The Lindner Urraco 75DK

The Lindner Urraco 75DK is a mobile twin-shaft shredder designed for demanding waste and recycling applications.

Its mobile configuration makes it particularly useful for operators that need flexibility around their processing operation.

For Midland Skip Hire, the machine was selected specifically to process mattresses at its Leadenham operation.

The company had previously researched different shredding technologies and visited an existing Lindner installation before making its decision.

Seeing the Urraco 75DK processing mattresses in real-world conditions, combined with the testing and performance information supplied by Mach Tech, gave the company the confidence to proceed.

A Dedicated Mattress Shredding Solution

Today, the Urraco 75DK at Leadenham is used solely for processing mattresses.

This is an important example of how a mobile industrial shredder can be configured around a specific waste stream and application.

Rather than using the machine across multiple unrelated materials, Midland Skip Hire has dedicated the Urraco to its mattress processing operation.

According to the company, the machine delivers strong performance across several key areas, including:

• Shredding performance
• Build quality
• Noise levels
• Fuel efficiency
• Reliability
• Ease of operation

The company described the machine as a “one man machine”, highlighting the straightforward operation of the equipment.

4,000 Mattresses Processed

One of the strongest indicators of the Urraco 75DK’s performance comes from the operational results.

Midland Skip Hire reported that it had processed approximately 4,000 mattresses, with no visible signs of wear to the cutting profile at the time of the original case study.

For a machine operating on a demanding material such as mattresses, this is a significant real-world performance indicator.

It demonstrates the importance of choosing a shredder designed for the specific characteristics of the material being processed.

Why Cutting Performance Matters

The cutting system is one of the most important components of any industrial shredder.

Mattresses can be particularly demanding because of the combination of soft and resilient materials, as well as metal components such as springs.

The cutting profile needs to maintain its performance over extended periods of operation.

For Midland Skip Hire, the Urraco’s cutting performance was a key part of its success.

After approximately 4,000 mattresses had been processed, the company reported that there was still no noticeable wear to the cutting profile.

This highlights the importance of wear resistance and cutting technology when selecting a mattress recycling shredder.

Fuel Efficiency and Operating Costs

For a commercial recycling operation, shredding performance isn’t the only consideration.

Operating costs matter too.

Fuel consumption, maintenance requirements, wear-part life and machine availability can all influence the overall cost of processing each tonne of material.

Midland Skip Hire specifically highlighted the fuel efficiency of the Urraco 75DK, alongside its build quality and low noise levels.

For businesses processing large volumes of mattresses, these factors can have a significant impact on the economics of the operation.

Mobile Mattress Shredding

One of the advantages of the Urraco 75DK is its mobile design.

A mobile shredder can provide greater flexibility than a permanently installed system, allowing operators to process material where it is most convenient.

For mattress recycling businesses, this can be particularly useful where material is:

• Collected from multiple locations
• Delivered to different sites
• Stockpiled before processing
• Processed under changing operational requirements

The Urraco can therefore provide a flexible solution for businesses looking to expand or develop their mattress recycling and waste processing capabilities.

From Mattress Waste to Recovered Materials

The objective of mattress recycling is to recover as much useful material as possible.

Depending on the mattress type and recycling process, materials may include:

Mattress → Shredding → Separation → Material Recovery

Potential recovered materials can include:

• Metals
• Textiles
• Foam
• Fibres
• Other recyclable components

The exact recovery process depends on the type of mattresses being processed and the downstream separation equipment available.

Shredding is an important first stage because it opens up the material and makes subsequent separation and handling more manageable.

Why Choose a Dedicated Mattress Shredder?

Not every industrial shredder is equally suited to mattresses.

When selecting a mattress shredding machine, operators should consider:

Material Composition

What percentage of the feedstock is foam, textile, metal or other material?

Throughput

How many mattresses need to be processed per hour, day or week?

Output Size

What particle size is required for downstream separation or disposal?

Wear

How quickly are cutting components likely to wear?

Fuel Consumption

How efficiently does the machine operate under the required load?

