Compact and Newly Invented: The HAMMEL-Shredder Type VB 850 DK

HAMMEL Recyclingtechnik GmbH, based in central Germany, is a manufacturer of pre-shredders and secondary shredders and complete processing systems that have been sold worldwide from Bad Salzungen in Thuringia since 1996.

The HAMMEL product range of pre-shredders contains five models, which are available as stationary electric or mobile diesel-powered versions. The second largest model is the HAMMEL shredder type VB 850 DK. The mobile version is powered by a Cummins STAGE 5 diesel engine with approx. 525 HP. With the optimised drive concept with a coordinated hydraulic system and a powerful 2-tower gearbox, the shredder is able to process large-volume and bulky input materials quickly and easily.

Thanks to the 2-shaft principle and multifunctionality, the shredding of wood waste (roots, stumps, pallets, logs, etc.) and other materials such as bulky and household waste, aluminum profiles and packaging, car bodies and light or mixed scrap is easy to carry out. It provides customers with complete flexibility in usage. The machine is equipped with a practical ‘EASY To USE’ control system, which allows different shredding programs to be selected depending on the material to be shredded. Clear text error messages on the color display enable quick solutions to be found for service and maintenance work. The HAMMEL VB 850 DK is self-driving via a track system and can be easily transported. The compact design with a transport width of only 2.5 m offers mobility advantages for road transport.

The long discharge conveyor with a discharge height of approx. 4,800 mm can be adjusted hydraulically, which enables a high stockpiling of the source material.

The shredder has already been in use for some time. Thanks to the company’s innovative approach, the models are adapted and modified to meet market demands and customer requirements.

VB 850 DK reinvented – optimisations from HAMMEL

• Newly designed discharge conveyor with discharge height of approx. 5,000 mm
• Magnet can be moved parallel to the discharge conveyor (up to max. 500 mm between conveyor belt and magnet)
• Improved magnet position for optimum metal separation with higher discharge height
• Direct, maintenance-friendly belt drive
• Higher belt speed of approx. 3 m/s (infinitely variable)
• 2-wing front door for easy handling and cleaning
• New warning light system with various color functions

The modifications have already been implemented in the production and some machines are delivered to customers or are on demo tour. Visit the events and find out more about new machine developments and new ideas. Further information at: hammel.de

(Published in GLOBAL RECYCLING Magazine 1/2025, Page 36 -Adverorial-, Photos: HAMMEL Recyclingtechnik GmbH)