Cardboard balers in logistics: selecting a solution for your warehouse
In logistics centres and warehouses, cardboard waste usually arises where goods are received and unpacked. Loose boxes quickly occupy work areas and need folding, carrying to containers and frequent collection. A cardboard baler compresses waste at the point of generation and stores it in tidy bales.
The priority in logistics is not maximum compaction force. The right model depends on actual cardboard volumes, workspace, staff workflow, power supply and how the contractor collects finished bales.
When should a warehouse consider a cardboard baler?
A baler becomes relevant when loose boxes disrupt daily work. Common signs include:
- cardboard quickly fills containers or the waste area;
- staff regularly carry boxes long distances;
- boxes accumulate near loading bays, racking or walkways;
- collection frequency is driven by volume rather than material weight;
- cardboard and plastic film need separate storage;
- a tidier, more predictable waste flow is needed.
Position the baler close to where waste is generated
Specifications alone do not fix an inefficient process. If staff must cross the warehouse to reach the baler, some benefit is lost. Assess unpacking points, pedestrian and forklift routes, safe bale storage and contractor access when selecting a location.
A compact vertical baler can often be placed near the unpacking area. For example, ORWAK 3220 suits locations where reduced machine height matters, while ORWAK 3250 handles larger cardboard volumes and produces bales up to 250 kg.
When both cardboard and plastic film are generated
Pallet wrapping film often accompanies cardboard in logistics. Assess whether two separate balers or one multi-chamber solution would be more convenient.
ORWAK MULTI 5070 allows different materials to be baled separately at one workstation. This keeps cardboard and film streams separate without requiring room for multiple machines.
When should you consider a horizontal baler?
For large, continuous cardboard volumes, a compact vertical baler may be insufficient. Semi-automatic or automatic horizontal balers can integrate into a more intensive collection process.
For example, ORWAK HORIZONTAL 500 AT, ORWAK HORIZONTAL 800 AT and ORWAK HORIZONTAL 1000 ATH serve larger cardboard, paper and film streams. Select the model according to actual material volumes and the desired automation level.
What information should you gather before requesting a quotation?
You do not need to know the required compaction force in advance. Practical information is more useful:
- daily, weekly or monthly cardboard volumes;
- number of containers and collection frequency;
- typical box sizes;
- whether plastic film also needs baling;
- space available for equipment and finished bales;
- power supply at the intended location;
- how the waste contractor collects bales.
These details help compare suitable models and avoid selection based solely on price or the largest specification.
Purchase, rental or a used baler?
For stable, clear long-term needs, consider buying a new baler. If requirements are developing or you want to test the solution in practice first, consider cardboard baler rental. Another alternative is used waste management equipment.
Servicing is part of the process
Equipment is often used daily in logistics centres, making support worth assessing in advance. STRAPAS provides baler diagnostics, maintenance, repairs, installation and technical advice. Learn more: waste baler servicing in Lithuania.
How to get started
To select a cardboard baler for a warehouse or logistics centre, start with your current process: cardboard volumes, occupied space and collection frequency. Contact STRAPAS — this helps identify the right baler type before comparing specific models.