Tigercat chipper targeted to high-volume wood processors

Tigercat International Inc.'s new model 6500 wood chipper is a heavy-duty down-swing drum chipper that, according to the Brantford, Ontario-based company, is designed for high production and maximum flexibility.

The 6500’s rotor speeds are adjustable based on infeed material density and desired chip length, with chip length settings ranging from a 1/2 inch to 2 inches. The company says the feature can help processors of land clearing debris, yard waste and scrap wood maximize throughput and end product quality.

The new chipper’s frame pivots on the undercarriage, allowing the operator to adjust the infeed angle for varying feedstock or raise and lower the discharge height to adjust the chip pile size or accommodate top-loading trailers. The design of the frame allows the chipper to be transported on an 18-inch lowboy trailer without the need to fold the discharge conveyor to maintain its transport height under 13 feet, 6 inches, according to Tigercat.

For maintenance tasks, the chipper’s split hog box opens over center to fully access the rotor and screens for simple knife changes.

Additionally, the grate frame is hydraulically retractable for inspection, service or impact detection tasks and the single discharge conveyor is open on the bottom for what Tigercat says is clean operation and easy servicing. A tool storage area mounted on the side of the machine hydraulically raises and lowers.

Regarding pallet, an optional large-diameter magnetic head pulley is available to effectively remove metal from the end product, and Tigercat says the machine also is prepared to accept over-band magnet systems.