Cardboard Shredder:Working Principle, Types And Applications
A corrugated cardboard shredder machine is a special tool. It cuts or punches waste cardboard into eco-friendly materials. These materials can be used for packaging, cushioning, or filling.
It uses a special slit structure to process cardboard into soft, mesh-like paper pads that can be directly used to wrap products or fill gaps.
This not only reduces the accumulation of waste cardboard but also allows businesses to transform waste into valuable packaging materials, realizing the environmentally friendly concept of "waste reuse."
Why You Need a Cardboard Shredder?
1. Cost Savings: Eliminates the need to purchase additional packaging materials, allowing for the reuse of waste materials.
2. Environmentally Friendly and Sustainable: Uses only paper, making it easy to recycle.
3. Flexible Applications: Applicable to various scenarios, including electronics, ceramics, glassware, logistics, warehousing, and personal DIY packaging.
4. Enhanced Corporate Image: Reusable packaging aligns with international green packaging trends.
Types of Cardboard Box Shredders
NRTEC offers three types of cardboard shredders to meet different needs, from home and small warehouses to industrial-grade logistics centers.
1. HP-EX2 Desktop Cardboard Shredder: A Compact and Efficient Packaging Assistant for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
Cutting Width: 325mm
Handling Thickness: ≤6mm
Speed: 3m/min
Suitable for: Homes, Small Warehouses, E-commerce Startups
The HP-EX2 features a compact desktop design, ideal for workbenches. Its patented gear structure and concealed handle design save space while maintaining stable performance.
The built-in scrap collection box allows for easy and safe operation. An emergency stop button and automatic power-off protection further enhance user safety.
Our tests show it can cut various cardboard thicknesses less than 6mm, including A4 paper, 200g paper, 6mm corrugated cardboard, and 6mm corrugated cardboard with tape, almost meeting everyday cardboard cutting needs.
Recommended Scenarios: Moderate daily packaging volume for small and medium-sized businesses, home workshops, or DIY packaging in the office.
2. Desktop Cardboard Box Shredder HP-EX2000: A High-Efficiency Choice for Larger Sizes
Cutting Width: 425mm
Other Functions: Same as HP-EX2000
The HP-EX2000 offers the same functions as the PB-325, but provides a wider cutting width to accommodate larger cardboard sizes.
For small and medium-sized enterprises or warehouses that frequently handle wider cartons or corrugated cardboard of different sizes, this model offers better value for money.
Recommended Scenarios: Businesses with medium-volume shipments, e-commerce warehouses, packaging contract manufacturers, etc.
3. HP-EX1000 Industrial Paper Cardboard Shredder: The Best Choice for High-Capacity Industrial Applications
Cutting Width: 500mm
Feed Height: 20mm
Knife Groove Width: 5mm
Speed: 15m/min
Features: Industrial-grade motor, movable design with casters
The HP-EX1000 is a high-performance paperboard shredder designed for industrial users and large logistics warehouses. Its powerful motor and high-speed operation (15m/min) easily handle large-volume paperboard shredding needs, while the movable casters allow for easy adjustment of the working position.
Furthermore, the equipment has an automatic power-off protection system that immediately stops operation when the collection box is opened, ensuring safe use.
Recommended Scenarios: Large e-commerce warehouses, third-party logistics companies, and manufacturing enterprises with high daily packaging volumes.
How to Choose the Right Cardboard Shredder for You?
| Usage Scenarios | Recommended Models | Features and Advantages |
| Home/Personal Use | HP-EX2 | Compact, energy-saving, economical, and practical |
| Small to Medium Warehouse/E-commerce | HP-EX2000 | Adapts to more carton sizes, easy to operate, high cost-performance |
| Industrial Grade | HP-EX1000 | High speed, high output, supports continuous operation, suitable for large-volume packaging needs |
Selection Suggestions:
If you only need to process a small amount of cardboard per day, a desktop model (HP-EX2 or HP-EX2000) will suffice.
If you are a large warehouse or e-commerce logistics center requiring continuous operation or batch production, the HP-EX1000 industrial model can significantly improve efficiency and reduce labor costs.
Conclusion
Choosing a suitable corrugated cardboard shredder can not only help businesses save on operating costs but also enhance their brand image through environmentally friendly packaging.
NRTEC's three cardboard shredder models cover the full range of needs from individual users to industrial applications, bringing more efficient, safe, and sustainable solutions to your packaging processes.
FAQ
Q1: Can a cardboard shredder process damp cardboard?
A: It is recommended to use dry cardboard to ensure cutting quality and machine lifespan.
Q2: Can the shredded cardboard be used directly to wrap fragile items?
A: Yes, the shredded strips have good cushioning properties and can effectively protect items.
Q3: What kind of paper can a cardboard shredder shred?
A: It can shred any cardboard within the thickness range, such as A4 paper, 200g paper, and 6mm corrugated cardboard with adhesive tape.
Q4: Do NRTEC's cardboard shredders have safety certifications?
A: Yes, all models are CE certified and have automatic power-off protection.
