Belgian Scrap Terminal Secures the Next 20 Years of Productivity with a LINDEMANN Overhaul Project
Belgian Scrap Terminal Secures the Next 20 Years of Productivity with a LINDEMANN Overhaul Project
Full-Service Refurbishment Restores a 1,250-Ton
Scrap Shear to Peak Performance
Scrap Shear to Peak Performance
Belgian Scrap Terminal (BST) is one of Europe’s leading metal recycling companies, supplying high-quality recycled raw materials to steel and non-ferrous industries worldwide.
To maintain maximum productivity and operational reliability, BST partnered with LINDEMANN on a comprehensive overhaul project for its 1,250-ton scrap shear.
The Challenge
Installed in 1993, the scrap shear had served as a critical production asset for decades. After years of intensive operation, key machine components required refurbishment to maintain performance, reduce downtime and ensure long-term reliability.
BST needed a solution that would:
- Extend machine lifetime
- Increase equipment availability
- Minimize production interruptions
- Integrate modern technology upgrades
The Solution
LINDEMANN developed a comprehensive refurbishment program combining:
- Original spare parts supply
- Onsite service expertise
- Component refurbishment at the LINDEMANN Repair Center in Düsseldorf
The project included the repair and modernization of:
- Shear piston
- Stamper piston
- Press lid
- Side cylinder
- Main pusher cylinder
- 16.5-ton blade slide
The Results
The result was a fully refurbished machine upgraded with modern technology and engineering improvements.
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Extended machine lifetime
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Increased equipment availability
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Reduced downtime
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Modernized critical components
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Improved operational reliability
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Long-term investment protection
Key Benefits at a Glance
The overhaul project successfully restored the shear’s performance while extending its operational life for many years to come.
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Refurbishment of a 1,250-ton scrap shear
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Extended equipment lifetime
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Increased plant availability
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State-of-the-art modernization
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Full-service support from LINDEMANN
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Repair Center expertise
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