Shredding
WL 6
The tried-and-tested classic with an
800 mm rotor length

The shredder WL 6 - designed for wood and paper | WEIMA

  • High throughput
  • Robust solid-material rotor
  • Intuitive PLC operation
  • Flexible discharge options
  • Low energy consumption
  • Minimised maintenance costs
  • High throughput
  • Robust solid-material rotor
  • Intuitive PLC operation
  • Flexible discharge options
  • Low energy consumption
  • Minimised maintenance costs
  • High throughput
  • Robust solid-material rotor
  • Intuitive PLC operation
  • Flexible discharge options
  • Low energy consumption
  • Minimised maintenance costs
  • High throughput
  • Robust solid-material rotor
  • Intuitive PLC operation
  • Flexible discharge options
  • Low energy consumption
  • Minimised maintenance costs

The WEIMA WL 6 single-shaft shredder is a technically advanced shredder designed for the industrial shredding of wood waste and, optionally, paper, enabling high throughput rates in woodworking businesses. Within the WEIMA portfolio, the WL 6 ranks among the tried-and-tested classics of the WL series, which are in use worldwide in joinery workshops and timber-processing plants and impress with their robust construction and long service life.

With a profiled V-rotor and flexible screening options, the WL 6 processes a wide variety of wood residues into usable chips for extraction systems or conveyor solutions, thereby supporting efficient industrial waste shredding. The robust control system and easy integration into existing plants offer small to medium-sized businesses an economical and reliable shredding solution for continuous wood processing and recycling.

Below you will find an overview of the technical specifications, applications and available options for this tried-and-tested single-shaft shredder.

WL 6
Product features

High throughput thanks to a profiled V-rotor and aggressive material intake

The aggressive WEIMA rotor principle ensures powerful and continuous material intake. Even bulky or voluminous wood waste is reliably collected and shredded. The result is high throughput combined with a stable process – ideal for businesses with high material volumes and cost-effective requirements.

Smooth material flow thanks to an intelligent hopper design

The specially developed hopper design ensures a consistent feed of material without bridging. The material fed into the hopper moves forward in a controlled manner, thereby preventing interruptions in the shredding process. This enhances process reliability and significantly reduces the need for manual intervention.

Stable process control thanks to load-dependent hydraulic feed

The hydraulically controlled feed gate automatically adjusts to the material load and feeds the material evenly to the rotor. This prevents bridging, reduces the need for manual intervention and ensures consistently high grinding quality with defined particle sizes. The load-dependent control system minimises wear and ensures stable operation under varying production conditions.

Screwed interchangeable strainer from WEIMA

Adjustable particle size thanks to easily interchangeable screens

The screening system can be adapted to the requirements of various applications: depending on the desired particle size, either a fine-mesh or coarse-mesh screen can be fitted. The standard screw-on mounting allows for quick screen changes and ensures consistent grinding results, which optimally supports further processing or the extraction system.

Longer service life thanks to protection of sensitive hydraulic components

The sensitive hydraulic components are integrated into the machine frame, thereby protecting them from dust, dirt and the elements. A separate service access panel allows for easy maintenance, whilst the protection of the hydraulic system increases machine availability and reduces unplanned downtime.

Flexible material discharge thanks to a wide range of discharge options

Depending on operational requirements, the shredded material can be discharged via a vacuum extraction system, a discharge screw or a conveyor belt. This integration into existing conveying and disposal systems enables a seamless process chain without the need for additional modifications and supports the efficient recycling of waste materials.

Reduced vibrations and improved stability thanks to vibration-damping machine feet

The rubber machine feet effectively absorb vibrations and ensure stable machine operation without the need for fixed floor anchoring. This improves the working environment, reduces stress on the structure and supports smooth, reliable production over long periods of operation.

Long service life thanks to robust construction and WEIMA WAP gearboxes

The compact, robust design, featuring an internal WAP gearbox and a powerful electric motor, ensures continuous operation even during demanding shredding tasks. The in-house developed gearbox delivers high torque reserves, is easy to maintain and reduces mechanical stress. This extends the machine’s service life and lowers total operating costs in industrial applications.

