01242 620903A Guide To Mill Size Baler Rental
7th May 2024
This guide explains the advantages, process and common pitfalls of hiring a mill size baler in the UK. Reading this guide can help businesses decide if the advantages of renting a mill sized baler outweigh those of buying one instead.
What is a mill size baler rental?
A mill size baler rental is a service provided by companies that allows businesses to hire a mill size baler for a short-term period, typically ranging from a few months to several years. This service enables businesses in the UK to use one without the financial commitment associated with equipment ownership.
Who should I hire from?
It's important to choose a reputable provider with a wide range of machine options available. A rental contract can last for many years therefore checking review sites can give you a valuable insight into the company from fellow hirers. Accreditations from organisations such as SafeContractor™ can also provide additional reassurance that you are dealing with a professional company.
What is included?
It’s always important to check what is included in the rental contract when comparing providers. As a benchmark, all QCR Mill Size Baler agreements include:
- Free Baler Delivery (unloading required)
- Free Baler Installation by a SafeContractor™ approved technician
- Free Baler Routine Servicing
- Free Baler Breakdown Cover (including callouts, parts and labour)
- Free in-person staff training with training records supplied
- Guaranteed fixed pricing throughout rental term
What isn’t included?
Mill size balers use baling wire to secure the loose material into bales. This isn’t supplied when you hire therefore must be accounted for in your projected costings. Baling wire can be purchased from QCR’s online baling wire shop. It’s important you select the right type of wires for your baler and maintain good stocks to prevent interruption.
Why should I consider hiring equipment?
- No lump sum required - There’s no hiding from the fact that this size of machine is not cheap to buy. You can purchase a refurbished machine but it’ll still be a sizable investment for any business. Machine rental is the preferred solution for businesses do not have a large lumpsum immediately available.
- Flexibility to upgrade mid-contract - Unless you own a crystal ball, it can be difficult to forecast the size of machine you'll need in the future. This is where rental often trumps buying as some providers such as QCR, will allow you to upgrade or downsize your machine size during your contractual period without penalty.
- To aid financial budgettng - Renting high value equipment can also remove the risk of incurring costly repair bills if the machine develops a fault after the warranty has expired.
How do I hire a mill size baler?
1. Arrange a site survey
Booking a free site survey with a professional baler specialist such as QCR can help you check that a mill size machine is the most appropriate machine size for your waste and your premises. This important step can prevent you from paying more than you need to.
2. Decide on where it will be installed
You'll need to get agreement from your colleagues about where it will be installed. The best place is often close to the source of the waste to reduce material-handling thereby making the process of baling it more efficient. A professional installer such as QCR can check the ceiling height of your preferred location and any access restrictions. Be sure that there is sufficient space around the machine so that when the bales are ejected onto a pallet, they can be moved around your workplace safely.
3. Agree prices and terms
Ensure you have thoroughly read and understood the hire contract before you sign.
TOP TIP: Always check if the equipment will be covered by your own Business Insurance before arranging delivery.
What else do I need to consider with this type of baler?
You’ll need to check that you have the right electrical supply in place because all mill size balers require a 3-phase electrical supply to power the hydraulic rams.
How can I improve the ROI of a baler?
Good quality mill sized bales can also be sold for recycling helping to improve the ROI of a mill size baler. Check with your baler supplier if you can use the machine you've hired to compact other types of commercial waste you produce such as plastics and textiles to help you reduce your overall waste overheads.
How Much Does Mill Size Baler Hire Cost?
The cost of baler hire depends on the machine hired and the length of the agreement. The cheapest prices are offered by companies such as QCR who provide refurbished mill size baler hire packages.
What are the pitfalls?
If the amount of waste produced by your employer increases during your hire contract, you may find that a horizontal baler would be more efficient to use than a vertical baler. Choosing a supplier such as QCR who allow you to upgrade to a larger machine size mid-contract will help to reduce the risk of paying for equipment you no longer need.
Why choose QCR Mill Size Baler Rental?
QCR Recycling Equipment (QCR) are a leading supplier of Mill Size Baler Rental in the UK. The team at QCR are approved by SafeContractor™ due to their commitment to supplying safe and robust waste baling equipment acrossd the UK. QCR offer a wide selection of both new and refurbished mill size baling machines.
Article updated 24.11.2025. Article written by Neil Holland
