Many customers ask if my industrial wood chippers can process more than just wood. Feeding the wrong materials can severely damage your equipment and create dangerous situations. I want to explain why understanding your chipper’s limits is absolutely critical.
No, generally, you cannot safely put tires or other non-wood materials into a wood chipper. My machines are specifically designed for wood and similar organic materials. Processing tires can cause severe damage, create safety hazards, and will often void your warranty.
It’s vital for me to share this information because ensuring the longevity of your equipment and the safety of your team is my top priority. Let’s explore what my industrial wood chippers are truly built for and why proper material handling is non-negotiable for your business.
Understanding Industrial Wood Chipper Design & Purpose: What Are They Built For?
Many people don’t fully grasp what a wood chipper is truly designed to do. Misunderstanding its core purpose can lead to costly mistakes. I want to show you how my machines are built for specific, efficient tasks.
My industrial wood chippers are specifically engineered to efficiently process woody biomass like forest residues, land clearing debris, and green waste. They feature robust feed systems and cutting mechanisms optimized for organic, fibrous materials, ensuring high performance and consistent output.
As a manufacturer with 22 years of experience, I design my equipment with a clear goal: to turn woody materials into valuable outputs like chips. My machines, like the Tirox Wood Chippers, are built for this. They feature a powerful hydraulic forced feeding system. This system adjusts speed for different material diameters, ensuring optimal performance and higher yields. My engineering team, with over 50% being English speakers, works hard to perfect these designs. We also offer top-tier diesel engine options like Cummins and Perkins. This makes maintenance and parts purchasing easier for you globally. My smart feeding system monitors crushing load in real-time. It automatically adjusts feed speed or stops feeding to prevent blockages. This ensures smoother operation and protects the machine.
Core Function of My Wood Chippers
My wood chippers focus on efficiently processing woody biomass. This includes forest residues, land clearing debris, and green waste. We aim to create uniform chips for various applications.
Key Components and Their Role
Each part of my chippers works together for optimal performance.
| Component | Function | Tirox Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Feed System | Moves material into the cutting chamber. | Hydraulic forced feeding, intelligent feeding system for smooth, safe operation. |
| Cutting Mechanism | Breaks down wood into chips (knives or hammers). | Designed for durability and efficient processing of fibrous materials. |
| Engine/Power Train | Provides power for all operations. | High-quality Chinese diesel engines, or global brands like Cummins/Perkins for easy maintenance. |
| Discharge System | Expels processed chips. | Designed for efficient and consistent chip output. |
My machines handle organic, fibrous materials within specific moisture and density ranges. This focus ensures maximum efficiency and chip quality for your operations.
Why Tires and Other Non-Wood Materials Pose Significant Risks?
Thinking your powerful chipper can handle “anything” is a dangerous assumption. Introducing unsuitable materials like tires creates serious risks for your equipment and crew. I want to explain the hidden dangers of non-wood waste.
Tires and other non-wood materials pose significant risks to wood chippers due to their composition. Rubber’s elasticity and steel belts cause extreme wear, heat, and potential sparks, leading to severe mechanical stress, fire hazards, and dangerous projectiles, making them entirely unsuitable for processing.
When I design my Horizontal Grinders or wood chippers, I consider the properties of wood. Wood is fibrous and breaks down predictably. Tires, however, are a completely different challenge. The rubber is elastic and tough. When it gets into the cutting chamber, it stretches and resists cutting. This creates immense friction and heat. The steel belts inside tires are even worse. They are extremely abrasive. They quickly dull and damage knives