Mobility

Does the machine need to move between sites or stockpiles?

Maintenance

How quickly can routine maintenance and wear-part replacement be completed?

These factors should all be considered before selecting a machine.

Mach Tech Services and the Urraco 75DK

The Midland Skip Hire case study also demonstrates the importance of application-led machine selection.

Rather than simply selecting a shredder based on specifications, Mach Tech worked with the customer to understand its requirements and concerns.

The company was taken to see a Lindner Urraco 75DK processing mattresses, allowing Midland Skip Hire to assess the technology in a real-world application before making its investment.

This approach helps customers understand what a machine can actually achieve with their material.

More Than Just the Machine

Long-term shredder performance depends on more than the initial equipment purchase.

Ongoing support, maintenance and access to genuine wear parts are all important considerations.

Mach Tech Services provides customers with support including:

• Shredder servicing
• Preventative maintenance
• Breakdown repairs
• Genuine spare and wear parts
• Precision engineering
• Welding
• Hardfacing
• Machine rebuilds
• Technical support

This provides customers with a complete support package throughout the life of their shredding equipment.

Lindner Urraco 75DK for Mattress Recycling

The Midland Skip Hire case study demonstrates how the Lindner Urraco 75DK can be used as a dedicated mattress shredder.

The machine was selected following research, site visits and practical testing, and has since been used solely for mattress processing at Leadenham.

With approximately 4,000 mattresses processed and no visible cutting-profile wear reported at the time of the original case study, the installation provides a useful real-world example of the machine operating on this demanding waste stream.

Looking for a Mattress Shredder?

If your business is processing mattresses and looking for a reliable industrial mattress shredder, Mach Tech Services can help.

As the UK and Ireland distributor for Lindner Recyclingtech, we can assess your material, throughput and processing requirements before recommending the most appropriate shredding solution.

Whether you need a mobile shredder for mattresses or a wider waste-processing system, our team can help you identify the right technology for your application.

Call Mach Tech Services on 01706 838 246 to discuss your mattress recycling requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a mattress shredder?

A mattress shredder is an industrial machine designed to reduce discarded mattresses into smaller pieces, making the material easier to handle, transport and separate for recycling or recovery.

Can the Lindner Urraco 75DK shred mattresses?

Yes. The Lindner Urraco 75DK has been used specifically for mattress shredding at Midland Skip Hire’s Leadenham operation. The company reported processing approximately 4,000 mattresses with no visible wear to the cutting profile at the time of the original case study.

Why are mattresses difficult to shred?

Mattresses contain a mixture of materials including foam, textiles, fibres and metal springs. This combination can make them bulky and demanding for conventional waste processing equipment.

What happens to mattresses after shredding?

After shredding, mattresses can be processed through further separation stages to recover materials such as metal, foam, textiles and fibres. The exact recycling process depends on the facility and mattress composition.

Is the Urraco 75DK a mobile shredder?

Yes. The Urraco 75DK is a mobile industrial shredder, making it suitable for operators requiring flexibility in where material is processed.

How many mattresses can the Urraco 75DK process?

Throughput depends on factors including mattress type, feed method, machine configuration and desired output size. The best way to establish expected throughput is through an application assessment and material testing.

Is the Urraco 75DK fuel efficient?

Fuel efficiency was specifically highlighted by Midland Skip Hire as one of the benefits of its Urraco 75DK, alongside build quality and low noise levels.

Can one operator run the Urraco 75DK?

Midland Skip Hire described its Urraco 75DK as a “one man machine”, reflecting the straightforward operation of the equipment in its mattress shredding application.

How important are wear parts when shredding mattresses?

Wear-part performance is extremely important because mattresses can contain abrasive and resilient materials as well as metal components. Long wear-part life can help reduce maintenance requirements and improve machine availability.

Can Mach Tech supply mattress shredding equipment?

Yes. Mach Tech Services supplies Lindner shredding equipment throughout the UK and Ireland and can help customers identify an appropriate solution for mattress recycling and other demanding waste streams.