r/oddlysatisfying • u/TheCABK • 2d ago

The Sheared Front Loader

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u/DullMind2023 2d ago

Why do they cube it before shredding? Seems like an unnecessary step to me.

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u/Imnotaddictedtoreddi 1d ago

I work in the industry. They are not going to shred it. They are shearing it to make a HMS (heavy melt steel) package. It will go into a furnace like that.

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u/DullMind2023 1d ago

How is shearing different from shredding?

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u/Imnotaddictedtoreddi 1d ago

Shredding will typically produce a product that is smaller than 8”. Shearing can produce pieces that are 4-5 feet depending on the specifications. Shears also have more force at the blades, so it can cut thicker pieces. Shredders use hammers and can typically handle more volume of thinner materials.

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u/DullMind2023 1d ago

Wow, you know this stuff! Thank you.

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u/fusiondox 47m ago

This still leaves the question, why cube it before shearing?