Balers provide an optimal solution for businesses – both commercial and retail – dealing with waste streams that need to be compacted, including cardboard, soft plastics, and various other types of plastic.
Wastech Engineering, a specialist in waste management, offers a range of balers designed for medium to large businesses that require an efficient method for consolidating on-site packaging waste.
Wastech is the exclusive distributor of the Bramidan range of balers, which includes several models tailored to specific needs. The vertical balers are suited for businesses where space is limited, offering a compact design that doesn’t compromise on performance.
On the other hand, the heavy-duty balers are engineered for high throughput, allowing businesses to process larger volumes of waste quickly and effectively. According to Brianna Armstrong, key account manager at Wastech Engineering, the benefits of using these balers are clear.
“They’re very user-friendly,” she explained.
“They’re straightforward to operate – open the door, load your plastic or cardboard, close the door, press the button, and it’s done.”
Versatile and efficient baling
The vertical balers are available in small, medium, and large models, designed to compact recyclable materials into dense, manageable blocks. This reduces the physical space needed for waste storage and cuts down on the costs associated with waste collection.
By compressing materials, balers also streamline disposal processes, making them more efficient and environmentally responsible.
For businesses that rely on collection trucks for waste removal, baling offers an advantage. Without compaction, waste takes up more space in the collection truck due to air pockets within the uncompressed materials. This results in multiple trips to dispose of waste. However, using a baler maximises truck capacity, allowing for more materials to be collected in a single trip, reducing both collection frequency and costs.
Enhanced safety features
In addition to their efficiency, these balers are equipped with advanced safety features.
“The operation is designed to require two-hand activation,” Armstrong added. “Both buttons must be pressed simultaneously to initiate the compaction process, ensuring the operator’s hands are kept clear of the machine during operation.”
Depending on the model, balers offer two modes of ejecting compacted material – automatic or manual.
High-capacity models like the B50 XL SD baler feature a 50-tonne compaction force, with the capability to bale up to 750 kilograms of material at a time. Notably, the balers eliminate the need to break down cardboard boxes, as the force crushes them into a much smaller size for easy disposal.
Space-saving solutions for high-traffic areas
The X Series balers are ideal for businesses operating in areas with limited space, such as loading docks or other high-traffic zones.
“The B series balers are too tall for spaces with height restrictions,” explained Armstrong. “That’s where the X series comes in. These units are specifically designed for places like visitor centres, shopping malls, and busy docking areas where floor space is at a premium.”
Specialist baler series for specialised waste
The Bramidan Specialist Baler Series is designed for businesses that need to manage unique types of waste. These balers can drain liquids, crush materials like aluminium cans, and handle drum waste. Compact yet powerful, these units are capable of reducing waste volume by up to 90 per cent, which leads to savings in both space and disposal costs.
Exclusive distribution and support
An advantage of choosing Wastech Engineering is that they are the exclusive distributor of the Bramidan balers in Australia. This means customers have a single point of contact for both purchasing and after-sales support. Wastech offers maintenance and service, with technicians available nationwide to assist with any technical issues or servicing requirements.