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 the detailed articles written by our experts 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.
15th July 2025
A free baler trial from QCR Recycling Equipment is a great way for businesses in England and Wales to learn about the benefits of waste baling.
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14th July 2026
Discover why bin compactors are rapidly becoming a popular solution for managing overflowing bins and maximizing your waste storage capacity.
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12th June 2026
In this guide we'll talk you through the key differences between renting and buying a cardboard baler to help you decide.
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9th June 2026
Choosing between a refurb and a new baler is big decision. Our informative guide can aid your decision-making process.
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22nd April 2026
Managing waste can incur significant financial costs for businesses. Read our quick guide to identify ways to reduce your waste overheads in 2026.
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3rd February 2026
Find out the questions we were asked when we displayed our waste balers at The Source trade show in February 2026.
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8th January 2026
Find out how businesses can save money on bins and bin emptying to cut costs and boost sustainability.
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31st December 2025
In this guide discover what cardboard balers are, how they work and the different types of balers that are available including hydraulic and pneumatic balers.
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23rd December 2025
This guide explains what a mill size baler is and provides practical tips on how to buy a mill size baler that fits your needs, space and budget.
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8th December 2025
Find out if a Mill Size Baler would be a worthwhile investment for your place of work.
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5th December 2025
Installing a baler can create immediate benefits for businesses producing lots of polythene waste.
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27th November 2025
Learn more about the advantages of hiring a Cardboard Compactor to reduce the cost of cardboard recycling at work.
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17th November 2025
Learn more about the advantages of hiring a 1100L bin compactor for compacting your commercial waste.
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9th October 2025
Solar bin hire is an affordable way to install solar-powered self-compacting bins without a large upfront investment.
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8th October 2025
Find out QCR's top 10 recommendations for maintaining high standards of commercial bin etiquette in London.
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26th September 2025
Find out more about QCR's appearance at RWM 2025
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25th September 2025
Find out about the free waste compactor trial service offered by QCR Recycling Equipment to businesses the UK
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17th September 2025
Learn about how a solar bin works and the advantages of installing one
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25th July 2025
For retail businesses, producing less rubbish does much more than just help the environment. It can also help to reduce overheads, save time and attract more eco-conscious customers. However, it can be difficult to know where to start, so we've put together this handy guide to help you.
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25th July 2025
There are hundreds of different baling machines for sale, but you need to do some thorough research to ensure the model you choose is a good fit for your business. Asking the right questions will help you to filter through the options to ensure the cardboard baler you choose will help you to cut operational costs and boost sustainability.
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