixed recyclable materials. By compressing loose scrap into compact bales, customers can reduce storage space, improve truck loading efficiency, and increase the commercial value of processed scrap.

How It Works

The working process of the Y83C-5000C mobile baler shear is simple and efficient.

First, the operator uses the grapple to load loose scrap into the large press chamber. The open chamber size allows bulky materials to be placed more easily, reducing feeding difficulty. After feeding, the hydraulic pressing system starts to compress the scrap from the side and top, gradually reducing the material volume.

Under the 240-ton pushing force and 20MPa working pressure, loose scrap is pressed into a dense rectangular bale. The final bale size is approximately 600×600mm in cross section, with adjustable length starting from around 500mm depending on the material and feeding condition.

The diesel engine provides independent power for the hydraulic system, while the air cooling system helps control hydraulic oil temperature during continuous operation. After compression, the bale can be discharged and moved for stacking, transportation, or further processing.

How To Choose

When choosing a mobile baler shear, buyers should focus on the material type, scrap thickness, required capacity, power condition, and feeding method.

If your material is mainly light scrap, sheet metal, car body plates, aluminum scrap, or mixed thin metal waste below 3mm, the Y83C-5000C is a suitable option. Its 8–10 tons per hour capacity can meet the needs of medium and large scrap yards that require continuous processing.

If your working site does not have stable electricity, a diesel-powered mobile machine is more practical than an electric fixed baler. If you need to move the machine between different yards or project sites, the trailer-mounted design can reduce investment in multiple fixed machines.

For customers who want to reduce labor and feeding equipment cost, the built-in grapple is also an important advantage. It allows the machine to load scrap directly, making the whole operation more independent and efficient.

Before placing an order, customers are advised to confirm the main scrap type, maximum scrap thickness, daily working hours, expected capacity, local road transport limits, and whether the machine needs additional customization. Our engineering team can provide layout suggestions, configuration adjustment, and technical support according to the customer’s actual site conditions.

FAQ

Q1: What materials can this mobile baler shear process?

A1: It is suitable for light and medium scrap metal below 3mm thickness, such as sheet metal, aluminum scrap, car body plates, appliance shells, light steel scrap, and mixed recyclable metal waste.

Q2: Why choose a mobile baler shear instead of a fixed hydraulic baler?

A2: A mobile baler shear is more flexible. It can be moved between different scrap yards, demolition sites, and collection points. It is especially useful when scrap is scattered in different locations or when the site does not have stable industrial power.

Q3: Does the machine need an external excavator for feeding?

A3: This model is equipped with a grapple, with a lifting capacity of 1000kg. For many common scrap materials, the grapple can complete the feeding work directly, reducing dependence on extra loading equipment.

Q4: Is the machine suitable for outdoor operation?

A4: Yes. The machine uses a 163kW diesel engine and an air cooling system, making it suitable for outdoor scrap yards and mobile recycling projects where electricity supply may be limited.

Q5: Can the machine be customized?

A5: Yes. The machine can be customized according to the customer’s scrap type, working site, feeding method, local transport requirements, bale size preference, and capacity target. We can also provide technical support, layout advice, and after-sales service for overseas customers.