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TDS (Tire-Derived Shreds)

2026-01-19 10:52:51

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TDS (Tire Derived Shreds) Models

HVST TDS TS-800/1200/1500/1800

Tire-derived shreds (TDS) are the initial output generated when whole scrap tires pass through a primary shredding system. As tires are fed into the shredder, they are broken down into coarse rubber pieces—generally around 2″–6″, though the exact size may vary with the first pass. These primary shreds can also be re-circulated through the system when a smaller, more consistent particle size is required.

Each TDS batch naturally contains rubber, steel wire, and textile fiber, since this stage focuses only on volume reduction. Processors may sell the material directly in this form or continue refining it into more specialized end products.

TDS has a wide range of downstream applications, from alternative fuel sources to civil engineering and construction projects. Terminology also changes depending on the final use. For instance, when the material is utilized for combustion or energy recovery, it is commonly referred to as TDF (Tire-Derived Fuel) due to its high BTU value.

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Wire-Free Chip Processing:

  • Primary tire shreds reduced to 30–10 mm rubber chips
  • Approx. 80 scrap tires produce one cubic yard of rubber
  • Steel fully removed via magnetic separation
  • Chips can be sold or refined into crumb rubber

Wire-Free Chip Markets:

  • Playground surfacing applications
  • Garden and landscape mulch
  • Wire-free TDF fuel
  • Civil engineering projects
  • Sports turf infill and equestrian surfaces

Wire-Free Chip Benefits:

  • Cost-efficient substitute for natural materials
  • Low maintenance
  • Long service life
  • Recoverable steel and rubber value
  • Reduces landfill disposal and environmental impact

 

Tire Recycling Equipment

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  • Tire Shredder Machine

    Tire Shredder Machine

    Tire Shredding Machine Equipment Capacity:1t-15t/h  Raw material: All kinds of tires: Normal Car Tires, Truck Tires, OTR Tires, Final product: crush the waste tire into 50-80mm rubber blocks.

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  • Tyres Rasper Machine

    Tyres Rasper Machine

    The rasper efficiently reduces TDS rough shreds into ¾ inch – 1 inch (≈ 20–25 mm) rubber mulch, preparing the material for fine granulation.

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  • Tyre Granulators Machine

    Tyre Granulators Machine

    Tire Type:Nylon tire, radial tire, OTR tire Output Size:1~5 mm Capacity:500~5,000 kg/h (or higher) Rubber Purity:99.9%

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