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3. Text Our commitment doesn’t end at installation. We help keeping your shredder performing at its best.

As an industrial shredder specialist celebrating a 50-year heritage – and counting – UNTHA has grown to become the first name on everyone’s lips when it comes to ground-breaking machines that push throughput, efficiency, and profitability boundaries. Particularly known for our WtE expertise and ability to tackle even the most complex of bulky wastes, in truth, there is very little that UNTHA cannot shred.

Committed to maximising customers’ return on investments, we’re as renowned for our services as we are our shredders. That’s why we offer a range of after sales support packages, to help continually optimise the running conditions of our machines, large and small, not to mention flexible finance to make investments possible.

Designing and delivering shredding systems that are tailored around your exact waste challenges.

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The efficient UNTHA Eco Power Drive is a true master of economy, consuming up to 75% less energy than diesel-powered shredders.

Maximum efficiency

The efficient UNTHA Eco Power Drive is a true master of economy, consuming up to 75% less energy than diesel-powered shredders. The efficient UNTHA Eco Power Drive is a true master of economy, consuming up to 75% less energy than diesel-powered shredders.

Powerful shredding

The robust construction of the XR machines facilitates low-vibration running in tough working conditions. In this way, difficult materials can also be shredded without any problems.

Highly user-friendly

The static shredder can easily be controlled via an ergonomic operating terminal with a 7” colour touch display.

Built for tough materials

The slow‑speed, robust construction ensures reliable shredding of even difficult waste streams with reduced wear and vibration.

Versatile applications

Whether integrated into a static line or used on‑site, the XR supports recycling, volume reduction, and fuel preparation solutions.

Built for tough materials

The slow‑speed, robust construction ensures reliable shredding of even difficult waste streams with reduced wear and vibration.

Versatile applications

Whether integrated into a static line or used on‑site, the XR supports recycling, volume reduction, and fuel preparation solutions.

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Tell us about the materials you need to process, your throughput requirements, and any site-specific considerations. Our experts will review your needs and recommend the most suitable shredding solution, helping you improve efficiency, reduce waste, and get the best performance from your equipment.

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Because we can self-power the shredder using our own electricity generation, we are further closing the loop of our waste energy business operations. We were impressed by not only this machine, but also the performance, commitment and professional service of the UNTHA team. We’re looking forward to putting the shredder through its paces as our business evolves.

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Because we can self-power the shredder using our own electricity generation, we are further closing the loop of our waste energy business operations

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countries operating our shredders, including the UK, US & Germany
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It's good to talk! So, for further information or to ask any question large or small, please either fill out the form below. If you're keen to get a quote ASAP, please complete this short request a quote form to provide us with the information we need to accelerate the process.

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Please provide width x length x depth (mm). This information will help us determine the cutting chamber size required

What material are you shredding? *

eg: mattresses, pallets, plastics, WEEE

What throughputs do you want to achieve? *

Please provide a figure, state KG or tonnes, and hourly/daily/weekly. This will help us understand the shredder capacity and motor drive power (kW) required.

What end particle size would you like to achieve? *

This will help us advise on the screen size required.

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e.g. feed or discharge conveyor. This outlines whether you require a stand-alone shredder or a turnkey system.

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Precision cleaning specialist boosts business with metal shredder

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RS shredder series refined for greater uptime, control, and efficiency

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UNTHA UK provides the country’s most comprehensive range of industrial waste shredders, designed to increase clients’ profitability through engineering excellence, efficiency and reliability. View the range of waste shredders below, or see which machine suits your material by using Find Anything or browsing solutions.

Easy maintenance

Particle precision

RS Shredders

Robust dual-shaft shredding for reliable, continuous processing.

High performance

Heavy duty

XR Shredders

High-speed shredding for consistent throughput.

High performance

Single-shaft

LRK Shredders

Industry-proven pallet and plastic shredders.

Compact

Robust

S Shredders

Compact shredders for small to medium-scale applications.

Energy-efficient

High throughput

LR Shredders

Engineered for aggressive wood shredding.

High ROI

Full system

PS Shredders

A sustainable resource. A wealth of opportunity

Energy-efficient

Volume reduction

ZR Shredders

High-torque shredders built for tough, heavy-duty materials.

Highly versatile

Heavy duty

MR Shredders

The titan for hard-to-shred materials

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High performance

Heavy duty

XR Shredders

Energy-efficient

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ZR Shredders

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We shred solutions built around your sector. Every industry has unique material, volume, and compliance challenges. Our shredding solutions are designed to meet the real-world demands of your sector—efficiently, reliably, and sustainably.

Manufacturing

From production waste to off-cuts and rejects, manufacturers need robust shredding systems that can keep up with demanding environments. Our industrial shredders help reduce volume, improve material handling, and support recycling and reprocessing within the manufacturing workflow.

Logistics

Logistics operations generate a constant stream of packaging waste, pallets, and damaged goods. Our shredding solutions enable efficient on-site volume reduction, helping logistics providers cut transport costs, improve waste segregation, and streamline operations across busy distribution centres.

