A&A Recycling Services, a UK-based specialist in waste wood recycling, has increased processing capacity at its Meriden Quarry operation in Coventry with the addition of an Ecotec TBG 530T high-speed shredder, supplied and supported by Blue Machinery, Ecotec distributor for England, Scotland and Wales.
The site operates from a fully concreted yard, with large windrows of material prepared for processing, and handles mixed A & C grade waste timber, including lightly contaminated material with no pre-pick carried out. With throughput requirements continuing to increase, A&A Recycling required an additional machine to work alongside an existing CBI 6400 horizontal grinder, enabling an additional 40-60 TPH to be processed while reducing reliance on the primary shredder.
Following an assessment of the application and site conditions, Blue Machinery proposed the Ecotec TBG 530T, fitted with 80 mm (3.15 in) top and bottom screens, as a solution capable of meeting both output and material demands while maintaining low running costs.
“The brief was to introduce a machine that could integrate smoothly into an established process and deliver consistent output at a competitive cost per tonne,” said Davie Sutherland, Technical Sales Manager at Blue Machinery. “The TBG 530T has proven well matched to the material at Meriden Quarry, delivering high throughput with low fuel consumption and supporting a strong return on investment.”
Powered by a 493 hp (368 kW) Scania DC13 engine, the track-mounted TBG 530T is designed for medium-scale producers requiring consistent end-product quality. Its open-fronted feeder supports efficient loading, while an electronically controlled feed system—comprising heavy-duty drag chains and an aggressive feed wheel with lift and downward assist—provides a steady flow of material through the machine.
At its core is a swinging hammer rotor measuring 1,100 mm (43.3 in) in diameter and 1,490 mm (58.7 in) in width, operating at 1,000 rpm with 30 up-swinging hammers. A choice of hammer designs and interchangeable screens allows the configuration to be tailored to different product requirements. A screen kickback system provides additional protection from unshreddable material entering the chamber, helping to minimise damage and downtime.
Material processed by the TBG 530T at the Meriden Quarry site is separated into three fractions to maximise recovery and value. Fine material (0–10 mm) is directed to agricultural applications, 10–60 mm material is supplied to chipboard production, and material above 60 mm is used in biomass energy plants.
The combination of high throughput and efficient fuel consumption has enabled A&A Recycling to reduce cost per tonne, improving overall operational efficiency while maintaining consistent output quality. The machine’s modular discharge conveyor offers a discharge height of up to 4.6 m (15.1 ft) and can be lowered for inspection and maintenance. Optional overband magnet technology is available for the removal of ferrous contamination.
“The TBG 530T has been engineered for consistent performance in demanding waste wood applications, with a strong emphasis on efficiency, service access and uptime,” said ConorHegarty, Business Line Director for Ecotec. “For operators processing mixed timber streams, these factors are critical in controlling operating costs and delivering long-term value.”
Ease of maintenance was also a key consideration, with the TBG 530T providing good access to all major service points. Electric and hydraulic screen raise and lower functions, along with interlocked chamber access, support efficient inspection and maintenance.
Part of the A.W. Jenkinson Group, A&A Recycling Services Ltd. processes more than 240,000 tonnes of waste wood annually across its UK operations, supplying material to the panel board and biomass energy sectors. Recognised as Wood Recycling Business of the Year in 2022, the company continues to invest in equipment that supports efficiency, sustainability and compliance with UK recycling targets.
