Three-shaft shredders

Electric or hydraulic drive — from 22 to 235 kW

Satrindtech three-shaft shredders combine the advantages of dual-shaft shredding with superior control over output particle size. The third shaft, centrally positioned, performs a pre-screening and re-shredding function: material that has not yet reached the desired size is intercepted and reprocessed before exiting the working chamber. The result is significantly more uniform output compared to dual-shaft shredders, without the need for calibration screens as in single-shaft units.

This technology is particularly suitable for applications requiring controlled and consistent particle size: WEEE, medical waste, plastics, wood, and industrial waste. The low shaft speed reduces dust generation and heat, preserving the quality of shredded material and facilitating downstream separation operations. The range covers power ratings from 22 to 235 kW with working chambers up to 1950×1250 mm, available in electric version for compact sizes and hydraulic for large-capacity machines.

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Applications / Materials

Three-shaft technology ensures uniform and consistent output, making it ideal for applications where particle size quality is critical for downstream separation, recycling, or disposal processes.

Medical waste icon Medical waste
Electronic waste icon Electronic components / WEEE
Plastics icon Plastics (rigid, technical, mixed)
Industrial waste icon Industrial waste
Wood icon Wood
Textile waste icon Textile materials
Paper icon Paper and cardboard
Municipal waste icon Municipal solid waste (MSW)

Technical specifications

The three-shaft series is divided into two main families: the K series (compact, electric drive) and the R series (high capacity, electric or hydraulic drive).

3K Series – Electric drive (22–44 kW)

Three-shaft shredder designed to combine volume reduction and enhanced particle size control in a single robust and reliable solution.

Three-shaft shredder designed to ensure volume reduction, enhanced particle size control, and operational continuity in the most demanding applications.

Electric three-shaft shredder designed to deliver volume reduction, particle size control, and high efficiency in the most demanding industrial applications.

3R Series – Hydraulic drive (55.5–235 kW)

High-capacity three-shaft shredder designed to combine volume reduction, particle size control, and operational continuity in the most demanding applications.

Large-capacity three-shaft shredder designed for very demanding applications requiring high cutting force, particle size control, and operational continuity.

Safety and reliability

SatrindTech three-shaft shredders are designed and manufactured in compliance with the European Machinery Directive. The three-shaft configuration, with the third shaft operating at differentiated speed, reduces impulsive stress on the structure and increases component service life compared to traditional dual-shaft systems.
  • Automatic overload protection system: Automatic shaft reversal in case of non-shreddable material, with cycle resumption without operator intervention.

  • Access panels with safety microswitches: Automatic shutdown of all three shafts when any access panel is opened.

  • Low shaft speed: The reduced shaft speed minimizes dust generation and the risk of material overheating, particularly important for WEEE and medical waste.

  • Interchangeable blades: Rapid replacement of blades and spacers without rotor disassembly, with minimal downtime.

  • Heavy-duty steel frame: Load-bearing structure dimensioned to absorb the stresses typical of shredding hard and heterogeneous materials.

  • Integrated electrical panel with PLC: Automatic work cycle management, operational parameter monitoring, and interface for integration into supervisory systems.

Three-shaft shredders

Plant integration

Satrindtech three-shaft shredders integrate into waste treatment plants, recycling lines, and industrial processes requiring uniform and controlled output.

Do you have a specific application?

From technical consultancy to shredding tests at our facility: we guide you in selecting the most suitable solution for your process.

Contact us to speak with one of our technicians or to schedule a shredding test with your material.