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3TEK Bravo 6280 Hammer Mill Shredder

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What is the Bravo 6280?

The Bravo 6280 is a compact, mobile hammer-mill shredder engineered by 3TEK Global for efficient ferrous scrap metal processing. It is designed especially for small- to mid-sized scrap yards or recycling operations that want to upgrade their metal processing capabilities — turning collected scrap into furnace-ready, dense ferrous material.

Key Specifications & Features

Rotor & Hammers

4-pin, 9-disk rotor design; 62″ hammer swing diameter; rotor speed 750 RPM. Equipped with 8 cast-manganese hammers, each weighing 240 lbs — built for heavy-duty shredding.

Feed System

Integrated 19′ steel-belted infeed conveyor plus single feed roll (variable speed 0–10 RPM) for controlled, consistent feeding of scrap.

Dimensions & Mobility

Overall footprint ~ 50′ long × 14′ wide × 24′ high, mounted on a tracked undercarriage for mobility (class 345 track).

Power & Performance

Powered by a CAT® C32 Tier-4 certified diesel engine delivering 1,125 HP. With full load, fuel consumption is ~ 35 gallons/hour.

Output & Throughput

Designed to process approximately 1,500–3,000 tons per month of ferrous scrap. Output rate: ~15–20 tons per hour (ferrous output capacity). Output density: ≈ 65–70 lbs per cubic foot, producing clean, furnace-ready scrap.

Durability & Maintainability

Heavy-duty wear components — 3″ thick liners, 5″ reversible back wall, bolt-in anvil design, steel side walls, AR (abrasion-resistant) wear plates, large oil-bath bearings with RTD bearing monitoring — all designed for long service life and easy maintenance.

Controls & Operations

Equipped with an industry-standard mobile control platform (Allen-Bradley), with remote master display and diagnostics, automatic feed control, and standard compact pin puller included.

What Materials It Can Process

The Bravo 6280 is suitable for a broad range of scrap metal types, including:

  • White goods — washers, dryers, refrigerators, water heaters, lawn mowers, bicycles, etc.
  • Auto and truck parts — engines, axles, transmissions, fenders, hoods, wheels, leaf springs, etc.
  • Miscellaneous structural shapes — light structural steel, plate (within limits), pipe, channel, angle, and sheet metal up to certain thicknesses.
  • Mixed ferrous feed — lighter ferrous scrap and nonferrous metals in combination with downstream separation (if non-ferrous included).

Note: As with all heavy shredders, material geometry, thickness, and rigidity matter. Overly thick plate, extremely heavy shafts, or very large structural pieces may require pre-processing (cutting, flattening) for optimal performance.

Ideal Use-Cases / Who the Bravo 6280 is For

The Bravo 6280 is well suited for:

  • Small- to mid-sized scrap yards or recycling operations that want to scale up production without investing in a massive shredder.
  • Businesses targeting 1,500–3,000 tons per month — bridging the gap between small-scale collection and high-output shredding.
  • Operations that value mobility and a relatively compact footprint — allowing easier permitting and flexible placement, ideal for sites with limited space or relocation needs.
  • Producers focused on dense, furnace-ready scrap to maximize scrap value and attractiveness to steel mills.

Recommended Additional Equipment & Considerations

  • Mobile separation systems — for operations handling mixed ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, consider pairing the 6280 with a mobile separation system (e.g., eddy-current separators, ferrous/nonferrous sorting lines) to improve metal segregation and recovery rates.
  • Maintenance planning — follow a regular maintenance schedule that includes inspection of hammers, liners, bearings, and feed-roll wear plates; lubrication checks; and monitoring bearing temperatures via the RTD system to ensure reliability.
  • Pre-processing requirements — bulky or thick scrap may require cutting or flattening prior to shredding to ensure smooth feeding and avoid overload or equipment damage.

Summary / Value Proposition

The 3TEK Bravo 6280 represents a powerful yet practical step up for scrap metal recyclers transitioning from collection to full-scale processing. It combines industrial-strength hammer-mill shredding power with mobility and a footprint suitable for small to mid-sized yards — delivering consistent, furnace-ready scrap at a cost-effective rate. For scrap yards aiming to increase throughput, reduce labor costs, maximize scrap value, and build a professional-grade recycling operation, the Bravo 6280 is a strong foundation.
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