Global waste tire generation exceeds 1 billion units annually, creating severe environmental challenges and untapped resource opportunities. A rubber tire shredder machine is the core industrial equipment that converts end-of-life tires into valuable reusable materials. It processes car, truck and industrial tires into uniform rubber chunks, fine rubber powder and clean steel wires, eliminating landfill waste while generating multiple revenue streams for operators. This modular system can be configured for different production scales and end product requirements, making it suitable for both small startups and large industrial recycling facilities. If you are interested in this waste tyre recycling machine, please contact the YG team for the latest quote.
Rubber Tire Shredder Machine Technical Parameters
| Model | YG-3 | YG-6 | YG-10 | YG-16 | YGL-16 | YG-30 |
| Capacity | 1-3t/d | 4-6t/d | 8-10t/d | 12-16t/d | 8t/d (only for rubber powder) | 30-35t/d |
| Working Process | Batch | Batch | Batch | Batch | Semi-continuous | Fully continuous |
| Reactor Size | φ1400*4900mm | φ2200*6000mm | φ2600*6600mm | φ2800*7100mm | φ2800*7100mm | φ1800*18500mm |
| Land (L*W*H) | 18m*4.2m*6m | 30m*12m*8m | 30m*13m*8m | 33m*13m*8m | 33m*13m*8m | 70m*20m*10m |
| Power | 16.65kw | 37.85kw | 44.3kw | 55.6kw | 55.6kw | 256kw |
| Burner | 2*200,000 kcal | 2*300,000 kcal | 2*300,000 kcal | 2*400,000 kcal | 2*400,000 kcal | 2.5 million kcal per set |
| Total Weight of Shipped Materials | About 18t | About 24.5t | About 28t | About 34.5t | About 34.5t | About 150t |
| Noise (dB) | ≤60 | ≤60 | ≤60 | ≤60 | ≤60 | ≤60 |
End Products & Their Commercial Value
- Rubber chunks (3- 8 cm): Used as alternative fuel in cement plants, power plants and steel mills due to their high calorific value, or as feedstock for further grinding into fine powder
- Rubber granules (3- 28 mm): The primary material for running tracks, sports fields, playground safety surfaces and rubber tiles. Rubber mulch produced by a rubber tire shredder machine is also widely used in landscaping for its shock absorption and weed suppression properties
- Fine rubber powder: Manufactured into rubber rolls, rubber mats, automotive parts and construction materials
- Clean steel wires: Sold to steel mills as high-quality scrap metal for reprocessing
- Pyrolysis feedstock: Both rubber chunks and powder can be used for tire pyrolysis to produce fuel oil and carbon black
- Tire mulching machine configurations are available for operators focusing specifically on producing landscaping and playground materials.
Standardized Production Lines For Different Business Scales
Our waste tyre recycling machine lineup covers all production capacities from small batch processing to fully continuous industrial operation, allowing you to select the perfect configuration for your investment budget and market demand:
Small-scale lines (YG-3, YG-6): Process 1-6 tons of tires per day with batch operation. Compact design requires minimal land space and initial investment, ideal for entrepreneurs entering the tire recycling industry or serving local markets.
Medium-scale lines (YG-10, YG-16, YGL-16): Process 8-16 tons daily. YGL-16 model is optimized specifically for high-volume rubber powder production, delivering consistent particle size and high purity. Suitable for established regional recycling operators.
Large-scale line (YG-30): Fully continuous production system processing 30-35 tons per day. Designed for industrial-scale operations serving national or international markets, with integrated automation to reduce labor requirements.
Complete Tire Recycling Production Process
Stage 1: Tire Pretreatment (Core Size Reduction)
This stage converts whole intact tires into uniform rubber chunks while removing the heaviest steel components:
- Tire wire drawing: Whole waste tires first enter the tire wire drawing machine, which extracts the thick steel wires from the tire bead openings. This step prevents steel wires from damaging downstream cutting equipment and produces clean, sellable steel scrap directly.
- Primary shredding: The de-wired tires are then fed into the rubber tire shredder machine. Equipped with an optional adjustable screen, it tears tires into 3- 8 cm uniform rubber chunks. The screen can be changed to produce different chunk sizes based on your end market needs.
- For operators processing large truck tires or OTR tires, an optional tire cutter can be added before shredding to split oversized tires into smaller pieces for easier processing.
Stage 2: Rubber Powder Deep Processing
This stage further refines rubber chunks into high-purity fine rubber powder, separating all residual steel and nylon fibers:
- Secondary crushing: Rubber chunks enter the cracker mill (rubber crusher), which grinds them into smaller particles through high-pressure rolling.
- Primary screening: The ground material passes through a main screener to separate particles of different sizes. Oversized particles are sent back to the cracker mill for re-grinding.
- Magnetic separation: The material then goes through a three-roll magnetic separator, which extracts 99% of residual steel wires embedded in the rubber. The collected steel wires are automatically discharged and collected for sale.
- Final screening: A secondary fine screener classifies the rubber particles into different grades according to size.
- Cooling & fiber separation: The rubber powder passes through a cooling system to reduce processing temperature, then enters an air separator, which blows out and removes all lightweight nylon fibers from the rubber powder.
- Finished product collection: The final pure rubber powder is conveyed to storage silos or packaging stations.
Single Machine vs Complete Production Line: Making The Right Choice
Many first-time buyers struggle to decide between purchasing a standalone machine or a complete production line. Here is a clear comparison to help you make the best decision:
Choose a standalone rubber tire shredder machine if:
- You already own some tire recycling equipment and only need to replace or add a specific unit
- Your daily waste tire supply is less than 3 tons
- You have a guaranteed buyer for raw rubber chunks and do not need to produce higher-value products
- You have a very limited initial budget
Choose a complete production line if:
- You have a steady supply of 5+ tons of waste tires per day
- You want to produce multiple end products to serve different markets
- You want to maximize your profit margin per ton of processed tires
- You plan to scale your business in the future
Tyre Recycling Machine For Sale
Waste tires are not garbage—they are a valuable resource waiting to be turned into steady revenue. Our team provides free customized project feasibility analysis, including local raw material supply assessment, end product market demand forecast and preliminary profit calculation. Whether you need a standalone tire mulching machine or a full-scale rubber tire shredder machine, we will design the most cost-effective solution for your specific needs. Contact us today to get your personalized tyre recycling machine for sale quote and take the first step toward building a profitable and sustainable recycling business.
