Automated Efficient Diesel Mobile Metal Baler 160 Ton Scrap Compression Machine

Automated Efficient Diesel Mobile Metal Baler 160 Ton Scrap Compression Machine For Yard And Field Use

Product Overview

The Y83D-3000B diesel mobile metal baler is designed for scrap recycling companies, metal collection yards, demolition contractors, and mobile recycling operations that need flexible and efficient scrap compression directly at the working site. With a 160-ton cylinder pushing force, 20MPa maximum working pressure, and 5–7 tons per hour processing capacity, this machine provides reliable performance for compressing light and medium scrap metal materials.

Compared with a stationary hydraulic baler, the Y83D-3000B offers stronger site flexibility. It is powered by an 86kW diesel engine, which means the machine can work independently without relying on fixed industrial electricity. This makes it especially suitable for outdoor scrap yards, temporary recycling sites, remote collection points, and areas where electricity supply is limited or unstable.

The press room open size is 3000×1620×620mm, providing enough feeding space for loose scrap metal, sheet metal, aluminum scrap, appliance shells, vehicle body plates, and other recyclable materials with a maximum thickness of 3mm. After compression, the scrap is formed into compact 500×400×400mm bales, which are easier to stack, transport, store, and sell.

The air cooling system helps control hydraulic oil temperature during continuous operation, supporting stable performance in demanding outdoor conditions. For recycling businesses that want to reduce transportation volume, improve loading efficiency, and process scrap directly at the source, the Y83D-3000B is a practical and cost-effective mobile baling solution.

Cause

Loose scrap metal takes up a large amount of space and increases transportation cost. Many recycling yards collect scrap from different locations, but if the material is transported before compression, trucks may carry too much air and too little actual metal. This reduces loading efficiency and directly affects profit.

For some customers, another challenge is the lack of reliable electricity. Fixed electric balers require stable power supply and installation space, which may not be suitable for remote yards or temporary recycling projects.

Labor cost is also an important issue. If scrap needs to be moved several times before baling, the whole operation becomes slower and more expensive. Customers need a machine that can work closer to the scrap source and improve the efficiency of the entire recycling process.

Solution

The Y83D-3000B diesel mobile metal baler solves these problems by combining hydraulic compression, diesel power, and mobile operation in one machine. It can be moved to different working sites and compress scrap directly where the material is collected.

The 160-ton hydraulic pushing force compresses loose scrap into dense rectangular bales, helping customers reduce storage space and improve transportation efficiency. The 86kW diesel engine allows the machine to operate independently without external power, while the air cooling system supports stable hydraulic performance during continuous work.

For scrap recycling companies handling scattered materials, this machine helps reduce unnecessary transportation, lower labor intensity, and increase the value of processed scrap.

Specifications

Application

The Y83D-3000B diesel mobile metal baler is suitable for recycling and compressing various light and medium scrap materials.

Typical application areas include:

Scrap metal recycling yards

Mobile scrap collection stations

Demolition project sites

Car dismantling yards

Steel processing workshops

Aluminum and non-ferrous metal recycling centers

Remote recycling points without stable electricity

Suitable materials include:

Light steel scrap

Sheet metal

Aluminum scrap

Copper scrap

Stainless steel offcuts

Vehicle body panels

Appliance shells

Metal profiles and thin metal waste

By compressing loose scrap into compact 500×400×400mm bales, the machine helps improve truck loading efficiency, reduce yard storage pressure, and make scrap easier to handle in downstream recycling processes.

How It Works

The working process of the Y83D-3000B is simple and efficient. First, loose scrap metal is loaded into the press chamber. The open chamber size of 3000×1620×620mm allows operators to feed different shapes of light scrap materials conveniently.

After loading, the hydraulic system starts compression. Under 160 tons of pushing force and 20MPa working pressure, loose scrap is gradually compressed into dense rectangular bales. The final bale size is 500×400×400mm, which is suitable for stacking, transportation, and further processing.

The machine is powered by an 86kW diesel engine, so it can work outdoors without fixed power supply. During operation, the air cooling system helps maintain hydraulic oil temperature, improving continuous working stability and reducing downtime caused by overheating.

How To Choose

The Y83D-3000B is a suitable choice if your scrap material is mainly light or medium scrap with thickness below 3mm. If your daily operation requires 5–7 tons per hour capacity and your working site changes frequently, this diesel mobile baler can provide better flexibility than a fixed machine.

For customers working in remote areas or outdoor recycling yards, diesel power is more convenient because it does not require stable industrial electricity. If your main goal is to reduce loose scrap volume before transportation, the 500×400×400mm bale size can help improve loading density and reduce logistics cost.

Before choosing this model, buyers should confirm the main scrap type, maximum material thickness, expected hourly capacity, available loading method, working environment, and local transportation requirements. For heavier scrap or higher output demand, a larger mobile baler shear or gantry shear may be more suitable.

FAQ

Q1: What scrap material is suitable for the Y83D-3000B?

A: This machine is suitable for light and medium scrap metal below 3mm thickness, including sheet metal, aluminum scrap, light steel scrap, appliance shells, vehicle panels, and stainless steel offcuts.

Q2: What is the capacity of this diesel mobile metal baler?

A: The processing capacity is around 5–7 tons per hour, depending on the scrap type, material density, feeding efficiency, and operator experience.

Q3: Why is diesel power useful for scrap recycling sites?

A: Diesel power allows the machine to work independently without fixed electricity. It is especially suitable for outdoor yards, remote recycling stations, demolition sites, and temporary scrap collection points.

Q4: What are the advantages of the 500×400×400mm bale size?

A: This bale size is compact and easy to stack, load, transport, and sell. It helps reduce transportation volume and improves scrap handling efficiency.

Q5: Can this model be customized?

A: Yes. The machine can be customized according to the customer’s scrap type, capacity requirement, bale size preference, loading method, cooling system, and operating environment.