The Shutter Studio Transforms Waste Management with Compact & Bale

At The Shutter Studio, customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility go hand-in-hand. From their expertly crafted shutters to their commitment to sustainable practices, every aspect of their operation is driven by care and efficiency. Recognising the need to enhance their waste management processes, the company took a significant step forward in June 2019 by leasing a Strautmann […]

Why Fully Automatic Balers are Essential for High-Volume Waste Producers

So, your waste is piling high, you can’t keep track of it, your premises are now more waste than product – a sea of empty boxes and overflowing bins that keeps you up at night. Yesterday one of your staff was giving you a production report and you thought a cloud of plastic wrapping had […]
A wheelie bin plate compactor over a wheelie bin filled with cardboard.

What is the Difference Between a Manual Compactor and a Plate Compactor?

Congratulations on being the proud owner of a wheelie bin! It might even be that your business is so inundated with waste that you have three or perhaps four wheelie bins, and yet you still find them overflowing at the end of the week. So, what’s the solution? Buy more wheelie bins? Buy ten wheelie […]

Mini Balers vs. Traditional Balers: Which is Right for Your Business?

After the decision has been made for a company to invest in baling technology, the immediate question afterwards is often regarding what baler they should be investing in. There is a lot of variation in baler types, and sometimes there can be confusion as to who needs what. A mini baler machine is designed for […]
Large stacked bales of recycled fabrics in a warehouse.

Why Recycling is Important: Simple Steps to Help the Planet

Recycling plays a crucial role in protecting our environment and promoting sustainable living. To make it easier to remember when providing education on the recycling process for kids, we have three key “R” words: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. These words are used to help us cut down the amount of waste we make, ensuring we […]

How to Make the Most of Your Plastic Bottle Waste: A Guide for Businesses

Plastic bottles are in almost every business, whether you’re handing out bottled water to customers or stocking the staff fridge with milk. But with sustainability high on the global agenda and disposal costs rising, it’s no longer enough to toss bottles into a bin and hope for the best. Recycling plastic bottles efficiently isn’t just […]

How Often Should a Baler be Serviced?

If you’ve recently invested in a baler to streamline your waste management operations, or have had one for a while without implementing maintenance, you should be aware that regular servicing is essential to ensure its longevity and optimal performance. Baling services like routine maintenance helps prevent costly breakdowns, minimises downtime, and extends the life of […]

How Do Waste Compactors Work?

Waste compactors are essential tools for businesses aiming to manage their waste efficiently, reduce disposal costs, maintain a cleaner environment, and contribute towards sustainability. By significantly reducing the volume of waste, compactors help businesses save on waste collection and disposal fees, which cuts down on operational costs and lessens the environmental impact by reducing the […]
What is a bailer used for? The BP18 is perfect for mid-range baling of recyclable materials.

What is a Baler Used For?

Managing waste efficiently is crucial for any company’s continued longevity. If you have physical premises, the chances are that you’re generating waste, and when this becomes too much to deal with (either waste takes up too much space, becomes too costly to remove, or causes hazards and health concerns), the solution may be easier and […]
A man stands bent over as he pulls compacted Styrofoam tubes from the Styropactor Nano. The Styropactor Nano has four curved legs and a sticker of two eyes on the front of its metal cuboid shell.

Can You Put Polystyrene in a Compactor?

Many of us are left wondering about the best practices for disposal and recycling of polystyrene. A common question is whether polystyrene can be placed in a traditional waste compactor. The answer isn’t straightforward, as typical compactors are not suited for polystyrene; however, specialised polystyrene compactors known as ‘Styropactors’ are designed specifically for this purpose. […]
The purple Model L Roro compactor outside a warehouse.

What Can I Use if I Don’t Have a Waste Compactor?

Waste management is pivotal for any business, particularly those generating significant amounts of waste. While waste compactors are an efficient solution for reducing waste volume, not all companies have access to them. Whether due to budget constraints, space limitations, or other reasons, some businesses need alternative methods for managing waste. In this blog post, we’ll […]

What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Waste Compaction?

When waste management becomes a concern to companies looking to mitigate their waste volume output in an increasingly urbanised and industrialised world, one method that has garnered attention for its effectiveness is waste compaction. This process involves the compression of waste materials in order to reduce their volume, which addresses several challenges associated with waste […]