Waste management in DIY stores – why choose a baler?

• Valuable floor space is taken up by uncompressed packaging
• Staff spend time moving waste to outdoor bins or containers
• Overflowing containers make it difficult to keep storage areas tidy
• Frequent collections increase costs and disrupt logistics

By compacting packaging waste directly at the source, you gain control of the process and eliminate many of these inefficiencies.

Key benefits of installing a baler in your DIY store

Introducing a baler into your store offers a wide range of operational and financial advantages:

• Reduced waste volume and better use of storage space
• Less time spent by staff on handling waste manually
• Faster and safer processes
• Bales are compact, stackable and easy to store for collection
• Reduced frequency of waste pickups

In addition, balers contribute to improved customer service, as your employees can spend more time on core tasks such as restocking shelves and assisting customers.

Turn packaging waste into a revenue stream

Cardboard, paper and plastic foil are all recyclable and can generate income when handled correctly. A Bramidan baler compresses waste into compact bales that are ready for sale to recycling partners. With the right setup, your store’s waste can go from being a cost to a source of added value.

Choosing the right baler for your needs

Every DIY store is different. That’s why Bramidan offers a wide range of balers to suit your available space, waste volume and operational setup. Here are some of the models that work particularly well in DIY environments:

B30 Wide – for fast loading of bulky packaging

• Bale weight: up to 400 kg (cardboard)
• Extra wide feed opening >1.5 m
• Ideal for large cardboard boxes Option: SD door opens automatically after compaction

This model is perfect for stores wanting to minimise operator time and handle large packaging with ease.

B50 – for highly compact bales and space-saving installation

• Bale weight: up to 400 kg (cardboard)
• Short compaction cycle
• Front-mounted tying system allows wall installation
• Option: SD door for automatic opening
• Ideal for stores that value both performance and space optimisation.

All balers feature intuitive operation, full-chamber indication and automatic bale ejection – making them easy to integrate into your daily workflow with minimal staff training.

Integrate waste handling into your logistics flow

Many DIY stores place their baler near the goods reception area or waste collection point. This ensures that cardboard and plastic are compacted immediately after unpacking, reducing internal waste transport and keeping storage areas clean.

Our team can help assess your store layout and recommend the most practical baler placement to fit your existing setup.

Monitor performance with BRA-IN

Selected Bramidan balers can be equipped with BRA-IN – our digital monitoring system that helps you track usage, optimise pickups and document sustainability results. Benefits include:

• Real-time data on compaction cycles and fill levels
• Alerts when the machine is full
• Overview of waste volumes and CO₂ reduction
• Support for ESG and CSRD reporting
• Remote support
• Automatic collections

Trial or rental – flexible options for your store

Unsure which machine is the right fit? You can book a free trial and experience the benefits of a baler in your own store before making a decision.

Alternatively, our flexible rental solutions offer:

• No large upfront investment
• Fully deductible rental costs
• Access to professional equipment without long-term commitment

Both trial and rental options include expert guidance from our team and full technical support.

Proven results from retail stores

Many DIY retailers across Europe use Bramidan balers to improve their waste handling and reduce operating costs. For example, OBI in Hungary placed a baler directly at the source of their waste – saving time, cutting container rental costs and maintaining a cleaner backroom environment.

Read our customer case: OBI turns waste into value with a X30 HD baler (link: DIY chain OBI bought X30 balers for all stores)

Partner with Bramidan

As a trusted manufacturer, Bramidan delivers thousands of balers to businesses across retail, logistics and manufacturing. Our broad selection of vertical balers is designed to compact cardboard, plastic and other recyclable packaging materials safely and efficiently. All machines are CE certified and built for long-lasting performance in demanding environments.

We provide expert guidance throughout the entire process — from choosing the right model to installation and training. And with full service support and spare parts availability, you can rely on us for ongoing operational stability.

Whether you prefer to buy or rent, we’ll help you streamline your packaging waste handling and improve efficiency in your DIY store.