8000kN Gantry Shear with 8000×1950×900mm Loading Room for Heavy Scrap Metal

Product Specification

8000kN Gantry Shear with 8000×1950×900mm Loading Room for Heavy Scrap Metal Recycling

Product Overview

The Q43L-8000L Gantry Shear is a heavy-duty hydraulic scrap cutting machine designed for large-scale metal recycling yards, steel mills, scrap processing centers, and dismantling plants. With an 8000kN cutting force, 2000mm blade length, and a large 8000×1950×900mm loading room, this machine is built to process bulky and heavy scrap materials with high efficiency.

This gantry shear is especially suitable for cutting heavy steel scrap, steel plates, structural steel, rebar, metal profiles, scrap vehicles, mixed scrap metal, and industrial waste metal. Compared with small alligator shears or manual cutting equipment, the Q43L-8000L provides stronger cutting power, higher productivity, and more stable continuous operation.

Equipped with a PLC automatic control system, the machine can reduce manual operation intensity and improve working safety. The 25MPa hydraulic system pressure ensures strong and stable cutting performance, while the air cooling system helps maintain hydraulic oil temperature during long working hours. With a total power of 270kW and machine weight of 92000kg, this model is a solid and reliable solution for buyers who need high-capacity scrap metal cutting equipment.

Cause

Many scrap recycling companies face several common problems when processing heavy scrap metal:

Large scrap materials are difficult to feed, cut, and transport.

Manual gas cutting is slow, labor-intensive, and costly.

Small shearing machines cannot handle oversized or thick scrap.

Mixed scrap metal often causes unstable cutting efficiency.

High-volume recycling yards need continuous and automatic processing.

For these reasons, a high-force gantry shear is often the better choice for companies that want to increase daily output and reduce labor cost.

Solution

The Q43L-8000L hydraulic gantry shear provides a practical solution for heavy scrap processing. Its long loading chamber allows operators to load large scrap materials directly by grab crane or excavator. The hydraulic compression and cutting system helps fix the material before cutting, improving cutting stability and final scrap size consistency.

Key advantages include:

Strong 8000kN cutting force for heavy-duty scrap metal

Large 8000mm loading room for bulky scrap materials

2000mm blade length for wide cutting capacity

PLC automatic control for easier operation

Air cooling system for stable hydraulic performance

Heavy machine structure for long service life

Suitable for continuous scrap yard operation

Specifications

Application

The Q43L-8000L gantry shear is widely used in:

Scrap metal recycling yards

Steel mills and foundries

Metal processing plants

Vehicle dismantling centers

Waste metal recovery stations

Industrial demolition recycling projects

Port scrap collection centers

It can process many types of scrap materials, including heavy steel scrap, steel plates, angle steel, channel steel, rebar, round bar, pipe scrap, aluminum scrap, copper scrap, and mixed metal waste.

How It Works

The operator loads scrap metal into the large loading room by grab crane, excavator, or conveyor system. After loading, the hydraulic pressing system compresses and holds the scrap material firmly. Then the main cutting blade moves downward under hydraulic power to shear the material into shorter sections.

The PLC control system helps coordinate the feeding, pressing, and cutting process. This improves working efficiency and reduces manual operation. The cut scrap pieces are easier to transport, melt, and sell, helping recycling companies improve material handling and storage efficiency.

How To Choose

When choosing a gantry shear, buyers should consider:

The type of scrap metal to be processed

Maximum size and thickness of the material

Required daily or hourly capacity

Available factory space

Local voltage and power supply

Feeding method, such as grab crane or conveyor

Required cutting length and output size

For heavy scrap yards with large materials and high output requirements, the Q43L-8000L 8000kN gantry shear is a strong choice. If your scrap material is smaller or your daily capacity is lower, a smaller gantry shear model may be more economical.

FAQ

1. What materials can the Q43L-8000L gantry shear cut?
It can cut heavy steel scrap, steel plates, rebar, metal profiles, scrap vehicle parts, pipes, aluminum scrap, copper scrap, and mixed scrap metal.

2. Is this machine suitable for continuous operation?
Yes. The machine is designed for heavy-duty recycling work. The hydraulic system, air cooling system, and strong machine frame support long working hours in scrap yards.

3. Can the machine size or configuration be customized?
Yes. WANSHIDA can customize the loading room size, cutting force, blade length, motor power, control system, and feeding method according to the customer’s scrap material and production requirements.

4. Does this gantry shear use automatic control?
Yes. The Q43L-8000L is equipped with PLC automatic control, which makes operation easier, safer, and more efficient.

5. Why choose a gantry shear instead of an alligator shear?
An alligator shear is more suitable for smaller scrap and lower output. A gantry shear is better for large, heavy, and mixed scrap materials because it has stronger cutting force, a larger loading chamber, and higher processing efficiency.