Bandit Introduces HM6420 Hammermill Horizontal Grinder | Timberline Magazine

Oct 14, 2024

by TL Staff | May 8, 2024 | Equipment, Products & Services, New Products, News Releases

Bandit Industries has introduced a new hammermill horizontal grinder, the HM6420.

This highly productive 40-inch capacity grinder is designed and manufactured to be an alternative grinding solution for applications that may encounter contaminants.

The Bandit HM6420 is powered by a Caterpillar C32 1,200 hp engine for optimal performance and productivity.

The heart of the Bandit HM6420 is a 50-inch diameter by 66-inch wide hammermill. The heavy-duty mill features a 1.75-inch drum skin custom formed from rolled plate. The mill is supported by a 7-inch main shaft constructed of alloy steel that has been ultrasonic tested.

Each pocket within the mill is manufactured from high strength A-514 steel. These combinations create a structural sound mill for added durability and integrity.

The mill is equipped with 20 carbide infused hammer inserts built to withstand the toughest material. Each holder is securely attached to the mill via a patent pending quick-change pocket system. Each holder recesses into the mill pocket, increasing durability. A top plate covers the pocket and is secured by six hex bolts. The hammer insert is attached to each holder utilizing two bolts. With this set-up, the mill hardware is easily and quickly replaced.

A heavy-duty, slat-style infeed conveyor is directly driven, generating over 18,000 pounds of pulling power. The large diameter feed wheel is also directly driven and provides an additional 17,000 pounds of pulling power and 8,650-17,300 pounds of down force when hydraulic pressure is applied. These combinations allow the HM6420 to grind massive quantities of material efficiently and effectively at one time.

A proportional feed system is standard and regulates the feed system from 82-132 feet per minute. The HM6420 has one of the fastest feed rates on the market, allowing it to quickly process material. The proportional feed system allows operators to adjust feed based on the material being processed, ensuring maximum output and grinder efficiency, all while achieving a higher quality end product.

An impact detection system is standard and is designed to limit damage if a contaminant is struck inside the grinding chamber. Once an impact event is detected, the grinder will idle down, open the gate, disengage the clutch, and reverse the feed.

Standard wireless remote controls regulate all grinding and tracking functions and feature an LCD screen that will display engine coolant temperature, engine oil pressure, engine load percentage, engine RPM, and battery voltage.

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