01242 620903EPS Polystyrene Compactors
From small standalone compaction units to larger industrial machines for installation within a production line, our high performance range of polystyrene waste compactors turn waste into stackable blocks that can be sold for recycling.
Our comprehensive polystyrene compacting equipment hire service includes:
- Free equipment delivery, set-up and commissioing by our own qualified team who will also provide practical training sessions for your team
- Free annual machine service, technical guidance and breakdown support to ensure ongoing efficiency by our own SafeContractor™ accredited team
- A fixed rental cost for the duration of your contract with flexibility to upgrade your machine mid-contract without penalty
Free EPS Waste Consultation
Book a free EPS waste consultation at your premises with QCR. Let our industry professionals assess your waste and deliver tailored recommendations designed to maximise cost savings, sustainability and revenue potential. As a leading supplier of polystyrene balers in the UK with over 25 years' experience, QCR supply robust new and used equipment you can trust.
QCR Small Polystyrene Compactor
Budget-friendly compact polystyrene baler which converts waste into neat stackable bales for easier handling and revenue potential.
Waste compaction ratio: Up to 40:1
Processing capacity: Up to 15kg/hour
Machine output: Blocks sized 137mm x 137mm
Delivery leadtime: 1-2 weeks
✔ Free trial available
QCR Medium EPS Polystyrene Compactor
Mid-size polystyrene compacting machine powered recommended for medium warehouse operations for saving money on waste disposal.
Waste compaction ratio: Up to 40:1
Processing capacity: Up to 70kg/hour
Machine output: Blocks sized 270mm x 270mm
Delivery leadtime: 1-2 weeks
✔ Free trial available
QCR Fish Box Compactor Range
We offer specialist corrosion-protected equipment for compacting fish boxes to boost revenue potential and reduce waste costs in the food industry.
Materials compacted: EPS Fish Boxes
Throughput: up to 200kg/hour (dependant on model & material type)
Achievable Waste Compaction: up to 250-350kg/m³
Compaction ratio: Up to 40:1
Safety: CE Marked
Leadtime: This compactor is available in 5 different sizes enabling us to provide you with a customised machine tailored to your requirements.
QCR Industrial EPS Compactor Range
For large waste producers we offer high specification industrial-grade polystyrene compaction equipment.
Materials compacted: EPS Polystyrene, Styrofoam® or Extruded polystyrene foam
Throughout: up to 200kg/hour (dependant on model & material type)
Achievable Waste Compaction: up to 250-350kg/m³ (dependant on model & type of waste being processed)
Compaction ratio: Up to 40:1
Safety: CE marked
Leadtime: Made to order bespoke to your requirements with customised hopper design to integrate seamlessly with your existing machinery.
Fully Accredited & Certified
QCR have been awarded accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor™ and Achilles™ for achieving excellence in health and safety in the workplace following a thorough review of our operating procedures. As a result of our awards from these prestigious organisations, you can trust our team to install equipment with minimal disruption, adhering to strict timelines and safety standards.
Customer Testimonial
Our industry-leading team delivers every compactor with care, clarity and exceptional service. QCR installed a EPS compactor at a food manufacturing business in Manchester to compact polystyrene fish box waste and received the following customer review from Richard Hyman, Managing Director of Manchester Smoke House Ltd:
"Renting the QCR Tiger 130 has stopped us sending our EPS fish boxes to landfill as they can now collected and fully recycled"
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EPS recyclable in the UK?
Yes, it is 100% recyclable but not collected as part of the standard kerbside recycling collections in the UK meaning much of it still ends up in landfill.
Why must businesses in the UK dispose of EPS responsibly?
UK businesses must properly dispose of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) to comply with their legal "duty of care" waste regulations as detailed in The Environmental Protection Act 1990.
How do businesses dispose of large amounts of EPS?
Businesses with large amounts use EPS compactors to reduce volume up to 40:1 for more efficient transportation to a recycling facility. Many businesses with large amounts of baled EPS earn a revenue from selling it to specialist licensed recycling firms.
What are the key benefits of compacting EPS?
- Significant Volume Reduction: EPS compactors crush and densify loose waste material reducing volume by up to 40:1 drastically reducing the space needed for storage prior to disposal.
- Waste-to-Revenue Potential: Compacted EPS blocks (sometimes known as briquettes) are a valuable commodity that can be sold to specialist recycling facilities to be reprocessed into new materials.
- Environmental Sustainability: Compacted EPS can be recycled and is more efficient to transport than bulky, uncompacted waste.
- Improved Site Hygiene: EPS is lightweight (98% air) therefore it's vulnerable to being blown when disposed of in skips or open bins. By densifying it into blocks through the compaction process up to 40:1, it's easier to store.
