Rating of the best press compactors for 2022

The problem of waste disposal is one of the leading places in the world. For Russia, it has become paramount in recent years, experts designate the period since 2017 as a garbage crisis. Rosstat talks about waste figures of 7.3 billion tons from the Russian economy and 60 million tons of Russian municipal solid waste.

25% of the annual garbage volume of the average Russian is food waste, paper and cardboard "get" 20% each, and glass, plastic components - up to 17%. The rest is divided in different proportions into metal and mixed waste.

The efforts of the municipalities are aimed at creating an effective system for the processing of solid waste.

Press compactor

Compactors are used to compact waste at an intermediate stage before processing.

Efficient compression of paper, PET bottles, cardboard, aluminum cans, mixed and organic materials is beneficially used:

• at the enterprises of housing and communal services;
• in hyper- and supermarkets;
• at manufacturing enterprises, including private ones;
• in modern shopping malls.

The initial volume compression scale: from 3 to 10. The initial mass is compacted and compressed by the pressing plate with subsequent advancement into the receiving container. The movement of the pressing plate has a cyclic nature with the constant capture of a new batch of garbage. When filling the receiving container, the garbage block is removed and fed to the disposal site, as a rule, with special grippers.

Types of press compactors

To select the optimal option for solving the problem, manufacturers provide a number of models.

Stationary compactor

The main parts of the unit are a stationary press and a replaceable container.

In the presence of multiple containers, the process takes a closed loop by replacing the filled block with an empty one.

• transportation of large volumes;
• continuous work.

mobile compactor

The unit consists of a single block. Dismantling is not required, but the volumes are inferior to the previous model.

• tightness;
• effective seal;
• mobility.

Compactor for private use

A small household, hotel, or marketplace can use a home compactor.

How to choose the right press compactor

It is necessary to decide on the waste material, since for solid waste of cardboard and paper, PET film, packaging, a simple press can be sufficient, provided that the volume is small.

Criteria

Selection criteria include:

• mass or volume of garbage;
• the nature of the waste;
• required regularity of processing;
• stationary or mobile type;
• the possibility of purchasing replacement containers;
• areas for placing the unit and storing processed raw materials;
• temperature indicators;
• connectivity;
• price.

Errors when choosing

With a heavy load on the equipment, one should take into account the failure of individual parts and the possibility of their replacement. To lay in the calculations possible breakdowns and their elimination means to protect yourself from mistakes.

Each unit requires power supply, as well as compliance with sanitary standards.

The technical data indicates the allowable power, cycle speed and oil consumption for hydraulic presses. Not taking into account the above aspects, the buyer risks.

It is easy to make a relationship between the growth of the mass of waste and the increase in the cost of their export. It is necessary to calculate the profitability of purchasing a press compactor, taking into account the payback. The average statistical payback is 1 year.

The best press compactors

One of the important advantages for the consumer of the middle sector in terms of volume is the possibility of transporting the compactor.

Mobile presses

Domestic manufacturers have made a breakthrough in specialized waste processing equipment and can offer worthy equipment that is recognized in international programs.

VSK 20

Russian-made mobile-type press compactor is effective for pre-treatment of MSW during transportation. Pressing of cardboard, paper and film materials occurs with a decrease of 10 times.

Loading is done by tipping the tank or by hand into the pressing chamber. When the receiving container is more than 80% full, an automatic signal occurs, when the filling is 100%, the machine stops the workflow.

The VSK 24 compactor models have a similar scheme and processing; 7.5; 10;16.

All models belong to the type of mobile units and differ in dimensions, performance, container volumes, according to which the labeling is carried out.

VSK models	options
	container, volume, m³	Production volume, m³ per hour	Power indicator, kW	Pressing, force, tons
24	24	100	5.5	35
20	20	100	5.5	35
16	16	80	5.5	30
10	10	60	4	30
7.5	7.5	55	4	30

• compliance with sanitary standards;
• the presence of a tank tipper;
• control unit for ease of operation;
• sealed storage with no access;
• the presence of a drainage system for liquid;
• without special training of personnel;
• with underfloor heating;
• the loading window is equipped with a tube and a lid;
• oil heating system;
• the presence of an ozonator;
• suitable for processing MSW, glass, paper, cardboard;
• two year warranty.

