Industrial Textile Shredder for Carpet and Upholstery Waste

The recycling of carpet and upholstery waste presents a significant challenge within the circular economy. These materials often consist of multiple layers, strong fibers, and various plastics, which can cause conventional machines to jam or underperform.

A wet grinding and granulating machine is essential for professional recyclers aiming for high-quality end products from contaminated plastic streams. Unlike standard dry grinding, this technology integrates an intensive washing process directly into the cutting chamber. This not only results in efficient size reduction but also produces cleaner 'flakes' ready for further processing right away. Industrial textile shredder, The industrial textile shredder, specially designed for heavy and bulky textile waste, is therefore essential for efficient and reliable processing.

Why Carpet and Upholstery Waste is Difficult to Recycle

Carpet and upholstery materials differ significantly from standard textile waste such as clothing. In practice, recycling companies and waste processors encounter the following issues:

• Multiple layers (fibers, backing, adhesive, and foam)
• High tensile strength and abrasion resistance
• Strong fiber entanglement and winding
• Varying thickness and density per batch

Without a robust shredder, this leads to frequent downtime, high maintenance costs, and irregular output.

Our solution: Industrial carpet and upholstery shredder

For these applications, a specialized industrial textile shredder for carpet and furniture upholstery waste is the most reliable solution. This machine is designed for continuous industrial use and processes heavy and complex textile materials effortlessly.

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Industrial textile waste shredder

Suitable for various materials

• Carpet rolls and carpet remnants
• Furniture upholstery and covering materials
• Mixed Textile Waste
• Textile with foam, backing, or adhesive residues

Key Benefits of an Industrial Textile Shredder

• Low speed, high torque for heavy materials
• Anti-tangle blade design to prevent fiber buildup
• Constant output size for further processing
• Rugged industrial construction For long-term use
• Easy maintenance and quick blade change

These features make the shredder particularly suitable for carpet recycling and waste streams from furnishings.

Shredder configurations for carpet and textile waste

Two-axle textile shredder

Ideal for:

• Thick carpet rolls
• Large, bulky pieces
• Pre-shredding before further recycling

Features:

• High Tensile Strength
• Very stable with varying material flows

Single-shaft shredder with screen

Ideal for:

• Consistent output
• Preparation for granulators or cutting mills

Both configurations can be used individually or in combination within a complete recycling line.

Typical applications in the Netherlands and Europe

• Carpet recycling plants
• Waste processing companies
• Municipal recycling centers
• Furniture and Upholstery Industry
• Circular Economy and EPR Projects

With stricter EU regulations and increasing focus on reuse, the demand for professional textile recycling solutions is growing rapidly.

Integration into a complete recycling line

An industrial textile shredder often represents the first step in a comprehensive recycling solution:

1. Input via conveyor belt or hopper
2. Textile shredder (pre-shredding)
3. Conveyor belt
4. Granulator or cutting mill
5. Sorting, fiber opening, or further processing

This setup enhances efficiency and reduces total operational costs.

Capacity and Performance

Depending on material and configuration, the shredder offers:

• Capacity: several hundred to several thousand kg/hour
• Adjustable output size
• Optimized energy consumption
• Reliable performance in continuous operation

Each installation can be tailored to the specific requirements of your recycling process.

Meets EU and Dutch standards

• CE-compliant design
• Industrial Safety Features
• Suited for European recycling projects
• Support for installation, training, and after-sales service

This makes the shredder suitable for both commercial and municipal applications.

Why Choose Our Industrial Textile Shredder

• Extensive experience in textile and carpet recycling
• Tailored solutions for complex waste streams
• Reliable, heavy-duty industrial construction quality
• Suited for the Dutch and European market
• Professional technical support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is this shredder suitable for carpet with backing and adhesive?

Yes, the machine is specifically designed for efficient processing of carpet with backing, adhesive, and foam.

Can mixed textile waste be shredded?

Yes, both natural and synthetic fibers, as well as mixed materials, can be processed without any issues.

How is fiber winding prevented?

By the low speed, high torque, and a special anti-winding blade design.

Is customization possible?

Yes, capacity, configuration, and feed systems can be adjusted to your application.

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