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Groove-type compost turner on rails for aerobic fermentation in fertilizer production
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Groove-Type Compost Turner

Uniformly turns and aerates compost in trenches, for fast aerobic fermentation.

Groove-Type Compost Turner

Groove-type compost turner on rails for aerobic fermentation in fertilizer production

Technical specifications

TypeGroove-type compost turner, rail-mounted
Trench widthConfigurable per project (typically 4–20 m)
Turning depthAdjustable, up to 1.5–3 m depending on model
MovementElectric, on rails, automatic or remote-controlled
RotorsWith helical or radial paddles for intense aeration
Processed materialsManure, sewage sludge, agricultural waste, organic waste
MotorElectric, with frequency inverter for speed adjustment
ComponentsCE marked where applicable

Sustainability impact

Equipment engineered for long-lasting operation and built from recyclable materials, in line with the principles of the circular economy.

Key features

Uniform turning

Every centimeter of material is turned and aerated uniformly along the whole trench, unlike manual turning.

Controlled temperature

By programming the turning intervals, the fermentation temperature stays in the optimal 55–65°C range.

Fast fermentation

Mature compost in 25–40 days, versus 90–120 days for passive composting without turning.

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Product description

Trench (groove) compost fermentation is one of the most widely used industrial methods for producing organic fertilizers: the materials to be composted are placed in trenches tens of meters long, and a groove-type compost turner moves automatically on rails mounted on the trench edges, turning and aerating the material at…

Groove-type compost turner on rails for aerobic fermentation in fertilizer production

Groove-Type Compost Turner

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About Urstag

15 years of experience in recycling equipment

15 years of experience in recycling equipment

For over 15 years we have delivered premium recycling equipment for PET, metal, textiles, batteries and any recyclable material. Complete lines with European engineering and Asian manufacturing, using motors and automation from Siemens, Schneider Electric, ABB, WEG and SEW-Eurodrive, for high reliability and energy efficiency.

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