News from QCR and the waste & recycling industry
The waste and recycling industry is always changing. You can boost your knowledge about cardboard balers, waste balers, waste compaction or recycling trends by reading our detailed articles below. Here you will find news from the waste industry and the latest updates from the QCR team, including key industry trends and our awards.
13th November 2023
This comprehensive guide covers the Future UK Baler Market Trends. Read more about this today or contact our waste experts to learn more.
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13th November 2023
Read this article to learn more about the factors to consider when purchasing one of our balers. QCR specialise in the production of cardboard balers.
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19th October 2023
To be classed as a Mill size bale, a bale of cardboard must weigh no less than 400kg and be sized W 120cm x H 100cm x D 80cm.
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17th October 2023
If your business generates a lot of cardboard waste, investing in a cardboard baler is one of the simplest ways to minimize waste volume and save money on disposal fees when compared to using DMR (dry mixed recyclable bins) or skips.
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17th October 2023
Waste and recycling balers are simple to use and often generate considerable savings for a business by compressing waste into dense, compact blocks
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7th September 2023
In today's environmentally conscious world, effective waste management is a crucial aspect of running a responsible and sustainable business.
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7th September 2023
The Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging Waste) Regulations set out by the UK Government has contributed to the growing pressure on businesses to recycle their waste.
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17th August 2023
2023 has seen the introduction of new Packaging Waste Regulations in the UK that are applicable to many businesses selling, importing and handling packaging goods
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17th August 2023
In an era that’s dominated by heightened environmental consciousness, there's a pressing need for all businesses to reduce waste and increase levels of recycling.
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21st July 2023
Sourcing new equipment from your business can be a daunting prospect, especially in a challenging economy when it’s hard to predict the needs of your business
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14th July 2023
Cardboard is often found as a waste product of commercial activities. This versatile material is used in everything from storing and shipping goods to food packaging and takeaway containers
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14th July 2023
Running a busy business has many conflicting priorities, but it all boils down to one factor – your organisation must be profitable.
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3rd July 2023
The GLS1 Glass Crushing machine has been shortlisted at the New Product Awards at the Glee Trade Show in Birmingham which is run in association with the Garden Trade News publication.
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21st June 2023
Finding effective and affordable waste management solutions is an important part in the day-to-day operations of a busy organisation or business.
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21st June 2023
When working in Procurement or Operations Management it is important to regularly review your waste management procedures
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20th June 2023
Due to the popularity of cardboard as a packaging material, finding the most cost-effective way to dispose of your cardboard is a common challenge.
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12th June 2023
Our team of Waste Experts recently exhibited at the Royal Bath & West Show to share our money-saving recycling expertise with the eco-conscious business owners in the Somerset area.
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23rd May 2023
UK commercial and industrial sectors generated 43.9m tonnes of waste and the “Waste from Households” recycling rate was just 45% (2018).
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23rd May 2023
Glass is a big business: 3.5m tonnes of glass is melted annually in the UK. Given that experts estimate that it takes one million years for glass to fully decompose, the environmental arguments for glass recycling are indisputable.
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28th April 2023
According to Wrap, 70% of plastic packaging is recyclable so it’s important for businesses in the UK to investigate how they can ensure that they recycle as much of it as possible.
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