Bale Dewiring Machine: The most versatile wire removal

When bale wires are cut from tensioned bales by hand, it can snap back instantly and unpredictably. Fully automated wire removal eliminates that moment entirely. No manual cutting, no wire recoil, no operator exposure.

A consistent infeed determines the efficiency of everything that follows. The Dewiring Machine keeps material moving at up to 60 bales per hour, reduces bottlenecks, and cuts labor dependency at the most critical point in your process. This saves based on our calculations approximately one or two operator’s workload per shift.

Wires that enter shredders and pulpers don’t disappear. They cause blade wear, reject buildup, and repair costs that are difficult to predict. Customers report up to 50% less shredder wear when dewiring is installed before the shredder. Remove the wires early, and the savings compound further down the line.

The Dewiring Machine uses an average of 25 kWh while running and enters automatic standby between bales. In an industry where energy costs make up roughly a third of operational expenses, that difference is measurable.

Bale sizes vary. Materials vary. Wire types vary. But that is not a problem! The Dewiring Machine handles different materials, horizontally wired and cross-wired bales, across a wide range of dimensions and weights, all in the same line. Add-ons are configured based on your actual process requirements, not a standard package.

Industrial lines don’t stop for business hours, and neither do we. Our team can adjust settings, troubleshoot, and reprogram your machine, keeping your line running and your service costs predictable. 

Yes, with the Bale Turning Unit add-on. Read more here.

After they are coiled or shredded, wires require far less space and are easier to handle. Also, they are ready for recycling – great way to get money back from wires. Learn more about our Additional features here. 

Manual wire cutting can be dangerous for employees. Dewiring eliminates risk of accidents, and saves lives and money. We have calculated that if your facility’s capacity is 15 bales per hour, 420 000 wires need to be cut every year. That means 420 000 unnecessary workplace safety risks caused by manual wire cutting. Resulting 1120 kilometres of wire going to the shredder (15 bales per hour, 5 wires per bale, 350 operation days per year).

Vertical wires up to 60 bales / h, Cross wired bales up to 30 bales / hour. If you want to hear more about bale sizes or you have other Bale Dewiring related questions, please ask from our experts.

The machine is highly customizable and designed to fit into existing lines. Dimensions, height, and conveyor configurations can all be adapted to your layout. Everything outside the safety fences can be modified to match your setup.

The dewiring process itself is fully automated. Typically one forklift operator is needed to load bales onto the infeed conveyor. No dedicated operator is required at the machine.

Yes. The Dewiring Machine is built for continuous industrial operation. When waiting for the next bale, it enters automatic standby and turns off the hydraulics, which reduces energy consumption without interrupting the process.

It depends on your current setup, but the most direct savings come from reduced labor, lower shredder wear, and fewer unplanned stops. Customers operating in two-shift production with two operators per shift typically see a payback period of approximately two years. Customers also report up to 50% less wear and tear on shredders after installing the Dewiring Machine before the shredder.

Cross Wrap’s own service team travels globally and is available for on-site support, wherever your facility is located. In addition, we have local service partners in Finland, UK, Norway, France, Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Italy, Chile, and the USA for faster regional response. We also offer spare parts packages delivered together with new machines to minimize any risk of downtime.