Top 5 Scrap Cable Strippers Suppliers in France [2025]

Founded in Lyon back in 2008, TechStrip Industries has built a reputation as the “Swiss watchmakers” of cable stripping. They don’t just sell machines—they engineer solutions for the trickiest stripping challenges. What sets them apart? A laser focus on precision, even with the most delicate or irregularly shaped cables.

Their star product, the scrap cable stripper D01-6B , is a fan favorite among medium-sized recycling yards. Picture this: you’ve got a mixed batch of cables—some thin phone chargers, some thick industrial wires with rubber insulation, maybe even a few coaxial cables. Most strippers would either tear the metal or leave plastic residue, but the D01-6B? It adjusts its blade pressure and feeding speed automatically, thanks to built-in sensors that “read” the cable’s diameter and insulation type in real time. One operator in Marseille told us, “We used to lose 15% of copper to nicks or leftover plastic with our old machine. With TechStrip’s D01-6B, that waste dropped to 2%. It’s like having a master craftsman in a box.”

But TechStrip doesn’t stop at basic stripping. Their 2024 upgrade added a “SmartSort” feature that separates stripped metal by type (copper vs. aluminum) using conductivity sensors—no extra manual sorting needed. For larger operations, they offer the MX-D01-6Y6, a heavy-duty model that cranks out up to 300 kg/hour. “We work with a telecom company that sends us truckloads of old fiber optic cables mixed with power lines,” says a TechStrip rep. “The MX-D01-6Y6 handles it all without breaking a sweat. Clients tell us it pays for itself in 8–10 months, tops.”

Downsides? They’re not the cheapest. Prices start at €8,500 for the entry-level D01-6B, which might be steep for tiny startups. But if precision and reliability are non-negotiable, TechStrip is worth every cent.

Headquartered in Toulouse, CableCycle France has been a household name in the recycling equipment scene since 2012. Their mantra? “Tough jobs need tough machines.” And their cable recycling machine WCD-200C lives up to that promise. Designed for high-volume, 24/7 operations, this beast is built like a tank—literally. The frame is reinforced steel, the blades are tungsten-carbide coated, and the motor is a 7.5 kW beast that laughs at overheating, even during summer heatwaves in the south of France.

What makes the WCD-200C a game-changer? Its versatility with jelly-filled cables —the bane of many recyclers’ existence. Jelly-filled cables (common in underground telecom lines) have a sticky, petroleum-based gel that gums up most strippers. CableCycle’s solution? A pre-heating chamber that softens the gel just enough to let the blades glide through, followed by a high-pressure air blast that blows away residue. “We used to spend hours cleaning gel off our old machine,” says a recycling plant manager in Bordeaux. “Now, with the WCD-200C, the gel is gone before the cable even exits the stripper. We process 500 kg of jelly-filled cables daily, and the machine runs like it’s brand new after 2 years.”

But it’s not all brawn and no brains. The WCD-200C comes with a user-friendly touchscreen that lets operators save custom settings for different cable types. Got a weekly shipment of the same industrial cables? Save the profile, and the machine starts stripping perfectly on day one. And if something goes wrong? CableCycle’s service team is legendary—they guarantee on-site support within 24 hours in mainland France. “We had a blade jam on a Friday evening before a big Monday deadline,” recalls a client in Lille. “Their tech was at our yard by 9 AM Saturday, fixed it, and even gave our team a quick training refresher. You can’t put a price on that peace of mind.”

Pricing for the WCD-200C starts at €14,200, which is a significant investment, but for operations churning out 1–2 tons of stripped cable daily, it’s a no-brainer.

Paris-based GreenWaste Machinery isn’t just a supplier—they’re activists with a spreadsheet. Founded in 2015 by a team of environmental engineers, their mission is to make recycling as green as the materials it recovers. Their flagship offering, the jelly-filled cable recycling plant WCW-500 , is a testament to that mission.

Let’s talk numbers: traditional cable strippers guzzle electricity and often require chemical solvents to clean tough residues. The WCW-500? It uses 30% less energy than comparable models, thanks to a regenerative motor that captures and reuses energy during deceleration. And instead of harsh chemicals, it uses a biodegradable citrus-based cleaner for gel removal. “We’re certified ISO 14001, so every machine we buy has to meet strict eco-standards,” says a sustainability director at a major French retailer. “GreenWaste’s WCW-500 was the only plant that checked all the boxes—low energy, non-toxic cleaners, and even a noise reduction system that keeps our factory below 75 dB. Our neighbors haven’t filed a single complaint since we installed it!”

