How Much Could Your Business Save With a Waste Baler?

Finding effective and affordable waste management solutions is an important part in the day-to-day operations of a busy organisation or business. This is particularly important in today’s testing economic climate where the cost of trade waste disposal is on the up.

With the help of commercial recycling equipment such as waste balers, individual businesses can efficiently manage their commercial waste streams at source by compressing and compacting various trade waste materials to reduce disposal costs.

This article looks at the advantages of waste balers and how they help to streamline waste management procedures for organisations saving them money, time and space.

What Does a Waste Baler Do?

The process of compressing recyclable trade waste into bales is known as a waste baling. Almost any recyclable material can be baled into bales by a waste baler. This process is a win-win for all businesses as it increases the value of the recyclable material (as bales are more favorable to recyclers) and reduces its volume (freeing up valuable space which would have previously been taken up by lots of bins). If the material is not recyclable you can use a waste compactor instead to reduce overall volume and disposal costs.

By baling or compacting commercial waste prior to collection, individual businesses can significantly reduce their waste disposal overheads and boost their eco-credentials.

How Much Does the Average Waste Baler Cost? 

The cost of an Industrial Waste Baling machine can vary depending on whether your business prefers to buy a new or a refurbished model. It’s also important to consider the costs of installation, training, consumables such as the cost of baling tape and annual maintenance.

For those businesses who cannot afford a big initial outlay then renting a waste baler from QCR Recycling Equipment is a great option as their waste baler rental agreements include delivery, servicing and on-going training.

Ways That Waste Balers Can Save Your Business Money

Reduces Labour Costs

Bulky materials, like cardboard boxes, are frequently manually flattened before disposal in traditional waste management solutions such as using 1100L bins or bags. Employees may find this process to be mentally and physically taxing. If they are short on time, or inclination, to squash the boxes first you may find your bins fill up quickly yet contain very little actual waste product (but lots of fresh air!)

You can do away with the necessity for hand flattening by using a waste baler. Instead, workers may load waste into the baler, and the machine will take care of the rest.

Reduction of Waste Disposal Costs

Traditional waste companies make money by sorting your trade waste at their premises and selling on the valuable materials to recyclers.

By using your own waste baler for your cardboard or plastic waste, you are in effect “cutting out” the middle man as recyclers will collect bales direct from your premises and deliver them straight to the recycling facility.

frees Up Space

Clever utilization of space is essential for all organizations operating in small premises. Traditional waste management systems frequently require large bins or containers that take up precious square footage and don’t create a great first impression to your customers if you need to locate them in a public place. Waste balers compress waste into compact bales that

are easy to stack and store freeing up valuable space at your premises and reducing the numbers of bins you require.

How often should your waste baler be serviced?

Regular servicing and maintenance are essential for ensuring that your baler is performing safely and efficiently.  A waste baler must be cleaned and examined thoroughly, its moving components must be well-lubricated, and any possible problems must be addressed. Working with a respected recycling equipment supplier, such as QCR, can provide you with expert advice on servicing plans that ensure your waste baler functions properly, limiting downtime and optimising savings.

Explore QCR's Selection of Waste Balers to Hire or Purchase

QCR both hire and sell a wide selection of waste balers for all sizes and types of organization. We provide balers on both short and long term rental options to suit a wide variety of businesses such as retailers, manufacturers, training providers, hospitality providers and many more. Our balers and compactors are manufactured to high-quality standards, providing durability, dependability, and efficiency.

By choosing a reputable waste baler rental provider like QCR Recycling Equipment, you’ll get access to our experienced team, who can help you choose the best waste baler matched to your requirements. In addition to the recycling equipment itself, we can offer regular maintenance and servicing support to ensure your waste baler is in top working order.

Choosing the right waste baler can increase efficiency, improve environmental responsibility, and achieve significant long-term cost savings.