USED SCHUTTE AHM-20

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer: Schutte-Buffalo-Astec

Model: AHM-20

Material: Carbon Steel

Condition: Used

Description
The Schutte-Buffalo-Astec Hammermill Model AHM-20 is a heavy-duty industrial grinding machine designed for high-capacity size reduction and material processing. This unit features (2) 48” diameter x 24” wide rotors equipped with swinging hammers (2-3/4” W x 4” L x 5/16” thick), configured in 7 rows of 14 hammers per row across 2 sections.
The hammermill operates with a 3/16” screen and has a top feed opening measuring 15” wide x 60” long with a hopper. The bottom discharge measures 60-1/2” long x 11” tall, allowing for efficient material output.
This unit is powered by a robust 600 HP motor (3/60/460V, 1790 RPM) and is mounted on a frame for stability. It also includes a Twin City blower, Type RBR-SW, size 926, driven by a 200 HP motor (3/60/230/460V, 1785 RPM), enhancing material movement and dust collection.
Specifications

Model: AHM-20

Material: Carbon Steel

Rotor Size: (2) 48” Diameter x 24” Wide

Hammers: 2-3/4” W x 4” L x 5/16” Thick

Hammer Configuration: 7 Rows of 14 Hammers per Section (2 Sections)

Screen Size: 3/16”

Top Feed Opening: 15” W x 60” L with Hopper

Bottom Discharge: 60-1/2” L x 11” T

Main Motor: 600 HP, 3/60/460V, 1790 RPM

Blower: Twin City Blower, Type RBR-SW, Size 926

Blower Motor: 200 HP, 3/60/230/460V, 1785 RPM

Mounting: Frame-mounted

Condition: Used

Applications
This Schutte-Buffalo-Astec Hammermill is ideal for high-volume material processing, including:

Wood Grinding: Pallets, logs, and biomass processing

Recycling Industry: Shredding wood, plastic, and rubber

Agricultural Processing: Grinding feedstock, crop waste, and husks

Biomass & Renewable Energy: Preparing materials for pellet fuel and biofuel

Paper & Pulp Industry: Grinding fiber for pulping processes

Mining & Minerals: Crushing ores and raw materials

Compatible Products & Uses

High-volume wood waste reduction
Biomass material preparation for fuel production
Agricultural byproduct grinding
Shredding and grinding for recycling processes
Industrial material size reduction