hydraulic compost turner

Hydraulic Compost Turner – YXFD-3500 Crawler Model for Industrial Windrow Composting

Over 20 years of field experience and sturdy engineering go into Henan Yuxing Intelligent Equipment's hydraulic compost turner YXFD-3500. This crawler-type machine can process piles up to 3,500mm wide and 1,600mm tall, with a potential throughput of 1,100-1,300 m³/h. It rotates and aerates huge windrows effectively using a 125kW engine (170HP), shortening fermentation cycles by 30%. This machine can function continuously in challenging fertilizer plant situations globally because to its adjustable gear combinations (6 forward / 2 reverse), various operating speeds (0–15 m/min), and sturdy construction.

How It Works?

Yourproduct engages its drum-mounted blades with the material under it by straddling a windrow. The crawler tracks travel at 0-20 m/min, while the Ø910mm rotating drum mixes oxygen-rich air into each layer by lifting and tossing the compost backward.

Hydraulic systems regulate blade depth and drum rotation for instant intensity. The machine breaks clumps and homogenizes moisture and temperature in 250mm particles. Active aeration boosts microbial activity, minimizes hot areas, and prevents anaerobic pockets.

Choose from six forward gears to match material density or reverse to rapidly reposition. The entire system is engineered for continuous duty—minimum downtime, maximum throughput. Decomposition occurs faster and more consistent over your composting pad since every pass provides oxygen and redistributes heat.

Key Technical Features

High-Capacity Windrow Processing

With confidence, the YXFD-3500 can handle industrial-sized piles. With a turning width of 3.5 meters and a stacking height of 1.6 meters, you can make thick, high-volume windrows without losing air flow. Your plant can theoretically handle more than 1,100 m³/h, which means it can handle hundreds of tons per day. This makes it perfect for processing municipal waste, animal manure, mushroom substrate, and big organic fertilizer lines.

Strong crawler mobility and hydraulic accuracy

Crawler tracks spread out the weight evenly, which makes the pads less compact and lets you work on them. With hydraulic action, you can easily change the drum speed, trip rate, and turning depth. This mix guarantees consistent performance whether you're turning fresh material or compost that's almost done, when it's wet or when it's dry.

Powerful Output in a Small Package

The machine is only 2,800mm long, 4,800mm wide, and 3,300mm high, but it has a 125kW engine. It can fit through standard shed doors that are 3.5 m wide and 1.6 m high. You can work inside or outside, quickly switch between bays, and get the most out of the equipment you already have without having to make expensive changes.

Adjustable Gears and Speeds

You can get the most out of each pass with dual-range travel (0–20 m/min) and working speeds (0–15 m/min). Faster speeds increase daily output, while slower speeds mix things more deeply. With six forward and two reverse gears, you can quickly change materials and site layouts.

Technical Specifications

All values are nominal; actual performance depends on material type, moisture, and operating conditions.

Why Choose Yuxing's Hydraulic Compost Turner?

Two Decades of Proven Innovation

Yuxing was the first company in China to make groove-type and crawler compost turners. Our plans are based on feedback from over 5,000 placements in more than 50 countries. Every new version is tried in real fermentation settings, so you get equipment that really works well under heavy loads.

Turnkey Solutions Beyond Machinery

We don't just sell machines; we also set up whole composting systems for you. We do everything in-house, from setting up the pads and adding microbes to them to crushing, mixing, granulating, and packaging. Because we have a strategic relationship with Shandong Baolai Lailai Group, you will get both the tools and the biological know-how you need for the best fermentation results.

Rapid Delivery & Strong Customization

Custom configurations leave our factory in 15–20 days, while standard units ship right away. We can help you with CE compliance, Siemens PLCs, multilingual HMIs, or OEM branding. We can change the power, the control software, and even the way the containers are loaded to fit your needs. Our advanced export logistics—40GP, open-top, and oversized—ensure safe, low-cost shipping all over the world.

Lifetime Technical Support & Training

As soon as you get your hydraulic compost turner, our team is here for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help with installation, remote commissioning, operator training, and fixing problems. We help with extra parts, capacity upgrades, and production optimization, so your line will keep running smoothly for years to come.

Benefits You Can Measure 

Faster Fermentation Cycles

Active turning can cut the time it takes to compost by up to 30%. This means you can turn over your stock faster and make more compost each year without having to make your pad bigger.

Less expensive to run

Precision hydraulics and strong construction cut down on fuel use and maintenance times. When there are fewer breakdowns, more work gets done each season.

Better quality compost

Uniform aeration gets rid of smells, stops pathogens from surviving, and makes a consistent product that is ready for the market and can command high prices.

Capacity That Can Grow

Our modular approach and engineering support extend as your business does. This is true whether you process 1,000 m³/day now or plan to double that number next year.

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FAQ

Q1: Can this product handle wet poultry manure mixed with straw?

A: Yes. The drum blades break up clumps up to 250mm, and adjustable speed lets you manage sticky, high-moisture materials. Proper pre-mixing and bulking agents will optimize results.

Q2: Will it fit in my existing composting shed?

A: If your doors are at least 3.5m wide and 1.6m high, the YXFD-3500 will pass through. Contact us with your layout; we can suggest pile configurations to maximize space.

Q3: How long does delivery take for a customized unit?

A: Custom orders ship in 15–20 days after design approval. Standard machines leave immediately. We optimize container loading to reduce freight costs.

Q4: What after-sales support do you provide internationally?

A: We offer lifetime technical assistance: remote video calls, spare-parts shipping, troubleshooting guides, and periodic check-ins. Many clients also request on-site commissioning—ask us for a tailored support plan.

Q5: Do you provide training for our operators?

A: Absolutely. We supply detailed manuals, video tutorials, and live remote sessions. On-site training is available for larger projects. Your team will be confident and competent before the first windrow is turned.

Contact Us

Ready to boost your composting efficiency with a proven hydraulic compost turner? Our engineers are here to help:

• Request Production Line Solution – tailored system design for your feedstock and capacity
• Request Plant Layout – optimize pad dimensions and equipment placement
• Download Catalog – explore our full range of turners, crushers, granulators, and more
• Get Turnkey Quotation – transparent pricing for complete lines, shipping, and commissioning

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