How compaction systems can help your industrial business reduce waste
Did you know that the UK’s industrial sector generated 12.4 million tonnes of waste in 2020? Today’s industrial sector is now under increasing pressure to operate more sustainability, thanks to tightening regulations and mounting waste disposal costs. Knowing how to reduce your industrial waste is an essential requirement in 2025.
Compaction systems are extremely effective at reducing your industrial waste volume and streamlining your business’ operations. In today’s blog, we’ll explore how compaction systems work and why they’re a smart investment for any industrial operation.
What are compaction systems?
A compaction or bailing system is a type of machinery that compresses waste materials into smaller, denser units. They are capable of handling large volumes of bulky waste, such as general waste, paper, wood, polythene, plastics, cardboard, and glass. By significantly reducing volumes of waste, these systems help businesses cut down the number of waste collections required, helping to save both time and money.
The benefits of reducing waste with compaction systems
1) Reduced waste collection costs
Compaction systems work by compressing your waste into smaller units, which allows you to place more material in each container. This means that your waste doesn’t need to be collected by a licensed waste carrier as frequently as it would with other waste disposal methods, helping to save you money on transport costs and fuel. Over time, these cost savings can significantly boost your bottom line, especially when operating across multiple sites.
2) More efficient use of space
If your industrial site produces huge volumes of bulky waste, you may find that you often run out of space quickly. Without an effective system in place, waste can soon pile up and occupy key areas that are needed for business operations. Compaction systems help solve this issue by compressing waste into smaller loads, which dramatically reduces the amount of space you need for on-site storage.
3) Improved health and safety
Loose waste that has been discarded around your site can quickly become a serious health and safety issue. Your waste can create tripping hazards for your workers and even pose a fire risk, especially when materials like paper, cardboard, and wood are involved. Compaction systems help to keep all your waste contained in a secure and tidy location, which reduces the likelihood of accidents and improves safety standards across your site.
4) Increased recycling rates
Compaction systems also support effective recycling. With the right equipment, you can easily separate recyclable materials such as cardboard, plastic, and metals, and compress them into high-density bales that are recycle-ready. By investing in a compaction system, you’re helping to minimise your environmental impact, preserve natural resources, reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill, and give your materials a second lease of life.
Discover our comprehensive range of compaction systems
Searching for a reliable compaction system supplier for your industrial site? At McCarthy Marland, we recognise that every site is different – that’s why we offer two main types of compaction systems that are specifically tailored to your business needs:
- Static compactors – ideal for sites that consistently generate high volumes of waste)
- Portable compactors – perfect for businesses that produce mixed types of waste and need flexible placement)
We also offer the following balers for dry packaging materials like cardboard, paper, and plastics:
- Vertical balers in single-chamber (for baling a single waste stream) or multi-chamber (multiple units to process two or more waste streams) varieties
- Horizontal balers, also known as mill sized balers – for operations that generate large quantities of a single waste stream
But we don’t just supply equipment. We also work with you to find smarter and greener ways to reduce your industrial waste at the source. We are always happy to offer advice on ensuring responsible commercial and industrial waste management, and we can also organise a wide range of alternative commercial waste collection solutions if required.
Ready to reduce waste at your industrial site?
If your industrial site is generating high volumes of waste and struggling with storage, then one of our compaction or baling systems could be just what you need. Whether you wish to increase your recycling rates or reduce site safety, our compaction systems can help you hit your waste reduction targets with confidence.
Contact us today to discover how we can help reduce your industrial waste.