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Get More Done with Horizontal Grinders

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West Salem’s horizontal grinders offer superior processing performance, while minimizing the need for maintenance and additional horsepower.  Superior Machine Design  We get the best results by using the unbeatable combination of field/application experience, in-house testing, and innovative design staff – with years of practical field knowledge – to correctly design, size, and improve our machines…

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History of the Hammermill

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At West Salem Machinery, our rugged hammermill machinery offers superior fine grind processing performance and lower maintenance costs. Whether you need to grind wood fiber, or feed products, our high-volume hammermill machinery delivers the exceptional performance needed to meet your processing goals. The hammermill has long been used in various areas of the agriculture and…

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Electric Equipment Solutions are Safe, Cost Effective and Reliable

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WSM Equipment has been electric since 1947 Switching to stationary electric equipment offers numerous advantages that can transform your operations. WSM electric-powered machinery is not only more reliable and cost-effective, but also significantly safer. By choosing electric solutions, you can often eliminate the need for permits from local air pollution control districts, take advantage of…

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Rugged, Productive and Easy to Maintain Vertical Grinders from WSM

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For performance, construction, and durability nothing else measures up to WSM’s Vertical Feed Grinders. Specifically designed for industrial use, from woodworking plants to the largest biomass power facilities, these Grinders get the most difficult jobs done. Delivering consistent product sizing in a wide range of applications including Sawmill / Plamermill waste, grinding of bark, wood…

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Maximizing Grinder Performance

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The Strategic Use of Disc Screens Using a disc screen in front of a grinder is an efficient way of maximizing grinder performance. By integrating a disc screen, only material requiring size reduction reaches the grinder. This smart separation ensures that particles already at or below target size are removed beforehand, thereby optimizing the grinding…

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WSM Grinders Increase Raw Biomass Material Yields

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Operators can attain maximum yields from the bioenergy process with the help of our bioenergy solutions, processing and handling technology, and industry knowledge. Fuel made from organic matter, such as the vast array of dry bulk materials known as “biomass,” is known as bioenergy. Wood and wood-based products, such as logs, wood chips, waste wood…

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WSM’s Recent Shipments May 2023

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These recent shipments include heavy duty industrial disc screens and vertical feed grinders for sawmills, boil fuel, and trim processing. See below: 3240 Vertical Feed Grinder with 42-10 Disc Screen This 3240 vertical grinder & 42-10 disc screen is sized and configured to screen 35 tons / hr of incoming 3” minus material removing material…

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WSM’s Recent Shipments:

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These recent shipments include industrial screens and grinders, severe duty disc screens, and high torque grinders for sawmills, feedstock, and trim processing. See below: 4048 GRI-HP Horizontal Grinder for Hardwood Trim This 4048 GRI-HP Horizontal Grinder is configured for hardwood waste and trim with a 300 HP direct drive and designed to process material to…

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Benefits of Routine Equipment Maintenance

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At West Salem Machinery, we know customers rely on our quality machines, from our rugged hammermills to our heavy-duty super shredders. But even the best machines need maintenance and attention. In fact, there are many advantages to regularly inspecting and maintaining your industrial equipment. The following are some of the top benefits of preventative maintenance…

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WSM’s Recent Shipments February 2023

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This load is going to a recycling facility in Canada that converts cardboard, plastics, construction and demolition wood, and yard waste into clean, green energy for electric vehicles. The 5472 Vertical Grinder with 600 HP motor and Infeed Chute with Ballistics Attachment will reduce pre-shredded waste to an approx. 1” minus. Our 72” wide, 16…

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