CUT COSTS, INCREASE EFFICIENCY, AND MAXIMISE THROUGHPUT WITH HORIZONTAL BALERS
In hectic commercial and industrial environments, businesses face an important challenge: handling large quantities of recyclable waste efficiently, sustainably, and cost-effectively.
If your organisation produces high volumes of cardboard, plastic, paper, or other recyclables, a Horizontal Baler can revolutionise your waste removal process. By compacting waste into manageable bales, you can create a continuous stream and streamline your removal process.
But what exactly is a Horizontal Baler, and what makes it such a smart investment?
What Is a Horizontal Baler?
Horizontal Balers are powerful machines designed to compact large amounts of recyclable material into dense, manageable bales. Unlike Vertical Balers, which are loaded from the top and compress materials vertically, Horizontal Balers operate with a side-loading system and compress materials horizontally. This design is especially advantageous for businesses dealing with a continuous flow of waste.
Our range features Semi-Automatic Balers and Fully-Automatic Balers, with a range of benefits suited to your company’s needs.
Semi-Automated Balers
Semi-Automatic Horizontal Balers offer an excellent step up for businesses looking to increase their recycling efficiency without committing to full automation. These machines allow for continuous loading, via hand, forklift, or conveyor, and automatically compress materials into dense bales. Operators only need to manually tie off each bale, making the process far less labour-intensive than vertical baling. We offer a range of Semi-Automated options, including the robust RamPack HX400-38T, fitted with “V” shaped serrated bale chamber shear blades, anvil type material cutting knives and PLC Control to help control and monitor the process. This model is ideal for handling a diverse range of materials with installations in operation handling cardboard, plastics, drinks cans, drums, foam and shredded paper.
At the heavy-duty end of our Semi-Automated range is the RamPack HX800-80T. While featuring a number of the same features as smaller models, the HX800-80T has a pressing force of 80T, and a 15kW motor built for larger volumes of waste.
All of our models have optional additions like bin lifts or hoppers, allowing you to customise your Horizontal Baler to your specific needs.
Fully Automatic Channel Balers
Our Fully Automatic Channel Baler range is perfectly suited for customers who typically have the same waste type, and is perfect for cardboard, papers and plastics, delivering streamlined processing with minimal operator intervention. These machines automatically tie and eject each bale, allowing for truly continuous operation. The RamPack CL120 -2x30kW is the largest Channel Baler within the range, and is suited to large throughputs between 8-25 Tonne p/hr and has an impressive pressing force of 120 ton. We also have options like the RamPack Albamat 600V5, which is built with both vertical and horizontal 5-wire tying systems and is capable of baling between 2 and 12 tonnes per hour. With 10 programs for different materials (paper, foil, plastic etc), this is one of the most versatile Balers available.
Fully-Automatic Twin Ram Balers
For the most demanding recycling operations, Fully-Automatic Twin Ram Balers provide unmatched power, flexibility, and bale quality. They’re ideal for baling a wide range of materials, including cardboard, plastics, rigid containers, and even aluminium. The twin ram system ensures high compression and consistent bale ejection, regardless of material density. The Rampack TR120 Twin Ram Baler is a top-tier choice with a unique closed side door design and pre-set materials program, allowing it to quickly switch from one material to another. This is perfect for sites that have multiple material types needing to be baled, such as recycling centres, distribution centres and manufacturing plants.
The Benefits of Horizontal Balers for High-Volume Recycling
Enhanced Efficiency and Throughput
Horizontal Balers are specifically engineered to process significantly more waste per hour than traditional Vertical Balers, making them an ideal solution for businesses that generate a constant stream of recyclable materials throughout the day.
One of the key advantages is the ability to integrate with automated systems, such as conveyor belts or air-fed systems, allowing materials to be continuously loaded without manual intervention. This streamlines operations and ensures a consistent flow of waste into the baler—reducing bottlenecks and increasing overall productivity.
Space Optimisation
Though Horizontal Balers are larger in size compared to Vertical Balers, they save space in the long run by creating uniform, stackable bales that are easier to transport and store. The reduction in waste volume can also lower haulage costs and collection frequency, streamlining your entire waste removal process and reducing your carbon footprint.
Improved Health & Safety
The automated nature of Horizontal Balers helps to minimise operator intervention, reducing the risk of manual handling injuries and repetitive strain. Horizontal Balers are also designed with safety features for secure operation in busy environments.
Upgrade Today with Mardon Recycling Machinery
Investing in a Horizontal Baler is a strategic move for businesses managing high volumes of recyclable material. With faster processing, lower labour costs, and improved logistics, these machines deliver substantial long-term value, with a range of purchasing options; outright purchase, refurbished, financing and rental options.
At Mardon Recycling Machinery, our dedicated team has years of industry experience helping UK businesses improve their waste handling efficiency. Whether you’re upgrading from a Vertical Baler or installing a new system, our expert team is here to help you make the best choice.
Contact us today to discover how a Horizontal Baler could revolutionise your recycling process.
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