The scrap steel recycling market in Indonesia has its own practical operating conditions. Scrap sources are often scattered, material types are mixed, and transportation cost has a direct impact on profit. For many recycling yards, cutting irregular steel scrap into shorter and more manageable sizes is an important step before loading, transportation or further processing.

In this case, the Indonesian customer collects scrap steel from repair workshops, construction demolition sites, small manufacturing plants and metal processing workshops. The common materials include rebar offcuts, round steel, angle steel, short pipes, dismantled machine parts and mixed steel scrap. Because these materials are irregular in shape, the customer needed a reliable cutting machine to improve loading density and make daily scrap handling more efficient.

After reviewing the customer’s material range and site operation method, we recommended the Q43-3150 Alligator Metal Shear for medium steel scrap cutting.

Before purchasing the machine, the customer used manual flame cutting for some long or hard steel scrap. This method required low initial investment, but it created several problems in daily operation. Cutting speed was slow, labor intensity was high, the final cutting size was inconsistent, and site safety management became more difficult. Flame cutting also produced smoke and heat, which was not ideal for long-term recycling yard operation.

As the scrap volume increased, the customer wanted a hydraulic cutting machine with stable cutting performance, simple control and easy operation for ordinary workers. Since the main materials were medium-sized steel scrap, a large gantry shear was not necessary. An alligator shear was a better match for the customer’s budget and real working conditions.

Based on the customer’s material size and working site, we recommended the Q43-3150 hydraulic alligator shear. The machine provides a largest shear force of 3150kN and a largest holding force of 630kN. With a 1200mm blade length, it is suitable for cutting common steel materials such as 70×70mm square steel or Φ80mm round steel.

This alligator shear machine uses manual feeding, which matches the actual operation of many recycling yards in Indonesia where workers sort and feed scrap by hand. The operation can be manual or PLC semi-automatic, giving the customer a simple operating method while allowing better production control in the future.

The Q43-3150 Alligator Metal Shear is suitable for medium steel scrap processing. Its structure is relatively compact, and the installation and operation requirements are not complicated. For recycling yards with limited space, mixed scrap types and frequent cutting needs, this machine is more flexible than a large cutting line.

The 3150kN shear force covers most of the customer’s daily cutting requirements, while the 1200mm blade length improves the cutting range of each stroke. The 630kN holding force helps clamp the material during cutting, reducing movement and improving cutting stability. With a cutting frequency of 12–20 times per minute, the customer can increase scrap processing speed and reduce waiting time in the yard.

For Indonesian customers, easy maintenance is also an important factor. The Q43-3150 uses a mature hydraulic structure, runs smoothly and provides safe, reliable performance for long-term recycling operations.

The customer chose us not only because the machine parameters matched the application, but also because we recommended the suitable model according to the real scrap situation. Instead of simply offering a larger and more expensive machine, we considered the customer’s material size, feeding method, power condition, operator habits and investment budget. Based on these factors, the Q43-3150 was selected as a practical solution.

With around forty years of manufacturing experience in hydraulic scrap recycling equipment, our factory produces hydraulic alligator shears, scrap metal balers, gantry shears, metal briquetting presses and other recycling machines. Our engineering team can provide customized suggestions for different working conditions, including blade length, cutting force, control method, voltage standard and equipment layout.

CE and ISO9001 certification support can also be provided to help overseas customers reduce purchasing risk and complete their projects with more confidence.

This project shows that choosing the right cutting equipment can directly improve the operating efficiency of scrap recycling companies in Indonesia. The Q43-3150 Alligator Metal Shear meets the cutting requirements of medium steel scrap without creating excessive pressure on site space or investment budget.

With this machine, the customer can cut irregular steel scrap into shorter, easier-to-handle pieces, reduce manual flame cutting and improve daily yard operation. For similar customers processing rebar, round steel, angle steel, short pipes and general mixed steel scrap, the Q43-3150 alligator shear is a practical model worth considering.