Portable alligator shears Companies that recycle oversize scrap or large defective plastic parts, like wash tubs or garbage cans, may find shredders that can handle objects that large to be a cost-prohibitive investment. Alligator shears can be a useful intermediate size-reduction step, but the stationary equipment may not be as useful if it is needed in multiple locations.
What’s new? Portable size reduction. BCA Industries introduced its portable gas-powered alligator shears at the beginning of this year.
Benefits Cost-effectiveness. Rather than bearing the costs of transporting long or bulky items to another location for shredding, these alligator shears can cut oversized items to a size that can be managed onsite by lower-power, lower-cost small or mid-sized shredders. The unit is easily moved between locations with a tow dolly, a forklift with a ball at the end of it or an ATV. A hydraulic drive at the rear of the unit helps users lift large pieces onto the cutting platform.
BCA Industries, Milwaukee, 414-353-1002, www.bca-industries.com
David Tillett | Associate Editor
Associate Editor David Tillett writes and edits for Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing, Plastics Recycling and The Journal of Blow Molding. He covers new products, industry news, patents and consumer and business equipment. He has more than 20 years of experience in daily newspaper, online and magazine journalism.
