Valencia is Spain’s busiest port for scrap-metal exports, where logistics costs and loading efficiency directly affect profitability. In mid-2024, a major exporter turned to WANSHIDA, a professional scrap metal baler manufacturer, for a solution that could compress large volumes of mixed scrap into uniform, high-density bales.

The exporter selected the Y83/T-250B built by WANSHIDA. This advanced baler provides a 250-ton cylinder pushing and shearing force and operates at a maximum working pressure of 25 MPa. It features a 2000×1750×900 mm compression chamber and produces 500×500 mm bales with a theoretical dry cycle of only 90 seconds. Powered by a 90 kW motor, the machine consistently processes 5 tons of scrap per hour while reducing electricity use by about 15 %.

During installation, WANSHIDA dispatched a skilled team to supervise CE certification and to train local operators. The baler’s PLC control system simplifies operations and ensures that each bale meets strict EU shipping standards. Push-out bale discharge speeds handling, reducing container loading time and labor costs.

Since commissioning the Y83/T-250B, the exporter has seen a 20 % increase in container utilization and an 18 % reduction in overall transport expenses. Dense 500×500 mm bales maximize shipping space and prevent cargo shifting during long voyages, improving safety and lowering insurance premiums. WANSHIDA also provides rapid after-sales support and spare-part availability, giving the company confidence in uninterrupted operations during peak export seasons.

Management highlighted that working with WANSHIDA brought more than just equipment—it provided a partnership focused on operational efficiency and compliance with EU environmental requirements. With export demand rising, the company plans to add another Y83/T-250B next year and continue its relationship with WANSHIDA, ensuring sustained cost savings and reliable global shipping.