But GreenWaste doesn’t sacrifice performance for planet. The WCW-500 handles up to 500 kg/hour of jelly-filled, armored, or even multi-layered cables, and its dry-separation system ensures 99.8% pure metal recovery. What really wows clients, though, is the “EcoDashboard”—a cloud-based tool that tracks your carbon footprint, energy usage, and material recovery rates in real time. “We use it to apply for government grants,” one client in Nantes explained. “The dashboard generates reports that show exactly how much CO2 we’re saving by recycling instead of mining new copper. Last year, that report helped us secure €20k in sustainability funding.”

Yes, the WCW-500 is pricier than some competitors (starting at €18,500), but for companies prioritizing ESG goals or chasing green certifications, it’s an investment that pays off in grants, customer trust, and a cleaner conscience.

Not every recycler needs a €20k industrial beast. For small-scale operations—think family-run yards, electricians who collect scrap on the side, or community recycling centers—EcoRecycle Solutions is a godsend. Based in Strasbourg, this 2019 startup specializes in compact, affordable strippers that punch above their weight.

Their bestseller, the scrap cable stripper MX-A02-8F3 , is designed for “no-fuss” recycling. It’s compact (about the size of a washing machine), easy to move with built-in wheels, and so simple to operate that even someone with zero tech experience can learn it in 15 minutes. “I’m a retired electrician, and I started recycling cables as a side gig,” says a client in Lyon. “I didn’t want to spend my savings on a huge machine. EcoRecycle’s MX-A02-8F3 cost me €4,800—less than 3 months of profits. It’s not the fastest (tops out at 80 kg/hour), but it’s reliable. I run it 4 hours a day, 6 days a week, and it’s never broken down. The blades last forever, too—I only had to ｒｅｐｌａｃｅ them once after a year!”

EcoRecycle doesn’t skimp on safety, either. The MX-A02-8F3 has emergency stop buttons, finger guards, and a “no-cable, no-run” sensor that prevents accidental activation. And if you do need help? Their customer service is via WhatsApp—no automated menus, just a real person who responds in French or German (handy for border regions like Alsace). “I texted them at 7 PM on a Sunday because I couldn’t figure out why the feed was jamming,” another client said. “A tech called me back 10 minutes later, walked me through fixing it over the phone. Saved me a service call!”

For those who need a bit more oomph, EcoRecycle offers the MX-A02-8F3 Pro, which bumps up speed to 120 kg/hour and adds a dust collection system (important for indoor use). At €6,200, it’s still a steal for small businesses ready to scale.

Sometimes, off-the-shelf just won’t cut it. That’s where ProStrip Systems, based in Nantes, comes in. Since 2010, they’ve made a name for themselves by building bespoke stripping solutions for clients with ultra-specific needs. Ever needed a stripper that can handle underwater cables? Or military-grade fiber optics with armor plating? ProStrip has done it.

Their crown jewel is the cable recycling machine WCD-200C Custom , a “blank canvas” model that starts as a base unit and gets tricked out with add-ons. One client, a defense contractor in Toulon, needed to strip cables with lead shielding (common in radar systems). ProStrip added a lead-specific blade and a HEPA filter to capture dust—critical for worker safety. Another client, a renewable energy firm, wanted to process 10-meter-long submarine cables. ProStrip extended the feeding chute and added a motorized roller system to prevent kinks. “They didn’t just sell us a machine—they collaborated with our engineers for 3 months to design it,” says the energy firm’s operations manager. “The end result? A stripper that handles our unique cables with zero waste. Worth every euro of the custom fee.”

ProStrip’s customization doesn’t mean long wait times, either. Their modular design system lets them build most custom machines in 6–8 weeks, compared to 3–6 months with other suppliers. And they stand behind their work with a 5-year warranty on custom parts—unheard of in the industry. “We had a custom blade holder crack after 3 years,” a client in Nice told us. “ProStrip sent a replacement for free, no questions asked. That’s loyalty.”

Of course, custom comes with a cost. Prices start at €16,000 for a basic WCD-200C Custom and go up from there, depending on add-ons. But for businesses with niche needs, ProStrip is the only game in town.