Customer Visits ENERPAT Equipment in Ohio for Engine & Transmission Recycling Solution
On September 21, 2026, an automotive recycling customer visited Ohio to inspect ENERPAT equipment in operation and discuss a potential engine and transmission recycling solution.
The visit included an inspection of ENERPAT equipment at an existing local installation, followed by a visit to ENERPAT's Ohio facility in Galion. The customer reviewed available equipment, operating videos and engineering drawings and discussed the technical requirements for a new Engine & Transmission Hammer Mill Line.
The main objective was to develop a high-throughput recycling solution for complete engines, transmissions, mixed ferrous and aluminum scrap, and light-gauge steel without relying on a large vehicle shredder.
Inspecting ENERPAT Equipment in Ohio
The customer first inspected an ENERPAT recycling system already operating in Ohio. Seeing equipment running with actual recyclable materials provided an opportunity to evaluate the practical operation of the equipment before moving into detailed technical discussions.
The customer then visited ENERPAT's Ohio facility in Galion to inspect additional equipment and review available configurations.
During the equipment inspection, the customer reviewed several machines, including:
Operating videos and engineering drawings of ENERPAT's recycling systems were also reviewed during the technical discussion.
The focus was not limited to individual machines. Particular attention was given to how the equipment could be configured into a complete recycling process for automotive scrap.
Requirement for Complete Engine and Transmission Processing
The main project discussed during the visit was a 20–30 tons/hour Engine & Transmission Hammer Mill Line.
The customer is looking for a system capable of processing complete engines and transmissions without dismantling them first.
The target process should avoid:
Manual engine dismantling
Pre-shredding
Cutting engines into two sections
Installing a large vehicle shredder
The customer also wants to process approximately 15–20 tons/hour of light-gauge ferrous scrap and iron-aluminum mixed material.
This creates a demanding requirement for the primary size-reduction stage. The customer specifically discussed using a heavy-duty Hammer Mill with a larger rotor and crushing chamber rather than a conventional large automotive shredder.
Heavy-Duty Hammer Mill Configuration Under Evaluation
Hammer configuration was one of the main technical topics during the visit.
The customer indicated that an existing 130 lb hammer configuration may not provide sufficient impact force for the intended application and discussed a target hammer weight of approximately 185–225 lb.
A larger rotor and enlarged crushing chamber were also discussed as potential requirements for processing complete engines and transmissions.
The final configuration has not yet been determined. ENERPAT's engineering team will need to evaluate:
185–225 lb hammer configuration
Rotor size
Crushing chamber dimensions
Complete engine feeding
Transmission feeding
Steel shaft and heavy-component processing
Screen opening
Target throughput
Wear-part requirements
An approximately 80 mm screen opening was also discussed as part of the preliminary configuration.
Before a final quotation is issued, the technical team will assess whether the proposed Engine & Transmission Hammer Mill can achieve the required throughput with complete engine and transmission feedstock.
Preliminary Engine & Transmission Recycling Process
Based on the technical discussion, the preliminary process configuration is:
A Feeding Roller would be installed ahead of the Hammer Mill to help control the feeding of complete engines and transmissions.
After size reduction, a Vibrating Separation Table would be used as part of the material separation process, followed by a Drum Magnetic Separator for ferrous recovery.
A Trommel Screen would then classify the processed material before the non-ferrous fraction enters three stages of Eddy Current Separation.
The customer also discussed adding a manual copper-picking station after mechanical separation.
An X-ray Sorting System may be considered as a future upgrade depending on the final material composition and downstream recovery requirements.
The final process flow will be confirmed after material testing and engineering evaluation.
Automotive Scrap Baler Requirements
In addition to the hammer mill project, the customer is evaluating an Car Baling Machine for automotive scrap.
The customer is primarily interested in a large stationary Hydraulic Scrap Baler rather than a mobile machine.
The intended materials include:
Steel wire
Rebar
Stainless steel
Vehicle body scrap
Before selecting the final baler configuration, ENERPAT recommended confirming the required bale density and bale dimensions with the downstream scrap buyer.
This is particularly important when processing automotive scrap because higher-density bales may have different acceptance requirements depending on the buyer and downstream melting process.
