Shredded Rubber
Rubber Scrap · Tire Shred · Recycled Rubber Feedstock
Shredded rubber is produced by processing tires and other rubber products into irregular pieces for recycling, energy recovery, or reuse applications. The material is resilient, compressible, and irregular in shape, creating handling characteristics that differ significantly from rigid bulk solids. Depending on the source material, shredded rubber may contain reinforcing fibers, steel fragments, and additives that influence flowability and equipment wear. KWS designs conveying systems that provide reliable material flow while minimizing plugging, wrapping, and maintenance requirements.
Overview
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Applications
- Tire recycling and reclamation
- Alternative fuel and waste-to-energy applications
- Rubber compounding and manufacturing
- Athletic surfaces and playground materials
- Civil engineering and construction products
Material Characteristics
| Property | Value / Description |
|---|---|
| Common Forms | Shredded Tire Rubber, Rubber Scrap, Recycled Elastomer Feedstock |
| Bulk Density | 15-35 lb/ft³ (depends on shred size, composition, and compaction) |
| Flow Behavior | Poorly flowing; irregular particles tend to interlock and bridge |
| Abrasiveness | Low to Moderate Embedded steel and contaminants may increase wear |
| Corrosiveness | Not Corrosive |
| Dust Potential | Moderate Fines may be generated during processing and conveying |
Handling Challenges
- Bridging and inconsistent flow in hoppers and storage bins
- Material wrapping and plugging in conventional conveying equipment
- Variable feed characteristics due to mixed recycled content
- Potential contamination from embedded steel wire and fibers
- Maintaining consistent feed rates for downstream processing
Summary
Shredded rubber requires conveying and storage systems designed for resilient, irregularly shaped recycled materials. KWS Manufacturing provides engineered solutions—including shaftless screw conveyors, drag conveyors, and live bottom bins—that ensure reliable flow while minimizing plugging and maintenance.
With extensive experience handling recycled materials, elastomers, and difficult-to-flow bulk solids, KWS ensures efficient, durable, and dependable performance for shredded rubber handling systems.
