In November 2025, our SL-800 Wood Shaver Machine was successfully exported to Mexico for use in a large local livestock and bedding supply enterprise.
The customer aimed to improve the quality and efficiency of animal bedding production by introducing a high-performance Wood shaver capable of processing local wood resources.
After thorough communication and equipment evaluation, they chose our SL-800 model. The machine was installed smoothly and has since delivered outstanding results in daily production.
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Customer Background & Needs
The customer is a comprehensive agricultural enterprise engaged in animal farming, farm operation, and bedding material processing. They wanted to establish a stable, eco-friendly, and cost-efficient production line for wood shavings to replace traditional hay or expensive commercial bedding.
Their goals included:
- Utilizing abundant local waste wood and offcuts.
- Producing uniform, high-quality wood shavings for livestock bedding.
- Improving hygiene and comfort in pig houses, poultry farms, and horse barns.
- Reducing long-term operation costs and creating a sustainable secondary product market.
Therefore, the customer required the Wood shaver to provide high capacity, stable performance, excellent finished shavings, and easy maintenance.
Advantages of the SL-800 Wood Shaver Machine
High Capacity & Strong Power
The SL-800 Wood shaver processes logs and wood blocks up to 16 cm diameter, producing around 1000 kg/h, with a 30 kW motor suitable for continuous heavy-duty operation.
Adjustable Shaving Size
The machine features adjustable blades, allowing users to control the thickness and size of wood shavings. The resulting shavings are soft, curly, and uniform—ideal for use as animal bedding.
Wide Raw Material Compatibility
The SL-800 can process various materials such as:
- Softwood and hardwood (pine, poplar, etc.)
- Wood offcuts and boards
- Forestry residues and waste wood
This flexibility fits well with the diverse wood resources available in Mexico.
High-Quality Wood Shavings
Finished shavings are:
- Soft and free from sharp edges
- Highly absorbent and insulating
- Easy to clean and comfortable for animals
They are widely used in pig houses, poultry sheds, horse stables, and rabbit farms.
Stable Structure & Easy Maintenance
The Wood shaver features a simple, durable structure. Routine maintenance such as blade replacement, lubrication, and bearing inspection is straightforward, allowing the customer’s technicians to operate the machine with ease.
Practical Performance & Customer Feedback
Stable Working Capacity
At the customer’s facility, the SL-800 Wood shaver consistently produces nearly 1 ton of shavings per hour, fully meeting their production targets.
Significant Improvement in Animal Environment
Soft, absorbent wood shavings reduce odor, maintain cleanliness, and improve animal comfort. Bedding replacement frequency is also reduced, improving farm efficiency.
Cost-Effective Resource Utilization
By using local waste wood to produce bedding, the customer significantly reduced raw material costs and created added value by selling packaged extra shavings.
Lower Operational Costs
After adopting the SL-800 Wood shaver, the customer’s bedding-related expenses dropped by more than 40%–60%, while overall farm hygiene and environmental conditions improved.
The customer expressed strong satisfaction with the machine’s performance, finished product quality, and after-sales support.
Case Summary & Value Demonstration
This Mexico case proves the SL-800 Wood Shaver Machine to be an efficient, stable, and economical solution for animal bedding production. By converting local wood resources into high-value wood shavings, the machine helped the customer reduce costs, improve livestock environments, and develop an additional revenue stream.
For businesses seeking to upgrade bedding quality, reduce operational costs, and make full use of renewable wood resources, the SL-800 Wood shaver is an excellent investment choice.
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