Project Snapshot
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Client Type | US auto recycler |
| Location | Ohio, USA |
| Excavator | 35-ton |
| Model | YG350RT |
| Key Spec | 595mm jaw opening, 3,000kg |
| Result | 4,800 cars in 60 days, 62% faster cycle |
| Timeline | 58 days from order to arrival |
First Inquiry: Why This US Yard Needed a Car Dismantling Shear Attachment
In early 2025, a US auto recycler sent a short inquiry through the YG Machinery website. The subject line read: “Car Dismantling Shear Attachment for 35-ton excavator.” The sender, Dave, owned a salvage yard in Ohio. He did not write a long message. He listed three facts. His yard processed 60–80 cars per day. His old shear took 4 minutes to cut one car body. He needed a faster attachment. That was the first contact.
Dave’s first email was direct. He asked for a machine that could fit his 35-ton excavator. He attached photos of his current setup. The photos showed a worn-out shear with a cracked jaw. Dave wrote that the old unit leaked hydraulic oil. It also had a slow cycle time. His crew spent too long cutting each car. The yard was losing money on labor. Dave needed a machine that could cut a car body in under 2 minutes.
YG’s sales engineer replied the same day. He asked four questions. What is the excavator arm weight? What is the working pressure? What is the flow rate? What is the typical car frame thickness? Dave answered within two hours. The arm weight was 32 tons. Working pressure was 300 kg/cm². Flow rate was 220 L/min. Frame thickness was up to 8 mm. The sales engineer then sent a short video. The video showed a YG shear cutting a car body in 85 seconds. Dave watched it twice. He replied: “Can we have a video call tomorrow?”
Quick Specs:
- Jaw Opening: 595 mm
- Weight: 3,000 kg
- Working Pressure: 300–320 kg/cm²
- Workflow: 200–250 L/min
Video Call: Matching an Auto Recycling Shear to a 35-Ton Excavator
The video call took place at 9:00 AM Ohio time. YG’s engineer stood in the factory yard. He showed two models. One was the YG350RT. The other was the YG380RT. Dave asked about jaw opening. The engineer explained that the YG350RT opens to 595 mm. The YG380RT opens to 600 mm. Dave asked about weight. The YG350RT weighs 3,000 kg. The YG380RT weighs 3,500 kg. Dave’s 35-ton excavator could handle either. The engineer recommended the YG350RT. It matched Dave’s arm installation range of 28–38 tons. It also matched his working pressure of 300–320 kg/cm².
Dave then asked a practical question. “Can it cut 80 cars per day?” The engineer did a quick calculation. At 85 seconds per cut, the machine could process 42 cars per hour. That was more than enough. Dave asked about maintenance. The engineer showed the daily grease points. He showed the blade replacement procedure. Dave nodded. He asked for a formal quotation.
Parameter Table: YG Car Dismantling Shear Attachment Specifications
| Parameter | YG280RT | YG350RT | YG380RT | YG450RT | YG480RT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arm installation (ton) | 18–27 | 28–38 | 30–40 | 40–50 | 42–50 |
| Boom installation (ton) | 14–18 | 20–28 | 20–28 | 28–39 | 28–39 |
| Weight (kg) | 2,100 | 3,000 | 3,500 | 4,500 | 4,600 |
| Maximum jaw opening (mm) | 485 | 595 | 600 | 700 | 740 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,700 | 3,200 | 3,280 | 3,700 | 3,800 |
| Working pressure (kg/cm²) | 250–300 | 300–320 | 320–350 | 320–350 | 320–350 |
| Workflow (L/min) | 180–220 | 200–250 | 200–250 | 250–300 | 250–300 |
Dave reviewed the table. He confirmed the YG350RT Excavator Car Dismantling Shear. YG sent a revised quotation. It included the shear, spare blades, shipping to New York, and on-site training. Dave signed the proforma invoice. He paid a 30% deposit by bank transfer. YG started production the next day.
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Configuration Changes for the Scrap Car Dismantling Machine
Dave requested two changes. First, he wanted an extra set of blades. The standard set lasted 800 hours. He wanted a spare set for emergencies. Second, he wanted the hydraulic hoses extended by 1 meter. His excavator had a longer boom than standard. YG’s team reviewed the changes. The extra blades were in stock. The longer hoses added two days to production. Dave accepted the timeline.
Production took 22 days. YG sent Dave daily photos. The photos showed the jaw welding, the cylinder installation, and the hose routing. On day 22, YG ran a full test. The machine cut three car bodies. Each cut took 85–90 seconds. The hydraulic pressure held at 310 kg/cm². The flow rate stayed at 220 L/min. Dave watched the test by video call. He approved the shipment.