• no.

PRESSMAX 900

A mobile monoblock equipped with presses that are close in power to stationary units. Compression ratio 3-6 times.

The model range differs in engine power, dimensions, volume of the receiving box, volume of the working compartment.

pressmax models	options
	storage container, volume, m³	Unit weight, kg	Power indicator, kW	Hydraulic system, pressure, MPa
920/16	16	3700	5.5	175
920/20	20	3880	7.5	175
925/20	20	3950	7.5	175
920/16/Bio	16	3650	7.5	150
920/20/Bio	20	3950	7.5	150

• large size of the storage block;
• recommended for indoor and small utility areas;
• in model 930-20, a hydraulic drive of special equipment is connected with the possibility of operating a manipulator crane;
• indispensable for large waste volumes;
• Bio series for wet waste;
• prohibition of odors and access due to tightness;
• quick payback from one year;
• the possibility of rearranging the unit;
• the manufacturer is a laureate of the 2007 competition program.

• not identified.

HUSMANN bio SPB SW-E

Sealed unit with wet waste processing, protected from waste leakage, has a special pendulum type plate design.

The purpose of the biocompactor is to process waste from hospitals, markets, hotels, nursing homes, agriculture and animal husbandry.

• without cleaning the pressing chamber;
• the presence of a hinged cover on the shutter;
• anti-corrosion coating of two levels, with high resistance;
• guarantee of tightness and absence of smells;
• high compliance with sanitary requirements;
• replacement of standard structural elements is provided;
• it is possible to equip with a lift-tipper.

• no.

Stationary press compactors

The units compress all types of waste with an effective reduction in volume, and exclude the consumable transportation part.

Europress ECP series

Units of a stationary type of high power from a Finnish manufacturer, having a pre-pressing plate in the design for bulk material and raw materials.

Pressing takes place in two passes, which allows you to fill the receiving container to the maximum, excluding voids and pockets. Raw materials may consist of paper and cardboard, film, wood and mixed waste, incinerated.

Europress	Options
	EPC3 HD	EPC MINIEPC
Pressing, pressure, tons	8(+)35	8(+)32
Production, capacity, m³ per hour	51	31
Working period, sec	152	139
Container, capacity, m³	20-24-27-30-32
power, kWt	7.5	7.5
Weight, kg	430	430

• efficiency when used at transfer stations;
• the "autostart" function exempts from the presence of a specialist;
• loading can be done from ground level, loaders and buckets;
• additional equipment with a tilting system for working with large tanks of 1000 liters is possible;
• remote GSM access for diagnostics and removal of information about the filling level;
• at critical ambient temperatures, an additional function of oil cooling-heating is introduced;
• repair services and supply of spare parts;
• installation and dismantling services with a quality guarantee;
• presence on the market of equipment for waste management since 1997;
• participation of the enterprise in international exhibitions WASMA, on effective technologies and equipment in the processing and recycling industry.

• not detected.

RzhevMash RZM PC40-200

The enterprise for the development and production of equipment for the collection, sorting, processing and compaction of waste dates back to 2013. The company combines several dozen industries, including the manufacture of press compactors.

Loading and transportation for the supply of large, in terms of weight, garbage masses is a priority indicator.

	options
Model	pressing plate, stroke, mm	Hydraulic oil, filling, liter	Hydrocylinder rod, strengthening, face value, tons	Unit weight, kg	Power indicator, kW	Hydraulic system, pressure, MPa
RMZ PC40-200	2100	350	40	8500	18.5	20-24

• short pressing period of 35 seconds;
• works in all weather conditions;
• guarantee;
• possibility of technical support by managers;
• quick payback;
• large volumes of processing;
• continuous work.

• missing.

WERNER WEBER STP-CA/K/NL

The new short press concept is represented by the most efficient ratio between the large loading door and the overall length of the press machine.

The crossed two-cylinder system is a new design with a small footprint, which allows the press chamber itself to be enlarged due to the space saved.

