What Is a Baler?
A baler is a machine that compresses and binds materials into compact, manageable bales—essential for businesses that handle large volumes of waste and recyclables.
Many companies that handle significant volumes of packaging, production scraps, or recyclables eventually reach a point where traditional waste-handling methods are no longer efficient. If your business deals with cardboard (OCC), plastics (PET, HDPE, LDPE), paper, aluminium and steel containers, industrial waste or agricultural forage, you might experience rising waste-collection costs, a loss of warehouse space, or inefficiencies in internal logistics.
This is exactly where Kadant PAAL, a global leader in high-performance baling technology, plays a pivotal role.
We produce balers: machines designed to solve these problems
A baler compresses loose and bulky material into dense bales which enables the material to be handled, stored and transported in the most efficient and cost-effective way. For businesses committed to reducing operational costs while improving sustainability, a Kadant PAAL baler becomes an invaluable asset.
Why would your business need a baler?
You may benefit from a baler if your business is experiencing:
- Overflowing bins or containers
- Increasing waste-collection fees
- Loss of floor space due to bulky materials
- Inefficient handling of loose waste
- Pressure to adopt more eco-friendly practices
- Growing interest in the circular economy
Kadant PAAL balers can reduce waste volume by up to around 90%, depending on the material and configuration.
How does a baler work?
A baler uses a high-power hydraulic system to compress materials in a controlled chamber. When the bale reaches the desired density, it is secured using steel wire, plastic wire, plastic strap, polypropylene (PP) twine, or other tying options depending on the model. Operating a baler is simple, efficient, and cost- saving.
For businesses like yours, the benefits are immediate:
- Lower disposal and transportation costs
- Better use of warehouse space
- Fewer forklift movements and safer workflows
- Improved internal organization
- Clearer traceability of recyclable materials thanks to BALEiD by PAAL
- Cleaner, more professional work environments
Modern balers also offer energy-efficient operation, reducing power usage while maintaining performance.
