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    • Industrial Shredders
      • ZSS Shredder
      • ZBS Shredder
      • ZIS Shredder
      • ZHS Shredder
    • Specialty Shredders
      • ZCS Shredder
      • ZRS Shredder
      • ZXS Shredder
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  • Zerma America
  • Industrial Shredders
    • ZSS Shredder
    • ZBS Shredder
    • ZIS Shredder
    • ZHS Shredder
  • Specialty Shredders
    • ZCS Shredder
    • ZRS Shredder
    • ZXS Shredder
    • ZXS-T Shredder
  • Parts and Services
    • Parts
    • FAQs
    • Terminology
    • Testing
    • Trade Shows
    • Pictures and Videos
    • Environmental Policy
    • Contact Us
    • Blog
    • Log IMM

Terminology

Shaft

The rotating axle that holds the cutting tools or blades; may be single, dual, or quad depending on shredder configuration. 

Hydraulic Ram

A force-driven mechanism that pushes large or bulky material into the shredder to ensure continuous throughput. 

Overload Protection

A built-in system that prevents motor or gearbox damage by shutting off or reversing direction when load thresholds are exceeded. 

Auto-Reverse

A smart feature that reverses the motor automatically if the machine becomes jammed, helping prevent downtime.

Industrial Shredder

A robust machine used for the primary reduction of solid waste, capable of handling plastics, purgings, film, and rigid materials.

Slow-Speed Shredder

A low-RPM, high-torque shredder designed to minimize noise and dust during the initial size reduction of heavy or bulky waste.

Feed Rollers

Powered rollers that grip and feed plastic sheets or film into the shredder or granulator for consistent processing.

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9120 Centerlinks Commerce Dr. Unit 4 Fort Myers, FL 33912

239-219-1100

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