Processing Light and Heavy Metals in Indian Industrial Workshops

Macro Background – Industry Trends

Industrial workshops in India often recycle both light metals (aluminum, sheet metal) and heavy steel, requiring machines that can handle varied weights and sizes efficiently.

Industry Pain Points:

• Mixed scrap metals of different shapes and weights
• Manual adjustments reduce throughput and increase risk of accidents
• Small-tonnage machines cannot handle heavy steel with lighter metals simultaneously

Specific Challenges

A workshop processing 50 tons/day reported:

• Uneven feeding caused frequent stoppages
• Manual sorting slowed production
• Small shears could not process light and heavy metals together

Tailored Solution – QSW-800 Implementation

• Throughput: 8–12 tons/hour, handling 80-120 tons/day efficiently
• Dual shear cylinders + clamping cylinder → uniform cuts for light and heavy metals
• PLC automation + touchscreen adjustable cut length
• Suitable for mixed materials: pipes, structural steel, aluminum, and channel steel

Verified Effect

• Uniform cut lengths → better stacking and transport
• Operators reported smoother operation, less fatigue
• Mixed metals processed simultaneously without issues
• Daily throughput of 50–60 tons/day achieved consistently

Summary

• Suitable for industrial workshops processing mixed light and heavy metals
• Key takeaway: QSW-800 provides flexibility, consistent cuts, and improved throughput for varied scrap types