Crushing It: Steps to Selecting the Right Compactor for Your Job

Understanding Your Compaction Needs

One of the key responsibilities of businesses and concerned municipal authorities is to manage waste in such way that it can be processed efficiently by waste management service providers. This is where the requirement for waste compactor for waste management is so crucial. Compacting waste collection helps streamline waste management processes, reduce costs, and boost sustainability. The question then arises: what type of waste compactor is suitable for your purposes? In this blog we will delve into the different types of waste compactors available and how to choose the ones that will give you the best service and ROI.

Types of compactors

As a prospective buyer, you need to first establish what use you are going to put your waste compactor to. Based on their usage, waste compactors can be either indoor or outdoor, and, consequently, are suitably designed for both environments. For example, outdoor compactors are built to withstand the vagaries of outdoor weather conditions, while indoor compactors are equipped with features for noise and odor control.

Industrial waste compactors are used by businesses that generate large quantities of waste on a regular basis. These can include manufacturing companies, textile mills, food & beverage companies, construction firms, etc. Ideally, compactors for these businesses have high capacity, use hydraulic and electrical power for operation, have high compaction ratios and may be either fixed or mobile.

Commercial establishments such as airports, hospitals, malls and shopping centers, hotels, restaurants and other similar businesses also make use of waste compactors that are generally designed to be used indoors.

Waste compactors are also deployed in public spaces such as parks, beaches, food and shopping arcades, etc. For this category, waste processes in Saudi Arabia and other countries employ the use of solar-powered trash compactors, which are easy to install, take up less space, offer excellent compaction ratios, and are environment friendly.

Considerations for Compactor Size and Capacity

Next, you will have to take into consideration certain parameters which will help you decide size of compactor will best suit your purposes. Let us see what these parameters are:

Type of waste: What type of waste does your business generate? There are different types of compactors available for compacting plastic waste, cloth waste, metal waste, or food waste.  

Volume of waste generated: How much waste you generate and how frequently will determine the capacity of the compactor required for compacting the waste. In addition to capacity, you may also need to factor in the speed of compaction if your output is very high.

Available space: Weather outdoor or indoor, you need to ensure that you have sufficient space to keep the compactor, factoring in the space for authorized personnel to operate it. If the compactor is for public use, such as a solar-powered trash compactor bin, it needs to be easy for people to locate.

Frequency of waste collection: The frequency of waste collection by waste management service providers can vary depending on location, availability of personnel and other factors. If the frequency of waste collection is low, you will need a larger compactor to store the waste till it is collected.

Environmental and Regulatory Considerations

As remarkable and useful as they are, waste compactors can be environmental hazards if they are not properly designed or operated. Here are some of the environmental and regulatory considerations to keep in mind while deciding on your purchase:

Odor: Outdoor compactors are susceptible to releasing bad smells if garbage, especially food waste, is not collected regularly due to the decomposition of the waste.

Noise: The operation of large compactors can lead to noise pollution, which can have disruptive effects on nearby businesses and passers-by. 

Energy efficiency: Since compactors use a lot of power, check energy ratings, specifications, and operational features while making your selection to ensure that they are energy efficient.  Consider buying a solar powered garbage compactor to lower your energy bills and ecological footprint.

Emissions: Certain industries that generate hazardous waste should ensure that their trash compactors are emission-free and have safeguards and processes in place to deal with the proper disposal of their waste.

Leakage: Check that the compactor that you select has proper provisions to prevent leakage of liquids that can damage the environment

Local regulatory requirements and permits: Check with your local authorities about obtaining permits for operating trash compactors, and noise pollution and other compliances. Top companies like SAB TECH devote a lot of time and research into designing high quality waste compactors that have numerous eco-friendly and regulation compliant features that make them free of odor, noise, emission and leakage. They also have solar-powered trash compactors that are beneficial to the environment and can compact 80% more waste than traditional compactors.

Features for Enhanced Functionality

Since there are many compactors with similar capacities and abilities, look for features that give one model or brand an edge over the others. Here are some things to keep in mind:

Safety: While operating a piece of equipment like a waste compactor, safety features are of prime importance to ensure that untoward accidents or malfunctions do not take place. The waste compactor should have proper locks and control mechanisms to prevent unauthorized use.

Ease of operation: The control panel should be easy to operate and should be easy for your workers and waste management service providers to operate.

Compaction Specs: Compare the specs of the models under consideration for power supply, cycle time, average compacted bag or package weight, compaction force, and compaction ratio. These features should make your decision a little easier.

Technology: Check if the waste compactor that you are considering has advanced features such as a fill indicator or a Wi-Fi-enabled data sharing system to help waste management service providers when to schedule the next pickup.

Maintenance and Service Requirements

Finally, find out what kind of after sales maintenance and services are provided by the manufacturer or distributor. Ideally, they should offer your personnel training on carrying out routine maintenance work. They should also offer you an annual maintenance contract (AMC) with periodic servicing of your waste compactor. They should also have an easy-to-locate maintenance center with dedicated helpline assistance as well as on-site repair by their trained technicians. Moreover, check that they have original spare parts for worn or damaged components.

Conclusion

If you want to crush it, don’t rush it! In other words, take your time to research your options, keeping in mind the points outlined in this blog. You should have the perfect waste compactor that is most suitable to your business needs.

About SAB TECH

SAB TECH is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-tech equipment in the waste & recycling products space. Their range of products include a variety of baling presses and waste compactors featuring advanced hydraulics technology, energy-efficient power packs, and dedicated after sales service. They are also the leading manufacturers of the solar-powered waste bin compactor in Saudi Arabia.