Description
The wood shredder or industrial shredder Bartly is a robust and versatile solution designed for the efficient reduction of wood waste and a wide range of industrial materials. Built with a reinforced structure and a simple yet highly effective mechanical design, this machine stands out for its durability, low energy consumption, reduced maintenance requirements and high productivity, even under continuous and demanding operation.
Function of the wood shredder / industrial shredder
The primary function of the shredder is to reduce the particle size of waste and by-products, transforming larger pieces into uniform shredded material that is easy to transport, store or process. By concentrating the shredding operation into a dedicated machine, it becomes possible to optimise waste flow, reduce volume, lower handling costs and create a consistent base for downstream recycling or energy recovery processes.
Materials and waste that can be shredded
The Bartly industrial shredder is designed to process a broad range of industrial waste materials. Common examples include:
- Wood and wood-based materials: pallets, boards, trims, offcuts, bark, chips, wood scraps, MDF, OSB, particle board and other engineered panels.
- Paper and cardboard: documents, books, archives, packaging and cardboard waste.
- Plastics: PET, HDPE, PVC, LDPE, ABS and thicker plastics used in recycling applications (subject to technical validation).
- Rubber: industrial rubber and selected tyres after technical evaluation.
- Light metals: light-gauge metal profiles, sheet metal scraps, small components and mixed-material parts, always subject to engineering approval.
- Organic waste: food residues, fruits, vegetables, leaves, branches and biomass.
- Glass, textiles and electronic waste (e-waste): handled in specific configurations and subject to prior Irmach validation.
- Additional compatible materials may be processed after engineering assessment.
Manual, automatic and dedicated feeding systems
The shredder can be fed manually through dedicated loading inlets or via integrated automatic feeding systems. The equipment can be supplied with conveyor belts, feeding hoppers or other dedicated systems to guarantee a steady and continuous material supply. This ensures a stable process, maximises installed power efficiency and reduces operator intervention, improving overall safety and productivity.
High performance and continuous operation
Thanks to its optimised design and properly dimensioned mechanical components, the Bartly industrial shredder ensures continuous and stable processing, even with high material volumes. Its structural robustness, simplified kinematics and easy maintenance access translate into reduced downtime, lower wear and increased operational availability.
Available models and custom-built solutions
Bartly offers several standard models of industrial wood shredders, each suited to different processing capacities, material types and operational requirements. When a standard version does not meet the specific needs of a facility, Irmach develops fully customised shredding solutions engineered to integrate seamlessly into the existing layout, waste transport systems and industrial workflow.
Integration with biomass, recycling and production lines
The industrial shredder can be integrated into biomass lines, boiler feeding systems, pellet production units, mixed-material recycling circuits and alternative fuel preparation lines. Connection with conveyors, silos, screens or extraction systems ensures a continuous and efficient flow from waste intake to final utilization or storage.
Material recovery and circular economy
Shredded material can be used as biomass for thermal energy, as feedstock for pellet production, as alternative fuel or as recycled raw material for new industrial processes. In this way, the Bartly wood shredder / industrial shredder supports waste reduction, increases resource reuse and promotes circular economy strategies.
Bartly solution developed by Irmach
Manufactured by Irmach and marketed under the Bartly brand, the wood shredder / industrial shredder is a reliable, versatile and adaptable solution for efficient waste treatment in demanding industrial environments. Its robust design, operational simplicity and high customisation capability make it a core element in modern industrial waste-management systems.
Frequently asked questions — Wood / Industrial Shredders
What types of waste can be processed by the Bartly shredder?
It can process wood and wood-based products (boards, pallets, trims, chips, bark, panels), selected plastics, rubber, paper and cardboard, light metals, organic waste, textiles and —in specific configurations— glass and certain types of electronic waste. All non-wood materials require prior validation by Irmach’s engineering team.
Is the shredder suitable for continuous operation?
Yes. The equipment is engineered for continuous operation in demanding industrial environments, with components sized for intensive cycles and low maintenance.
Are there multiple models or just one type of shredder?
Bartly provides several industrial shredder models with different processing capacities. When required, fully customised machines are developed to meet specific client requirements.
What can be done with the shredded material?
Shredded material can be used as biomass, pellet feedstock, alternative fuel or recycled raw material for new industrial processes, adding value while reducing waste.