In any industrial setting, maximizing efficiency is the cornerstone of profitability and success. For companies that rely on hammer mills and other size reduction equipment, one of the key factors that can impact efficiency is the condition of wear parts. At Schutte Hammermill, we understand how critical replacement wear parts are to maintaining peak performance… Read more »
Knowledge Base
Hammer Replacement Procedure
The standard hammers used in our mills are double end reversible types, which have four wearing edges. When hammers become dull to the point where the machine is not grinding efficiently or when the hammers are well rounded, turn the hammers so a new sharp edge will be in service. One row of hammers should… Read more »
Recommended Inspection Schedule for hammer mill wear parts
PART ACTION FREQUENCY Bolts Inspect Tighten Daily Guards Inspect Daily Belts Inspect Daily Magnets Inspect Daily Hammers Inspect Weekly Rotate The striking edge is worn. Replace All 4 edges worn. Screen or Inspect Weekly Grate Replace Excessive wear Bearings Inspect Weekly Refill As needed Hammer Rods Inspect Each time you rotate hammers Replace – When… Read more »
A How-To Guide for Replacing Your Wear Parts: Replacing the Bearings
Note: Always replace bearings in pairs.
A How-To Guide for Replacing Your Wear Parts: Replacing or Rotating the Hammers and Replacing Hammer Rods
To prepare for replacement, contact us for a set of replacement hammers. Each row of hammers is wired into a specific order and balanced as a set at the factory. You must maintain the order of the hammers and this balance as you make changes. If you do not, the unbalanced hammers can cause excessive… Read more »