Scrap rebar is a valuable recyclable metal resource commonly generated from construction sites, demolition projects, and steel processing plants. However, its long and irregular shape can make handling and recycling difficult.
The scrap rebar granulator provides an efficient solution by converting waste rebar into uniform steel granules, improving recycling efficiency and reducing transportation and storage costs.

What is a scrap rebar granulator?
The scrap rebar granulator cutting machine is a specialised metal recycling machine designed to process waste steel bars, construction rebar, and scrap reinforcement steel into small steel granules or pellets.
By cutting and crushing long rebar into uniform particles, the machine significantly reduces material volume, making transportation, storage, and recycling more efficient.
With the rapid development of the construction industry, large quantities of discarded steel reinforcement bars are generated from demolition projects, construction sites, and steel processing workshops. The rebar shredder provides an effective solution for recycling these valuable metal resources.
Main features of the scrap rebar granulator machine
- Reinforced steel body: the entire machine is constructed from a 60 mm-thick steel plate for exceptional durability and shock resistance, with a total weight reaching 4.2 tons.
- Heavy-duty chain drive shaft: uses a heavy-duty integrated chain to transmit power between the speed reducer and the gearbox, ensuring a robust, stable connection.
- 37kW copper-winding motor: 37kW pure copper motor with 100% copper windings—a high-quality machine deserves a high-quality motor.
- High processing efficiency: the machine can continuously process large volumes of scrap rebar, improving recycling efficiency and reducing labour costs.
- Durable cutting blades: made from wear-resistant alloy steel, the blades provide excellent cutting performance and long service life even when handling high-strength steel bars.
- Uniform granule size: the finished steel particles are consistent in size, which helps improve subsequent recycling and smelting processes.
- Easy operation: the equipment adopts a user-friendly control system, allowing operators to quickly master the machine with minimal training.



Applications of scrap rebar granulator
The metal granulator machine is widely used in:
- Metal recycling plants
- Steel processing factories
- Construction waste recycling centres
- Demolition contractors
- Scrap metal collection stations
- Resource recovery facilities



It is suitable for processing:
- Waste construction rebar
- Reinforcement steel bars
- Steel rods
- Scrap steel sections
- Metal offcuts
- Deformed steel bars



Parameters of scrap rebar granulator
| Modèle | 850# |
| Cutting capacity | Up to 32mm rebar |
| Cutting efficiency | 120 cuts/min (double-head) |
| Motor power | 37 kW |
| Reducer model | 850# |
| Motor speed | 1450 rpm |
| Machine weight | 4200 kg |
Technical advantages of using a scrap rebar granulator
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Volume reduction | Converts long steel bars into compact granules for easier storage and transportation |
| Higher recycling value | Uniform steel particles are easier to sell and recycle |
| Labor saving | Automated operation reduces manual handling |
| Increased productivity | Continuous processing improves throughput |
| Protection de l'environnement | Supports sustainable metal recycling and waste reduction |
Why invest in a scrap rebar granulator?
For metal recycling businesses, processing scrap rebar into steel granules can greatly increase the value of recyclable materials. Compared with manually cutting steel bars, the metal granulating machine offers faster production speed, lower labour requirements, and more consistent output quality.
As demand for recycled steel continues to grow worldwide, investing in a reliable scrap metal granulator machine can help businesses improve profitability while supporting environmental sustainability.
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