Drum Washer/Crusher (DWC Series)
SRSDE’s Drum Washer/Crusher system (DWC-Series) is a comprehensive solution tailored for applications that necessitate both washing and crushing drums before disposal.
This dual functionality is achieved in a single unit, optimizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Key Features of DWC-Series
- Efficiently washes the interiors of 30 and 55-gallon drums.
- Suitable for water-based or caustic wash applications.
- Built to last with galvanized steel internals.
- Features a view window for the washer/compaction chamber.
- The washer is equipped with a high-pressure wash system adjustable up to 12 GPM and 250 P.S.I, ensuring even the most stubborn residues are removed.
- Employs an electric wash pump and a pneumatic return/scavenger pump.
- With a formidable 90,000 Lbs RAM force, the unit ensures optimal compaction, reducing the drum’s volume significantly.
- Incorporates a drum piercing system designed for heavy-duty use, ensuring safe stacking of crushed drums.
- Managed by a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) housed in a NEMA 4X enclosure.
- The unit is powered by a 15 Horsepower motor, complemented by a hydraulic oil radiator, ensuring prolonged, uninterrupted operation.
Conveyor Unit
The DWC-Series doesn’t just stop at washing and crushing. It offers an inline automatic feed drum washing/crushing system that’s a marvel of automation. This system not only positions and secures the drums but also ensures they’re punctured at the right spots for efficient washing.
After the washing cycle, the platen compresses the drum, ensuring it takes minimal space. The crushed drum is then directed to a discharge conveyor, completing the entire automated process, making it a seamless, hands-free operation.
Explosion Resistant Features
For environments that demand explosion-resistant features, the DWC-Series provides explosion-resistant motors, controls, and an air-purged control panel. It also includes an exhaust blower with internal ducting and controls.
DWC-Series Operation
- Begin by removing the drum covers.
- Position the drums on the gravity roller conveyor with the bung hole facing downwards.
- Drums are then moved to the washing area, where a hydraulic punch creates a hole at the drum’s center.
- A spray head is introduced into the drum, executing an automatic wash operation.
- Post-wash, the drum is directed to the crushing zone and compressed with a 60,000-pound compactor.
- The compressed drum is then either placed in a bin or directed to another conveyor.
This system, crafted from stainless steel, arrives fully assembled, pre-tested, and is ready for installation.
For machines that are made specifically for washing drums, check out our DW-Series.
