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Optimize your waste management stream with used vertical balers. With plenty of options to choose from, finding the right cardboard compactor for your warehouse is simple. Our inventory of affordable used cardboard balers helps you save space and money. Explore our selection of vertical balers below.

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About Vertical Balers

Vertical balers, also known as cardboard balers, operate using a single ram mechanism to compress materials from the top to the bottom. These balers often produce smaller bales compared to their horizontal counterparts. Even so, this type of equipment is quite diverse and able to bale all kinds of materials, from corrugated cardboard and cans to plastic bottles.

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Vertical balers operate similarly to other baling equipment. First, materials are collected on-site and sorted. From there, workers load materials into the baler door. Some balers use a flap-style door, while others leverage a semi-automatic door. After loading comes compression.

Here, a powerful hydraulic ram activates and creates pressure on the materials. After materials are properly compressed, the vertical baler will then bind the bale. The binding material holds the compacted materials together to form a single bale. At this point, the bale is tied and ejected, making it ready for transport to the proper recycling or waste disposal facility.

Benefits of Vertical Balers

For facilities that produce a significant amount of waste, balers can
offer some great benefits.

Reduced Waste Disposal Costs

Baled waste materials are not only easier to transport but can sometimes be sold to recycling facilities for a profit.

Environmental Benefits

Effective baling significantly reduces the volume of waste going to landfills, contributing to environmental sustainability.

Safety

Most modern baling equipment comes equipped with safety features like automatic shut-offs and safety interlocks to protect workers.

Reduced Fire Risk

By compacting flammable materials like cardboard and paper into dense bales, vertical balers can reduce the risk of fire hazards.

Variable Bale Sizes

Many vertical balers can produce various-sized bales. This can help enable customized solutions for transport and storage needs.

Vertical Baler Applications

Where there’s waste, a vertical baler can make an impact. Here are a few vertical baler applications:

  • E-commerce warehouses
  • Distribution centers
  • Recycling facilities
  • Packaging facilities
  • Paper mills
  • Factories
  • Warehouse retailers
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Can a Vertical Baler Create Revenue?

While vertical balers present plenty of benefits in terms of storage and transport, they also have the ability to generate revenue. How? Well, to get all the details on this topic, be sure to read our blog all about balers and revenue generation.

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Some Vertical Baler Components

While vertical balers might perform a simple task, baling materials, they utilize an assortment of components to do so. To help you better understand how a baler might fit into your business, here is a breakdown of some common key components.

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Platen (Ram)

The hydraulic-powered metal plate that compresses the material into bales. This is the core component that determines the baler's effectiveness and capacity.

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Control Panel

The user interface where you control the baler's operations. It should be intuitive and include essential safety features like emergency stop buttons.

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Chamber

The space where materials are compressed into bales. The size and lining of the chamber will impact the types of materials you can bale and how large those bales will be.

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Motor

Powers the hydraulic pump, which in turn provides the force necessary for the platen to compress material.

Get in Touch with East Coast Storage Equipment

Looking for more information on a specific product? Not sure which vertical baler is right for your business? Don’t hesitate to reach out to the team of material handling experts here at East Coast Storage Equipment. Call us at 888.294.5022 or shoot us an email.

Things to Consider Before Purchasing

While a vertical baler can add some extra waste disposal efficiency to your facility, there are still a few things to keep in mind when shopping for the right equipment. Here is what you need to know:

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What Do You Need?

Understanding your needs is the first step in sourcing the right equipment:

  • Space: Balers, while quite compact, still take up a permanent space in your warehouse's waste disposal area. Be sure you have enough room to accommodate a piece of equipment this size.
  • Electrical Power: Balers require a substantial amount of power for operation. Does the area in question offer single-phase or three-phase? This can impact what type of equipment you can operate.
  • Volume: How much material do you need to bale on a regular basis? Volume will help determine which baler size is right for your needs.
  • Materials: The type of material you are baling also matters. Bags or sacks, for instance, usually don’t require a larger bale size to retain their reuse or sales value. Other materials like shrink wrap are also often taken and paid for in less than large bale sizes.

Your Existing Budget

Balers are a hefty investment. While they can offer some revenue generation capabilities, you should still consider the following factors:

  • Purchase Market: Bales of specific materials can often be sold to recycling operations for a profit. But you need to make sure there is a market in your area, or else you’ll be stuck sending bales for waste disposal.
  • Upfront Costs: Generally speaking, a vertical baler can cost anywhere from $5000 to $20,000. While you can sometimes save on selling baled materials, these are long-run returns, so make sure you plan out your budget accordingly.
  • Quality: A high-quality baler can last for years. The upfront costs may be more substantial, but it might save you from costly repairs or replacements down the road.

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Efficient Waste Disposal with Used Cardboard Balers

If you're tired of manually breaking down boxes or you need to replace your current cardboard baler, browse our used vertical balers. Vertical cardboard balers are invaluable for a lot of businesses in that they decrease the labor time and manpower necessary to break down boxes and can significantly lower disposal costs - and hey, you like to save money!

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Installation Services Available

Once set up, balers can operate for years reliably. East Coast Storage Equipment offers installation services to ensure your baler is installed correctly. We are experts in equipment installation and always follow industry best practices and local, state and federal regulations regarding safety.

FAQs About Cardboard Balers

What are Some Benefits of Vertical Balers?

Vertical balers are a common piece of equipment found in all kinds of facilities. These smaller form factor machines save on space and create uniform bales from all kinds of materials. One of the main draws of vertical balers is their ease of operation. Because they are useful in many different environments, including grocery stores and office settings, operation is easy with minimal training required.

What Kinds of Materials Can You Put in a Baler?

While it will depend on the manufacturer and model, it might surprise you to find out how many different materials you can put into a baler. If you’re in an environment with multiple waste streams, a vertical baler can be an excellent choice for managing materials, including the following:

  • Cardboard and paper
  • Plastic PET bottles
  • Soft plastic
  • Plastic packaging
  • Fibrous materials like wood and wool
  • Aluminum cans
  • Shredded waste

Do I Need a Baler if I Have a Compactor/Dumpster?

Simply put, recycled materials are a commodity for your company or organization. Installing a vertical baler means you can generate revenue from packaging recycled materials like cardboard or aluminum cans. Non-recycled materials cost money to dispose of, so diverting recycled waste via your vertical baler also saves you on waste-management costs. By removing recyclable materials, you not only lower the weight of your regular waste disposal, but reduce the frequency, further reducing removal costs.

How Much Does a Vertical Baler Weigh?

Vertical baler weights will depend on the particular equipment you’re using. Generally speaking, a baler can weigh anywhere between 750 lbs to 5400 lbs. Some larger models can come in at even higher weights. Contact our team for further information if you have any questions related to a specific product.

Do You Need Training to Operate a Baler?

While workers won’t need formal education or certification to operate a baler, on-the-job experience and proper training are essential for safe vertical baler use. Loading, unloading, operating and working near baling equipment puts workers at risk of serious injury. As an employer, adding strict procedures and a periodic inspection schedule to daily operations is critical to keeping your facility safe.

Is a Vertical Baler Similar to a Compactor?

While they both deal with your waste management stream, they are different. Vertical balers manage waste materials with the purpose of compacting valuable recycled commodities for shipment to the proper facilities. Compactors, on the other hand, compress waste to optimize storage and decrease the number of trips needed to haul away trash.

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