Van Den Brouck-De Sutter, a specialist in the sorting and recycling of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, processes an average of 70,000t of scrap per year. Because this is no easy task, the company has acquired a Sennebogen 835 E with electric drive, and two mobile 825 E, one of which has a magnetic grab, all of which are now working at the scrap yard. Managing director Kris Van den Brouck says, “When we bought our new handling machines, sustainability was our top priority. Last year, we inaugurated a new two hectare site in Ninove. At Van den Brouck-De Sutter, we are also playing the sustainability card to the full. The decision to opt for the electric 835 E model from Sennebogen is well founded. The advanced technology - including the power of 160kW, the reach of 18m and the grab volume of 1m³ - is impressive. We decided to equip the machine with an additional pylon. This makes the cab 2m higher and gives the driver a better view when loading scrap. The fact that we save up to 50% on operating costs with the electric bagger is of course a nice bonus.”

Optimum performance - low fuel requirements

The other two Sennebogen 825E machines are diesel versions. But here, too, fuel consumption is significantly lower. This is partly due to the eco mode, the reduced idling speed and the automatic start/stop system. The new material handlers are said to have significantly increased efficiency on the site, with both ferrous and non-ferrous metals having shorter throughput times and can be prepared for further processing more quickly. The operators also enjoy working with the new acquisitions, said to be due to the high level of operator comfort, the low noise cab and the easy access.

Reliable and competent service

“The new Sennebogen machines meet our handling requirements perfectly,” says Kris Van den Brouck. SMT Belgium, Sennebogen’s sales and service partner, which helped the company to make the right choice and advises Van den Brouck-De Sutter on the design of the machines as well as on maintenance and service.