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Single shaft shredders designed for a wide range of plastics recycling applications.
Virtus Equipment’s General Purpose Industrial Shredders are single-shaft size-reduction machines designed to break down plastic scrap and recyclable materials into manageable pieces for recycling or downstream processing. These robust shredders use a hydraulic pusher and large internal cutting chamber to accept and process a wide variety of materials efficiently, making them suitable for general plastics recycling and industrial waste reduction.
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These industrial shredders are capable of processing a wide range of materials used in plastics recycling and waste reduction, including:
Virtus Equipment’s General Purpose Industrial Shredders provide a versatile and reliable shredding solution for medium to heavy material reduction needs. Their hydraulic feeding design, large cutting chamber, and rugged build allow them to handle a wide range of plastics and bulky waste efficiently — making them a preferred choice for recycling operations seeking a balance of performance and dependability.
Virtus Equipment supplies General Purpose Industrial Shredders across the United States, backed by technical consultation, installation support, and aftermarket services. Local service capabilities help recycling facilities maintain high uptime, receive responsive support, and optimize shredder performance for ongoing plastic and industrial waste reduction needs.
Virtus Equipment single-shaft industrial shredders for plastics recycling have a powerful two-speed swing ram design. Therefore, eliminating the risk of blocking and wearing out internal guide rails. This versatile single shaft shredder can be used for shredding all types of material and is well-suited for plastics recycling.
Driven by oversized gearboxes, the 457 mm diameter rotors come in widths from 850 mm to 2000 mm. The hydraulic power pack is inside the shredder housing to save space, protect it from damage, and easy to access for maintenance.
The standard E rotor features the proven Virtus Equipment knife and knife holder design, as well as outboard bearings and a hydraulically-operated screen cradle. The single shaft shredders can be tailored to various applications and are offered with rotor cooling, hard facing, and other wear options.
Virtus General Purpose Industrial Shredders are commonly used in:
Concave Rotor Knife
E-type Rotor
Heavy-duty Swing Arm Ram
Virtus Equipment single-shaft industrial shredders for plastics recycling have a powerful two-speed swing ram design. Therefore, eliminating the risk of blocking and wearing out internal guide rails. This versatile single shaft shredder can be used for shredding all types of material and is well-suited for plastics recycling.
Driven by oversized gearboxes, the 457 mm diameter rotors come in widths from 850 mm to 2000 mm. The hydraulic power pack is inside the shredder housing to save space, protect it from damage, and easy to access for maintenance.
The standard E rotor features the proven Virtus Equipment knife and knife holder design, as well as outboard bearings and a hydraulically-operated screen cradle. The single shaft shredders can be tailored to various applications and are offered with rotor cooling, hard facing, and other wear options.
Virtus G-Series heavy-duty industrial shredders have been designed for a wide range of plastic recycling applications and industries. Depending on downstream uses, the shredded material defined by the fitted screen size can be used directly or passed to the next size-reduction stage, for example, an H-series granulator.
Concave Rotor Knife
E-type Rotor
Heavy-duty Swing Arm Ram
| G Series | G 850 | G 850+ | G 1200 | G 1500 | G 2000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specifications | ||||||
| Material Throughput | lbs/hr | 0 - 1750 | 0 - 2000 | 0 - 2500 | 0 - 4500 | 0 - 6000 |
| Cutting Chamber Volume | m3 | 1.16 | 1.37 | 1.82 | 2.27 | 3.16 |
| Effective Working Area | mm x mm | 690 x 730 | 800 x 730 | 800 x 1050 | 800 x 1330 | 800 x 1890 |
| Rotor | ||||||
| Diameter | mm | 387 | 457 | 457 | 457 | 457 |
| Width | mm | 850 | 850 | 1200 | 1500 | 2000 |
| Speed | rpm | 74 | 74 | 74 | 74 | 74 |
| Knives | ||||||
| Rotor | pcs | 40 or 60 | 40 or 60 | 54 or 81 | 68 or 102 | 96 or 144 |
| Stator | rows | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Screen size | ||||||
| Optional | mm | 25, 30, 50, or 70 | 25, 30, 50, or 70 | |||
| Standard | mm | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Drive Capacity | ||||||
| Motor | kW | 37 | 55 | 55 | 75 | 2 x 55 |
| Ram Feeder | kW | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Voltage | VAC | |||||
| Weight (approx.) | kg | 4200 | 5100 | 5900 | 6600 | 8600 |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| A | mm | 2085 | 2300 | 2300 | 2300 | 2300 |
| B | mm | 625 | 725 | 725 | 725 | 725 |
| C | mm | 2435 | 2795 | 2795 | 2795 | 2795 |
| D | mm | 1385 | 1590 | 1590 | 1590 | 1590 |
| E | mm | 840 | 840 | 1120 | 1400 | 1960 |
| F | mm | 1940 | 2010 | 2290 | 2610 | 3760 |
A General Purpose Industrial Shredder for Plastic Recycling is a powerful machine designed to reduce plastic waste into smaller, manageable pieces for further processing or reuse. Virtus Equipment’s single-shaft shredders feature a two-speed swing ram and a 457 mm rotor, ensuring efficient shredding of various plastic materials with minimal downtime.
Virtus Equipment’s industrial shredders are engineered for versatility. They can process plastic lumps, pipes, films, woven bags, bales, and other rigid or flexible plastics. In addition to plastics, these shredders can also handle electronic waste, wood, paper, and other recyclable materials, making them ideal for general recycling applications.
Virtus shredders stand out for their heavy-duty steel construction, two-speed hydraulic swing ram design, and oversized gearbox drive system. These features ensure long-lasting performance, reduced risk of material blockage, and lower maintenance requirements. Outboard bearings and hydraulic screen cradles further enhance reliability and operator safety.
Yes. Virtus Equipment offers customizable configurations to suit specific recycling applications. Options include rotor cooling systems, hard-facing wear protection, and various screen sizes to achieve desired output dimensions. These customizations allow the shredder to integrate seamlessly into existing recycling systems or production lines.
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