Recycling

Hardness and reliability for continuous recycling operations

Recycling facilities work under relentless conditions: abrasive materials, metallic debris, repeated shocks, and non-stop operation. To stay productive, equipment needs steel that resists both friction and impact — every hour, every load.

This is exactly where QUARD proves its value.

Thanks to its high hardness — up to 550 HB, it delivers exceptional wear resistance in demanding environments where standard steels fail early. Designed for durability, it helps reduce maintenance, extend equipment life, and keep recycling lines moving.

Why QUARD is the smart choice for recycling equipment

In the recycling industry, uptime is everything — and QUARD is designed to last.

  • Up to 550 HB of hardness to fight abrasive wear
  • Light, resistant plates that extend service intervals
  • Wide range of thicknesses and widths for optimized part design
  • QUARD PRO for even better fabrication efficiency

From shredder to compactor, QUARD keeps your machines running reliably — even when the materials they process are harsh, abrasive, or unpredictable.

Designed for harsh, mixed-material environments

From industrial waste and scrap metal to construction debris and municipal materials, recycling processes involve unpredictable input and extreme wear.

QUARD is particularly well suited for:

  • Shredder and crusher linings
  • Cutting blades and breaker bars
  • Feed hoppers, conveyor chutes, and compactor components
  • Liners for bins and impact zones

Compared to conventional steel grades, QUARD provides:

  • Much higher surface durability under constant abrasive loading
  • Reduced thickness for lighter, more efficient structures

Reliable wear performance, even in applications with high shock cycles

Thickness and width options for maximum efficiency

To meet the varied requirements of recycling equipment — from compact crushers to large transfer bins — QUARD is available in a full dimensional range:

  • Thickness: from 3.2 mm to 64 mm
  • Hardness: up to 550 HB
  • Widths: up to 3,100 mm, allowing for wider wear panels and fewer welds

This flexibility helps optimise production and reduce waste:

  • Fewer assembly steps thanks to wide plates
  • Optimised nesting for cost-effective cutting
  • Compatibility with a broad range of machinery designs

QUARD PRO – Optimised for both resistance and workability

For recycling equipment that combines complex geometry with high wear intensity, QUARD PRO offers the best of both worlds:

  • Hardness levels close to 500 HB
  • Workability equivalent to QUARD 450, ideal for forming and welding
  • Improved impact strength, reducing the risk of premature failure

QUARD PRO is ideal for manufacturers who need to:

  • Produce intricate components with demanding forming radii
  • Reduce preheating times and improve welding speed
  • Combine long-term durability with manufacturing efficiency

Other applications

QUARD and QUEND prove their value well beyond recycling, serving a wide spectrum of industries such as: