Demolition shears: the Cayman range
For over twenty years Zato has been designing and manufacturing high-efficiency hydraulic demolition shears for recycling medium to heavy ferrous and non-ferrous scrap. The Cayman shears effectively reduce steel bars, aluminum profiles, and bulky scrap, improving the recovery of recyclable materials and by-products. Made in Italy, they combine cutting-edge technology with innovative cutting geometries for high performance on site. Whether mounted on a boom or a bucket, a Cayman shear brings reliable cutting force to demolition, scrapyard, and recycling operations of almost any size.
Why choose Cayman demolition attachments
As versatile demolition attachments, Cayman shears fit a wide range of excavators and switch easily between boom and bucket mounting, so a single fleet can tackle very different jobs.
- Outstanding cutting force: achieved through the synergy of high-performance blades, dependable gearboxes, and a sturdy machine body.
- Wide range of models: eight different shear models to suit various production requirements.
- Parts availability: kept in stock at all times to ensure continuous supply and reduced downtime.
Extremely powerful cutting performance
Backed by more than two decades of experience as demolition shear manufacturers, Zato engineers each Cayman around cutting force, clean material clearance, and long service life in demanding conditions.
- Wide jaw opening: delivers high cutting performance on bulky sections.
- Large material output area: ensures smooth material clearance during operation.
- Heavy-duty central pivot pin: treated with a cryogenic process — cooled with liquid nitrogen before installation — to reduce thrust damage.
- Enhanced durability: the gradual return to room temperature ensures a precise fit of the pin in its housing, promoting long-term reliability.
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FAQ
What are demolition shears used for?
Demolition shears are hydraulic attachments mounted on excavators to cut and reduce metal scrap and structures, steel bars, profiles, aluminium, cars and bulky scrap, improving material recovery on demolition and recycling sites. Zato’s Cayman range covers medium to heavy applications with eight models and over twenty years of development behind it.
How do I choose the right size of demolition shear for my excavator?
The correct model depends on the carrier’s weight and whether the shear is boom- or bucket-mounted, as well as the type of material to be cut. Zato offers eight Cayman sizes with defined excavator-weight ranges for each mounting position, and its technical team helps match the shear to your machine and your typical scrap.
What makes a demolition shear durable?
Yes. Zato’s Cayman shears are designed to process medium to heavy ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, including steel bars, aluminium and profiles. The combination of jaw geometry, blade design and cutting force lets the same attachment handle a wide mix of materials encountered in demolition and scrapyards.
Can demolition shears cut both ferrous and non-ferrous scrap?
Yes. Zato’s Cayman shears are designed to process medium to heavy ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, including steel bars, aluminium and profiles. The combination of jaw geometry, blade design and cutting force lets the same attachment handle a wide mix of materials encountered in demolition and scrapyards.
Are spare parts and blades readily available?
Yes. Zato keeps Cayman parts in stock to ensure continuous supply and reduced downtime, and the shears use interchangeable blades with multiple cutting edges to extend life between replacements. This focus on parts availability is part of why the Cayman is suited to continuous, high-duty operation.
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