Choosing between small and large balers
How to choose the right baler
When selecting a baler, the primary consideration is your daily or monthly waste volume. Small balers are ideal for limited space and smaller waste volumes, while larger balers handle bulkier materials and higher throughput.
Other factors to consider:
- Available space and access (low ceiling, narrow doors etc)
- Type and size of waste materials (e.g., large cardboard boxes, soft plastic)
- Logistics and handling equipment (manual handling vs. pallet jack or forklift)
- Budget and long-term waste goals
Which baler fits your business size and industry?
Your industry, waste type, and available space all affect which baler is right for you. Smaller businesses often prioritise a compact footprint and manual handling, while larger facilities may require automated solutions to handle higher waste volumes efficiently. Operational setup, internal logistics, and the type of recyclable material also play a key role when selecting the most suitable baler for your company.
Small vertical balers: compact and easy to use
For companies with limited space or lower waste volumes, small vertical balers offer a compact footprint without compromising performance. These models are easy to position and operate, making them ideal for small businesses aiming to improve waste handling and reduce collection costs.
B4 Baler
- Bale weight (cardboard): 40–60 kg
- Bale weight (plastic): 50–70 kg
- Compact footprint, suitable for small storage areas
- Easy manual handling – no forklift needed
- Low noise (<60 dB) for comfortable operation
B5 Wide Baler
- Wide feed opening for larger cardboard boxes
- Bale weight: 80–110 kg
- Automatic bale ejection
- Space-saving vertical design
Baler x10
- High press force of 10 tonnes
- Bale weight: 70–110 kg
- Available with single or three-phase power
- Ideal for businesses needing stronger compaction
Medium and large vertical balers
Medium and large balers are designed to meet the demands of larger retail operations, warehouses, manufacturing sites, and distribution centres. These balers create heavier, more compact bales that reduce transportation frequency and associated costs.
Why choose a larger baler?
- Fewer bales to handle – save time on tying, storage, and transport
- Higher bale weights – lower frequency of pick-ups
- Reduced transport costs and COâ‚‚ emissions
- More efficient logistics – bales stack neatly on pallets
Baler B20
- Bale weight: 200–300 kg
- Front-loading strapping rolls for space-saving installation
- Bales fit standard EUR-pallets
Baler B30 W
- Bale weight: 400–550 kg
- Wide chamber and feed opening for easy loading
- High compaction with vertical design
- Available with sliding door (SD) for easy operation
Baler x40W
- Bale weight: 375–600 kg
- Wide filling opening and heavy-duty design
- Handles bulky materials with ease
Baler X50 HD
- Bale weight: 350-500kg
- High press force that allows efficient and quick compaction
- Most material types are compacted easily
- Minimal re-expansion between press cycles.
Baler B50 XL SD
- Bale weight: 650–800 kg
- Extra-large chamber and filling opening
- Designed for high-volume operations
- Compatible with automatic or semi-automatic ejection
Integration into existing workflows
Waste balers are most effective when they seamlessly fit into your daily operations. Whether your team handles waste manually or uses pallet jacks and forklifts, choosing a baler that integrates easily into your workflow helps minimise disruptions and maximise productivity.
For example, low-profile balers like the X30 LP are ideal for locations with limited ceiling height, while front-loading models with strapping access at the front – like the B20 – can be placed close to a wall to save space. For high-throughput environments, large vertical balers like the X50 can be placed near packaging stations or waste collection zones, reducing internal transport and handling time.
By aligning your baler selection with your team’s daily processes, you reduce unnecessary steps, cut down on labour, and make it easier to keep waste areas clean and organised.
Not sure which baler is right for you?
If you’re still unsure which baler best fits your needs, our experts are ready to help. Bramidan offers a wide range of balers tailored to every business size and waste type – and with over 150,000 machines installed worldwide, we know how to match you with the right solution.
We always take into account your waste volume, space constraints, budget and operational needs to recommend the perfect baler for your business. Whether you need a small baler for light packaging waste or a heavy-duty model for high-volume operations, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
FAQ: Most common questions and answers
There are different baler models available to tackle different kinds of waste streams – and you might be surprised about just how many types of waste that you can put in a suitable baler.
We supply balers to compact:
- Cardboard and paper
- Soft plastic and plastic packaging
- Plastic PET bottles
- Plastic trays and containers
- Aluminium and foil i.e. tins and cans
- Fibrous materials, e.g., cotton and wool
- Drums and barrels
- Expanded plastic (EPS)
- General production waste
- Shredded waste
Please ask our sales consultants about a baler solution for your specific waste streams.
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