Compaction 101
Compacted loads require fewer trips to the disposal site than uncompacted loads. The more material you pack into your container the more economical each trip to the landfill becomes.
Why Compact?
Benefits of Compaction
- Discourages Scavengers
- Saves Labor Costs
- Reduces Collection Costs
- Reduces Insect/Rodent Problems
- Prevents Windblown Trash
- Controls Odor
- Saves Inside Storage Space and Outside Parking Spaces
- Extends Pavement Life
- Stops scavengers and pilferage issues
- Prevents Unauthorized Access To Your Trash
- Prevents Unauthorized Disposal
Types of Compactors
Which Type of Compactor is Best?
Different businesses have different waste, requiring different types of compaction. Compactors are made to process specific types of waste.
Self-Contained Compactors
Wet Waste
The compactor body and container are built as an integral unit and are taken to the landfill together. Self-contained are designed for wet waste, but are used frequently for dry waste to avoid the mess made when breaking a stationary compactor away. The power pack is normally remote to avoid damage while traveling to the landfill.
Stationary Compactors
Dry Waste
The compactor body is bolted to the customer’s concrete pad at four or more anchor points, depending on the equipment. The container is attached on each side to the compactor body with two ratchet binders. Stationary compactors pack waste directly into a separate receiver container that can be swapped out on pickup day. Removal of the container is accomplished by loosening the ratchet binders. Stationary compactors are designed for the removal of dry waste.
Pre-crusher Compactors
Bulky Waste
A pre-crusher is a stationary compactor built with a bulkhead at the end of the charge box. Pre-crushers are designed for product destruction.
Commercial Trash Compactor
Concrete Pad Requirements for Compactors
- 6" thick steel reinforced – 3000 psi concrete
- Four (4) 3/4" anchor bolts (minimum)
- 10 ft. wide x 5 ft. greater than the combined length of the compactor and container
Compactor Uses
Industrial Trash Compactor Is Ideal For:
Wet refuse
Food waste, plant waste, residential waste, organic waste and other damp or moist types of waste
Dry refuse
Paper goods, cardboard boxes, wood and glass
Bulky refuse
Pallets, crates, appliances, furniture and other large or unwieldy items
Trash Compactor
Request Commercial Trash Compactor
Send request
Send us a request to receive a waste audit.
Receive a consultation
We will assess your needs and provide a personalized quote.
Get the right compactor
Get the trash compactor and start saving.