Powerhand’s new dexterity grapple is designed for meticulous scrap processing
The compact VRS80 dexterity grapple, built for 6-10 tonne excavators, is the smallest model in the VRS range
Powerhand, a U.K.-based manufacturer of specialist hydraulic attachments for the recycling, forestry, and rail sectors, has brought the VRS80 to the market, the newest and smallest model in their Vehicle Recycling System (VRS) range.
Designed for 6-10 tonne excavators, the VRS80 is a compact dexterity grapple built to meet the growing demand for precise sorting and dismantling of complex end-of-life products before the shredding process in recycling, scrap, and waste environments. And although small in size, the VRS80 has an ample opening span of 600mm.
From motors and white goods to electrical units and mixed scrap, the VRS80 delivers the same performance and build quality that operators expect from the Powerhand name, now in a more compact form which is perfect for smaller machines and tighter site conditions.
The newest member of a proven range
The launch of the VRS80 adds to Powerhand's VRS line-up, which includes the VRS140, VRS180, and flagship VRS200. All are used by operators globally for the efficient dismantling of end-of-life vehicles and recovery of high-value components such as engine assemblies and wiring looms.
Like its larger counterparts, the VRS80 features Powerhand's signature plier-like grapple design. A fixed leg secures the part, while a moving leg closes with precision to grip and remove even tightly nested components, all while ensuring the operator has a clear line of sight. This allows the dismantling of complex products using one piece of machinery, reducing the need for manual labour.
With the addition of the VRS80, the range now covers excavators from 6 to 30 tonnes, giving recycling and scrap businesses more choice when it comes to matching the right attachment to their application, machine size, and throughput requirements.
Designed for modern-day waste streams
"The VRS80 has been developed in direct response to what we're seeing on the ground," said Murray Clark, managing director of Powerhand.
"Recycling facilities across the world are dealing with increasingly complex waste streams. We no longer live in an era where everything can be sent to landfill or simply shredded. The VRS80 is aimed at operators who need to efficiently sort and dismantle everything from white goods to mixed scrap in a way that aligns with the demands of today's regulated and resource-conscious waste sector."