WERNER WEBER	Options
Model	STP-CK	STP-CL	STP-CL.75
loading chamber, volume, m³	1.57	3.14	3.14
Performance stroke, m³	1.34	2.23	2.23
Work cycle, sec.	30	49	49
Throughput, maximum, m³/h	162	164	164
Press, pressure, kN	270	270	330
Loading chamber, length, mm	925	1695	1695
Loading, height, mm	1370	1370	1370
Overall width, mm	2750	2750	2750
Overall height, mm	1440	1440	1440
Weight, kg	2400	2560	2650
power, kWt	5.5	5.5	7.5
Electrical connection	50 Hz, 400V, 16(32) A

• speed and quality of waste processing;
• large volume of the hatch for loading;
• low loading height;
• electrical control from standard Moeller parts;
• one hydraulic valve for trouble-free operation and convenient maintenance;
• a scraper blade at the bottom of the press plate prevents material from falling behind the plate;
• means of automatic fixation;
• light annunciators when the container is 75% full;
• can be used for organic, paper, mixed, aluminum waste, PET containers:
• sleeve, manual, conveyor loading, possible with a loader.

• no.

Plast compactors

Film and woven waste polymers in production are subject to processing using innovative technologies. Capsulators operate with a higher efficiency and a short period of time.

STANKO P-300

The use of plastic compactor is suitable for PP, HDPE, LDPE, PS, PP, PET waste, similar raw materials, which can be processed later to the granule stage, or apply the injection molding, extrusion method.

Stanko	Options
Model	Stanko P300	Stanko P400	Stanko P500
Movable rollers, pieces	3	3	3
Movable rollers, diameter, mm	187/225	225	300
Working area, diameter, mm	300	440	570
Rotation of rollers, frequency, revolutions/minute	120	115	125
Electric motor, power, kW	22	37	55
Production volumes, kg	300	400	500

• minimal energy consumption;
• high performance;
• full automation;
• compactness;
• without water consumption and without knives;
• easy to operate and maintain;
• obtaining as a result a product of high flowability and with optimum bulk density.

• missing.

Press compactors for MSW

Such units are used for the convenience of storage, transportation and partial processing of paper and cardboard waste, stretch and rags, plastic materials.

TM -25T

One year warranty is provided. At the final stage, the result is a euro-style bale.

Baling presses	Options
Model	TM-6T-M	TM-8	Stanko P500
Press, pressure force, tons	6-7	8-10	25
Bale. Weight, kg	20/70	20/70	400
Working period, sec	38	23	76
Rod, movement, mm	710	710	1000
power, kWt	3	4	4
Weight, kg	430	430	992

• suitable for aluminum containers;
• automatic shutdown of the oil pump at extreme values ​​of the hydraulic system pressure scale;
• protection of the plate from distortions;
• tying bales in 4 feeds;
• temperature parameters -40:60°;
• recommended for collection points and sorting departments, shopping and entertainment complexes.

• not identified.

Vertical press Balex Europress

Finnish manufacturers produce the most economical press, with the required area for placement of only 1810x1995x1250 mm, with a pressing force of 40 tons.

Europress Balex 40	Options
Pressing, pressure, tons	40
Loading height. mm	940
Raw materials	plastic, textile, cardboard
Bale, weight, kg	400
Weight, kg	2060

• SMART controller improves durability, safety;
• simple operation;
• optimization of the speed and pressure force of the press plate;
• recognizing security threats, taking action;
• use of intelligent technology in the unit;
• pallet guides;
• individual adjustment of parameters;
• large loading window;
• low noise level;
• short pressing cycle;
• saving working time;
• lamp annunciator of readiness of kip;
• a tape cutting knife is built into the body to facilitate the tying process;
• pallet lock for removing the finished bale.

• missing.

Russia acquires many opportunities to resolve the dangerous environmental situation - the garbage crisis. Russian and foreign manufacturers are ready to provide the waste collection and processing market with equipment. Businesses and the population should take a responsible approach to the problem, the cleanliness of the planet depends on each of us.