Waste processors

Waste processors require high-performance, reliable shredding technology to handle mixed and challenging material streams. Our solutions support consistent throughput, improved downstream sorting, and the production of high-quality output for recycling, RDF, or further processing.

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RC cutting system

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The XC cutting system was specifically developed for the coarse pre-shredding of different material flows and for high throughput rates of up to 70 t/h.

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The RC cutting system was specifically developed for the coarse pre-shredding of different material flows and for high throughput rates of up to 70 t/h. The purpose-built shape of the blades ensures a particularly aggressive intake behaviour for the material. The cutters and the stator bar may be welded on again at the end of the service life.

Obtainable fraction sizes: 100 - 300 mm
The C cutting system was specifically developed for the coarse pre-shredding of different material flows and for high throughput rates of up to 70 t/h. The purpose-built shape of the blades ensures a particularly aggressive intake behaviour for the material. The cutters and the stator bar may be welded on again at the end of the service life.

Obtainable fraction sizes: 100 - 300 mm
The XC cutting system was specifically developed for the coarse pre-shredding of different material flows and for high throughput rates of up to 70 t/h. The purpose-built shape of the blades ensures a particularly aggressive intake behaviour for the material. The cutters and the stator bar may be welded on again at the end of the service life.

Obtainable fraction sizes: 100 - 300 mm
The XC cutting system was specifically developed for the coarse pre-shredding of different material flows and for high throughput rates of up to 70 t/h.

Obtainable fraction sizes: 100 - 300 mm

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If immediate availability is your priority, we hold a range of new, used and refurbished industrial shredders in stock at our North Yorkshire HQ. If you can't find something that meets your requirements, please contact us. Outright purchase or pre-approved finance options are also available for most of our new, used and refurbished shredders.

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Used: XR3000C Mobil-e

A single-shaft shredding solution pioneered for the toughest of applications - fitted with Eco Power Drive and fully mobile. Complete with discharge conveyor and overband magnet.

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Used: LR1000

A single-shaft shredder used widely across the timber-processing industry - ideal for briquetting or use in a wood-chip heating system.

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Used: ZR2400 Mobil-e

A twin-shaft shredder pioneered for the coarse processing of a variety of materials - fitted with Eco Power Drive and complete with discharge conveyor and overband magnet.

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Used: RS30

Reliable, rugged, and with a proven track record - perfect for handling plastics, wood, electronic scrap and more.

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New: LRK1400

A reliable and rugged single-shaft shredder, popular in the plastics processing industry and ideal for a range of applications including; plastic film, rubber waste, cardboard packaging, plastic drums, and automotive car bumpers.

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New: PS1300 – Pallet shredder

The PS1300 single-shaft shredder delivers a big impact with a small footprint, making it ideal for processing waste wood and cardboard packaging.

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New: RS100 – Advanced Generation

A reliable, high-performing four-shaft machine, built to handle 'unshreddables' and a wide application range - from WEEE and metals, to plastics and data destruction.

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Explore our full range of new and pre-owned shredders, ready to handle a variety of materials and applications. Our stock includes reliable machines that deliver efficiency, durability, and value, all available for immediate delivery.

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New: RS100 – Advanced Generation

A reliable, high-performing four-shaft machine, built to handle 'unshreddables' and a wide application range - from WEEE and metals, to plastics and data destruction.

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27a. Shredders for hire (automatic)

Need a high-performance shredder for a short-term project? UNTHA shredders are available for hire, offering a flexible and cost-effective solution for your temporary waste processing needs. Whether you’re managing a sudden surge in materials or tackling a one-off project, we’re here to provide the right equipment at the right time.

See our powerful solutions for a range of waste processing needs below. From high throughput, single-pass shredding to precision pallet and plastic processing, we have the right machine for the job.

LRK1400 shredders

The most robust LRK shredder in our range, proving powerful things can come in small packages. Large in-feed volume, easy maintenance and high performance, perfect for plastic, pallets and more.

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PS shredders

The PS1300 is a compact yet powerful single-shaft shredder, perfect for processing pallets, plastics, and light C&D waste. With aggressive infeed capabilities and a high-speed cutting system, it delivers a consistent, homogenous output — ideal for recycling and waste reduction applications.

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RS30 shredders

The reliable RS30 machine was developed for a wide range of applications and have a proven track record. Thes compact machines can stand alone or be integrated into comprehensive systems.

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RS40 shredders

The reliable RS40 machine was developed for a wide range of applications and have a proven track record. These compact machines can stand alone or be integrated into comprehensive systems.

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Shredders for hire

27b. Shredders for hire (manual)

See our powerful solutions for a range of waste processing needs below. From high throughput, single-pass shredding to precision pallet and plastic processing, we have the right machine for the job.

PS shredders

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We shred a wide range of materials to help businesses manage waste safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From everyday industrial and commercial streams to specialised waste like confidential documents, hazardous materials, and electronic equipment, our shredding solutions reduce volume, improve handling, and unlock value across your operation.

WEEE

Shredding electronic waste safely and efficiently.