01242 620903Bin Compactors to Rent or Purchase
Bin Compactors are used by businesses to compact loose waste inside commercial bins. By squashing waste inside a bin using a compactor, more waste can be added leading to significantly reduced waste costs.
Why choose bin compaction equipment from QCR?
- Free Trials Available: Testing our equipment at your premises enables you to calculate your ROI before you commit to hire or purchase.
- Commercial-Grade Equipment: Our robust, CE-marked equipment has been engineered for long life with minimal maintenance required. New and refurbished machines are available.
- Industry-Leading Team: Since 1999, we've been recognised as the UK's leading bin compaction specialist, helping thousands of businesses compact their business waste safely and efficiently.
- Accredited & Approved: Following an audit of our procedures, we've received accreditation from SafeContractor™ in light of our excellence in health & safety standards
- Hire or Purchase: Businesses can choose to rent or buy equipment with a warranty.
Book a free, no-obligation bin audit with our industry-leading commercial waste team with over 25 years of relevant waste industry experience.
QCR 1100L Wheelie Bin Compactor
Compact waste directly into a 1100L bin. This wheeled bin compactor reduces the frequency of your bin empties by up to 75% to reduce your waste disposal costs.
- Robustly engineered for use inside or outside
- Fully compliant with EN 16500:2014
- CE marked
QCR 660L Wheelie Bin Compactor
Compact waste inside a 660 litre bin. By using this bin compactor you can squeeze around three times more waste into a commercial bin to generate significant cost savings.
- Robustly designed for use indoors or outdoors
- CE approved
Why hire a Bin Compactor from QCR?
We offer an equipment hire service in the UK which is a popular choice for businesses because of the included benefits:
- Free delivery & installation by our SafeContractor™ approved team
- Free operator training sessions at your premises
- Fully warrantied service plan inclusive of annual machine servicing, call outs, labour and parts
- Fixed price hire contract with no annual CPI price rises
- Flexibility to upgrade to a different machine in our range during your contract with no penalties
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does a Bin Compactor work?
A Bin Compactor has a hydraulic ram and compacting plate which is positioned over a bin to squash down the contents to minimise its volume. QCR offer a wide variety of different sizes of bin compactors to suit different sizes of commercial bins. Bin Compactors are sometimes known as Bin Crushers.
2. What are the key considerations when choosing a Bin Compactor?
The best bin compactor for your needs depends on the following factors:
- Bin Compatibility: Choose equipment that is compatible with the bin you use to prevent damage to the bin itself
- Floor Space & Ceiling Height: Ensure you have sufficient space both around and above the compactor so it can be used safely.
- Waste Type & Volume: Business waste can comprise of a variety of different materials which you should seek expert advice to find out the most appropriate type of compactor for your waste.
- Training & Risk Assessments: Comprehensive training must be provided to employees who operate a hydraulic bin compactor as part of their job to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act. Mandatory risk assessments are also required.
- Servicing: We recommended that hydraulic bin compactors are serviced every 6-12 months to comply with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER).
3. What different types of Bin Compactor are available?
There are two distinct types of bin compactors available in the UK:
- Manual, lever-based compactors - A simple metal frame with a long handle that clips onto the side of a wheeled bin designed for use with the home.
- Hydraulic, electric-powered compactors - Commercial bin compactors are designed for use in commercial setting by trained personnel.
4. How much will my waste collection frequency be reduced by using a bin compactor?
A bin compacting machine can reduce waste collection frequency by up to 75% with typical use. The exact reduction in waste collection frequency is dependant on the type of waste within the bin (general, mixed, recyclable).
5. How much will my waste collection frequency be reduced by using a bin compactor?
A bin compacting machine can reduce waste collection frequency by up to 75% with typical use. The exact reduction in waste collection frequency is dependant on the compactability of the waste being compacted.
6. Can they be used indoors?
Yes, QCR's range of bin compacting equipment are suitable for use indoors or outdoors.
Bin Compactors, Supplied by Industry Professionals
From bin presses to waste compactors, our industry-leading team uses their knowledge gained from 25 years in the industry to recommend solutions to all types of organisations in the UK. We're trusted by premises who want to install safe and reliable bin compacting machines that perform. Learn more by reading our detailed news articles on commercial waste compaction including:
Fully Accredited & Certified
Buy or hire in confidence because QCR Recycling Equipment has been awarded accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor™ and also Achillies™ following rigorous reviews of our policies and procedures to demonstrate that we meet the highest industry standards for quality, safety and compliance.
Warranty Information
We supply new and refurbished bin compactors to businesses with the following warranties for added peace of mind:
- Our 12 month waste compactor warranty on new machines includes call outs, parts and labour for added reassurance
- Our 6 month warranty on our fully tested used and refurbished compactors includes call outs, parts and labour
