In 2025, Wanshida Hydraulic Machinery successfully delivered a 4000-ton Gantry Shear to a large scrap processing company in Peru, supporting the cutting and preparation of heavy ferrous scrap from mining-related industries, infrastructure projects, and industrial demolition sites.

As Peru continues to invest heavily in mining, construction, and infrastructure development, scrap processors are facing increasing volumes of thick plates, structural steel, and oversized scrap that require high-capacity, reliable cutting equipment.

Peruvian scrap yards frequently handle:

• Heavy steel plates from mining and industrial equipment

• Structural beams and profiles

• Demolition scrap from infrastructure projects

• Mixed industrial ferrous scrap

Conventional cutting equipment struggled to process these materials efficiently, creating bottlenecks in daily operations.

Manual flame cutting is still used in some facilities, leading to:

• High labor intensity

• Safety risks from sparks and open flames

• Inconsistent cutting sizes

• Slower overall productivity

The customer required a high-capacity mechanical cutting solution to improve safety while significantly increasing throughput.

Scrap processing in Peru often involves long working hours to match supply from mining and construction sectors.
Equipment reliability and continuous-duty capability were critical requirements.

After evaluating several heavy-duty cutting solutions, the customer selected the 4000-ton Gantry Shear due to its:

• Extremely strong cutting force suitable for thick and heavy steel scrap

• Gantry-style structure designed for oversized material handling

• Continuous feeding and cutting capability for high-volume processing

• Stable hydraulic system for long-duty cycles

• Robust construction for harsh industrial environments

The machine was configured to process heavy plates, beams, large sections, and mixed demolition scrap efficiently.

After commissioning, the customer reported significant improvements:

• Substantial increase in daily cutting capacity

• Faster processing of oversized and heavy scrap, eliminating production bottlenecks

• Reduced reliance on manual flame cutting, improving workplace safety

• Cleaner and more uniform cut lengths, simplifying handling and transport

• More stable and predictable production flow

The gantry shear quickly became a key piece of equipment in the customer’s scrap processing operation.

The operations manager commented:

“This 4000-ton gantry shear gives us the power and stability we need for heavy scrap.
It has greatly improved our efficiency and safety, especially when handling thick plates and large steel sections.”

This project highlights how high-capacity gantry shears play an essential role in supporting Peru’s growing scrap recycling industry.
By delivering powerful cutting performance, continuous operation, and improved safety, Wanshida continues to provide reliable heavy-duty scrap processing solutions for demanding markets in South America.