Hydraulic Metal Shear for Local and Dealer Applications
The customer also discussed the Hydraulic Metal Shear for both its own recycling operation and potential resale to local customers.
An available machine at ENERPAT's Ohio facility was reviewed during the visit, giving the customer an opportunity to inspect the equipment and discuss its configuration, availability and delivery options.
The customer also expressed interest in sourcing recycling equipment for local resale, with the Hydraulic Metal Shear among the machines being considered.
ENERPAT will continue to support these equipment requirements through local inventory, technical consultation and after-sales service in North America.
Tire Shredder for an Immediate Recycling Requirement
Another equipment requirement discussed during the visit was a Tire Shredder.
The customer is currently evaluating tire processing equipment for an immediate recycling project involving approximately 5,000 waste tires.
A Tire Shredder with a feeding and pressing device was discussed as a potential solution, with equipment availability and delivery requirements also reviewed during the visit.
Beyond the immediate project, the customer is also exploring opportunities to supply Tire Shredders to local recycling customers.
ENERPAT will continue to provide equipment selection, technical consultation and local support for the customer's tire recycling requirements in North America.
Copper Wire Granulator for Automotive Wiring Harnesses
The customer also expressed interest in an Automotive Copper Wire Recycling Line for processing vehicle wiring harnesses.
Rather than requesting a quotation immediately, the customer wanted to inspect an operating Copper Cable Granulator installation in Ohio first.
The objective was to evaluate the actual operation, copper-plastic separation performance and suitability for automotive wiring harness recycling.
This approach allows the equipment configuration to be evaluated against real operating conditions before a formal quotation is prepared.
Local Equipment and Spare Parts Support in Ohio
The visit also gave the customer an opportunity to review ENERPAT's local equipment inventory and spare-parts support in Ohio.
ENERPAT's Ohio facility at 303 E. Parson St., Galion, OH 44833 supports equipment inspection, local inventory and spare-parts supply for North American customers.
For the proposed Engine & Transmission Hammer Mill Line, the technical discussion also covered the local availability of critical wear parts, including hammer heads and screen plates.
Keeping commonly required wear parts available in Ohio can help reduce downtime and simplify maintenance for high-throughput recycling operations. For equipment such as a Heavy-Duty Hammer Mill, timely access to replacement hammers and screens is particularly important because these components are exposed to continuous impact and abrasion.
The final spare-parts requirements will be determined according to the equipment configuration, material characteristics and operating conditions.
Engineering Validation Before Final Quotation
The next stage is engineering validation.
ENERPAT's engineering team will evaluate whether the proposed 185–225 lb hammer configuration, larger rotor and enlarged crushing chamber can process complete engines and transmissions at the required 20–30 tons/hour capacity.
Where possible, ENERPAT will conduct testing using complete engine and transmission material.
The testing will focus on:
Complete engine feeding
Complete transmission feeding
Hammer weight and configuration
Rotor size
Crushing chamber dimensions
Screen opening
Processing capacity
Material discharge
Ferrous and non-ferrous separation
Wear-part consumption
The test results will be used to finalize the Engine & Transmission Hammer Mill Line, process flow and equipment quotation.
Next Steps
The customer is currently evaluating several equipment opportunities, including the Hydraulic Metal Shear, Automatic Metal Baler, AMB-H1075-100, Tire Shredder and the proposed Engine & Transmission Hammer Mill Line.
For the main recycling line, ENERPAT will first complete the engineering assessment and material testing before issuing a formal process proposal and quotation.
The customer is also considering a future visit to ENERPAT's China manufacturing facility to inspect an operating Hammer Mill and separation line.
By combining equipment inspection in Ohio, local technical support and engineering validation, ENERPAT can continue developing the proposed solution around the customer's actual material characteristics, throughput requirements and downstream recycling needs.
Enerpat is a global company specializing in waste-recycling and disposal solutions, with a mission to help customers build a better, more sustainable world. We are a leading global provider for municipal and industrial clients, helping them recycle and dispose of waste, reduce costs and consumption, and create more value.
We focus on sorters, shredders, balers, shears, and disposal equipment for a wide range of recycling needs. Enerpat believes that “Quality Transform The World.” We deliver the industry’s highest levels of quality and service. Choosing Enerpat means choosing trust and value.
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