Shredding Cast Aluminum : Video Wolf 9500 and Hammel 950
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Why Shred Cast Aluminum?
Cast aluminum is a valuable non-ferrous material widely used in automotive, industrial, and construction applications. Recycling it efficiently requires a machine that can break it down quickly, safely, and to smelter-ready specs. That’s where the Wolf 9500 shredder and Hammel 950 excel.
See one of our Shredders in Action Shredding Cast Aluminum
Watch the video below to see a Hammel 950 in action shredding cast aluminum with ease.
Built for the Job: The Overbuilt Power of the Wolf 9500
The Wolf 9500 is engineered from the ground up to handle demanding scrap environments. With a heavy-duty frame, reinforced drivetrain, and optimized shafts, it’s an overbuilt shredder that thrives in high-throughput aluminum shredding applications.
Cast aluminum is considered an easy material for the Wolf 9500 to process. Its density and structure allow the machine to maintain a high rate of production, minimizing downtime while maximizing tonnage per hour. Many operations report output levels of 30–40 tons per hour, depending on setup and infeed consistency.
📦 Smelter-Ready Output, Right Off the Belt
One of the key benefits of shredding cast aluminum with the Wolf 9500 is its ability to produce consistently sized, furnace-ready material. The shred size is ideal for downstream smelters, reducing the need for additional sizing or separation steps before melting.
This translates to:
- Higher resale value
- Less prep work for buyers
- Faster throughput through your own facility
🚛 Reduce Logistics Costs
If you're currently shipping unshredded cast aluminum off-site, consider the impact on logistics. Shredding material in-house with the Wolf 9500 means:
- Dramatic reduction in transport volume
- Fewer truckloads
- Lower fuel and freight costs
- Less double-handling
These savings compound quickly and can have a significant effect on your bottom line — especially at scale.
Cross-Belt Magnet for Ferrous Separation
While cast aluminum is non-ferrous, there’s always a risk of accidental ferrous contamination from mixed scrap, bolts, or fasteners. The Wolf 9500 is compatible with a cross-belt magnet, which can be installed to automatically pull out any ferrous pieces during discharge — protecting your smelter relationships and ensuring a cleaner product.
Ready to Upgrade Your Aluminum Processing Operation?
If you're processing cast aluminum and looking to increase production, improve output quality, or cut transport costs, the Wolf 9500 is the shredder built for the job. Contact us today at 425-401-2000 to speak with a specialist, or place an inquiry here to learn more about equipment availability, setup recommendations, and pricing.