Not all shear heads are created equal. Understanding the different designs can help you pick the ideal shear attachment to maximize productivity for specific demolition or materials processing tasks.

Ideal for smaller excavators up to 20 metric tons, compact shears offer 13-20 inch cutting widths. Their smaller size still packs a punch for tasks like cutting rebar, demolition, and light scrap processing.

Standard Shears

As the name suggests, standard shears in the 18-30 inch width range fit the needs of most light-medium excavators up to 35 metric tons. A versatile all-around excavator metal shear suitable for a variety of demolition and scrap applications.

Heavy-Duty Shears

For larger excavators 35+ metric tons, heavy-duty shears with widths up to 42 inches provide the raw cutting power needed for tough jobs. Demolish massive concrete structures or grind through heavy scrap piles.

demolition(demolition) Shears

Specialized demolition shears mount dedicated hardened steel tips for maximum penetration into concrete, rock, and asphalt. Ideal for applications requiring fast and aggressive material penetration.

Scrap Shears

Features like serrated blade edges and tungsten carbide teeth make scrap shears highly durable for continuous cutting of scrap metal over long durations. Optimized for high-volume recycling work.

Modular Shears

Replaceable cutting modules allow the use of different blades optimized for wood, metal, or rock in a single excavator metal shear body. Convenient for jobs requiring frequent material changes.

Multi-Process Shears

Advanced designs with hardened replaceable blade edges, rotating cutters, and powered hammers achieve the processing power of several attachments in one. Perfect for demanding multi-material applications.

Choosing the right excavator metal shear attachment means picking the design specialized for your typical tasks. Consider application, machine size, and material types handled.