Long-lasting protection thanks to the offset rotor bearing

The offset position of the rotor bearings provides reliable protection against dust, dirt and material ingress. This significantly reduces the load on the bearings and extends maintenance intervals. The result is a durable design offering high operational reliability – even during multi-shift operation.

WL 6Product features
Screwed interchangeable strainer from WEIMA
WEIMA rotor with vautid coating
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  • Hopper opening length (mm)
  • Feed opening width (mm)
  • Rotor diameter (in/mm)
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  • Rotor length (mm)
  • Rotor speed (rpm)
  • Power (hp)
  • Rotor Knives
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  • Available knife sizes (mm)
  • Fraction size (mm)
  • Connection diameter (in/mm)
  • Infeed (mm)
  • Length (mm)
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WL 6
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  • -
  • 260
  • 800
  • 100
  • 18,5 - 22
  • 42
  • 40
  • 10 - 60
  • 200
  • 800 x 1.250
  • 2.390
  • 1.390
  • 1.840
  • 2.000
  • -
  • -
  • 370
  • 1.000
  • 100
  • 30 - 45
  • 52
  • 40 | 60
  • 10 - 60
  • 200
  • 1.000 x 1.200
  • 2.440
  • 1.950
  • 1.730
  • 3.000
  • -
  • -
  • 370
  • 1.500
  • 100
  • 37 - 75
  • 82
  • 40 | 60
  • 10 - 60
  • 250
  • 1.500 x 1.530
  • 3.130
  • 2.445
  • 1.730
  • 5.000
  • -
  • -
  • 260
  • 600
  • 100
  • 11 - 18,5
  • 28
  • 40
  • 10 - 60
  • 160
  • 600 x 1.050
  • 2.045
  • 1.165
  • 1.640
  • 1.300
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  • -
  • 370
  • 800
  • 100
  • 30 - 37
  • 42
  • 40
  • 10 - 60
  • 200
  • 800 x 1.200
  • 2.520
  • 1.750
  • 1.730
  • 2.600
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  • -
  • 260
  • 600
  • 100
  • 15
  • 14
  • 40
  • 10 - 60
  • 160
  • 600 x 800
  • 1.805
  • 1.120
  • 1.640
  • 1.200
  • -
  • -
  • 260
  • 1.000
  • 100
  • 22
  • 54
  • 40
  • 10 - 60
  • 200
  • 1.000 x 1.250
  • 2.390
  • 1.640
  • 1.840
  • 2.400
  • 1050
  • 600
  • 260
  • 600
  • 90 - 110
  • 25
  • 28
  • 40
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  • 160
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WL 8 Shredder in practical use – shredding in real-world applications

Application videos demonstrating the efficient shredding of various materials
The WL 6 shreds wood waste at Sucker Holzbau GbR
Sucker Holzbau GbR, a carpentry firm, produces a great deal of wood waste. This is put to use with the help of a WL 6 shredder and a wood chip boiler to heat the workshops and offices, as well as three detached houses.
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From Barrel to Firewood | Shredding Barrel Staves with the WEIMA WL 4
Rejected barrel staves and other wood scraps are shredded in a WEIMA WL 4 shredder. In addition, all woodworking machines are connected to a central extraction system. The fine dust collected in this process is compressed into compact briquettes using a WEIMA C 150 briquetting press.
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The WL 4 with a hopper extension shreds wood waste from the Ulrich Althoff GmbH joinery
For over 110 years, the name Althoff has been synonymous with creative woodworking. At the joinery in Bielefeld, wood waste is produced at every stage of the process. This can be put to good use by using a WEIMA WL 4 shredder to heat the premises.
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The WEIMA WL 6 shreds wood waste at a sawmill
The WEIMA WL 6 single-shaft shredder processes wood waste from a sawmill in the Black Forest.
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Wood chipping using a WEIMA WL 6 S chipper at GARANT Türen & Zargen GmbH
At GARANT, sustainability is a top priority. For many years, the company’s products have been manufactured in an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly manner. Even the waste generated during frame production is recycled – using a WEIMA WL 6 S single-shaft shredder.
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