In addition to recycling applications, shear shredders are increasingly used in waste-to-energy facilities. By shredding organic waste and other combustible materials, these machines prepare feedstock for conversion into energy. This not only helps in reducing the volume of waste sent to landfills but also contributes to sustainable energy production, showcasing the pivotal role shear shredders play in promoting a circular economy.
4. Annealing Following the cold rolling process, the steel strips may require annealing. This heat treatment process relieves internal stresses that develop during cold rolling, restoring ductility and reducing hardness. The annealing process can be performed in a continuous furnace where the steel strip is heated and then gradually cooled.
