I’m starting a tennis ball recycling project.
I am currently analyzing the viability of this process.
For that, I would like to know if anyone has ever used the shredder to grind rubber and if so, what was the result.
I believe its possible to use the plastic shredder to grind the tennis balls, but I would like to be sure, before starting my own shredder project.
Thank you all.
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I don’t know if the V3 or V4 shredder can handle tennis balls. Probably depends on what you plan to do with the chips and how small they need to be. I would optimize the design for tennis balls if that is the primary use.
I repurpose my tennis balls. I have built a ball dispenser that I put in front of the house. Dog owners and small kids are pretty good at keeping the dispenser empty. I realize the balls eventually get thrown out but at least they took the place of new chew toys or game balls. Also donated a bunch to animal shelters.
Some of the more clever uses I’ve seen, one was at an airport, the maintenance guy had a tennis ball on a stick and was using it to remove scuff marks off of the tile floor…worked very well as a brush. I also saw a mail delivery person carry a stick with a tennis ball at the end. He said that when a dog charges him it wants to bite something. The tennis ball is the best option.
So lots of repurposing options that don’t need a shredder.
Are you still pursuing your tennis ball recycling project? I built a tennis ball shredder several years ago and it is taking up room in my garage and not being used much. I would be willing to sell it. Much less expensive than a commercial shredder, but is heavy duty enough to rip tennis balls to shreds for many years to come. I can show you a video if you are interested.