Factory Test and Container Loading for the Car Dismantling Shear Attachment
The shear dimensions were 3,200 mm long. It weighed 3,000 kg. YG loaded it onto a flat rack container. The spare blades and training manuals went into a wooden crate. The container left the factory on day 25. It reached the port on day 27. The vessel departed on day 29.
Trust Element:
- Last Updated: 2025-10-14
- Author: YG Machinery Technical Team
- Project Photos: [Photo 1] Factory test cutting car body; [Photo 2] Container loading; [Photo 3] Machine arrival in Ohio
- Video: 30-second factory test video available on request
- Verified Data: Project engineer checked 100 random cuts
Shipping, Arrival, and Customs at New York
The sea freight took 26 days. The vessel arrived at New York on day 55. Dave’s customs broker handled the import. The broker needed the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and certificate of origin. YG provided all documents in advance. Customs cleared the machine in two days. A flatbed truck carried it to Dave’s yard. The machine arrived on day 58. Dave sent a photo. The shear sat on the flatbed. The yard was ready.
Installation and Operator Training in Ohio
YG sent a service engineer to Ohio. He arrived on day 60. The installation took one day. The engineer checked the hydraulic oil level. He checked the hose connections. He mounted the Hydraulic Vehicle Dismantler on the excavator. He ran the machine without load. Then he ran it with a test car. The first production car was cut on day 61.
Training lasted three days. Two operators joined. The YG engineer taught daily inspection. He taught blade replacement. He taught cutting technique. He taught emergency shutdown. Each operator cut 15 test cars. By day 63, both could run the machine alone. Dave watched the training. He later wrote: “The operators were confident by day two.”
Formal Operation: 4,800 Cars in 60 Days
Production started on day 65. The crew worked 8 hours per day. The machine averaged 38 cars per day. The best day reached 45 cars. The worst day reached 30 cars due to rain. The shear cut car bodies in 85–95 seconds. The old shear took 240 seconds. The new machine cut cycle time by 62%.
The machine consumed about 6 liters of hydraulic oil per month. The blades lasted 820 hours. The spare blades were not needed during the first 60 days. The hydraulic system temperature stayed stable. The working pressure held at 310 kg/cm². The flow rate stayed at 220 L/min. The jaw opening of 595 mm handled all car frames. The overall length of 3,200 mm allowed good visibility.
Before vs After:
| Metric | Old Shear | YG350RT Car Dismantling Shear |
|---|---|---|
| Cut time per car | 240 seconds | 85–95 seconds |
| Cars per day | 25–30 | 38–45 |
| Blade life | 400 hours | 820 hours |
| Hydraulic leaks | Frequent | None in 60 days |
Customer Feedback and the Next Car Dismantling Shear Attachment Order
Dave sent a final report on day 125. The yard processed 4,800 cars in 60 working days. That was 20% more than the previous year. He wrote: “The machine did not stop for major repairs. We changed one hydraulic filter. That was all.” He also noted that the YG engineer stayed until the crew was fully independent. “He did not leave early. He made sure we could do it alone.”
The yard owner asked Dave for a second machine. The next project is a larger yard in Indiana. The excavator there is a 45-ton model. Dave contacted YG again. He requested the YG450RT. It has a 700 mm jaw opening. It weighs 4,500 kg. It matches the 40–50 ton arm installation range. YG confirmed the specification. The second machine is now in production.
Dave’s final email was short. “The machine paid for itself in four months. We will buy a third one next year.” That was the end of the first project. The machine is still running in Ohio. The blades have been replaced once. The hydraulic system still holds 310 kg/cm². The operators still use the same training manual. The yard still uses the same cycle time checklist. The story is not over.
Customer Role: Owner, Ohio salvage yard
FAQ About Automatic Scrap Cutting Metal Shear
The YG350RT fits excavators with an arm installation of 28–38 tons and a boom installation of 20–28 tons. It weighs 3,000 kg.
The YG350RT has a maximum jaw opening of 595 mm. Larger models like the YG480RT open to 740 mm.
In this project, the machine cut car bodies in 85–95 seconds. The old shear took 240 seconds.
Yes, with the right model. The YG450RT and YG480RT have larger jaw openings and higher working pressure for thicker frames.
Order one extra set of blades, one hydraulic filter kit, and one set of seals. These cover the most common wear items.
Start Your Project with the Right Equipment
Contact YG Machinery today for your Car Dismantling Shear Attachment needs. Tell us your excavator weight, working pressure, and flow rate. We will recommend the right model and send you a full price, including shipping to your port. Every machine comes with a 12-month warranty and lifetime technical support.
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