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CRUNCHER™ Bag Compactors Series 693 and 388

CRUNCHER™  Bag Compactors  Series 693 and 388

CRUNCHER™ Bag Compactors Series 693 and 388

Product catalog summary
Overview: The Cruncher® bag compactor offers a simple and efficient solution for reducing bulky, dusty discarded bags into a manageable, high-density bundle. It is designed to work seamlessly with Dynamic Air's BagBuster® bag breaker, providing a controlled environment for handling bagged materials.
High Density Compacting: The compactor uses a powerful hydraulic ram to compress approximately 300 empty bags into a compact bale measuring 16" x 24" x 36" and weighing around 180 pounds.
Versatility and Cost Efficiency: The unit can be configured for right or left-hand operation, saving space and reducing disposal and clean-up costs by effectively containing both bags and dust.
Key Features:
  • Powerful hydraulic action
  • Quick release door
  • Heavy-duty ribbed housing
  • Preassembled and ready to operate
  • Direct mounting to BagBuster bag breaker
  • Low power requirements
  • Large inlet opening
  • Compact design
Operation: The compactor operates in two modes:
  • Loading Mode: Bags are stuffed through the inlet opening.
  • Compacting Mode: Activated by pressing the RUN button, the ram compresses the bags and retracts. Safety interlocks stop the process if doors are opened during operation.
Construction Features: The compactor is constructed from mild steel, with optional stainless steel and explosion-proof versions available.
Technical Specifications:
  • Air Supply: 90-100 PSIG (6.2 to 6.9 barg)
  • Electrical Supply: 110/120 VAC 50/60 Hz, 24 VDC optional
  • Shipping Weight: 1200 lbs. (499 kg)
Dimensions: Detailed dimensions are provided for installation and operation, ensuring compatibility with existing systems.
Contact Information: Dynamic Air Inc., St. Paul, MN USA, with worldwide offices in Australia, Brazil, China, and the United Kingdom. Visit www.dynamicair.com for more information.
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The Cruncher > bag compactor provides a simpleand efficient method of reducing bulky, dusty dis- carded bags into a high density bundle which can be easily handled and disposed of without the mess and dust normally associated with a bag breakingoperation. The Cruncher bag compactor can beeasily fitted to Dynamic AirΒs BagBuster > bagbreaker to provide a controlled atmosphere that makes handling bagged material more tolerable. > The Cruncher bag compactor's powerful hydraulic ram can compact approximately 300 empty bags (depending on bag size*) into a 16" x 24" x 36" baleweighing approximately 180 pounds. > The Cruncher bag compactor can be fitted as eithera right hand or left hand unit. It saves considerable space and time while reducing bag disposal and clean-up costs by efficiently containing both the discarded bags and dust. > Powerful hydraulic action Quick release door Heavy-duty ribbed housing Preassembled, ready to operate Mounts directly to BagBuster bag breaker Low power requirements Large inlet opening Compact design > Loading mode: The operator fills the compactorwith empty bags by simply stuffing them through the inlet opening. Compacting mode: To initialize the compactingmode, the operator must press and release the RUN button on the control enclosure. The compactor ram extends downward compacting the bags in the bag housing and then retracts to the loading position. If the bag inlet swing door or bag unloading door openduring compacting, interlock safety switches willstop compaction immediately and lock the ram at its current position. When both doors are closed, the compactor ram will return to the loading position. > LOADINGCOMPACTINGREADYPOSITION size="-1">

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*The number of bags compacted will vary depending on type of bag, construction, etc.Testing facilities are available to determine exact compacting requirements.Specifications subject to change without notice. 2007, Dynamic Air Inc.Printed in U.S.A. ɕ Bulletin 20180-3 Dynamic Air Conveying Systems > , Cruncher > ή and BagBuster > are registered trademarks of Dynamic Air Inc., St. Paul, MN USA. >

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.