EFFICIENT Fuel Use
and supreme productivity
SCARAB WINDROW TURNERS HAVE BELT DRIVEN DRUMS, A MORE EFFICIENT OPTION COMPARED TO DRUMS DRIVEN BY HYDRAULICS.
ABOUT SCARAB INTERNATIONAL
At SCARAB, we strive to assist worldwide composters to realize their maximum potential. Customers trust our company and love our compost turners. To be the most respected and thriving company serving composters all over the world. To make innovative contributions to the compost industry for the improvement and prosperity of humanity. Thank you for visiting our SCARAB website. We look forward to learning about your specific operation and exploring how a SCARAB compost windrow turner machine might be “just what you need”
SCARAB International has a GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract. Contact us for more information.
ALL OF OUR MACHINES ARE
less expensive
Fuel efficient
LOW MAINTENANCE COST
SCARAB can customize windRow turners for your needs
Models accommodate 8 through 27 foot windrows (self-propelled straddle type and pull-behind). Both belt driven and hydraulic compost turners are offered. Patented independent suspension and track design that “floats” the machine across varying surfaces. Multiple drive system options: four wheel drive, full track (14-30 inches wide), rubber tires, and drive tires in front with castors in back or transverse configuration. Eight flail designs, six drum sizes and multiple configurations. Local service and delivery of parts through our network of distributors.
Small to Medium Composting
8′, 10′, 12′ MODELS
HORSEPOWER RANGE
100 – 250 HP
PROCESSING CAPACITY RANGE
2,000 – 5,000 CU. YDS / HOUR
MAX WINDROW SIZE
12′ X 5′
Medium to Large Composting
14′, 16′, 18′ MODELS
HORSEPOWER RANGE
250 – 600 HP
PROCESSING CAPACITY RANGE
5,000 – 11,000 CU. YDS / HOUR
MAX WINDROW SIZE
18′ X 7
Largest Composting
20′, 22′, 24′, 27′ MODELS
HORSEPOWER RANGE
600 – 700 HP
PROCESSING CAPACITY RANGE
9,000 – 14,000 CU. YDS / HOUR
MAX WINDROW SIZE
27′ X 11′
THE TRUTH IN ADVERTISING
Misleading statements you will often hear when in the market for a new machine
Our machine is more fuel efficient
“Our machine is more fuel efficient because it consumes XX gallons of diesel per hour.”
You will usually hear this claim from companies that have included a smaller engine in their quote in order to appear more competitive and to reduce their price. Most manufacturers can install any size engine you need or want. Fuel efficiency of a turner should be measured by the units (gallon/liter) of diesel consumed per unit (ton/tonne) of compost turned.
Our hydraulic drum is strong and turns material that would stall out a belt-driven drum
This is absolute hogwash! The only thing that has stalled out is sales of hydraulic drum turners….for us and our competitors. You’ll only hear this misleading statement from turner manufacturers who don’t offer a belt-driven drum. Even a first year engineering student can tell you that at a maximum of 65% of available horsepower can be transmitted hydraulically while belt-driven drums transmit almost 98%. Call us and we’ll calculate the fuel and labor savings you can expect from a turner with 50% greater efficiency.
Use a watering system that is built into our machine
SCARAB can provide this option but discourages it because applying water with a machine is at least 3-5 times more expensive than more common methods. Operators using this system complain that it can take over 2 hours to water a 300-400 ft windrow and consume over 40 gallons of diesel. Factoring in the cost per hour for the turner, plus labor and fuel translates to over $400 just to water a windrow one time! Only the manufacturer benefits from selling you a watering system. A good business partner won’t take you down this path but will help you understand and select the best watering option for your operation.
We have quoted a comparable machine
Don’t be mislead-make sure your specifications accurately and completely reflect what you need. In an effort to appear competitively priced several manufacturers frequently quote a smaller machine and smaller engine than other competitors. For example, they will claim their machine is an 18ft machine (the machine size specified) but it is actually about 16ft wide and has scrapers/track clearers on each side that “draw in” the other two feet of material. Most manufactures can equip their machines with scrapers. To ensure you are being quoted comparable machines be certain to specify the width of the turner’s tunnel. And be certain to specify the engine horsepower you need.
Machines built of hollow steel tubes contain corrodible hollows
This statement is usually made by manufacturers using a steel plate frame. SCARAB has many machines STILL IN USE TODAY that were built many years before these companies produced their first turner. The truth is tubing used in our machines is welded closed which prevents corrosion. Further, the tube frame is much easier to keep clean than the plate steel designs available today. An examination of the steel plate designs reveals an endless number of pockets and crevices that capture and hold debris and moisture. Keeping these pockets clean is problematic.
The SCARAB difference
With over 50 years of experience in the compost windrow turner manufacturing industry, we are the world’s leading manufacturer of self-propelled compost windrow turners.
Flexibility
We manufacture the only 100% customized windrow turner in the world. These machines meet the customer’s needs in size, power, and mobility. No matter what the environment is like.
Affordability
Our maintenance friendly design reduces labor costs and down time. Open and accessible design provides ready access to all parts.
efficiency
We are the industry leader for both hydraulic and belt-driven drums. Our belt-driven drums deliver over 50% more of the available horsepower to the drum than comparable hydraulic models.
machines
SCARAB Compost Windrow Turner 12 Foot Windrows
SCARAB Compost Windrow Turner 18 Foot Windrows
SCARAB Compost Windrow Turner 24 Foot Windrows
Our services
LEASING OPPORTUNITIES
Leasing Options For New And Used Compost Turners
SCARAB offers leasing options for both new and used (refurbished) compost turners. There are 3, 4, and 5-year lease options as well as lease-to-purchase opportunities.
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At SCARAB, We Strive To Assist Worldwide Composters To Realize Their Maximum Potential, Contact us today to learn more about dealership opportunities! Customers trust our company and love our compost machines.
Refurbish
Refurbishing your windrow turner OR purchasing a pre-owned SCARAB can save you about HALF THE PRICE of a new compost turner. Working within a budget? Give us a call and let’s see what we can do for you.
dealer opportunities
Contact us today to learn more about dealership opportunities! Customers trust our company and love our compost machines.
WATCH A SCARAB IN ACTION
SCARAB is the only 100% customized commercial compost turner in the world. These machines meet the customer’s needs in size, power, and mobility. No matter what the environment is like.
Brad D.
Brian W., General Manager, Northwest Construction LTD