Commercial Waste Compactors to Rent or Purchase

 Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a Waste Compactor?

Put simply, a Waste Compactor will reduce the overall volume of your rubbish. Whilst many different types of equipment exist, they are all designed to compress waste into smaller volumes, making waste disposal easier and therefore also more cost-effective.

2. What are the benefits of Commercial Waste Compactors?

The benefits of compactors for commercial waste are improved site hygiene, fewer bins and lower waste collection fees. The environmental benefits of general waste compaction are reduction in carbon footprint due to less frequent collections needed from by waste carrier. 

3. What is general waste compaction?

General waste compaction is the mechanical process of compacting waste to decrease its volume. It's a simple but highly effective way to reduce the frequency of your waste collections as it enables you to fit more waste into one bin.

4. Will a waste compactor save me money?

Signing up for a compactor trial is the most accurate way to predict future savings. The following key performance indicators (KPIs) will help you assess how much money will be saved:

• Collection frequency: It's very likely that you'll be able to extend the period between each collection following the installation of a compactor because your waste is getting compressed. To understand the financial benefit, ask your registered waste carrier for the cost difference between weekly and fortnightly collections.
• Bin Quantity: Calcuate the difference between the number of bins you need now versus before the compactor was installed. An easy way to do this is to open your bins on your normal collection day to see how much spare capacity there is.
• General operational efficiency gains: Not all cost benefits are easily measurable, ask your team for feedback about the time they have saved by no longer needed to manually compact waste.

5. Which Waste Compactor is Right for You?

Investing in the right waste compactor can help you to streamline your waste management processes, save money on bin emptying and help your business stay compliant with waste disposal regulations. When deciding between hydraulic, solar-powered or pneumatic waste compactors, consider the following factors:

• Waste Volume: For smaller businesses, a simple pneumatic waste compactor will often suffice. For larger businesses using 1100L bins, a wheelie bin compactor or static compactor will be more efficient because they have the advantage of a bigger capacity. 
• Space and Accessibility: If you have a small business premises, you'll need to chose a machine with a small footprint to ensure you have sufficient space around it to operate the controls safely. Also check ceiling height for a smooth installation.
• Operator Training: To fulfil your responsibilities as an employer, you'll need to conduct a risk assessment and provide training to your employees.
• Equipment Features: Higher specification machines often have a larger price tag. You'll need to consider which technical features you'll need to avoid the risk of over complicating your waste disposal processes or paying more than you need.
• Commercial Property Lease Restrictions: If you are renting your business premises, it's always best to check with the landlord that there are no restrictions that prevent the installation of waste machinery.
• Safety and Durability: Always ensure that the machine complies with the latest safety legislation relating to machinery installed within a workplace.