How to Handle Post-Production Waste
Waste Management in a Production Facility
Production facilities generate large volumes of waste daily – from packaging materials to post-production remnants. Managing this waste efficiently can be a logistical and financial challenge.
Common waste types include cardboard, hard plastics, and plastic foil – materials that are recyclable but often difficult to handle due to their size, weight, and volume. If it’s not properly managed, the waste can disrupt workflows, drive up costs, and cause frustration in the workplace.
Why is Waste Causing Challenges for Manufacturing Companies?
There are many reasons why production waste can pose challenges – some of them are:
- Large, bulky volumes – heavy and difficult to transport
- Labour-intensive handling – staff time spent handling waste manually
- Strict recycling regulations – materials like cardboard and plastic require sorting and proper storage
- Messy workspaces – clutter can affect safety and productivity
- High disposal costs – frequent waste collections are expensive
Modern Waste Compaction Solution Tailored to Your Facility
Investing in a reliable baler or compactor from a trusted manufacturer like Bramidan can significantly elevate your waste handling efficiency. Our robust vertical and horizontal balers, as well as compactors, are built for long-term durability and designed to handle a wide range of recyclable materials with ease.
With various models available, it’s simple to find a solution that aligns with your operational needs and space requirements. Don’t just take our word for it—our customer cases highlight real-world success stories from businesses that have improved their waste management with Bramidan equipment. These testimonials stand as proof of the performance, longevity, and value our machines deliver across industries.
Efficient Waste Management with Balers
Benefits with a baler
There are many advantages of installing a baler or compactor in a factory that handles large volumes of production waste. Both solutions are designed to reduce waste volume, improve internal logistics, and support sustainability goals.
A modern baler compresses waste materials into compact, manageable bales. Similarly, a compactor compresses general, dry, or even wet waste into a smaller mass, allowing for cleaner operations and less frequent pickups.
Key benefits include:
- Better organization of working hours – both balers and compactors are easy to operate. A Bramidan technician will train your staff during installation, and training can be arranged for new staff later on.
- Increased revenue from recyclables – balers prepare sorted materials like cardboard and plastic for resale in neat, strapped bales.
- More storage space – compacted waste takes up significantly less room, keeping your facility cleaner and more organised.
- Lower internal costs – machines can be placed directly at the waste source (e.g., alongside the production line), reducing the need for manual handling.
- Improved workflow and hygiene – especially with self-contained compactors that prevent leaks and odours from wet waste.
- Fewer waste collections – compactors can reduce collection frequency by compressing more waste into each container, leading to lower transport costs.
- Strong focus on safety – Our machines meet the safety standards EN 16500, EN 16252, and EN 16486.
Trusted Baler Manufacturer for Production Facilities
As one of the leading baler and compactor manufacturers globally, Bramidan has decades of experience helping manufacturers streamline their waste handling processes. With over 150,000 machines installed worldwide, we understand the demands of modern production environments – from limited floor space to high waste volumes and strict recycling regulations.
Our vertical and horizontal balers are engineered for performance, safety, and easy integration into your daily operations. Whether you’re handling cardboard boxes, plastic film, or industrial packaging waste, Bramidan provides reliable, high-quality solutions tailored to your facility’s needs.
You Can Choose to Buy, Rent, or Lease – Flexible Options to Fit Your Needs
Whether you prefer to buy, rent, or lease, Bramidan offers flexible financing options tailored to your budget and waste volumes.
Monitor and Optimize with BRA-IN
With real-time data and automated notifications, you can make better decisions, cut operational costs, and document your sustainability efforts.
BRA-IN stands for Bramidan Intelligence and connects your equipment directly to an easy-to-use platform – letting you track fill levels, optimize pickups, and schedule maintenance – all in one seamless solution.
Combine our BRA-IN services to fit your needs
Check Out How Our Balers Work
Watch How Our B-Series Machinery Works
Balers in the B-series have external cylinders, made for basic compaction of cardboard, paper and soft plastic.
Watch How Our X-Series Machinery Works
Balers in the X-series have internal cross cylinders for strong compaction of several recyclable waste fractions.
Most Common Questions & Answers
Placing a baler or compactor close to the production line allows waste to be handled directly where it is generated. This reduces internal transport time, frees up valuable floor space, and minimizes waste collections. The result is a more efficient workflow, lower operating costs, and better use of resources.
A baler is primarily used to compress recyclable materials such as cardboard, plastic, and film into dense bales that are easy to store, transport, and sell for recycling. A compactor is better suited for mixed or non-recyclable waste, such as residual waste or production offcuts. The right choice depends on the type of post-production waste your facility generates.
Bramidan is a trusted manufacturer with decades of experience in designing balers and compactors for industry and production facilities. Our machines are built for long-term durability, low energy consumption, and high safety standards. With a wide range of models available, businesses can easily find the right solution to match both their waste streams and space requirements.
Balers are ideal for volume waste such as cardboard boxes, plastic film, PET bottles, and other recyclables. Compactors are best for mixed or non-recyclable waste, including production scraps, packaging waste, and organic waste. Many companies use both solutions to optimize their waste management.
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